Levett Leopards have announced their first pre-season game as they prepare for the 2016/17 campaign.

The Big Cats will host Team USA Select at the Brentwood Centre on Sunday September 4, tip-off 4pm.

There will also be a pre-game camp for youngsters to train with a Leopards’ players between 2.30-3.30pm, with the coaching and game ticket costing just £6. Call 07828 470015 to book your place.

Team USA Select is a side made of players who have finished their college careers in the States and are looking for pro jobs in Europe. Several have gone on to successful careers in England including former Leopards’ big man Greg Hernandez who help the Big Cats win the National Trophy in 2013.

The Big Cats have been regular opponents for the Big Cats over the years, playing them at Brentwood, Capital City Academy and Crystal Palace as well as training games in east London.

Sean Killmartin’s side also visited the Brentwood Centre last season, and with Will Ashby scoring 22 and Ladi Brown 20, Steve Ogunjimi made a winning start to his career as Leopards’ coach with a 76-67 victory.

The sides also met in a closed-door scrimmage game just before the start of the season with Leopards winning a thriller 84-83.

By Dave Ryan