Victor Moses heads to Newcastle in BBL return

The American impressed in his first spell in the BBL, including a 50-point and 20-rebound outing in a victory over Plymouth Raiders in 2014.

“Victor has excelled both in college and since turning professional,” said Newcastle’s veteran play-caller, Fab Flournoy MBE.

“He is an extremely efficient scorer around the basket and has the ability to step out as well as boasting the athleticism to fit into our system.

“This isn’t the first time that we have tried to bring Victor here and I am just delighted that it has finally worked out.”

Moses first came to Newcastle’s attention during a stellar debut season in the BBL when he averaged 22 points and 12 rebounds per game with Cheshire.

But he sat out last season following a successful campaign with Vitoria SC in Portugal and can’t wait to suit up again in an Eagles vest.

“After Portugal I had a few career opportunities that I wanted to take advantage of,” he said.

“The experience will help me tremendously in the future. And although I wasn’t signed to a team I made sure I stayed in shape working with my trainer Tory Robertson.

“I’m very excited to be back in the BBL and playing for the Eagles. I had a great time in Cheshire and we had some real battles with Newcastle so I know what they’re all about.

“I think it’s important that I know the league and understand how competitive each game is.

“I bring a hard-working and winning attitude to the Eagles. I do whatever it takes on the court to help the team win games.

“Fab and I have spoken and he’s expecting me to come in and be a hard-worker and help the team on both ends of the court.

“Newcastle have some of the best fans in the BBL. I’m excited to get there and play in front of them.”

Moses will fly in to Newcastle in time to take part in the Eagles’ pre-season games in Belgium and at Sheffield with the season opener on 21 September against his former side, Cheshire.

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