Making the Final Seconds Count: Leicester Riders’ Play of the Month

As we approach the end of the UK tax year, the pressure to make the most of the final moments becomes increasingly familiar. In basketball, games are often decided in the closing seconds, where preparation, quick thinking and precise execution make all the difference.

The last two months have delivered some fantastic highlights from our partners at Leicester Riders, including a last-second winner and a slick piece of skill

February Play of the Month – A Clutch Finish

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February’s Minerva Innovation Play of the Month delivered a truly dramatic moment, as Don Carey Jr. netted in the final second to secure the victory for the Riders. Plays like this capture everything that makes basketball exciting, the pressure of the closing seconds, the need for precision, and the confidence to deliver when it matters most.

Just like in basketball, timing can be everything in business. With the UK tax year ending on 5 April (and thus about 1 in 4 UK companies choosing to have a March year-end), many businesses are entering the final stretch to ensure they have captured all eligible innovation activity before the deadline. Whether reviewing qualifying projects or preparing R&D tax relief claims, making the most of the remaining time can help ensure valuable opportunities aren’t missed.

January Play of the Month – Skill on Display

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January also saw Don Carey Jr. take home the Minerva Innovation Play of the Month after a brilliant move that left his defender “on skates” before creating the scoring opportunity.

Two months, two standout moments, demonstrating the importance of skill, preparation and execution when the opportunity presents itself.

Don’t Leave It Until the Final Buzzer

At Minerva Innovation Group, we help innovative businesses make the most of opportunities before the clock runs out.

If your business is spending time trialling unique methods or developing new processes or products, Minerva Innovation Group is happy to ensure you’re making the most of the government support available to your company before the filing deadline.

To learn more about our R&D tax and grant services, please contact us. We offer free consultations and a generous referral fee for successful introductions.