Men's basketball

Sport and physical activity

The University of Central Lancashire basketball programme is open to players of all levels. Compete in the BUCS Leagues, train with the team or play recreationally.

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Craig Wright
Men's Head Performance Coach

Craig is an experienced Level 3 Basketball Coach. He's worked with our basketball team for over 13 years. Under Craig’s leadership, both the Men’s and Ladies Basketball teams have progressed enormously. From competing at the bottom of the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Premier up to almost the highest tier, 1A. 

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One of the North West's most competitive basketball teams

Our basketball club has over 50 members with opportunities to play at all levels of ability. From recreational and second team to high level performers within the men’s first team. We've put together an extensive training schedule and support package. This helps support and attract committed basketball players.

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Sport at UCLan is different because it adds a sense of community, we have all these different teams and we come down and support each other.
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Louis Davies
BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science, UCLan Men's Basketball
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Play for the University while maintaining your other playing commitments.
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Where and when you'll train

All basketball training and matches take place at the Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre (STFC). Our multi-million pound, state-of-the-art, purpose built indoor facility is located at our Preston Campus. STFSC offers a range of activities from UCLan Students' Union sports clubs to instructor led classes and individual gym areas.

Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre

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Monday

 8.00 - 10.00pm
  • Men's first team
  • National League training
  • Monday team conditioning
Wednesday 6.00 - 8.00pm
  • BUCS fixtures or;
  • BUCS team training
Thursday 5.00 - 6.00pm
  • Thursday team conditioning
Friday 6.00 - 8.00pm 
  • BUCS men's first team
  • National League training
Saturday 1.00 - 3.00pm
  • National League fixture (away)
Sunday 1.00 - 3.00pm
  • National League fixture (home)

On Sundays where there are no fixtures, individual practice and conditioning will take place. Dates and times are subject to change.

Additional training support will be provided with dates and times identified by the coach.

Sports Scholarship

Are you a talented individual competing at high level within your sport? Then you may be eligible for a fantastic scholarship opportunity.

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Achievements

Play with the best. Take a look at our basketball team's accolades over the years. 

1st place Men's 2A 2009/10 Northern Conference

Did you know?

The North West has many junior, senior, national league and college basketball programmes. We have good links through our network of alumni and coaches. You'll have the opportunity to play, coach and officiate at several places throughout the North West. 

Our other focal sports

Women's basketball

The University of Central Lancashire women's basketball programme is open to players of all levels. Compete in the BUCS Leagues, train with the team or play recreationally.

Read more about Women's basketball

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Are you a professional netball player? Do you play for fun, or want to pick up a sport you once loved? The University of Central Lancashire delivers high quality netball training, aimed at players of all abilities.

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Love football? Want to keep fit and achieve your sporting potential alongside your studies? The University of Central Lancashire women's football is open to members of all abilities.

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