Season Preview: Newcastle Eagles

Newcastle player coach Fab Flournoy completed ten years of service with the Eagles last season and remains one of the most versatile players in the league.

It does seem strange that the Eagles didn’t bring home any silverware last season, especially with the likes of former BBL MVP Trey Moore in the mix who is now a free agent.

But what isn’t strange is the ever-growing loyalty of Darius Defoe who returns in the black and white for yet another campaign.

Another northeast fan favourite returns this season with Charles Smith competing in his eight season for the eagles. Smith is now the all time leading points scorer for the eagles with over 5000 points in a glorious career averaging over 20 points per game.

But there are some new additions for the Newcastle public to cheer with power forward Andrew Thomson joining for the defending champions the Mersey Tigers. He was also named British Basketball Player of the Year in the 2010/11 championship claiming campaign.

So with a mix of old and new from across the BBL can the eagles put on a Fab-u-lous display?

Roster

Player-coach Fab Flournoy- Forward

One to watch: Joe Chapman- he only played in 17 games last season but put up enough numbers on the score sheet to impress. In just 17 games he averaged 20 points, four assists and four rebounds per game. Imagine what he could do with more minutes.

Andrew Bridge – Guard
Charles Smith – Forward
Darius Defoe – Forward
Jamie Glen – Forward
Andrew Thomson – Forward
Paul Gause – Point Guard
Joel Madourie – Forward

Club information

Address: 3 Ellison Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 8ST

Website: www.newcastle-eagles.co.uk
Email: info@newcastle-eagles.co.uk
Tel: 0191 245 3880
Home Venue: Sport Central, Northumberland Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 8ST