British Basketball mourns the passing of Coach David Lavinier (1970-2025)

The British basketball community is mourning the loss of one of its most respected and beloved figures, David Lavinier, who has sadly passed away.
A pillar of London basketball for decades, Lavinier’s influence spanned every level of the game – from grassroots development to the professional ranks – leaving an indelible mark on countless players, coaches, and colleagues.
A former England junior international and product of the famed East London Royals programme, Lavinier repres