This is an exciting first signing (season 2014-15) for the team apart from Graham Hunter (Player/Head Coach) and Ross Rankin (Player/Assistant Coach).

 

Graham Hunter commented: “this is an excellent signing for us, he’s a hard nosed player who gives his all, he’s big on defence and a great distributer of the ball, really looking forward to having him on board and also to see who else we manage to pick up during the off season”.

 

We recently got a chance to interview Chris; this is what he had to say:

 

1. How are you feeling about the signing for the new season?

Excited.Hungry.Focused. It’s a fantastic oppurtuinty to come and play for the Colliers and I’m very grateful to Graham and the rest of the coaching staff for giving me the chance to prove myself which is exactly what  I intend to do. I watched and played against these guys last season and I think they’ve got great potential and more importantly great chemistry. The fact these guys finished second in their first outing in the first division and where unlucky to come away with a cup final victory as well is testament to how well they all played. In a nutshell I think it’s best to say I’ve got the fire back and it’s been a long time since I’ve had that. I’ve known Graham and Ross Rankin a long time and it’s cool that it’s kind of come full circle and we have the chance to suit up and play alongside each other again.

 

2. What can the Collier’s expect from you?

100% every time. I leave it all on the court, that’s always been my way. It’s no secret I play hard and that defence and intensity is a big part of my game. I just love to create for others which is why I love the PG position so much. I’ve got some personal goals I want to work on too with regards to my game but I’ll keep them quiet for now and hope they show themselves throughout pre-season and into the new season. For me the most important thing is the team and I want to do everything I possibly can to integrate with my new teammates and make us better and perform as a team. For me there’s no better feeling than knowing the other four guys you’re on the court with and the rest of the squad will give everything they have for each other to get that W.

 

3. Where have you played previously?

For the last two seasons I played for Oatlands basketball club in the same division as the Colliers. I really enjoyed my time there and played in some great games alongside some good players. Now I’m ready for a new challenge and the Colliers fits that description perfectly.

 

4. What do you for a living?

I’m the Co-Owner and Co-Founder of The Varsity Gym, a private strength and conditioning facility based in the east-end of Glasgow. I’ve been running the company now going on 7 years and whilst it’s demanding, as any self-employed person will tell you, it’s what I love to do.