Leicester Riders Talk

This weeks edition of the A4R podcast, Greg and Mark discuss a very busy week of Riders related activity, including, a quick review of the 'Big Wednesday BUCS' finals events, which includes a number of the Riders players along with Coach Will Maynard. Coach Rob reviews the game against the Gladiators, looks forward to Sheffield away and briefly discusses some of his broadcasting history. P...

Greg and Mark along with Coach Rob, review the state of the British Roads and highways as they look back on games from last weekend against the Eagles.  We preview the forthcoming game against the Gladiators and touch base regarding the partnership that the Riders have with Loughborough University.  Todays special interview is with Blake ' the Showman ' Bowen, who discusses his developme...

In this weeks episode Greg and Mark get to hear from the MD on the WBBL Saturday game at the Morningside Arena, and the up coming retro night series.  We hear from our very own Marvel Superhero about his trip to Serbia, and as usual we check in with Coach Rob and get to hear is views on the game against the Lions and what is now referred to as the ' tear gate' game whilst also briefly wanderi...

It's the episode prior to the GB window, with Greg and Mark looking back to what was a 'celebratory' weekend.  With two great BBL wins, home and away, with multiple 'sounds of the game' from various players, and of course Coach Rob.  We discover the origins of Kimbal MacKenzie UK roots, consider whether there is the scope for a traveling away supporters orchestra? and get us in the mood...

Greg and Mark review the Sheffield BBL Trophy result alongside Coach Rob and his views whilst looking forward to e double header weekend of games.  Insights regarding end of game plays are discussed, whilst todays guest interview is Evan Walshe who hints at possibly being the answer to the non basketball 'Spurs' club striker woes!

On this episode Greg, Mark & Ted get to hear the players and coaches predictions for the NFL Super Bowl.  We had the opportunity to sit down with Carrington Love who gets to talk a little about his college career in Milwaukee, and confirms that he's all in on the #King City and is hitting the cookery books in preparation for the impending 'cook off'!

Only plugging the BBL Trophy quarter cup final game this Friday against the Sheffield Sharks!  Ensure that you don't miss out!  

Greg and Mark review the results for both of our WBBL and mens BBL cup finals results from last weekend.  We discuss the value of the 'dunk' competition and pose the question as to whether there needs to be a concussion protocol for basketball mascots!  We check in with Coach Rob and a number of the players, meditating, upon health, and upcoming fixtures on the horizon. 

It's the BBL and WBBL Cup final preview edition of the podcast.  Greg and Mark get to welcome a number of special guests, including players, coaches and BBL commentators as they try to predict the winners and outcome of the forthcoming cup weekend whilst reflecting upon the best coloured attire to wear on Sunday! 

Greg and Mark are feeling quite euphoric and elated as they discuss the Trophy win up in Manchester, therefore it must be OT, and get to discuss the origin of that '10' count'.  Coach Rob discusses what its like to be surprised at 50, and Marc Loving gets to talk about his impressive double, double and his 'hair-raising' performance at the weekend.   

It's the first A4R of 2023 bursting with content including news of new signings, not only one, but two head coaches interviews, players, and the MD of the Riders sharing their views and opinions on recent events and happenings down at the 'King City'. 'Teddy' also gets the chance to introduce himself and say hello as he makes his first debut onto this edition!

Greg and Mark get to discuss the almost end of year games.  The Manchester OT win, confirmation that Dan Routledge is not a 'Sky at Night' presenter and with Mark seeking redemption following the reporting of unprofessional interviews.  We reflected upon the loss to the Lions, with a great second half performance from the Riders which sets up the developing rivalry nicely for the BBL Cup...

It's a festive, semi-final edition of the podcast with Greg and Mark diving into both of the WBBL and Mens BBL teams recent semifinal games.  There's the usual pre and post game reflections with some discussion regarding both teams respective final appearances at Birmingham in January.  As it's Christmas time the Pod guys try to spread a little mirth and merriment by the pulling of a num...

Greg and Mark begin to think about Christmas and the A4R Christmas party.  Kimbal Mackenzie asks a question related to the 12 days of Christmas whilst Coach Rob provides insights regarding the upcoming Riders schedule and comments upon hairstyles and what it might say about team performances.  The guys also try taking some Spanish lesson from assistant Coach Pablo Vazquez. 

Greg and Mark review some of the big news from the BBL that has been released this week, checking in with the Chairman, Kevin Routledge to discuss what this might mean for the Riders.  Coach Rob reflects upon another road win and previews the forthcoming clash against the Caledoninan Gladiators in front of the SKY cameras.  We get to learn which of the Riders players originates from the...

In todays episode the guys touch base with star forward Jubril Adekoya and discuss the 'art of defence' and discover that it's all about the details, details, details.  We also have the chance to find out about how 'BigggMo' is doing with his recovery, but forget to identify what his signature dish might be.  Coach Rob provides us with his insights to the week that was and the forthcomin...

And Greg and Mark are back!  We get the chance to hear from Riders most recent signing Aaron Menzies, Coach Rob reviews the upcoming games in Glasgow and the BBL Cup quarter final against the Eagles.  Some consideration as to who might be the best cage fighter on the team and finally, players and some of the coaching staff have a go at making their FIFA World Cup predictions.

Greg and Mark pull out the dictionary and try and define the word 'dominance', whilst reviewing the Riders plays of the month.  Kimbal drops by and discuss's the meaning of philosophy, as we try to define what the actually meaning of basketball is?  Mark takes the time to share his irritable complaints, whilst touching in with Coach Rob, celebrating his 600 head coach appearances for the...

In this episode Greg and Mark review a great double header win at the weekend beating the Flyers and the Sharks on the road.  For the first time the guys include 'sounds from the game' with the voices of the supporters taking part in the podcast, and as usual taking all things Riders very 'seriously'

Greg and Mark review last weekends double header fixture, whilst Coach Paternostro provides us with his perspectives of the win against the Giants and the loss up in Scotland.   Zach Jackson stops by to discuss the teams health issues and consider who might be the funniest guy on this years roster.    Premier predications are reviewed and totalled up with the football guy...

Greg and Mark get the thoughts of Coach Paternostro about the recent trip to the Bristol Flyers and his views regarding the weeks upcoming double header weekend.   Darien Nelson-Henry checks in and confirms himself as a future 'Presidential' candidate whilst also utilising his best use of Austrian/Germany language skills!

On this episode we give a big 'Riders' hello to our new point guard Derryck Thornton and discover what his preferences are should you invite him over for dinner.  We also reflect upon the Riders first win of the new BBL season on the road down at Surrey, and quickly look forward to taking on the unbeaten Bristol Flyers.  We also give a shout out to the Flyers great club podcast before fi...

Discussing Riders first trip down to the London Lions and the outcome of their first BBL fixture.  Russell Levenston calls in to discuss all things Riders, plus honourable mentions to our supporters of the week and the value of public service podcasting!

Greg & Mark review the Riders recent Champions Basketball League adventure.  Special guest Pat Whelan drops by to talk briefly about his European experiences followed by looking forward to the start of the Riders BBL campaign whilst finally discovering the price of beer at the Morningside Arena!

We say hello to the very first episode of the Leicester Riders Podcast 'Along 4 the Ride' with an interview with head Coach Rob Paternostro who briefly discusses recent signings, pre-season and the upcoming Champions League qualifying games.