Eagles’ Chapman takes off for Japan
It was announced on social media tonight that Newcastle Eagles’ Joe Chapman will take flight after four seasons and move to Japan.
The 2011-12 BBL MVP, who played a huge part of the Eagles’ “Clean Swoop” during the same season, drew an instant reaction this evening from Newcastle fans, who were sad to hear of the guard’s decision to leave Tyneside.
Eagles legend Joe Chapman moves to Japan, 7 trophies in 4 years! Never forget the longest DOWNTOWN shot from an… http://t.co/PnpB3YnJnc
— The Newcastle Eagles (@NewcastleEagle) July 17, 2013
Gona be tough to see@NewcastleEagle without @joechap32 been great for this club! Helped us pick up a lot of silverware! A wish the guy well
— Jamie Douglas (@dougytheeagle) July 17, 2013
@joechap32 Thanks for your all seasons at @NewcastleEagle. Gonna be missed. Hope u go on to enjoy more success in the future. #geordiejoe
— Neil H (@Proud_Geordie_) July 17, 2013
Chapman’s stats last season read as 15.7 ppg, 4.3 rpg, and 5.3 apg, which will no doubt leave Fab Flournoy under some pressure to find a suitable replacement as Newcastle Eagles seek to return silverware to their trophy cabinet.
All that remains to be said from UKAmericanSportsFans.com is, so long Geordie Joe, downtown will never be the same without you!
