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Lions' Karol named Coach of the month


London Lions' Mariusz Karol has been named Molten BBL Coach of the Month for November.

The Lions have had a flawless run, going 3-0 throughout the month.

Lions started off with an 86-70 victory against Glasgow Rocks at the Copper Box, following it up with a pair of road wins.

The first came at Plymouth Raiders with a 75-70 success and they then picked up a tight 67-63 triumph at Bristol Flyers.

Karol fought off stiff competition from Rob Paternostro of Leicester Riders who also went 3-0 during November.

There were less games in the month due to GB fixtures taking place.

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