Niners squad undergoes transformation: Pursuit of further triumph declared!
The recent home games for Chemnitz's Niners at the Exhibition Centre saw a whopping 4600 spectators - shattering the club's previous attendance record!
By Olaf Morgenstern
Chemnitz - 4600 and counting at the Niners' home games in Chemnitz - a club record!
The Inside Scoop
- Niners team undergoing a major overhaul
- A record-breaking attendance of 4600 spectators in Chemnitz
- Over 230 partners, supporters, sponsors, and patrons prop up the team for their sixth BBL season
- Major changes expected in the squad composition
- Contracts keep German players tied until 2026
A Summary in Brief
Saxony's top basketball talent can bank on approximately 230 backers, supporters, sponsors, and well-wishers to cheer them on in their sixth BBL season. This is a significant milestone for the town of Chemnitz.
Niners' managing director Steffen Herhold is well aware that the demand for success doesn't diminish, not just from the outside but also within the team. "We are faced with escalating expectations," Herhold remarks, elucidating the pressure from all sides.
Herhold underlines their goal: "Reproducing successes – that's the big challenge ahead. It requires immense effort and focus. Our aim is to improve. That ambition has been our trademark."
Season Finale Invitation: Heartbreak behind, Niners Chemnitz welcomes fans!Coach Rodrigo Pastore's team is due for a major restructuring, similar to the changes experienced in past years. Most notable is the shift in positions occupied by foreign players. Veteran DeAndre Lansdowne (36) is the only continuity.
Leading scorer Victor Bailey (26) still holds his contract, but his future with the club remains uncertain. Fans say goodbye to Damien Jefferson (27), Jacob Gilyard (26), Olivier Nkamhoua (25), and Jeff Garrett (30).
The German contingent, including captain Jonas Richter (27), Roman Bedime (23), and Nicholas Tischler (24), are bound contractually until 2026. Kostja Mushidi (26) from relegated BG Göttingen is set to join the team. The fate of center Kevin Yebo (29) and whether he will extend his contract with Niners Chemnitz remains unclear.
Title Snapshot: IMAGO - Alexander Trienitz
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_{Note: Information on the 2022-2023 roster changes is not readily available in public sources, and it would be necessary to consult club press releases or archived team pages from that period for precise details on newcomers and departures.}
The Niners in Chemnitz, known for their basketball prowess, are aiming to improve their performance in the sixth BBL season, as they strive for success in the face of escalating expectations. Amidst the roster changes, the German contingent, including captain Jonas Richter, Roman Bedime, and Nicholas Tischler, will be staying with the team until 2026.
With the changing dynamics of the team, basketball enthusiasts can look forward to the season finale, as the Niners extend a warm invitation to fans to join them in their journey.
