CWN’s live link to the Skydome will be returning tonight as England take on Latvia in crunch showdown in the race to qualify for the European championship.

England Basketball have hailed the link, which showed live pictures of the action a huge success. Along with live commentary the sport’s website had a large increase in the number of hits.

The next game is taking place tonight at Coventry’s Skydome with tip-off at 7.30pm, and people going to watch the match at the arena are being urged to make as much noise as possible to inspire England to victory.

England beat the Slovak Republic 74 - 62 at the Skydome on Saturday evening and face the Latvians who sit in second place in the group, just one place above England but on the same points.

Chief Executive of England Basketball, Simon Kirkland, said:

"The England game was successful both on and off the court. Thanks to CWN we were able to provide coverage of the game for those unable to attend.

“The England Basketball website, powered by Britsport.com is developing at a tremendous rate and the live link was yet another step in the right direction."

"We need people to get behind the team and show their support. This is a crucial game for the Senior Men. Making it to Turkey would be a great achievement for the team and their coach."