Bermudian player Anton Harris-Gilbert has officially begun his campaign in the British National Basketball League (BBL) Division One, coming off the bench for the Teesside Lions in their recent fixture against Liverpool.
Harris-Gilbert, and the Teesside club, got another taste of the competitive Division One action at the Olympia Sports Complex.
The Lions faced a tough challenge from the home side and ultimately went down by a nine-point margin, losing 71–62.
Harris-Gilbert entered the game from the bench as the coaching staff looked to integrate the new acquisition into the team rotation. The Bermudian played 5 minutes and 11 seconds in total.
While his appearance was brief, it marks a significant step into one of the highest leagues of British basketball. Harris-Gilbert went 0 for 1 from the field in his initial minutes on court as he begins to find his rhythm with his new teammates.
The Teesside Lions will look to bounce back quickly as they continue their Division One schedule, with Harris-Gilbert aiming to increase his court time and contribution.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Tennessee Confirm Bermudian Star Scott
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The University of Tennessee has confirmed a significant signing for their Class of 2026, with head men's basketball coach Rick Barnes officially announcing the addition of Bermudian phenom Ralph Scott, who is widely regarded as one of the fastest-rising prospects in the United States.
Scott, who currently attends the IMG Academy in Florida, joins two other high-calibre recruits for the Volunteers. He arrives in Knoxville as a unanimous four-star recruit, having already been named to the prestigious Jersey Mike's Naismith Trophy Boys High School Player of the Year Watch List.
The 6-foot-8 wing's profile has soared this year, with both 247Sports and Rivals ranking him as a top-40 player in the country (No. 34 and No. 40, respectively). Coach Barnes praised Scott’s immense potential:
"We are thrilled to have Ralph and his family join us here on Rocky Top. Ralph burst on to the scene late and is still developing, but we are so excited about his immense potential... He is a legit 6-foot-8 wing with long arms who possesses both a tremendous feel for the game and an impressive ability to shoot the ball with excellent form."
Scott's meteoric rise was fuelled by a stellar summer showcasing his talent on the international circuit. He earned MVP honours at the Basketball Without Borders Americas camp in El Salvador—becoming the first Bermudian ever to compete in the event's 14-year history. He followed that up by excelling at the NBA Academy Games in Atlanta.
Scott, who chose Tennessee over other high-level programmes including Houston, Purdue, and Texas A&M, is believed to be the first men's basketball player from Bermuda to commit to a Division I programme of this stature. His signing marks a historic moment for the island's basketball development.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Scott Named to High School Player of the Year Watch List
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Bermudian Basketball sensation Ralph Scott has been named to the 2025-26 Jersey Mike's Naismith Trophy Boys High School Player of the Year Watch List, solidifying his status as one of the elite high school prospects in North America.
Scott, a 6-foot-8 wing/power forward who attends IMG Academy in Florida, has seen his recruitment and profile accelerate tremendously throughout 2025. He is regarded as a top-50 prospect nationally in the class of 2026.
The accolade follows a string of impressive performances, including a victory in the school's season opener dunk competition. Scott recently won the IMG 25/26 Dunks after Dark dunk competition, a season opener event at the school where he famously entered at the last minute. He secured the spectacular win by jumping over his 7ft teammate to seal the victory.
Scott's inclusion on the Naismith Watch List caps a breakthrough year that saw him earn significant attention from NCAA and NBA scouts:
He was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the Basketball Without Borders Americas camp in El Salvador in June 2025. He also showcased his potential at the inaugural NBA Academy International Showcase in Abu Dhabi, where he contributed to IMG's dominant 89-59 victory over NBA Academy Africa. Scott has received several Division I university offers, recently committing to the University of Tennessee.
The Naismith Trophy is presented annually to the most outstanding boys' and girls' prep basketball players who achieve tremendous on-court success.
Friday, November 14, 2025
Patrick's LSU Tigers Run to 3-0 Record After Strong Finish
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Associate Head Coach David Patrick and the Louisiana State University (LSU) Tigers ran their record to a perfect 3-0 on the season, using a dominant second half and an outstanding performance at the free-throw line to score a convincing 98-81 victory over Florida International University (FIU) at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.
LSU, after holding a narrow five-point lead at the half, 43-38, exploded offensively in the final 20 minutes. The Tigers shot an impressive 60 percent from the field (18-of-30), including 16-of-24 inside the arc, to score 55 points and pull away for the decisive victory.
The Tigers' efficiency at the free-throw line was a key factor in the win. After making 13-of-14 in the first half, they maintained their composure by making 17-of-20 in the final 20 minutes, finishing the game at an exceptional 30-of-34 (88.2%) from the stripe.
LSU initially used a 13-1 run in the opening half to build a substantial 22-9 lead, but FIU fought back to tie the game twice at 26 and 28, though they never managed to take the lead. In the second half, the Tigers unleashed a critical 14-3 run to stretch the lead to 17 points, 63-46, with 12:19 remaining. LSU pushed the lead to 20 and led by as much as 22 points with 10 minutes left to play.
LSU finished with five players in double figures. Marquel Sutton led the way with 19 points and secured his second straight double-double with 12 rebounds. Sutton was highly efficient, going 6-of-11 from the field, making three treys, and going 4-of-4 from the free-throw line. Mike Nwoko also scored 19 points and played some of his best basketball despite playing most of the final 11 minutes with four fouls. FIU fell to 1-2 on the season.
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Scott & IMG Ascenders Deliver Back-to-Back Blowouts
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Ralph Scott and his IMG Academy Varsity Basketball teammates opened their non-conference schedule with back-to-back dominant victories, showcasing their high-scoring potential at home and on the road.
The IMG Ascenders first secured a massive home win against Forges Academy with a final score of 73-25. The match was effectively decided by halftime, with the score already standing at 54-11, leaving Forges Academy little chance of recovery. The dominant victory gave IMG a positive start to their campaign.
They followed that up with another high-scoring performance on the road, defeating the Northeast varsity basketball team by a score of 99-58. The back-to-back wins, including the two significant margins of victory, highlight the Ascenders' offensive depth and defensive strength early in the season.
Scott, who is one of Bermuda's most promising Basketball athletes, is a key prospect who recently committed to the University of Tennessee.
