Valletta Lions have strengthened their roster with the acquisition of Armenian-Lebanese guard Serge Hamparsoumian, who joins the team on a trade from Tigers BT. The move comes as Valletta aim to secure their first-ever playoff berth in the BOV Division One, switching summer signing Andre Attard with Hamparsoumian to add more experience to their backcourt.
Hamparsoumian, who joined the Tigers at the start of the season, made an instant impact despite playing for the league’s struggling newcomers. His performances earned him what can be considered a promotion to the stronger Valletta side, who see his arrival as a significant boost to their ambitions. Hamparsoumian’s last game for the Tigers came on Thursday in a tough 120-66 defeat to Luxol Sherries Estates. He then made a 10-minute cameo for the Citizens on Sunday in another clash with Luxol – this time, a close 85-84 defeat.
At the same time, Attard’s move to the other side provides the young player more game time after having been a fringe player at the Capital club.
Meanwhile, the Tigers wasted no time securing a replacement, bringing in American guard Kendall Jordan ahead of Hamparsoumian’s departure. Jordan made his debut in Thursday’s game against Luxol, delivering a commendable individual performance with 16 points, eight rebounds, and three assists in 31 minutes on the court. Despite the heavy defeat, his presence was a bright spot for the team.
Before signing for the Tigers, Jordan played in the Bolivian Division One, following stints in Mexico and his home country. Standing at 6’1, the former Carlow University player brings experience and versatility to a Tigers team determined to build for the future. His arrival marks the club’s fourth winter signing, following Miguel Baldacchino, Darko Mitrovic and Albert Varcallo.
Varcallo joins after having played for Moldovan side BAM Basket and participated in The Basketball Tournament (TBT) over the summer with DuBois Dream.
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