Basketball fans are set for an exciting new chapter as the BCB Trophy officially tips off for the 2025/26 season.
This brand-new competition will bring together 14 top BCB teams in a group-stage and knockout battle for silverware, with the added thrill of two invited teams from Scotland – the Edinburgh Blaze and the Falkirk Fury – making it a truly cross-border showcase of British basketball talent.
The action begins with a special opening game as the Reading Rockets face the Worthing Thunder on Sunday 14th September at 4pm.
All remaining group games will then take place by 28th September.
The top two teams from each group of four will progress to the Quarter Finals, with the group winners earning home court advantage. The Quarter Finals will be completed by 5th October, setting up the path to the semi-finals and eventual crowning of the inaugural BCB Trophy champions in 2026.
BCB Chair, Russell Bell, welcomed the new teams to the BCB competition, saying: “We’re also proud to welcome our Scottish friends, Edinburgh Blaze and Falkirk Fury, who will bring fantastic energy and talent to the competition. The BCB Trophy creates more opportunities for players to compete at a high standard, while giving fans an exciting, fast-paced tournament to enjoy.”
Birmingham Rockets Chief Executive, Robert Palmer, said: “We are extremely excited to tip-off the new season in the new look BCB Trophy competition.
“Our coaching staff and players are ready to hit the season running and can’t wait to get back playing in front of our home support!
“We are pleased to advise that all home BCB Tophy games are included with our 2025/26 season tickets this year!”
Rockets have been drawn in Group 2 of this season’s competition with Milton Keynes Breakers, Hemel Storm and Bristol Hurricanes.
You can see a full breakdown of the group’s fixtures below:
John Bunyan, Head Coach of the Signs Express Falkirk Fury, commented, “Fury, as the reigning Scottish Champions, are delighted to have been invited to take part in this new British basketball competition.
“Having played 5 times in the BBL Trophy, we know the standard of basketball in the BCB will be just as strong, but with a number of former pro and International players in our side, we look to be competitive in the competition.”
Alan Keane Head Coach of Edinburgh Blaze commented, “We at Blaze are really excited to get back to British Basketball competition.
“This takes us back to our rich heritage when Bill McInnes and co (once GB’s most capped player) was representing the club on British soil and beyond. We are excited for our fans, our members, our club and Edinburgh as a city to be apart of the BCB Competition.”
The BCB Trophy aims to provide clubs, players, and fans with another high-level competitive platform while strengthening links between basketball communities across the UK.
Fans can follow all updates on the BCB Trophy at www.britishchampionshipbasketball.uk