Three years: Two league titles, three national championships and a playoff finals Most Valuable Player award.
“I feel now is the right time for a new challenge,” said new Spinner Jack Hudson. “Leaving Liverpool [Basketball Club] was not an easy decision. I am truly grateful and privileged to have been part of their family and I like to think I leave the club in a better place than it was when we began our journey three seasons ago.”
The 22-year-old, who also spent time with Liverpool as a junior, has been in charge of his story since turning professional at age 17 with the Mersey Tigers and has succeeded at every turn, which hasn’t gone unnoticed.
“Jack is a guy I’ve watched develop over the years,” said Lancashire head coach Neal Hopkins. “He’s worked incredibly hard and plays with passion – he brings a winning mentality and is someone we can look to for leadership. He’s got a tenacity to his game that fans will love – we’re extremely lucky to have Jack, who had to make a very difficult decision.”
Hudson had 11 points, eight rebounds and six steals in Liverpool’s most recent triumph as winners of the 2016 Division Two playoffs. His basket with 29.9 seconds, meanwhile, helped force overtime.
“After speaking with Neal it was a no brainer where I wanted to be next,” said Hudson, who finished second in voting for Division 2 Player of the Year. “I follow his philosophy and admire how he gives opportunities to young English talent.”
His 14.3 points per game ranked second on the team whilst he led the league in both assists and steals.
“I’m at the Spinners to win,” he began. “I can’t wait to get going and help the club continue on its successful journey.”
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