The BBL Show: Recent Episodes
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Just in time for the start of 2020-2021 basketball season, the BBL is pleased to announce the launch of our new podcast, The BBL Show, produced by 21 Media.
The BBL Show is a dynamic, one-stop, interactive experience that will bring all the basketball action to you in a podcast format. Join our hosts Jay Marriott and Drew Lasker as they provide a weekly round up of all the latest BBL news including interviews with coaches and players, team updates, game predictions, and fun activities for BBL Fans. Jay and Drew will not always agree, but they always have fun when it comes to the BBL! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bblshow/support
The British Basketball League season concluded at the O2 Arena where it finished with Drama! Drew and Jay breakdown the Men's and Women's Playoff Finals along with questions submitted by Fans.
Thank you all for your support and we will see you next season!
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We Dive into the Final Weekend of the season! British Basketball League Commentator and former GB International Azania Stewart previews the Men’s Final.The Newcastle Eagles Women shock the Caledonia Gladiators in the Semi- Finals! Their Star, Tierra Hodges joins for some initial reaction on reaching the 02 and a date with the London Lions.
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NBA royalty joins as Detroit Pistons Rookie Tosan Evbuomwan joins the podcast!
Drew & Jay also dive into the British Basketball League Semi-Finals matchups!
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British Basketball League Commentator Ant Rowe breaks down all 4 matchups in Round 1.
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The London Lions Women become the first British team to win a European title. London Lions General Manager Vanja Cervnic joins the podcast fresh off the momumental Win!
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After a successful season in the Euro Cup Competition, Brett Burman joins to reflect on the Lions magical Season.
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We turn our focus to the British Basketball Master of Ceremonies! How does someone become an MC along with improving Game Day experience in the British Basketball League.
London Lions MC Tahir Hajat along with Essex Rebels Stan Kadzunge takes us for a ride!
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Eagles Expectations, European Adventure along with the future of British Basketball League Future from the lens of the Newcastle owner!
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Drew and Jay have share a lot of opinion regarding the Surrey Schorchers over the past few weeks. Drew surprises Jay with a visit from Surrey's big man Saiquan Jaminson to set the record straight!
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Fresh off a league title former London Lions Head Coach Ryan Schmidt joins the podcast! He talks about the culture established in London as they prepare for their Euro Cup Playoff Run!
The boys also deep dive into life in the NBA along with how the British Basketball League is being perceived across the pond!
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March 8th is International Women’s Day, a day when many across the world celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It also serves as a prompt to remember our collective responsibility to advocate for women’s equality.
We are honored to have Katie Nolan (Newcastle Eagles), Bethany Wheldon ( British Basketball League Table Official) and Viola Moss (British Basketball League Assistant Producer) to our 2024 Panel.
This year’s theme is #InspireInclusion and serves as a call toappreciate the value that is created in businesses, sports, communities, and society at large when women are included and feel as though they fully belong in their spheres of influence.
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It's a dead week in the British Basketball League as league play paused due to the International Break. Drew and Jay makes a short cameo to talk about expectations after the break and the All Star Game!
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Women's Hoops is on the Rise! BBC Scotland is on the bandwagon and Kirsty drops by to share the good news and why you should be locked Now!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drewandjaypodcast/support
Drew and Jay head back Home! And they visit with Plymouth City Patriots Star TJ Atwood. The Texas Native tells us about the strong competition in the British Basketball League along with the keys to turning around Plymouth's Fortune.
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The Bristol Flyers Qualify for the ENBL Playoffs! Raphell Thomas-Edwards along with British Basketball League Commentator Joel Osborne join as we check in with the Flyers!
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Cheshire Phoenix and London Lions Women walked away from Birmingham with the last laugh!
WNBA and London Lions Megan Gustafson joins the show after her MVP Performance!
After one of the Biggest upsets in British Basketball League Finals History, Cheshire Super Fan Rachel Goodall joins the show to re-live the moment
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The British Basketball League Semi-Finals matchup see's London vs. Gladiators followed by Riders vs. Cheshire.
The two winners face off on Sunday January 28th in Birmingham at Utilita Arena!
We visit with Cheshire Phoenix Star Maceo Jack ahead of the Big Event!
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Rickey McGill joins the show ahead of their huge matchup against the Leicester Riders!
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What a Debut! After his 32 point Explosion Teddy 'Buckets' Allen joins the show.
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V.J. King starred for the Bristol Flyers leading them to their highest finish ever in the British Basketball League! He has now moved on to the German BBL playing for EuroCup Hamburg Towers.
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Caledonia Gladiator Star Patrick Whelan joins the pod to chat about life in Scotland and his new podcast, In the Gap, featuring Geno Crandall & Jamell Anderson
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London Lions New Star Matt Morgan joins the pod as Drew and Jay chat Ivy League, life after basketball and initial thoughts on the British Basketball League.
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Tom Politi is founder of The Player Agency which is a FIBA Licensed Basketball Agency based out of the UK. Tom represents numerous British and American talent in the British Basketball League.
In Hot Topics, Drew & Jay discuss the release of Caleb Asberry and Xavier Pinson
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Sheffield Sharks Head Coach Atiba Lyons drops by the studio after a Red Hot November!
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The Surrey Scorchers have won 4 out of their last 6 and Former MVP Justin Robinson tells us the secret to their success
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The #BritishBasketball Newspaper is back with a Special Deliery!! This time with CEO Aaron Radin as we touch on Production, Distribution, European Success and Instant Replays! In Hot Topics, Drew and Jay discuss theControversy In Plymouth and who are Biggest threat to London Including Much more in 🔥Hot Topics🔥Subscribe, Like & Share!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drewandjaypodcast/support
The Burning Topic in the British Basketball League is Officiating! In Episode 5 we invited Head of Referees Richard Stokes to the Pod and nothing is off limits! In Hot Topics, Drew and Jay discuss the Television Deal with NESN, the Drama in Newcastle and much more! #DrewandJayPodcast--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drewandjaypodcast/support
The Head Coach of the Giants join the Show to give us insight into the organization along with what attracted him to the job! He Believes the Giants are trajectoring upwards despite the injury Bug. In Hot Topics we discuss Mic’d up with Caleb Asberry, Flyers Win in Europe, How to fix the Gladiators and mnuch more in Hot Topics!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drewandjaypodcast/support
Aaryn Rai joins the pod fresh of the British Basketball League's Player of the Month Award! He shares the recipe the Phoenix success along with the major difference between this level and Division 1!In Hot Topics Drew and Jay discusses who deserves the blame in Newcastle, Sam Dekker's Return and the Riders turnaround. In our weekly Mailbag from the Fans, they dig out a question in regards to the allegations against 777! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drewandjaypodcast/support
Krumesh Patel joins the show to chat Euroleague, Holly Winterburn and the Women's British Basketball League. In Hot Topics, Drew & Jay discuss Black History Month, Plymouth City Patriots, Which team concerns them most along with Much More!Follow @Drew_JayPodcast on Twitter and @thedrewandjaypodcast on Instagram and Facebook to stay locked in to the Podcast on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drewandjaypodcast/support
389 days Since our 100th Episode.. Drew and Jay are back! They do their best to shake off the rust and peel back the cobwebs as they cover all the Hot Topics in British Basketball!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drewandjaypodcast/support
In the final show of the season, Drew Lasker, Tahir Hajat and Azania Stewart sit down to name their picks for Player, Coach and Team of the Year in the British Basketball League!
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In the final show of the season, Jay Marriott, Siobhan Prior and Azania Stewart sit down to name their picks for Player, Coach and Team of the Year in the Women's British Basketball League!
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We're back in LDN where SZN Three began as Drew Lasker and Jay Marriott visit the newly-crowned Men's and Women's League Champions - the London Lions!The SHOOOOOW kicks off with Jay narrating the incredible success of the Lions franchise over recent seasons before we meet some of the stars of the Women's team who help us get to know these superstars a little better. KIki Herbert-Harrigan, Azania Stewart, Leslie Vorpahl and Holly Winterburn spill the T on the Lions Women's locker room.Men's team star point guard Jordan Taylor shares what he loves most about living in London, before Sam Dekker, Luke Nelson, Vojtech Hruban and Tomislav Zubcic share the locker room talk, and Coach Ryan Schmidt talks his biggest inspirations. Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content.#NowYouKnow #BritishBasketball
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The SHOOOOOW is back, baby, and Jay and Drew are in Scotland as they pay a visit to the mighty Caledonia Gladiators! Drew gets the show underway with Caledonia collossus Patrick Tape as they discuss importance of education, and talk about handling the pressure of being a professional basketball player, as well as what Patrick sees for his future after he hangs up his sneakers!We get to know Gladiators captain, Jonny Bunyan, who has been with the team for his entire professional career, as he discusses his and Caledonia's connection to the city, before the guys wrap things up with Gladiators owner Steve Timoney, who discusses his excitement at owning Scotland's only professinal basketball franchise and his vision for the future of the game in the country.Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content.#KnowOurName #BritishBasketball
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t's a long trip down to the south-west for the SHOOOOOOW this week as Drew and Jay visit the Plymouth City Patriots! Both having had playing careers in Plymouth during their time on the hardwood, Drew and Jay soon settled into their old stomping grounds as Drew had lunch with the Patriots' Albanian superstar Elvisi Dusha where the star guard shared his love for the city of Plymouth. Jay visted one of Plymouth's newest signings, Otas Iyekekpolor where the duo bonded over their love of superheroes. The guys dug into the growth of the WBBL in WBBL Focus, and Drew snuck into James Hawthorne Jr.'s workout to discuss hoops, music and fashion! Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content.#KnowOurName #BritishBasketball
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Where were you during The Shot! Jay and Drew were in the building but had two totally different perspectives in which they want to Share!
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The team talk all things British Basketball Trophy Finals in this week's special episode of the SHOOOOOW! We kick things off with Mike Tuck, who catches up with Tahjai Teague as he shares anecdotes about his life growing up with two NBA-level cousins in Marcus and Jeff Teague. Drew Lasker sits down with British Basketball League CEO Aaron Radin to get a look behind the scenes on what it takes to plan major events like the Finals across the country and what the League's coverage will look like in the future. Siobhan Prior also gets to meet up with Commonwealth Games Silver Medalist Shanice Beckford-Norton, who discusses the platform and opportunities her success at the Games has provided. Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content.#KnowOurName #britishbasketball 0:00-0:43 - Introduction to the SHOOOW0:44-3:21 - Mike Tuck catches up with Cheshire Phoenix star Tahjai Teague3:22-13:21 - Drew Lasker gets to know British Basketball League CEO Aaron Radin13:22-21:30 - Siobhan Prior sits down with London Lions Women's Captain, Shanice Beckford-Norton
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We're back in Leicester for Episode 11 of the SHOOOW as Drew and Jay are joined by Tahir Hajat and three-time National High Jump Champion Mike Edwards! We've got a packed show for you, so check out the running order below and LOCK IN!
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Jay chats leadership with Rodney Glasgow Jr.
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Oliana Squires and Mckenzie Johnston see how well they know each other in 'Teammates' for WBBL Focus
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Tahir Hajat joins the show to discuss player turnover in Hot Topics
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We check out the Top 10 Plays of the Week from the League
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Drew and British High Jump Champion head down to Riders practice to chat talk about what it takes to become a Champion.
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The BBL Show proudly recognizes International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. International Women’s Day, March 8, is when the global community celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. This year, it also serves as a prompt to remember our collective responsibility to advocate for women’s equity, with the focus on #EmbraceEquity.
Listen as Yvonne Harris, The BBL Show Social Responsibility Correspondent, talks with three of the WBBL’s finest: Kirsty Brown, Chantelle Handy, and Daniella Turner. They candidly discuss progress women have made in the WBBL, and all sports, while sharing the continued need for advancement as it relates to gender equity. In a show of allyship, Drew Lasker joins this important discussion and leans in on this topic.
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One of the stories of the season is the focus of this week's BBL Show as Drew and Jay head down the M4 to Bristol to catch up with the mighty Flyers!
Jelani Watson-Gayle - fresh from a call-up to the Great Britain National Team - is in the hot seat first with Jay as we get to know one of the BBL's newest British stars!
We check in with Jelani and Mike Miller in our awesome new Teammates segment - where we put their knowledge of each other to the test!
VJ King checks in to discuss his MVP-calibre season for the Flyers after winning the Molten Kevin Cadle BBL Player of the Month for January.
We've got all of that AND much, much MORE ... so lock in for SZN Three, Episode Nine of the SHOOOOOW! Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content.
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The team talk all things British Basketball Cup Finals in this week's special episode of the SHOOOOOW!
We kick things off with Hot Topics as we discuss Kennedy Leonard's departure, Leicester Riders' newest signing Carrington Love and more!
BBL Show Guest Host Azania Stewart joins this episode and we have WBBL MVP candidate Ashley Arlen in the house.
We Flip over to the Men’s and welcome GB International Patrick Whealan and all of the exclusive insight from the sidelines of the Cup Finals, before closing out with the top plays of the Finals!
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We get to know the STARS of the Cheshire Phoenix on this week's episode of the BBL Show as Drew, Jay and Mike head to Ellesemere Port Sports Village to chat with the defending BBL Trophy Champions!
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00:00-01:10 - Introduction to Episode 7
01:11-04:40 - Cheshire Phoenix General Manager James Brice in the Hot Seat!
04:41-07:50 - Coach Ben Thomas breaks down the X’s and O’s
07:51-11:29 - Defensive Tips from the BBL's Steals Leader, Marcus Evans
11:30-14:36 - Mike sits down with Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist Jamell Anderson
14:37-16:22 - The Mid-Season Awards in our WBBL Focus
16:23-20:22 - We check in with BBL legend David Aliu
20:23-23:35 - The Top 10 Plays of the Week
23:36-26:50 - We discuss the BBL Cup Final in Hot Topics
26:51-30:07 - Trophy Final MVP Larry Austin Jr. joins the SHOW!
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00:00-02:13 - Welcome to Manchester
02:14-05:38 - Jay visits Coach Vince Macaulay
05:39-12:43 - Drew sits down with Rahmon Fletcher to reflect on his career
12:44-16:49 - Get to Know London Lions superstar Sam Dekker
16:50-19:07 - Hot Topics with Drew and Jay
19:08-24:58 - Jay catchs up with Manchester Mystics star Claire Abbott in WBBL Foucus
24:59-28:40 - Pick and Roll Masterclass with Rahmon Fletcher
28:41-36:04 - Slam Dunk Competition with Dirk Williams and Tajh Green
36:05-38:22 - Top 10 Plays of the Week
38:33-39:56 - End of Show
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Drew Lasker and Jay Marriott are joined on the SHOOOOOW by the Surrey Scorchers!
Check out the show's agenda below.
00:00-01:31 - Welcome to Surrey
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Rundown of the Franchises History 01:32-06:35
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Meet Surrey Scorchers star, Josh Steel 06:36-10:56
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On the road with the London Lions, Drew Lasker heads to EuroCup with the Copper Box club! 10:57-14:13
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The guys discuss Hot Topics from social media, including a BBL All-Star Game! 14:14-15:59
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Meet Aaron Radin, the BBL’s New CEO 16:00-23:52
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WBBL Focus with Sevenoaks Suns star Renee Busch 23:53-28:03
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Meet Surrey’s high-flyer Padiet Wang 28:04-33:00
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Know our Name with Renee & Josh 33:01-35:26
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Wrapping things up with the Top 10 Plays of the Week 35:27-36:12 - Credits
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Drew Lasker, Jay Marriott and the Hoop Genius himself, Mo Mooncey, are joined on the SHOOOOOW by the defending BBL Championship, Cup and Play-off holders ... the Leicester Riders! Seven-time BBL Coach of the Year Rob Paternostro and his floor general Kimbal Mackenzie are this week's special guests and boy do we have a show in store for you!
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We Kick things off with our Co-Host Mo Mooncey as he sits down with an exclusive interview with Riders Head Coach Rob Paternostro.
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We've got our Hot Topics to discuss
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We Dive into the Ladies Game with our WBBL Focus
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Leicester Riders Floor General Kimbal Mackenzie joins the SHOW
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Drew sits down with Kentucky Wildcat CJ Fredrick as they make their way across the pond for the Basketball Hall of Fame London Showcase
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The Show comes to a close with a putt challenge including Riders star Mackenzie!
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Welcome to SZN Three, Episode Three of the SHOOOOOOW! It's a Newcastle Eagles takeover for Episode Three as, Co-hosts Drew Lasker and Jay Marriott are joined by Special Guests: Newcastle Eagles Point God Javion Hamlet, star centre of the Eagles' Women's team Chloe Gaynor, and British Basketball League legend Charles Smith!
On the BBL Show tonight we have:
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Hot Topics with Drew and Jay
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WBBL Focus with Chloe Gaynor
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Javion Hamlet on getting the Eagles back on track -
Charles Smith discusses his record-breaking BBL Cup performance in 2012.
- BBL and WBBL Week Seven Preview
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You guys LOVED our debut episode of SZN Three of the SHOOOOOOW, and now Episode Two is HERE!
At Sheffield's Ponds Forge Arena for Episode Two, Co-hosts Drew Lasker and Mike Tuck are joined by Special Guests: Team GB Wheelchair Basketball Paralympian Sophie Carrigill; Sheffield Sharks superstar Kipper Nichols and Sheffield Hatters and Great Britain Basketball sharpshooter Georgia Gayle!
On the BBL Show tonight we have:
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Hot Topics with Drew and Mike
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Georgia Gayle discussing the Hatters' hopes for the WBBL season
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Kipper Nichols on life with the Sheffield Sharks
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Team GB's Sophie Carrigill and being a Paralympian in Wheelchair Basketball - BBL and WBBL Round Five Preview Follow @bblofficial on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content.
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Here it is, baby! SZN Three of the SHOOOOOW is finally here, and boy do we have an awesome first episode for you to enjoy! Our first special guests of the season, Mac Griffiths and London Lions star Josh Sharma, are welcomed to the BBL Show by Drew Lasker and Siobhan Prior, and we have plenty to get through on this season opener!
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On Episode 14 we celebrate a Milestone on the show.... Our 100th Episode!! We would like to Thank everyone out there from our biggest supporters to anyone that has taken one second of their day to tune in! We appreciate you all from everyone at the Showwwwww
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Ali Fraser makes his debut on the BBL show straight off a plane from America. No Time for Jet Lag as Jay and Drew dive into a month which saw him get married, turn 30 and saw the Rocks make major moves with 5 new Americans and a New Owner!
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The boys throw a Retirement Party for Mike Tuck on Episode 12 of the Summer Road Trip! After an illustrious Career Mike Tuck calls it quits as he decides to focus on the next chapter in the Marketing Department with the Sheffield Sharks. Join us for a glass of champagne during this episode as we celebrate an All-Time BBL Great!
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Welcome to episode 11 of the summer road trip here at the bbl show in which Mr Lasker goes one on one with Commonwealth Gold Medal winning coach Julius Joseph 48 hours the Game Winning Shot! If you Been away on holiday, Jay keeps you in the loop with the MARRIOTT MINUTE!
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There is a New Sheriff in town as Former London Lion Coach Vince Macaulay finds a New Home in Manchester!
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After a Full year under his belt, Drew visits with London Lions GM Brett Burman to get insight into the Franchise's Future!
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In Episode 8 it's The Sunday Night Breakdown crew in the house that only happens when we need to deep dive on a subject. When discussing the Salary Cap, there is no one more qualified that Daniel Routledge and Dave Forrester!
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This week's Road Trip take the boys down to the Southeast to visit the enigmatic, recently retired, Head Coach and owner of the Worthing Thunder, Zaire Taylor!
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We take a moment to celebrate Pride month (June) as we welcome our Social Responsibility Correspondent Yvonne Harris and special guest Manchester Mystics' Star Rheanne Bailey.
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In Episode 5 of our Road Trip Jay Jet's down to London to chat with the brains behind the HoopsFix operation, Sam Neter
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Drew and Jay bring you up to speed on all the Current Event thus far in the British Basketball Offseason!
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The British Basketball League Leading Scorer Isaiah Reese Joins the Road Show from Miami Florida. Reese reflects on the highs and lows of the London Lions Season.
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Former McDonald's All American and Leicester Riders, Taylor King, returns back to the England shores for Coach Rob's Testimonial. Taylor discussed his illustrious career while Jay and Drew break down this star studded roster!
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In Season 2 of our Summer Road Trip we Fly up to the north of England. It's not the warmest start to the road trip as we visit with Managing Director of the Newcastle Eagles, Paul Blake as we get him to share his thoughts across the timeline of one of the most successful clubs in BBL History.
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The Showwww ends with a bang as two heavyweights in London and Leicester battle it out at the O2! The Riders edge out the Lions in the dying seconds in front of a record crowd at the London O2! Drew, Kieron Achara & Matthew Bryan-Amaning provide some initial reactions on the spectacle. After the dust settles, Drew and Jay breakdown the day along with the End of season awards.
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It all comes down to this as the Leicester Riders And London Lions battle it out for the final piece of silverware! We are joined by the enigmatic Vince Macaulay to help breakdown this juicy BBL Playoff Finals.
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Welcome to our WBBL Playoff Final Special and we have some serious star power on the show as Holly Winterburn will be representing the London Lions and Cat Carr for the Sevenoaks Suns! Buckle in for the Bonus content from the BBL Showwww
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The First weekend of the British Basketball League playoffs is in the books! In one of the most exciting rounds in league history, we invited Sky Sports Commentator Anthony Rowe to help break it all down.
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This week we are joined by Glasgow Rocks high flyer Jordan Harris who shares the teams keys to success against the Sharks in the BBL Playoffs.
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Happy Easter! In this of the BBL show we are joined by the Trophy Final MVP and CHESHIRE PHOENIX guard Larry Austin Jr! Will he be able to lead the Phoenix to another Championship run in the playoffs?
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The Playoffs are right around the corner so we invited Trejon Jacobs to the Show to get his thoughts on the Flyers chances. The Flyers are in the midst of 10 games in 24 days as they fight for their Playoff lives.
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In Episode 80 of the BBL Show we are joined by Leicester Riders General Manger Russell Levenston to discuss the sustained success of the league's oldest franchise. Russell shares his journey prior to his role with the Riders and when they they plan to make the move back into Europe.
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Happy Mother's Day from all of us here at the BBL Show! Antonio Williams is joined by a Special Guest as we get behind the scenes on how 'Booman' has lead the Plymouth City Patriots in their 2nd half of the season Resurgence.
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Congratulations to the 2022 Trophy Champions Cheshire Phoenix! To break it all down, we bring insider correspondent, Rahmon Fletcher & BBL legend Vince Macauley in The fold.
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We are joined by Creon Raptopulous as he shares the highs and lows of coaching, future in Surrey and life in Zimbabwe!
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For International Women's Day, we hosted our 2nd Annual Live Panel! We had an amazing lineup which featured Rebecca Orleans, Jade Butters, Jordanna Bartlett and Kennedy Leonard! Tune in as our show's correspondent Yvonne Harris leads the panel to celebrate IWD2022 and #BreaktheBias
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The BBL Show continues to evolve as we welcome 2-time MVP Rahmon Fletcher to the show! We are proud to announce Fletch as our BBL Show Insider in which he will feature on the show periodically to give you insights from within the BRITISH BASKETBALL LEAGUE. We dive deep into his journey and what keeps him motivated at this stage of his career. Along with the MARRIOTT MINUTE, Lasker Lookback, Hot Topics and much more!
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We move our focus to celebrating women in British Basketball as we prepare for our annual International Women’s Day event! We welcome
Jade Butters, Rebecca Orleans and Leila Benyahia on the show as they share how bias continues to exist for women in sports and business in 2022.
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Former London Lions Big man Aurimas Majauskas joins the show to talk about the Lions European campaign, Vince Macaulay and his experience in the nations capital.
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In Episode 22 "A consortium of investors are actively considering a proposal to establish a new BBL franchise in Birmingham for the 2023/24 season. The consortium, led by former BBL Commercial Director Bob Hope and working with the City of Birmingham Rockets basketball club, including club ambassador and NBA Hall of Famer, Hakeem Olajuwon, has officially registered their interest with the league." Hoopsfix
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It's the BBL & WBBL Finals Review! Buckle up for a Full show of great coverage of this spectacle Event
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Today’s episode we are with the General, Jedi, MVP and Mr. Leicester Riders Geno Crandall as we look ahead to next weekends epic Cp Final.
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We celebrate Martin Luther King Day and this great man’s impact by welcoming for the first time this season our Social Impact Correspondent Yvonne Harris! Martin Luther King Day is observed every year on the third Monday of January — on January 17 this year. King was an influential civil rights leader — best known for his work on racial equality and ending racial segregation in the United States. His life and achievements are remembered and celebrated on this day.
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This week we see just how deep a brotherly rivalry goes as we welcome the Whelan brothers to the show! Patrick in Leicester with Jordan in Manchester are about to face up for the first trophy of the bbl season!
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Happy New Year! So much has happened over the holiday season and we do our best to cover it all on Epiosde 17! We open up the New Year with the bbl show Half season awards…We missed you so enjoy this Jam packed show!
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We go deep with Plymouth's New Owner Carl Heslop! Pavillions? Rebrand? All the burning questions fans have been asking, we touch on them in Episode 16!
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This week we welcome Leicester Rider new boy Marc Lovin as we discuss his career to date and the Rider unshakeable culture.
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This week we deep dive with GB interim men’s head coach Marc Steutel after another successful qualifier. We get is thoughts on the Head Coach Title and how Nate Reiking has been assisting behind the scenes.
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We have London Lions three point machine Lorenzo Cugini…as well our old favourites of the Lasker Lookback and player of the week…and couple that with hot topics as we discuss Team GB coaching role!
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Jay and Drew breakdown the top 5 players in the British Basketball League that are must watch this season!
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Episode 11 we check in with the Newcastle Eagles New signing Brandon Peel! He shares how he ended up in the NorthEast, Lasker Lookback, player of the week nominees, hot topics & buy or sell and of course your weekly news roundup in the Marriott Minute.
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Namon Wright shares his journey from Los Angeles to the U.K. and how an NBA Champion impacted his basketball career.
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Sky Sports Discussions along with long term plans for the BBL.
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Your Season Predication with Drew, Jay and Ant Rowe
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As the BBL gears up for its current season, Former Plymouth Raiders & Leicester Rider Star Ant Rowe. Ant joins us for the Marriott Minute, Hop Topics and the Lasker Lookback. Be on the lookout for Part where we dive into the 2021/2022 Season Predictions.
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We welcome Glasgow Rocks Jordan Johnson as he discuss his fast start, we have hot topics, player of the week, Lasker Lookback, Marriott Minute and much more!
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Stanley Davis Overcomes America's top 100 most dangerous city and makes it pro!
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This week we go swimming in the shark tank with star guard Aaron Anderson as he shares his amazing story and the Sharks fast start to the 2020-2021 Season!
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The Big Boss of the Bristol Flyers, Andreas Kapoulas Joins the show after a 2-0 start. Is Jay and Drew Buying or Selling the Bristol Flyers? Find Out along with our New Hop Topics segment along with Who, When and What the Hell, Lasker Lookback, Marriot Minute and Much More!
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GB International and new Manchester Giant, Dan Clark, having had extensive spells abroad mostly in Spain returns to the BBL. Jay and Drew finds out the motivation to coming Home, Expectations, London Lions European Exit and much more!
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We welcome London Lions GM Brett Burman to the show to discuss his new role, Europe, season expectations and much more!
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We start this seasons journey in the most plausible place with USA Select’s cofounder and coach Sean Kilmartin. If you do not know this larger than life character he has been bringing his American travel teams over to the UK for over 20 years. Coach Kilmartin is responsible for the start of many professional careers and has BBL teams up and down the country desperate to get a pre season game in with them.
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Welcome to our final episode of the Summer Road Trip 12. Turn those numbers around and you get 21 which means a lot to your Host as we head up to Newcastle for our Final Destination. In what will be an emotional celebration of an incredible career, Andrew 'Drew' Lasker leaves out on top as a Champion as he walks away from the British Basketball League after 16 Seasons!
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We are going WBBL for the first time this summer as star guard Kennedy Leonard of the London Lions drops in to talk about another
Super Team in the capital as they head into the EuroCup Women.
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Today’s episode is larger than life…GIANT to be precise as we catch up with new Manchester signing Josh Steel!
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In Today's episode we check in with resigned Sheffield Shark Jordan Ratinho!
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We have a special treat for you the listeners…we catch up with Coach Ben Thomas of the Cheshire Phoenix…not only are we going to talk about an already impressive roster…we are going to do a LIVE player announcement right here on the show…
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We are headed to Plymouth to catch up with former Plymouth Raiders Point Guard, Elvisi Dusha as he shares his feelings on the situation!
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Episode 6 of this Road Trip takes us to Texarkana, Texas to visit with new Glasgow Rock signing Jaycee Hillsman!
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Our Host Jay Marriott sits in the guest seat to discuss the new WBBL Franchise and his role as GM!
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Ryan Richards talks about his fascinating worldwide career, and the BAL (Basketball Africa League). Ryan speaks his truth about his career and where it has led him to now.
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EPISODE 3 of our Summer Road Trip has us land in Glasgow!
KieronAchara joins the travel Van to talk about the newly launched British Basketball League INSPIRES, a community wellness hub that highlights our physical and mental well-being.
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It’s summertime!!! This week, The BBL Show travel to Houston, Texas, as Jay and Drew bring Corey Mallory out from behind the scenes to discuss his rise as a producer, and the free-play game that started his longtime friendship with Drew. Corey also shares more about the work that goes into the show production process, but for Corey it does not feel like work as he loves what he does! Corey is also a seasoned BBL fan (who cares about the 6-hour time difference?), so producing The BBL Show makes him a part of all the action
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Summer Time! We hit the road in this offseason edition of... Road Tripping. We visit former Leicester Riders media and comms, Joe Pinchin! Joe is now manager of digital content for the Chicago Bulls. Pack your suitcases and come along!
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Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month is the month of May in the US when we reocognize and celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to our country, business, and society. This recognition is starting to impact other countries also. The purpose of this month stands in stark contrast to the disturbing rises of hate and violence towards Asians in recent months, theorised to be largely connected to the pandemic.
Tahir Hajat joins the show to share his experiences as a minority in the U.K. and how we can heal the divide between other communities. We wrap up the show asking his thoughts on the BBL's end of season awards and Season Review!
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We close episode 37 in style with the Champs, Newcastle Eagles
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In today's episode Surrey Scorchers Captain Tayo Ogendengbe joins the show to preview the Semi-Finals of May Madness. Tayo shares with Jay and Drew what went wrong in Surrey and what type of legacy he wants to leave behind. We also touch on the Hot Topic, scores and top performers, The Lasker Lookback, and the Marriott Minute.
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British Basketball League legend rejoins the show to see who the winner of the league predictions. We also talk MVP, Coach of the Year, Playoff matchups along with, the weeks. scores and top performers, The Lasker Lookback, hot topics and the Marriott Minute.
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On the final episode of the Regular season we Congratulate the Leicester Riders who secured the 2020/21 BBL League title
To celebrate we bring you a member of that freshly crowned championship team, Riders guard/forward Mustapha Heron! We get his intial reactions to being a Champion along with the weeks scores and top performers, Player of the week nominees, hot topics where we go crazy for some May Madness and discuss the Birmingham Raiders, Marriott Minute and the Lasker Lookback.
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In this episode we are joined by Sheffield Shark star guard Jeremy Hemsley...we talk NBA, Sharks and a very honest convo around Mental Health...we get the scores and top performers from a busy week...Player of the Week nominees...we revisit MVP talk in hot topics.. The Lookback Lasker style and the Marriott Minute
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Lloyd Gardner chats about what lead the Giants job, London City Royals and the future of the British Basketball League. Jay and Drew talk MVP, Marriott Minute, Player of the Week, Scores and Ballers and the Lasker Lookback.
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On this episode of The BBL Show, Jay and Drew are joined by Worcester Wolves star guard Brandon Anderson. Brandon hails from Brown University, a member the US Ivy League. While earning accolades and honors on the court, Brandon also had high scores in his major of Business, Entrepreneurship and Organizations. Brandon signed with the Wolves in August 2020, as an important part of the Club’s roster build-out of new talent. The League and The BBL Show are chock full of high IQ ballers!
Of course, Drew and Jay have this recent scores and top performers, Player of the Week noms, current hot topics…and no show is complete without The Lasker Lookback & The Marriot Minute. Let’s go!
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So this week we talk all things BBL Trophy Final with former London Lion now Cheshire Phoenix via Worcester Wolves...Matthew Bryan-Amaning...or as we all affectionately know him as MBA...this alongside a catch up on the weeks scores and top performers...player of the week not nominee as we go with the MVP of the finals..hot topics that include Ryan Richards and Newcastle Eagles...the Lasker Lookback and Marriott Minute
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On this episode of The BBL Show, Jay and Drew spend time with London Lions star guard, Dirk Williams, and chat about Sunday’s trophy final.
We all remember Dirk’s 2018 ‘Dunk of the Year’ that was an internet sensation, but did you know that Dirk hails from Alabama (USA) as a graduate of University of Alabama at Birmingham?
When Dirk originally joined the BBL, he played for the B. Braun Sheffield Sharks, then played in Hungary before joining the Lions club.
The BBL Show continues its celebration of Mother’s Day, as Drew and Jay surprised Dirk with a cameo from his mom, Momma Frizzle.
This episode has another surprise twist as Jay surprises Drew with a visit from Momma Lasker......we love our moms!!!
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This week, The BBL Show joins the global celebration of International Women's Day (IWD) with a few of the strong, inspiring women from our League. IWD is a day when many across the world celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It also serves as prompt to remember our collective responsibility to advocate for women’s equality. This year’s theme is #ChooseToChallenge and serves as a call to action to stand up to bias and inequality.
We carry our IWD momentum as we power a live panel event with the BBL that was held on March 8th. The panelist include WBBL stars Siobhan Prior & Rheanne Bailey, Sarah Booth and our very own Selina Conroy.
Today we bring you Sheffield Sharks Managing Director Sarah Backovic, BBL and FIBA referee Kate Unsworth, and London Lions Assistant Coach Andrea Boreland. ALL of this meant the return of our Social Responsibility Correspondent, Yvonne Harris.
And of course, we have Scores and Top Performers, Player of the Week Nominees, Lasker Lookback and The Marriott Minute!
ChooseToChallenge #IWD2021
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This week on the show we introduce you to Great Britain Basketball record breaker and Bristol Flyers floor general Teddy Okereafor! We have news from around the league, scores and top performers, the fans mailbag, the Lasker Lookback and the Marriot Minute!
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This week on the show we are with young British sensation Cameron Hildreth...and his Dad Daniel...we are joined by 5 listeners who were picked at random from our competition “ASK CAM”...they will have a chance to fire a question Cameron’s way and see everything behind the scenes at the show...we also have the weeks scores and top performers...our PLAYER OF THE WEEK nominees...the Lasker Lookback..
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On this episode of The BBLShow, Jay & Drew invite Leicester Riders’ coach, Rob Paternostro, to discuss a myriad of topics…his love for basketball, his playing career which spanned the US, Belgium, and the UK,
Rob talks candidly about the 2 teams he hated to face, the top 3 players he's coached against along with, our favorite part of the segment, Rob’s top 3 food dishes as an American Italian from Connecticut. This episode will make your hungry!
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We hope that all The BBL Show fans who are romantics at heart had a wonderful Valentine’s Day with loved ones. In this episode, the bromance with Jay and Drew once again takes center stage, and they are joined by 2 other duos who try to upstage the guys with their special camaraderie, Sheffield Sharks’ Kipper Nichols & Antwon Lillard, and Newcastle Eagles’ Louis Sayers & Eddie Matthews. You decide, who has the dreamiest bromance. There is nothing like the power of love and basketball!
Then we pivot to our usual line up….the week’s games, top scorers, player of the week noms, fan mailbag, and our fave…The Lasker Lookback.
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The episode of The BBL Show is special. It is our 21 st episode of jam-packed BBL action (time flies), and it happens to be the jersey number for our co-host, Drew Lasker.
Like most athletes, Drew has a special affinity to his number, and he talks about how this number has brought him good vibes throughout his career.
Drew and Jay go back into the vault and find the 2008-2009 BBL Trophy footage from Drew’s Plymouth Raiders days, when he averaged 21 ppg. For those young cats out there, Drew was (and still is) a baller!
This week, Jay and Drew are joined by Georgia (US) native, former University of North Carolina Tar Heel, and star guard for the Glasgow Rocks, Christian Keeling. Christian joined the club in 2020, and his impact is already being felt.
The guys have the scores on the doors, with Drew serving point on Player of the Week noms and the Lasker Lookback. Of course, fun is always in the lineup; this week, it’s a game of 21.
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Episode 20
Let’s hear it for the Newcastle Eagles, The 2021 BBL Cup Champions!!!
The Eagles topped the London Lions, adding another trophy to the Club’s collection. Joining Jay and Drew for the championship recap is Nat Coombs with Sky Sports, a familiar face to sports fans throughout the UK. Let’s pop the bubbly, toast the Eagles, the Lions, and all the Clubs and play a game of Top 5 All-Time Sporting Movies.
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Do you ever wonder what it feels like to be a champion? Jay and Drew sit down with Jay Couisnard (Riders 13), Zaire Taylor (Riders 13), Steve Dagostino (Sharks 12) and T.J. Walker (Eagles 06) to share their Cup Finals experience! Enjoy
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Welcome back to the Road to the Finals and it’s time for the Coaches to have their say! We are joined by Coach Ian Macleod of the Newcastle Eagles & Coach Vince Macaulay
We put the coaches on the hot seat with EaglesFix star Reece Alderson and Zion's Time Out Talk, Zion Robinson! Can they handle the heat?
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It’s another BBL Show Easter Egg the battle before the battle! We've got both 2x MVP players in the house. We go back and forth with the floor generals for this BBL Cup Final Showdown. Enjoy!
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The BBL Show Road To The Finals!
This special episode features Sky play by play Comms team Anthony Rowe & Daniel Routledge! Jay and Drew get some insight from the deadliest duo in the BBL. If your going on a Road to the Finals the first thing you need is the wisdom of Daniel and the enthusiasm of AntRowe. We hope you Enjoy!
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In the segment The BBL Show celebrates and honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Day, Jr., who led the US civil rights movement rooted in the tenets of nonviolent protest. Dr. King’s impact extended to the UK and throughout the world.
Jay and Drew are joined by Newcastle Eagle high-flyer Justin Gordon and they discuss the aspects of Dr. King’s legacy that resonate with them the most, and how they choose to be inclusive leaders.
The guys also meet up again with Yvonne Harris to discuss the League’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
And, of course, Drew and Jay get Justin’s thoughts on the Cup Final.
The BBL Show is in overdrive this week. Buckle up and have fun!
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This week The BBL Show checks in with former Newcastle Eagle and BBL league star, CJ Getty. CJ is a 7-foot powerhouse who hails from Ohio (US). He won Trophy Finals MVP honors last season, and he now plays in Japan. It is great to hear how life and basketball across the globe are shaping up for CJ.
Of course, Drew and Jay talk scores, the scorers of the week, and the player of the week. Then they have fun taking the deep dive into a great fan question.
Next up Jay & Drew preview the BBL Cup Semi Finals with the Riders/Eagles match up, and they discuss the unfortunate forfeit of the Manchester Giants due to the need to quarantine. Another reminder as to how these times are impacting all facets of life.
Lastly, the guys chat about the Trophy Random Draw. Enjoy the listen and stay safe!
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Happy 2021! Now that the season is in full swing, the Drew and Jay adjust their picks for their midseason predictions. For this discussion, 20-time BBL Trophy Winner, former Leicester Riders captain and BBL great Andy Thomson joins us again on The BBL Show lending his insight on adjusting those preseason predictions.
Drew and Jay have fun going head-to-head with a mock All Star game. Drew has his sights on the north, while Jay takes the best 5 from the South.
Share your predictions with us. Let’s see who lands closest to the pin at the end of the season.
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What a year! We are 16 episodes into The BBL Show.
Listen as Jay and Drew go against the grain and partner with High Tea Hoops to discuss midseason awards. Its more friendly banter than competition as we go toe-to-toe with this British podcast and discuss this seasons’ candidates for MVP, Coach of the Year and Young British Star.
We are so pleased with the increasing media coverage for the BBL. The League’s players, coaches and fans now have a variety of channels to share their love for British Basketball.
Thank you for all your support of The BBL Show in 2020. In advance, we appreciate your continued support in 2021, and we share in your hope for a prosperous and safe new year.
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The ugly Christmas sweater episode! In this week's episode Drew and Jay are joined by Worcester Wolves star Jordan Williams - who has the best/worst Christmas sweater? Let us know what you think in the comment section!
Drew and Jay round up this week's action focussing on the Sky Sports game between Leicester Riders and Bristol Flyers, they talk who will be unwrapping early Christmas presents in the form of new signings and of course the Lasker Lookback and Marriot Minute.
Merry Christmas to all the BBL Show listeners, viewers and BBL supporters out there.
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We are in Week 2 of the BBL Championship and the Club contenders are balanced as every team has a win on the board.
Jay and Drew unpack the weekend’s play action by focusing on the Sky Game between the London Lions and Plymouth Raiders. They also review the Glasgow Rocks huge victory over the Plymouth Raiders.
Drew and Jay catch up with Leicester Riders general, Geno Crandall. Geno hails from Gonzaga University (Go Bulldogs!) and he played his professional rookie season in the Czech Republic. They have some holiday fun with Geno playing a game of Top 5 All-Time Christmas Movies. Let us know your favorite Christmas/Holiday movie.
Holiday gifts for The BBL Show team be sent to drew@drewlasker.com. Gift cards always work! LOL! Seriously, The BBL Show fans have been a great gift this year. Thank you for your support.
On behalf of The BBL, The BBL Show, and 21 Media we wish you, your families, and your loved ones peace, health, safety and prosperity during this holiday season and in 2021! #TheBblShow2021
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Episode 13 is epic as Jay and Drew chat about the new era of the BBL driven in large part by the power and reach of as Sky Sports. There is plenty of great play action to download this week with a double header featuring Sheffield Sharks vs Cheshire Phoenix, followed by the main event Newcastle Eagles versus London Lions part 3. These matchups never get old!
Drew and Jay spend time with BBL Influencers Plymouth Raiders Commentator, Paul Nicholson, and Surrey Scorchers Marketing and Communications Officer, Tom Bonnett.
Paul is known on both sides of the pond, and across the globe as a well-respected coach, and he has been a leader with the Raiders for over 15 years.
Tom is actually the Marketing and Communications Officer for two professional sports teams based at Surrey Sports Park. The other is the Surrey Storm, a netball team competing in the Vitality Netball Super League (VNSL). In his role, Tom has been on the forefront of the communicating real-time season status updates, as things fluctuate on a regular basis.
Both Paul and Tom also share how their work behind the scenes (and off the court) contributes to the BBL’s growth and vision for its future.
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Some things are better by the dozen…that includes The BBL Show as this marks the 12 th episode of the only podcast dedicated to bringing the BBL’s basketball action in an informative, fun way.
This week we bring you another jam-packed show as Jay and Drew run down the final games of the cup competition and chat it up about some of the excitement with the quarterfinal match ups.
The shuffle is on as teams throughout the league adjust their rosters in preparation for Championship Week. Drew and Jay give their insights as to which squads are making all the right power moves, and which rosters may need improvement.
Be sure to catch the Sky Sports debut featuring a stellar double header starting with the Sharks vs. Phoenix, followed by the Eagles vs. Lions.
We are having way too much fun!
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Week 4 in the BBL was jam-packed with 10 games on the slate. The basketball action did not disappoint, and Jay and Drew were there for it all. This dynamic duo is trying out a new coverage style for The BBL Show, by unpacking the week team by team, as opposed to straight game coverage. We hope fans of this show like to switch up. Post your feedback.
Drew and Jay also spend some time with Manchester Giants’ owner and performance coach, Jamie Edwards. Jamie had a successful basketball career in England, and now pays-it-forward to other athletes who need to learn how to transform their mental game. With his electric delivery, Jamie teaches athletes how to focus on the controllables and accept the results without blaming anyone.
Listen as Jamie uses his motivational skills to get Drew and Jay excited about the rebrand and bright future for the Giants!
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In Part 2 of Episode 10 we are joined by the BBL’s Head of Communications, Selina Conroy and Olympian and former Glasgow Rock, Kieron Achara. We discuss the new 2- year Sky Sports deal which add Kieron to their commentary team.
The British Basketball League is delighted to announce the return of coverage of the BBL to Sky Sports this season. The two-year agreement will see Sky Sports air 30 live BBL matches a season.
As part of the agreement Sky Sports will also air the BBL Trophy Final, BBL Cup Final, BBL Playoffs and live coverage of the Women’s BBL Playoff final.
Sky Sports will broadcast a double header live from the Eagles Community Arena on December 3 to kick-start the coverage. Newcastle Eagles, who are the BBL’s most successful side with 25 major titles to their name, host a London Lions side who have been very busy adding to their line up in the close season in an eagerly anticipated opening night encounter in the BBL Championship. B. Braun Sheffield Sharks will tip-off against Cheshire Phoenix in the league season opener earlier in the evening. Both matches will be live on Sky Sports Arena and Sky Sports Main Event from 4.30pm.
It promises to be a highly exciting time for British Basketball as the road to the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, where 3×3 basketball will be a featured sport, draws ever closer. Sky Sports coverage will include expert analysis from Kieron Achara MBE, who was part of the London 2012 Olympics Basketball squad, and current Newcastle Eagles star Drew Lasker.
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Episode 10 takes on a new twist as we introduce rivalry week, with the Bristol Flyers hosting the Plymouth Raiders. Joel Osborne, Head of Media Communications for the Flyers, joins us and he tees us up for some post-game interviews with coaches Paul James and Andreas Kapoulas.
Paul is a veteran of the British basketball scene as a former player for his hometown team Leicester All-Stars. James has a storied career as a coach, and he has dedicated much of his life to developing the sport of basketball and nurturing athletic talent.
Andreas Kapoulas is considered the driving force behind the Flyers climb to success. Andreas is a straight shooter, with very insightful perspectives.
Drew and Jay get a Game Review from Bristol Flyers Star Point Guard, Josh Wilcher. Josh is a BBL fan favorite who is originally from Australia.
We also give our predictions for a streak of 10 BBL games that start Tuesday and go every night. Look out for Part 2 as we are joined by the BBL’s Head of Communications, Selina Conroy and Olympian and former Glasgow Rock, Kieron Achara. We discuss the new 2- year Sky Sports deal which add Kieron to their commentary team.
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This week The BBL Show reviews 3 BBL Cup Games! Up first, the B. Braun Sheffield Sharks handed the London Lions their second loss of the 2020-21 season on Friday night. Vince Macaulay’s capital side were hoping to bounce back following their recent overtime loss to the Newcastle Eagles. Despite an encouraging late comeback, the Lions fell short, with the Sharks picking up the 70-61 victory.
Jay and Drew welcome a special guest, former Plymouth Raiders coach Gary Stronach! Jay catches up with Gary to see what he's been up to since he hung up his clip board 10 years ago. Hardcore BBL fans may remember that Gary gave Drew his first professional opportunity back in 2005. If not for Gary, England may not have become the foundation for Drew’s professional basketball career. Thanks to Gary for being a change agent for countless careers in the BBL! Gary also sticks around with The BBL Show team to review the final two games of the weekend.
Homecourt advantage was non-existent on the third gameday of the BBL season as in both the Newcastle Eagles vs. Leicester Riders and the Manchester Giants vs. Cheshire Phoenix games the victory went to the visiting team…leaving the taste of defeat with the Riders and Phoenix for the first time this season. Newcastle handed the Riders their first opening day loss since 2006, in a game that only saw 200 points in total, 98-102. Whilst the North-West derby between Cheshire Phoenix and Manchester Giants saw the Mancunians pick up a 92-98 victory. Newcastle now extends its lead at the top of Group 3, whilst Manchester sits in first place of Group 2.
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The BBL Season is in full swing! The Newcastle Eagles and the London Lions opened the season with a bang as the Eagles upset the Lions 89/79 in overtime. Tune in as Jay and Drew analyze this matchup from top to bottom and are joined by Surrey Scorcher star shooting guard, Lovell Cook.
Lovell’s professional basketball career spans 5 years and he signed with the Scorchers last December. He gives us insight into the Surrey club and gives his expectations on the season. Off the court, Lovell is a rising entrepreneur with his lifestyle brand called scum-worldwide.com. Check it out!
We wrap up the show by previewing next week's hard-hitting matchups: London vs. Sheffield, Newcastle vs. Plymouth, and Cheshire vs Manchester.
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Lucy number 7! Welcome to the 7 th episode of The BBL Show. This is a special edition as Newcastle Eagle Darius Defoe and BBL commentator Daniel Routledge help us officially launch the BBL Season.
We celebrate as Darius is the longest serving player in the league, going into his 17 th season. He is also the BBL's most winningest player, with a total of 26 Trophies!
Daniel is a familiar voice and face, keeping BBL fans current on all the action. In addition to being one of the foremost experts of British basketball, Daniel is also a school governor, proud husband and dad.
This weekend opens with one game on the slate as Bristol and Surrey game was forfeited as Bristol had 4 players come down with COVID-19. That leaves us with a Headliner juicy matchup right out of the gate as Cup Favorite London Lions host the Newcastle Eagles.
Thanks to our listeners for having fun with us for the past several weeks. Let the games begin!
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Welcome to another exciting edition of The BBL Show, with a focus on Plymouth, as we feature two BBL former Plymouth Raiders. First, BBL star and current commentator, Anthony Rowe; and New Talisman and Great Britain National Team star, Ashley Hamilton.
Anthony’s hometown is Plymouth, and he started his career as a Plymouth Raider before signing with the Leicester Riders. Given all of Anthony’s success and awards during his playing days, you would think that all he did was play basketball. That clearly is not the case. Tune in for a game that showcases Anthony’s movie knowledge…especially those in the basketball genre. There is never a dull moment on The BBL Show!
Ashley is the 2018 Trophy Final MVP. His heralded career has taken him to Spain and the USA, but his heart is always with the UK. Ashley talks about his recent signing to Plymouth and his excitement for the new era this team is embarking on.
In this episode we proudly celebrate Black History Month, honour the Black Lives Matter movement, and feature an exclusive statement from the League reinforcing and its commitment to take actions that support unity and inclusion.
We are always keen to hear from you the fans. Reach out to us on all forms of BBL socials using the hashtag #thebblshow. Let us know who won the battle of movie characters game by chiming in on who you most want to take the last shot in a BBL Final.
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The excitement continues to build for The BBL Show as the season opener draws nearer!
Episode 5 is jam packed as we start the show with a special surprise! Kipper Nichols joins in a short cameo to face off with Jay. Kipper played for the University of Illinois (USA), and he is excited to start his rookie season as a Sheffield Shark.
In this episode, we recognize World Mental Health Day as we are joined by former Worcester Wolves and recent Cup Champion Kofi Joseph. This year’s theme for World Mental Health Day is “Mental Health For All,” which takes a laser focus on the unprecedented impact that the COVID-19 global health emergency is having on our individual and collective mental health.
Kofi opens up about the challenges he has overcome with his mental health over the years, and he dives deep into the concept of Imposter Syndrome. Imposter Syndrome is a false yet polarizing belief that one’s success is fraudulent or undeserved. Kofi is not alone in this experience…. but we must say, Kofi is not an imposter; he is the real deal all day!!!.
We finish the show with recently retired Great Britain National Kieran Achara as he was just named MBE. An amazing accomplishment to top off his great career as a beloved member of the Glasgow Rocks. Jay and Drew close The BBL Show congratulating Kieran on a great run!
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The BBL Show is gearing up for the season opener!
For Episode 4, we turn the spotlight onto the Glasgow Rocks and feature their newly appointed Player Coach, Gareth Murray. Later we are joined by Champions League Champ, Kareem Queely, of the San Pablo Burgos.
Gareth speaks candidly about the opportunities and challenges ahead as he transitions from Team Captain into his role as Player Coach. Gareth talks about ‘survival’ being the theme for the 2020/2021 BBL Season, his coaching philosophy, and his predictions regarding Glasgow’s season.
Jay and Drew also spend time with Kareem Queeley, the first Brit to win the Champions League Championship. Listen as Kareem reflects on this great accomplishment and fills us in on some of his future goals.
The BBL Show is a dynamic, one-stop, interactive experience that will bring all the basketball action to you in a podcast format. Join our hosts Jay Marriott and Drew Lasker as they provide a weekly round up all the latest BBL news including interviews with coaches and players, team updates, game predictions, and fun activities for BBL Fans. Jay and Drew will not always agree, but they always have fun when it comes to the BBL!
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It seems fitting that the 4th Episode of The BBL Show features 4 X time Champion for the Braun Sharks Mike Tuck.
As Mike gears up for his 12th season with the Sharks, he takes some time off the court to talk basketball with Jay and Drew…while on the court he still shows the rookies who’s the captain.
This 2016 Playoff Final MVP hails from Toronto, Canada, but Sheffield also feels like home for Mike. He loves his community and has much respect for his long-time head coach Atiba Lyon.
Mike is also an NBA analyst for Sky Sports which explains why he felt right at home on The BBL show. Listen as Mike shares his reflections on his career, and the league. And of course, we could not pass on the chance to get his input in creating our BBL All Time starting 5 using players from 2005-present.
We want to hear from you! Use the hashtag #TheBBLShow to choose who drafted the strongest team. (Our bet is on Drew!)
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As we prepare for the 2020-2021 season to launch, Andy, Drew, and Jay give their preseason predictions in Episode #2 Part 2. Head to social media using the #TheBBLShow and give your thoughts on the guys’ picks and share some of your own. We want to hear from you!
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The BBL Show thanks all the fans for tuning into Episode #1. The success of our program is a reflection of your love for the BBL…the clubs, the players, the coaches, the game. The excitement continues in Episode #2. Let’s jump in! As the BBL gears up for its current season, the Leicester Riders will be without their beloved captain and BBL great, Andy Thomson. Andy is a champion; one of the best to play the game. And while he may have hung up his playing jersey, the BBL is still in his DNA and Leicestershire will be a town he still calls home. In this episode, Jay and Drew chat it up with Andy and discuss his reflections on the game, his career, his predictions for the coming season, and his next chapter. (Hint: Retirement for Andy will not be a slowdown.)
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Just in time for the start of 2020-2021 basketball season, the British Basketball League (BBL) is pleased to announce the launch of our new podcast, The BBL Show, produced by 21 Media.
The BBL Show is a dynamic, one-stop, interactive experience that will bring all the basketball action to you in a podcast format. Join our hosts Jay Marriott and Drew Lasker as they provide a weekly round up all the latest BBLnews including interviews with coaches and players, team updates, game predictions, and fun activities for BBLFans. Jay and Drew will not always agree, but they always have fun when it comes to the BBL!
In this episode, Jay and Drew chat it up with Vince Macaulay, Head Coach of the London Lions. Vince has been a driver for the success of this club for several years. Jay and Drew talk with Vince about the Lions’ new, exciting roster leading up to their European campaign in the Champions League in Bulgaria.
Here’s an interesting fact for BBL fans, Vince has not always been just about basketball; he attended the London International Film School and focused on Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
Get ready for the current BBL season! Subscribe to The BBL Show wherever you get your podcasts and join us for unique fan experiences that bring you closer to the players, the games, and each other.
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