Martin returns to Raiders

UCP Marjon Plymouth Raiders have announced what is likely to be their final player for the 2011/12 season, and the announcement sees a fan favourite, Anthony Martin, return to the team.

The 6’0″ point guard will be playing for the Raiders for his 4th consecutive season, and flew in with the rest of the team on Sunday morning.

He spent last season with Aabyhoj in Denmark, but returned to the Raiders for the final few games of the season to cover for Jermaine Forbes who was suffering with heart problems. Over the summer, Coach Gavin Love kept in close contact with him, and agreed his return just last week.

In Denmark he averaged 10.5 points, 4.1 assists and 3.2 rebounds per game. He returned to Plymouth for the final 8 games of the season, averaging 5 points in limited court time.

“Since he stepped onto the court at the Pavilions for the first time, he’s been a fan favourite,” said Raiders Head Coach Gavin Love. “He’s quick, he’s a pass first point guard and we know the ball will be safe in his hands. I’m delighted to have him back.”

The Raiders started pre season training on Tuesday in preparation for their first home game of the season, this Sunday at 3.45pm at the Plymouth Pavilions against USA Select. Tickets are still available from the Pavilions Box Office 0845 146 1460 or from their website www.plymouthpavilions.com.