the Leicester Riders They announced the addition of University of Georgia junior Braelen Bridges to the 2022/23 roster.
The 6’10” forward was first suited to Northwest Florida State College, then played the next two seasons in college at the University of Illinois at Chicago. As a freshman, he transferred to his hometown University of Georgia.
Bridges averaged 12.9 points and 5.6 rebounds 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 on for a fifth year in college to complete his master’s degree, averaging 8.7 points and 4.9 rebounds, before signing for Leicester.
Bridges is head coach Rob Paternostro’s third summer recruit after re-signing guard Kimball McKenzie and adding 6’8″ forward Sam Idoo.
“I’m excited about the Braelen,” Raiders coach Rob Paternostro commented.
“He played in one of the top college basketball conferences in America and was an impact player with Georgia.
“He’s got great size and tackles the basket, and what gets me excited is that he’s just scratching the surface. He has more to his game, and his versatility will shine in the professional game.”
“It is a great honor to sign with Leicester Riders,” Bridges added after signing his first professional contract.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to continue playing the game I love at such a high level.”
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