STAFF
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RUSSELL LEVENSTON
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Russell Levenston is the Managing Director and co-owner of the Nottingham Hoods, bringing over 30 years of experience in British basketball, including 17 years with the Leicester Riders. He’s focused on driving the Hoods’ growth both on and off the court — building community connections, developing local talent, and strengthening the club’s commercial future.
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LEE ENGLISH
DIRECTOR
Lee English is the founder and director of the Nottingham Hoods basketball club, driving its vision to grow the sport in Nottingham and provide pathways for local talent. He has invested his energy into building the club from the ground up, blending community focus with competitive ambitions.
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VLADAN DRAGOSAVAC
BCB HEAD COACH - HEAD OF PLAYER PERFORMANCE
Vladan Dragosavac is the Head Coach and Head of Player Performance at the Nottingham Hoods, bringing over two decades of experience from Serbia’s professional basketball system and roles with Basketball England and Team GB. He led England’s silver-medal squad at the 2018 Commonwealth Games and now focuses on building a high-performance culture at the Hoods, developing players and driving the club’s competitive growth.
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SAM O'ROURKE
MEDIA LEAD
Sam O'Rourke is the Media Lead for the Nottingham Hoods, overseeing the team’s content production, digital engagement and media strategy. With a sharp eye for storytelling and a passion for basketball, Sam works to amplify the Hoods’ brand both on and off the court, connecting with fans across social platforms and community channels.
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MARIOS SARDALOS
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING LEAD
Marios Sardalos is the Strength and Conditioning Lead for the Nottingham Hoods, responsible for developing and implementing the team’s performance, fitness, and recovery programmes. With a background in sports science and athlete development, Marios ensures players are physically prepared to perform at their best throughout the season, focusing on strength, injury prevention, and long-term athletic progression.
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LINDA ENGLISH
FIXTURE AND OFFICIALS LEAD
Linda English is the Fixtures and Officials Lead for the Nottingham Hoods, overseeing the organisation and coordination of all game schedules, matchday logistics, and officiating requirements. A long-standing member of the club, Linda plays a key role in ensuring smooth operations behind the scenes, supporting both players and staff to deliver professional, well-run events throughout the season.
