Olu Babalola
| Leeds Force | |
|---|---|
| League | British Basketball League |
| Personal information | |
| Born | London, England |
| Career information | |
| Playing career | 2005–present |
| Career history | |
| 2006–2008 | Newcastle Eagles |
| 2017–present | Leeds Force |
Olu Babalola (born 10 September 1981) is a British professional basketball player who plays for the Leeds Force in the British Basketball League.[1]
Born in London, England, Babalola played for St. Augustine Preparatory School in Richland, New Jersey,[2] where he won a state championship in his sophomore season. He went on to team with Pops Mensah Bonsu during his senior season in high school.
The 6 ft 6 in power forward attended Clemson University[2] before signing for Italian basketball team Roseto Basket in 2005 and soon after moving to Jämtland Basket in the Swedish Obol Basketball League.[3] Early in 2006 Babalola returned to his homeland to sign for British Basketball League team Newcastle Eagles,[3] making his debut against the Guildford Heat on 3 February 2006. Three months later Babalola won the "clean sweep" of trophies with the Eagles. He also represented the British University national team in 2005.
References
- ^ "Manchester Giants and Olu Babalola part company by mutual consent". 17 November 2015. Retrieved 17 November 2015.
- ^ a b "Olu Babalola". Clenson Tigers. Retrieved 24 May 2011.
- ^ a b "Newcastle sign forward Babalola". BBC Sport. 3 February 2006. Retrieved 24 May 2011.