The management of Wrexham A.F.C. has announced plans to establish a basketball team that will compete in the British Basketball League…

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Wrexham, Wales – In a groundbreaking move, the management of Wrexham A.F.C. has announced plans to establish a basketball team that will compete in the British Basketball League (BBL). The new team, which is expected to begin play in the 2025-2026 season, will mark a significant expansion of the club’s sporting offerings and provide a new source of excitement for fans in Wrexham and beyond.

According to Wrexham A.F.C.’s CEO, Humphrey Ker, the decision to establish a basketball team was driven by a desire to diversify the club’s sporting portfolio and increase its presence in the local community. “We are thrilled to announce our plans to join the British Basketball League,” said Ker. “This is a fantastic opportunity for us to expand our sporting offerings and provide a new source of entertainment for our fans. We believe that basketball has a huge amount of potential in Wrexham and the surrounding area, and we are excited to be a part of it.”

The new basketball team will be based at the Glyndwr University Sports Centre, which will undergo renovations to accommodate the team. The team’s name, logo, and branding will be announced in the coming weeks, and the club will begin recruiting players and coaching staff shortly.

Wrexham A.F.C.’s management has appointed a new basketball committee, which will be responsible for overseeing the development of the new team. The committee will be chaired by former Welsh basketball international, Mark Owen, who has a wealth of experience in the sport.

“We are delighted to be a part of this exciting new venture,” said Owen. “We believe that basketball has a huge amount of potential in Wrexham and the surrounding area, and we are looking forward to working with the local community to develop the sport.”

The establishment of a basketball team by Wrexham A.F.C. is a significant development for the sport in Wales and the UK as a whole. The BBL has a strong following in the UK, and the addition of a new team from Wales is expected to generate significant excitement and interest.

“We are thrilled to welcome Wrexham A.F.C. to the British Basketball League,” said BBL Chairman, Ed Percival. “This is a fantastic opportunity for us to expand our reach and bring top-level basketball to a new audience in Wales. We look forward to working with Wrexham A.F.C. to make this new venture a success.”

The introduction of a basketball team is also expected to have a positive impact on the local community, with the club planning to establish a range of grassroots programs and initiatives to promote the sport and encourage participation.

“We believe that basketball has the power to bring people together and make a positive impact on our community,” said Ker. “We are excited to be a part of this journey and look forward to working with our fans and partners to make our new basketball team a success.”