London Lions plans “world- class” basketball stadium

The London Lions Basketball Club has announced its ambition to develop a “world-class”, purpose-built basketball stadium in the capital. The plan is for the venue to serve as the long-term home for elite basketball in London while also fostering grassroots development and expanding access to the sport.

As well as providing a training and game-day home for the London Lions men’s and women’s teams, the proposals would see the venue serving as a hub for youth programmes, community engagement initiatives and talentdevelopment. It would also play a part in the Mayor of London’s commitment to greener spaces.

In a statement, the club said: “With the Lions aiming to re-enter top European competition and the mayor’s desire to bring more NBA games and activities to the capital, a new stadium would put London in a prime position, helping to make the city a premier global destination for basketball.”

The plans follow a recent commitment from the mayor to set up a first-of-its-kind basketball taskforce to grow the game in London.