20/10/2019 – Today was the London Elite under 14 team’s 1st competitive tournament for the start of the 2019/20 season. The first game was against an experienced Kingston Wildcats School of Basketball. Both started nervously but soon settled down started trading baskets in a uptempo game which was a great a advertisement for this age group. Once the Elite squad started to get comfortable which other in game situations it became more apparent the skill level and talent we had on show. Strong defending from key players started pay dividend with crisp passing and finishing. The strong team defence and team offence rolled over to the second half give the Elite team a comfortable first win as a competitive team. The second game was more of the same with effort and concentration at the top of list against a very talent Richmond knights girls team who also won their 1st game of the day. The two comfortable wins move the Elite straight into the final for a battle of the London teams – London Elite vs London Westside. The game started with nervous exchanges and mistakes usually found in a tightly contested final. Both teams went after the win with Westside walking in at half time with a 4 point lead. The second half was much of the same with key defensive plays keep the game close but Elite being unable to convert the defensive effort into baskets at the other end. The game rolled out into the last 5 minutes with west side maintaining the edge by 6 points. Elite still playing nervously went on run to cut the score to 4 but few missed chances by the Elite team saw the Westside team take advantage and run out the final score winning by 7. Head Coach Matt Williams could not have been more proud of the teams effort and especially team play. “These tournament are especially great for team bonding and getting the coaches and players to know each other better. Great day for Elite basketball 🏀 and the sky is the limit with this team and with key additions still to come going to be a great 👍 season”

U14’s trainings take place Tuesday 6-7:30 pm and Saturday 9-10:30 am at Alec Reed Academy. Contact coach Matt on 07961606483 or [email protected] for more details.

London Elite U16 has started their preparation for season 2019/20. Initially we placed just one U16 team into the league, though it didn’t take us long to realise our program is offering amazing development and support resulting in attracting new players which led us into forming 2nd team in just 3rd month of club existence !

It is not a surprise for our director Daniel as he was following closely what progress team has been making. Here are his words:

“I am really happy that this project is growing rapidly but it comes as no surprise to me. Having great partnership with way2work in terms of highlights, great location for our home Alec Reed Academy but what is most important, we have one of best coaches in business taking care of our talented group. This combination is designed for success”

We are happy to confirm that Head Coach for London Elite U16 will be Mauro Di Nunzio originally from Italy who moved to London few years ago and has already won a National championship with London U13 regional team. His knowledge, passion and understanding of the game is definitely making London Elite hot place on basketball map for London. This is what he had to say:

“London Elite, to me is a part a new elite journey of my career. The club and its programme immediately attracted me for the tenacious will to improve the community providing the best options for the players and the coaches. I just needed a small conversation with Daniel to understand that it was the place to be. In fact, I feel the support of the club and the extreme passion of Basketball. My aim is to push myself to learn to transfer to the kids the same love that I have for basketball and try to get them better day by day.”

As season starts in early November boys are training 2-3 times a week getting ready for upcoming challenges.Two of the key players, Nezelle Soberano and Anthony Atakpu have been called up by coach Daniel to represent London Elite U17 with most prestigious league in Europe, EYBL with first trip to Latvia happening over October half term camp.

If you wish to find out more about our program please get in touch with coach Daniel on 07453314867 or [email protected].

London Elite Basketball Club is proud to announce that in 2019/20 season our u12 girls team will be competing in National League Pool 3.

Our girls will be entering this upcoming season with Afiz Olaniyan as Head coach who is highly recognised among top level basketballers in UK as one of leading development coaches.

Coach Afiz said: “I’m really happy to be working with Elite u12 girls team in National League. I look forward to a building as a team and focusing on Fundamentals, skills development, basketball IQ and team basketball“
Our young girls squad will be training twice a week with midweek Wednesday session 5:30-7 and Saturdays morning 9-10:30 at Alec Reed Academy.
Our GM Daniel Szatkowski said:”I’m truly thrilled to have this opportunity. I’ve known coach Afiz for couple of years and work he does is a true testimony of what high caliber coach he is. There was big need for girls basketball in west London so i believe it can be really great fun for our young girls.“

If you are interested in joining us please contact Coach Afiz on 07515123886 or coach Daniel on [email protected]

We are happy to announce that ahead of season 2019/20 we have teams ready to compete in age categories: U12, U14, U16, U17, U18, U19 and U20 and U12 girls.

Our Club was established in summer 2019 by Coach Daniel Szatkowski who has teamed up with fantastic coaches to deliver highest possible quality of basketball for West London. Our club in short period of time established great structure for players of any ability to train and play on high level of competitions.

Our main training venue is Alec Reed in Northolt which is very accessible by public transport. Our trainings are run by DBS checked, friendly and highly qualified coaches who have previous experience with Pro basketball.

Our Head coach Daniel Szatkowski is a UKCC level 4 coach, which is the highest possible qualification in UK. In previous years he won the ABL, was awarded coach of the year 2018, developed players who currently attend American colleges on full scholarships.

This is what he had to say: “I’m thrilled and excited on arrival of new club in west London which is run by such a fantastic coaches. I am more then sure we will be able to provide amazing set up for players of any abilities where they not only improve significantly their basketball abilities, but as well truly find a place where they feel welcome and appreciated.”

If you are interested in joining our club please contact coach Daniel on 07453314867 or [email protected].

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