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Salim London ready for pivotal season with UAB Blazers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 3:15 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Salim London ready for pivotal season with UAB Blazers

Summary

Salim London, the only returning player from last year's UAB Blazers, aims to make an impact in the upcoming season. The Hoover alum averaged nearly 5 points and 2 rebounds during his freshman year. Factors influencing his return include proximity to home and the opportunity to play under Coach Kennedy. UAB will begin its regular season on November 2 against McNeese State.

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•Salim London is the only returner from the previous UAB squad.
•He averaged nearly 5 points and 2 rebounds in his freshman season.
•London's return was influenced by proximity to home and Coach Kennedy.
•UAB opens the regular season on November 2 versus McNeese State.

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3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Hoover alum Salim London ready to take next step at UAB

What they're saying

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Hoover alum Salim London is the only returner from last year’s UAB squad pending KyeRon Lindsay-Martin’s eligibility case. The former Buc averaged nearly 5 points and 2 rebounds in his freshman season with the Blazers. He cited proximity to home and Coach Kennedy as big reasons for his return. Kennedy pointed […]
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