Liverpool welcomes new Super League Basketball team
Liverpool Basketball becomes the 10th Super League Basketball franchise, with officials saying the club will deliver long-term economic and community impact.
- Super League Basketball launched its 10th franchise, Liverpool Basketball, which will compete in the 2026-27 season at M&S Bank Arena on Liverpool's waterfront.
- Founded by media executive and sports investor Jason Dolan, Kings Dock Sports Group Ltd owns the franchise and is committed to building a lasting civic institution. Dolan stated, "We are building for decades- not seasons."
- Deputy Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, Cllr Graham Morgan, said the investment will create jobs and strengthen the visitor economy while opening pathways for young people in the sport.
- Annie Brown, general manager of The Municipal and chair of Liverpool's ABID Board, noted a £2 levy supports events that encourage visitors to stay longer and support local accommodation sectors.
- Over the coming weeks, the organisation will unveil the club's identity, branding, and coaching staff alongside a community program designed to inspire young talent. Season ticket registrations and founding partnerships begin later this summer.
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Super League Basketball Brings Professional Basketball back to Liverpool - Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership
Super League Basketball (SLB) today announced the launch of its landmark 10th franchise, returning top-flight men’s professional basketball to one of Britain’s most iconic sporting cities. The new club will begin competing in the upcoming 2026-27 season, with M&S Bank Arena serving as its home venue on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. The announcement represents more than long-term investment and the launch of a new club. It marks the creation of …
Super League Basketball brings professional basketball back to Liverpool - Liverpool Express
Super League Basketball (SLB) today announced the launch of its landmark 10th franchise, returning top-flight men’s professional basketball to one of Britain’s most iconic sporting cities. The new club will begin competing in the upcoming 2026-27 season, with M&S Bank Arena serving as its home venue on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. The announcement represents more than long-term investment and the launch of a new club. It marks the creation of…
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