Founded 1946 Head coach Giorgos Ataktidis Home Away | Location Thessaloniki, Greece Website arisac.gr | |
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Arena Alexandreio Melathron Nick Galis Hall Leagues Greek Women's Basketball League, Greek Women's Basketball Cup | ||
Aris Thessaloniki Women's Basketball is the women's basketball department of Aris Thessaloniki, the Greek multi-sport club based in Thessaloniki. The club plays in A2 Ethniki (2nd tier) but recently it has played in A1 Ethniki. In 2015-2016 season is on the first place of the second category.
History
The women's team of Aris was founded in 1946 thanks to initiatives of Phaedon Matthaiou. Some years later, the club ceased their activities but returned in 1980s decade. The season 2009-10 played in A1 Ethniki for first time and the next season played in EuroCup Women but disqualified by Dynamo Novosibirsk. In season 2013-14, Aris finished in 7th place but withdrew from the championship due to financial problems and relegated to A2 Ethniki.
References
Aris Thessaloniki Women's Basketball Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA