Jena, 12.05.2026. Following their successful league survival, Science City Jena is working on the squad for the upcoming season. The focus is on the contract extension with Head Coach Taylor, who is also considering options in Florida.
- Club: Science City Jena
- Personnel: Head Coach Taylor
- Status: Contract negotiations ongoing (Jena vs. Florida)
- Background: BBL survival secured on the penultimate matchday
Managing Director Eberlein comments on the situation
Science City Jena secured their place in the league after an exciting basketball season with a spectacular performance on the penultimate matchday. Now, the management’s attention is focused on future planning. The most important personnel matter is the head coaching position.
Managing Director Lars Eberlein is working intensively to keep Head Coach Taylor at the Jena location. However, negotiations are proving complex, as the coach is apparently also weighing sporting or family prospects in the US state of Florida. In a review of the intense season, Eberlein recently stated that he had „never experienced“ such an exciting season before. Now, the goal is to provide clarity on the coaching position promptly to move forward with planning for the coming season.
Background: Basketball in Jena
Science City Jena is the city’s sporting flagship in the field of basketball. Home games are played in the large arena in Jena-Burgau, which offers space for around 3,000 spectators. The club looks back on a turbulent history with several promotions and relegations between the BBL (1st division) and the ProA (2nd division). A reliable and continuous coaching position is considered a key component for long-term establishment in professional top-tier sports.
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Basketball: Jena or Florida – Science City fights for Head Coach Taylor
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