British Basketball League bosses are considering a makeover – with a possible weekend-long tournament in line to replace the current BBL Trophy.
The idea, modelled on the Spainâ€
s popular Copa Del Rey, would see eight teams qualify to play off for the silverware at a single venue in mid-season, replacing the current knockout format involving 16 sides.
And with the sportâ€
s new Federation set to bring in a new licensing system for the top flight from 2017, a number of options are on the table to boost the BBLâ€
s appeal.
“I like the idea of it, to do something different,†Glasgow Rocks coach Sterling Davis said.
“Thereâ€
s not much difference between the Cup and the Trophy. Itâ€
s like, if you donâ€
t get it done in the Cup, then youâ€
ve got another chance in the Trophy.
“It would be weird to have it all in one weekend. But itâ€
s worth a look at to mix it up a little bit. The only distinction right now is the Trophy gives more teams a chance to come in but anything that would help the league is good, especially something that. And if you had a good weekend, you never know what could happen.â€
MVP also understands that talks to agree a television deal with Sky Sports, that would include live games, are at an advanced stage.
Pic: Mansoor Ahmed
The post TROPHY SHAKE-UP ON THE TABLE appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.