Owumi onboard again at Wolves

Worcester Wolves have announced that influential small forward Alex Owumi is to return to the team next season.

Director of Basketball Paul James is delighted to see Owumi come back to Worcester for a second year, saying: “Alex was a stalwart of our team last year. While we had some players who went up and down in their performances, Alex delivered consistently. I’m thrilled that he’s coming back to the Wolves and especially as several other BBL teams had tried to sign him. This is great testament to the club and where we are going. It’s very important that we are in a position to try and hold on to the most talented of players we are able to recruit. To hang onto a player of Alex’s calibre speaks volumes about the club’s intentions. I will now be looking to build the rest of the team around him”.

In his debut season for the Wolves, 28 year old Owumi was a leading light in several categories. He played most minutes on the team, at around 35 minutes a game, and was the main scorer, averaging 19 points. He was the assist-leader, averaging four each game, and was the second-highest rebounder on the team with just under seven boards per outing. His standing amongst his peers was proved by several appearances in the British Basketball League Team of the Week.

Owumi is excited to be re-joining the Wolves, and is relishing the chance to build on his first year at the club, saying: “I’ve really enjoyed being at Worcester and have been pleased with my performances. Having said that, I was disappointed that we didn’t deliver any trophies. I know that we can do better. The Wolves organisation are putting their trust in me and I intend to repay everyone for that faith