فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Fez – November 1, 2025 – Maghreb Fès Basketball Club, one of the most prestigious clubs in the Moroccan league, announced its official signing of American player Henderson Harrison, the 28-year-old international forward, to strengthen the first team’s roster for the 2025-2026 sports season competitions. This signing comes within the framework of the club’s strategy to enhance competitive capabilities at the national and continental levels, as Harrison is considered a valuable addition thanks to his extensive international experience.
Background of the New Player
Henderson Harrison was born on March 18, 1997, in North Carolina, United States, and stands 211 cm tall, making him an offensive and defensive force in the forward/center position. He graduated from Central Michigan University in 2022, where he contributed to developing his personal skills, before pursuing professional experiences abroad. Harrison has previously played in various European and international leagues, including:
- Poland: With KKS Resovia Rzeszow club in the second division (1Liga), where he showed remarkable performance in offensive statistics.
- Cyprus: Participations in the local league, which contributed to enhancing his experience in European competitions.
- Mexico: Experiences in professional leagues, confirming his ability to adapt to diverse playing styles.
Harrison is represented by MSG agency and is known for his fierce style on the court, alongside his hard work off the court, making him a strategic choice for the Fès club, which seeks to restore its prominence in Moroccan basketball.
Importance of the Signing for the Club
Harrison’s signing comes in the context of a development plan recently announced by the club, which aims to strengthen the first team to achieve positive results in the Moroccan Basketball League (Division Excellence) and return to continental championship podiums. The club is currently managed by a new executive board headed by Idriss Lahrichi, with a focus on developing cooperation between the basketball and football branches within the parent club. This is the second signing of foreign players this season, following previous agreements to strengthen the offensive and defensive lines.
Club president Anwar Al-Alawi Al-Ismaili, in a previous statement to Maghreb Arab Press agency, expressed his commitment to “highlighting efforts that contribute to achieving positive results,” emphasizing that such signings will help “restore the prominence and glory of Fès basketball.”
Sports Context in Morocco
The Moroccan Basketball League is witnessing remarkable development, with more than 500 officially registered clubs and increasing participation in African championships such as the Basketball Africa League (BAL). Maghreb Fès Club is part of this rise, competing with strong clubs such as Fath Rabat (19 national titles) and Wydad Athletic (10 titles). Signing international players also contributes to raising the level of competition, especially with the Moroccan national team’s participation in the quarter-finals of the 2023 Africa Championship.
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