The Leicester Riders have announced the addition of University of Georgia rookie Braelen Bridges to their 2022/23 roster.
The 6’10” forward first suited up for Northwest Florida State College, then played his next two college seasons at the University of Illinois at Chicago. As a senior, he transferred to his hometown University of Georgia.
Bridges averaged 12.9 points and 5.6 rebounds in his senior
year. He was the only Bulldog to start all 32 games and was Georgia’s most
efficient scorer during his time there, shooting 56.1% from the field.
He stayed for a fifth year of college to complete his
master’s, averaging 8.7 points and 4.9 rebounds, before signing in Leicester.
Bridges is Coach Rob Paternostro’s third recruit of the summer after the re-signing of point guard Kimbal Mackenzie and the addition of 6’8” forward Sam Idowu.
“I’m excited about Braelen,” commented Riders head coach Rob
Paternostro.
“He played in one of America’s best college basketball
conferences and was an impact player with Georgia.
“He’s got great size and touch around the basket, and what excites me was that he’s just scratching the surface. He has more to his game, and his versatility will shine in the professional game.”
“It is an honour to sign with the Leicester Riders,” added Bridges after signing his first professional contract.
“I’m grateful to get the opportunity to continue to play the game I love at a high level.”
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