Basketball

Basketball is one of East London Sport’s High-Performance Programmes. A range of scholarships is available for 1st team players, which includes bursaries, a diverse support package, exclusive kit and access to our private performance facility Aqua East.

East London Basketball Club has gone from strength to strength over the years, with now four men’s teams and two women’s teams competing in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) leagues and cups every Wednesday. Having become one of East London’s focus sports, more and more students are choosing to study and play basketball with us.

The basketball programme at East London has been created to ensure success on and off the court through great team spirit, work ethic and developing talent alongside a fantastic group of coaches.

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Who can get a basketball sports scholarship at UEL?

Basketball scholarships are for UEL 1st team players in the High-Performance Programme. Selection is competitive and linked to playing at a high level and representing UEL in competitions.

What does the basketball scholarship include?

Basketball scholarships are for UEL 1st team players in the High-Performance Programme. Selection is competitive and linked to playing at a high level and representing UEL in competitions.

How do I apply for a basketball scholarship?

You need to:

Apply to UEL and secure an offer for an eligible course.
Join or trial for the basketball programme and be selected for the 1st team.
Apply for the sports scholarship through the UEL sport scholarships route.

Do I need to attend a trial?

Yes. To be considered for a basketball scholarship, you must be assessed through the basketball performance pathway, and scholarships are tied to 1st team status. Trials are the normal route into that squad.

When are basketball trials held?

Trials usually take place before the academic season starts and/or at set points in the term. Contact us for the next trial date.

One of the things we are trying to build is an environment for people to develop and grow as players. Welcoming new people into the family is something we are excited to do in the 23/24 season.

Tope Alli-Balogun

Women’s basketball coach

Find out more about sport at UEL

Performance Sports
UEL’s High Performance programme aims to help talented athletes achieve success, both in sport and their academic studies.
Basketball club
Our men's and women’s basketball programme includes regular training and the opportunity to train and play in one of four men’s and two women’s teams.
Sports Clubs
Join a Sports Club at UEL. Keep fit and healthy, create new friendships, enhance your CV, represent the University of East London and have fun!