In the first ever BBFA Fan Voices submission, Mitch Simpson shares his perspective on the landscape of British basketball, what needs to change, and why.
Needs to be 12 teams minimum in 2 (or 3) divisions with promotion/relegation. No other major league in Europe has a closed top division with such few teams.
Play each other twice only in the league.
8 team playoffs best of 3, best of 5 final.
Trophy can stay as it is.
National cup to include teams from entire national league, like the FA Cup.
Thanks so much for being a voice for the fans, I’m sure we all feel the same and appreciate you speaking up.
More academic engagement, like bonuses or rewards for bringing on an domestic academy player
Playoffs should be a four game series,
Local and national press invites for final coverage
Better marketing campaign for trophy finals and cup finals and playoffs, advertising on billboards
Etc. and build a narrative
I completely agree with bbf uniting all the pro national league like Wales Scotland England Ireland under one roof with a council behind them
Needs to be 12 teams minimum in 2 (or 3) divisions with promotion/relegation. No other major league in Europe has a closed top division with such few teams.
Play each other twice only in the league.
8 team playoffs best of 3, best of 5 final.
Trophy can stay as it is.
National cup to include teams from entire national league, like the FA Cup.
5 overseas players max
Zero salary cap on British players