In a country where violent crime is on the rise, it’s only natural for a parent to want to keep their child out of trouble.
04.04.2023 - 16:25 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The Manchester Giants basketball franchise is seeking a new investor after being bought out of administration, it has been revealed.
The British Basketball League (BBL) has taken control of the club in a pre-packaged deal and has now launched a search for a new backer.
Jamie Edwards, who has been described as a driving force behind the franchise, said it is "still a bit raw" but "the most important thing" is that the club will continue.
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According to a document seen by the Manchester Evening News, Manchester Giants Limited formally entered administration on March 23 and was immediately sold in a pre-packaged deal.
The MEN understands that the BBL has now taken full control of the franchise until a new investor can be found.
According to sources close to the deal, all jobs have been secured.
It is also understood that the club owed around £500,000 to creditors including the BBL, Sport England and through a Covid Bounce Back Loan.
Paul Barber and Paul Stanley of Begbies Traynor in Manchester oversaw the administration process and sale.
Mr Stanley was the lead administrator of Wigan Athletic between 2020 and 2021 and is currently acting a receiver over Peterborough United's stadium.
Begbies, which is headquartered in Manchester, is also currently acting as administrators to rugby union club Worcester Warriors.
Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, Mr Edwards said: "Unfortunately the timing was not quite right. The intention was for a five to ten-year vision. This was the third year, with one of those being Covid with no fans and the second year being a move to Belle Vue.
"Coming out of a pandemic it was about building on the momentum but it was
In a country where violent crime is on the rise, it’s only natural for a parent to want to keep their child out of trouble.
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