Ben Mockford is confident Marc Steutel can build a top three team on Tyneside after the shooting guard signed for Newcastle Eagles. The experienced international admitted the chance to hook up again with Great Britain’s assistant coach played a big part in his close-season switch to the Vertu Motors Arena. And Mockford — who knows Steutel’s style, ethos and quality inside out — … [Read more...]
Rachael ready to go again – Women’s British…
Rachael ready to go again – Women's British... A revved up Rachael Bland is relishing a full season under the new regime of Newcastle Eagles playcaller Noelia Cacheiro and one of the most familiar faces on the North East’s hoops scene insists the women’s game is on the cusp of success — on and off the court. Bland has committed to a ninth … [Read more...]
Get ready for Junior Championships 2022!
The teams competing in the highly anticipated return of the Junior Championships have been confirmed, with a strong field of teams in both the U14s and U18s competition. This will be the first time the competition has been held since the last Junior Championships in 2019, and junior athletes across the country are ready to give it their all! The competition takes place 6th … [Read more...]
Jaycee Hillsman says Rocks are ready for the…
By Jamie Thomas It is the Glen Luss Glasgow Rocks’ final chance at securing some silverware this season, after coming very close on two other occasions, and one of their American stars Jaycee Hillsman is excited for the opportunity the Rocks have to show what they can do in the upcoming BBL Play-offs. Going against the second-seeded B. Braun Sheffield Sharks in the … [Read more...]
Vinson ready to rock for Eagles
Ex-Glasgow Rocks forward Terrell Vinson returns to the BBL to add power and dynamism to Newcastle Eagles’ front court. “I’m definitely excited to play this year with the Newcastle Eagles,” said Vinson. “I respect what I hear about the organisation and I’m excited to get out there and battle with some of the guys that I played against and respect their games as well.” The 6’7” … [Read more...]