Starlites guard Matthew Scerri has re-signed with the Malta champions, the Naxxar-based club announced.
In a statement, made on Scerri’s 22nd birthday, Starlites lauded his leadership and dedication.
“We’re thrilled to announce that one of our very own Maltese National team player Matthew Scerri has agreed to extend his playing career at the club,” the statement read.
“The four-time MVP (U14, U16 and 2x U23) joined the club at the young age of five years old and to this day, he has won several championships both at youth level and at senior level.
“Scerri’s leadership and dedication will surely play a vital role in VisitMalta Starlites Naxxar’s aspirations going into this season, both on a local level and internationally.”
Scerri missed most of last season through injury, but his return was well received and he repaid the faith with 5.4 points per game in 15 games (seven as a starter) played across all competitions.
The Starlites guard averaged 2.1 rebounds, and 1.1 assists a game and his energy was well-noticed by Malta National Team coach Duncan Fenech who called him up to the team for this year’s FIBA Small Countries Championships.
“It’s going to be an amazing season full of new opportunities and challenges,” Scerri told the team’s socials.
“I’m honoured to be experiencing these with my boyhood club, playing alongside guys which I’ve been playing with since a very young age.
“My main goal this season is to be there for the team in every way necessary in search for European qualification and retaining every local championship once again!”
