Caen Basket Calvados Parts Ways with Coach Eberlin; Jean-Baptiste Lecrosnier Takes Over
– Caen Basket Calvados (CBC) has decided to replace head coach Stéphane Eberlin after a disappointing first half of the season. The team, currently in 18th place with five wins and 12 defeats, has announced that Jean-Baptiste Lecrosnier will take over as the new head coach.
Why the Change?
Stéphane Eberlin, who led the team to Pro B in 2024, has been let go due to the team’s poor performance this season. Despite having one of the largest budgets in Elite 2, Caen has struggled to find their form and currently finds themselves just above the relegation zone.
Introducing Jean-Baptiste Lecrosnier
Jean-Baptiste Lecrosnier, 48, brings a wealth of experience to the club. He previously served as the head coach of Nantes and was the assistant to Frédéric Fauthoux at Bourg-en-Bresse since 2022. He stepped into his new role at Caen as of .
@caenbasket tweeted:
🚨 News Alert 🚨 We’re excited to announce that Jean-Baptiste Lecrosnier is our new head coach! Welcome, coach! #CBC #BasketballNews
— Caen Basket Calvados (@caenbasket) January 4, 2026
What Happens Next?
Caen will face Challans at the Palais des Sports on . With the new coach at the helm, the team will be looking to turn their fortunes around and climb up the rankings.
FAQs
- Who was the previous coach of Caen Basket Calvados?
- Stéphane Eberlin
- Who is the new coach of Caen Basket Calvados?
- Jean-Baptiste Lecrosnier
- When did the coaching change happen?
Pro Tip
Did you know? Caen Basket Calvados has one of the largest budgets in Elite 2. With the new coach, they’ll be looking to maximize their resources and climb up the rankings.
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