Local college teams up with Northants basketball club for ‘mutually beneficial’ partnership

A local college has teamed up with an elite basketball club to offer both students and the team more opportunities.

Moulton College and the Northamptonshire Titans have announced the new partnership that they hope will be ‘mutually beneficial’.

The new relationship will offer college students the opportunity to experience elite level training and competition, as well offering the team use of the college’s facilities.

Pete Burgoine, operations director at Northamptonshire Titans said: “It’s fantastic to be working alongside Moulton College to promote elite basketball within the county.

“The team at Titans are excited to begin training with the college’s talented players, building their technique and sportsmanship through support from Moulton staff.

“The partnership will offer opportunities for Titans players through use of the College’s fantastic facilities, and links to study opportunities at Moulton.

“Working together we’re forming the basis of a strong and mutually beneficial partnership for the future.”

The partnership will provide students at Moulton College’s basketball academy, with an opportunity to play for the Titans U18s and potentially experience playing in the National League in Division 2 or 3.

Tom Brinkley, head of basketball at Moulton College added: “To be a successful sportsman, it’s not just about developing your practical skills on the court.

“Studying a course in the subject gives players the chance to build on their physical ability and fine tune this through theory, so it all comes together when they compete.

“We’re looking forward to working with Titans to achieve this.”

The partnership hopes to address the issue of sporting talent frequently moving away from the county.

Tom continued: “Basketball in Northamptonshire has suffered in recent years with some of the most talented players leaving to pursue a career with other clubs.

“It would be great for the county to regain its status and partnering with the Titans will hopefully achieve this.”

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