Major setback for Chorale de Roanne: Jahvon Blair injured his shoulder in first official game

In their first official game of the season, Chorale de Roanne lost to Aix-Maurienne (83-79) this Sunday. But beyond the defeat, it’s the early exit of Jahvon Blair (1.93m, 27 years old) that’s concerning. The Canadian guard, who arrived this summer from Poitiers, collapsed in the 16th minute with a right shoulder injury and left his teammates screaming in pain.

A brutal setback for Jahvon Blair

Taken for treatment at halftime, Jahvon Blair could be sidelined for several weeks according to initial estimates. This absence comes at the worst time for Roanne, who were counting on him as an essential piece of their project. « My first thoughts go to Jahvon, it’s a huge blow given his role in building the team, » regretted his coach Thomas Andrieux in Le Progrès.

A difficult evening for Chorale

Beyond this injury, Roanne struggled to find their rhythm against a tenacious Aix-Maurienne team. Trailing from the 9th to the 37th minute, they could never fully turn the tide despite some bright moments in the second period. The defeat (83-79) remains minor compared to the concern over Blair’s injury.

What next?

Upcoming medical examinations should determine the exact duration of his unavailability. Meanwhile, Chorale will need to quickly find solutions to start their regular ELITE 2 season.