Wolves’ Captain in Birthday Celebration

Last summer Alex Owumi signed a contract to return to the Worcester Wolves for a second season, stating that he was disappointed that the club did not win any trophies in his first year. He went on to say: “The Wolves organisation are putting their trust in me and I intend to repay everyone for that faith.”

At the end of March, Owumi made good on his pledge by captaining the Wolves to their first-ever silverware since stepping up to the British Basketball League in 2006, the BBL Trophy.

At the weekend he led his side past the Sheffield Sharks into the BBL Playoff Final, to take place this Sunday at Wembley. In the first-leg of the semi-final tie in South Yorkshire, Owumi was in rampant form, leading all scorers with 28 points, including an impressive seven three-point baskets. Talking about Worcester’s stunning 79-59 victory, he said: “It was one of those nights where everything I threw up went in. We carried a lot of fuel into the game, having lost to them a few weeks ago at their place. We went out there with the intention of punishing them, and that’s what we did.”

In the return leg at the University of Worcester Arena, Owumi again showcased his shooting ability, producing a further five three-pointers during the eventual 67-60 win, a triumph that took place on his birthday. He spoke of his delight at progressing to another final, saying: “It’s a great achievement for the club and for the city of Worcester, as well as a great birthday present for me. We’re enjoying soaking it all in right now, but then we’ll be focusing on just one more game next week.”

Owumi was thrilled to be given the honour of captaining the Wolves this season, and is hoping to be an influential figure next week at Wembley against a team loaded with BBL veterans, the Newcastle Eagles, commenting: “At thirty-years-old I’m an older guy on the team. I will be looking to bring all my experience to help others as much as I can in how to win.”

There was another bumper crowd on hand at the University of Worcester Arena to see Sheffield brushed aside, and Owumi was keen to thank them for  their support, saying: “The Wolves’ fans have been our sixth man all year. If we’re down, the noise they make definitely raises us back up. What is happening now is fabulous for all the supporters, many of whom have been with the club since it was formed fourteen years ago.”

Sunday’s final tips off at 3pm, with doors opening at 1.30pm. Information about tickets/coach travel can be found at the Wolves’ website: www.worcesterwolves.org