Author: Joe Whitehead
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Cheshire Refuse to Change
In a league defined by parity, a clear identity can be a competitive edge. Cheshire have leaned into theirs more than anyone—playing faster, shooting more, and living with the consequences. But as the season has unfolded, that commitment has begun to look more like a limitation than a strength. They still play with breakneck pace…
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London Are Grit Over Glamour
Peter Božić was at the helm at London last season during the 777-era, leading a talent-laden London squad that had clear advantages over the rest of the league. Now, the budget is smaller, the roster no longer towers over the league, and he’s proving his coaching pedigree in a different way. Instead of winning through…
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The Untapped Potential of the SLB Cup
Knockout tournaments capture the imagination of sports fans like nothing else. The FA Cup has been a staple of British football for over a century, delivering underdog stories, giant-killings, and moments that unite communities. A basketball equivalent should be a perfect fit—giving lower-league teams a shot at top-tier opposition while also helping British basketball establish…
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Game Notes: Sheffield Sharks 105 – 97 Surrey 89ers
Donovan Clay’s free-throw technique is anything but conventional. Standing at the line, he leans far to the left, his right shoulder almost square with the rim. When he shoots, the ball travels back across his body on a diagonal path that looks wrong—until it drops through the net. Not once did his shot look clean…
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Game Notes: Oaklands Wolves 65 – 51 Sheffield Hatters
Georgia Gayle knew the game was slipping away. Her frustration was evident in the first quarter as B. Braun Sheffield Hatters struggled to keep pace. They needed a perfect game to match the Oaklands Wolves, but things were already starting to unravel. Oaklands were in the midst of an 11-0 run, steadily widening the gap.…
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Newcastle’s Offence Is Unique and It’s Working
Newcastle’s offence is built differently from the rest of the SLB. While most teams rely on ball movement and structured play to generate open looks, the Eagles put the ball in the hands of their best scorers and let them go to work. Their system is built around players who can create and finish their…
