DOUBLE CENTURY FOR LONG-SERVING BRAME

08/02/10

Worthing Thunder Club Co-Captain James Brame celebrated his 200th game for the Worthing Thunder on Saturday night against the Worcester Wolves as his side secured an 86-84 victory over their play-off rivals.

Brame is now in his ninth season for the team and has been the Captain for the past five seasons, overseeing the most successful period in the Club's history, including the two English Basketball League titles in 2005/6 and 2006/7. He is the first player in the Club's history to play a double century of games.

Before the game on Saturday, James was presented with a trophy marking his achievement from Worcester Wolves Assistant Coach Chris Mayes, who fulfilled a similar role for the Thunder during the Title-winning seasons.

Club Director/Assistant Coach Alan Sweetman-Hicks commented: "In the current climate where players are always chasing a bigger wage and even leave clubs before they have even played for them, it is great that there are still players like James around who remain loyal to their home town over a long period of time.

“Nine seasons for one team is an impressive achievement, particularly when you consider the only other club he has played for is the (Worthing/Brighton) Bears, for whom he made his debut at 16 and played four seasons. He has played pretty much every position on the court during that time and is a great role model for our supporters both with his tireless effort on the court and the work he has done in the local community over the years. I'm sure there are many more years left in him!"

Stats - in 200 league games for the Thunder, James has scored 815 points and taken 385 rebounds. He has also made over 75% of his free throws in that time.

 

 

Photo - Andre Nichols