City of Birmingham Rockets are thrilled to announce that Orlan Jackman has officially re-signed ahead of the 2026/27 season, with the veteran forward also being appointed as team captain. A Proven Championship Pedigree Jackman returns to lead the Rockets with one of the most decorated resumes in British basketball. His crowning international achievement came right…
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Lucas McGregor Returns For 2026/27 BCB Season!
City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that guard Lucas McGregor has committed to the club for the upcoming 2026/27 British Championship Basketball (BCB) season. Lucas returns for his third consecutive campaign in Birmingham, bringing vital experience, defensive toughness and scoring depth back to Head Coach Charles Smith’s backcourt as the Rockets look to…
VACANCY: Assistant Coach Internship (Voluntary Role)
City of Birmingham Rockets are excited to invite applications for a voluntary Assistant Coach Internship alongside Head Coach Charles Smith for our upcoming British Championship Basketball (BCB) 2026/27 campaign. This role offers an exceptional hands-on opportunity to gain invaluable experience inside a professional basketball setup, developing your tactical, analytical and coaching capabilities alongside experienced leadership.…
TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Back Birmingham’s pro team in 2026/27!
The new season is fast approaching – we are pleased to confirm our British Championship Basketball (BCB) league and trophy fixtures ahead of the 2026/27 season. Key Fixtures We begin our BCB Trophy title defence at home to Hemel Storm on 13th September at the NWC before away trips to MK Breakers and Oaklands Wolves…
Spencer Bain Signs Ahead of 2026/27 British Championship Basketball (BCB) Season!
Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the signing of American guard Spencer Bain ahead of the 2026/27 British Championship Basketball (BCB) season! Spencer joins after spending last season at Boroughmuir Blaze Basketball Club in Edinburgh, where he represented the club in last season’s BCB Trophy after a standout college career in the USA. A deadly…
Birmingham Rockets Announce West Midlands Railway as Official Rail Partner for 2026/27 Season
City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club is delighted to announce a new partnership with West Midlands Railway (WMR) for the 2026/27 season. This collaboration brings together two organisations committed to powering the West Midlands community. WMR joins as the club’s Official Rail Partner, connecting young people, students, and sports fans across the region while encouraging…
Eric Donaldson Re-Signs For Rockets Ahead of 2026/27 Season!
City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to confirm that Eric Donaldson has re-signed with the club ahead of the 2026/27 British Championship Basketball season. The 25-year-old guard returns for his second campaign in Birmingham after making a significant impact during his debut year with the Rockets, helping propel the team to the BCB Trophy –…
Ron Blain Returns For 2026/27 BCB Season!
City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that American forward Ronald Blain has officially re-signed with the club ahead of the upcoming 2026/27 British Championship Basketball (BCB) season! The 6’5″ forward returns to the Rockets camp following an extraordinary debut campaign in Birmingham. Having joined the club in the summer of 2025 after successful…
Women’s Head Coach Clive Allen Is Back For 2026/27!
City of Birmingham Rockets are thrilled to confirm that Birmingham basketball legend Clive Allen is returning to lead our Women’s First Team as Head Coach for the upcoming 2026/27 Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) season. Coach Allen joined Rockets in January 2024 and led our Women’s First Team to a third-place finish last season in…
Head Coach Charles Smith Returns For 2026/27!
City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the return of Men’s First Team Head Coach, Charles Smith, for the 2026/27 British Championship Basketball (BCB) season. Coach Smith and his team made history last season, bringing the BCB Trophy back to Birmingham to mark the city’s first major basketball honour since the Birmingham Bullets’ Playoff…
Introducing the Rockets Junior Leadership Academy!
Do you love basketball and want to make a difference in your community? The Birmingham Rockets Junior Leadership Academy is a weekly development pathway for ambitious young people aged 11–16 who want to grow beyond the game. Over 16 weeks, you’ll build confidence, develop leadership skills and gain hands-on coaching experience alongside our professional staff.…
Tryout For Our Women’s First Team Ahead of 2026/27!
We are pleased to confirm the details for our Women’s First Team tryouts ahead of the 2026/27 season. This year, players are invited to join us every Tuesday and Thursday for the duration of June with a reversible kit and organised games included as part of the package. What’s included? 9 training sessions in total…
Birmingham Rockets 2026/27 Tryout Dates
Join Birmingham’s leading basketball development programme! The City of Birmingham Rockets are now accepting registrations for the 2026/27 Junior National League trials, the only official pathway into the club’s performance programme. The only way to play for the City of Birmingham Rockets or be part of our competitive programme is through successful attendance and selection…
Early Bird Season Tickets: Secure your seat for the 2026/27 Season!
What an incredible journey it’s been so far. As we look ahead to the 2026/27 Season, we want you right there with us in the heart of the action. To thank you for your incredible loyalty and support, we are excited to launch our Early Bird Season Ticket offer. By securing your seat early, you’ll guarantee the…
Travel With Us To Newcastle For The BCB Semifinals This Saturday!
The mission is clear. After an incredible season, your Birmingham Rockets have fought their way to the BCB Playoff Semifinal! This Saturday, we head north to take on the Newcastle Knights in a winner-takes-all clash for a spot in the BCB Playoff Final. We are gauging interest in return travel from our home venue, Nechells…
Birmingham Rockets Announce Historic Partnership to Sponsor West Midlands Basketball League
In a landmark move for regional sport, Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club is proud to announce a first-of-its-kind sponsorship arrangement with the West Midlands Basketball League (WMBL). This significant partnership will see the city’s leading basketball organisation put its weight behind the local league, culminating in the sponsorship of the highly anticipated West Midlands League Basketball Finals Days, taking place…
POSTPONED: Birmingham Rockets vs Reading Rockets
We regret to inform supporters that tonight’s matchup between the Birmingham Rockets and Reading Rockets has been postponed. Due to an issue beyond our control, there is currently no running water at the venue. As this affects the health and safety of our players, staff, and fans, we are unable to proceed with the fixture…
A Happy Christmas Message from Our CEO, Robert Palmer
As the year comes to an end, I’d like to wish everyone connected with Birmingham Rockets a very Happy Christmas and a fantastic New Year. To our players, parents, coaches, volunteers, and supporters – thank you for being part of the Rockets family. Your passion, commitment, and support make this club what it is, and I’m incredibly…
Vacancy: Schools & Community Basketball Coach
City of Birmingham Rockets are excited to announce a new opportunity to join our growing club as a Schools & Community Basketball Coach. At Birmingham Rockets, we are committed to developing the game at every level – from grassroots participation to performance pathways. This role is a key part of that mission, helping us inspire young…
BCB Trophy Final: Ticket & Travel Expression of Interest
The details for the 2025 BCB Trophy Final have been confirmed, with your Birmingham Rockets travelling to Harvey Hadden (NG8 4PB) on Saturday 28th March 2025 at 4:15pm. We are awaiting ticketing details, but we are now accepting expression of interest applications for both final tickets and coach travel to and from the game. Please…
Vacancy: Girls Development Officer (12 Month FTC)
Thanks to a grant from the National Lottery Million Hours Fund, Birmingham Rockets are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and motivated Girls’ Development Officer to join our growing team on a full-time, 12-month contract. This role is central to our mission to expand and strengthen girls’ basketball across Birmingham and will…
Rockets Unveil New Club Minibus Thanks to Generous ‘Better Youth Spaces Fund’ Grant
We are thrilled to unveil our brand new club minibus — made possible through a generous grant from the Better Youth Spaces Fund. We are incredibly grateful for this support. The minibus will make a huge difference to our programmes, helping more young people access training, games, school sessions, and community activities across Birmingham. It…
Welcome To Birmingham, Adrian Mutothori!
Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the addition of Adrian Mutothori to our BCB roster for the remainder of the 2025/26 season. Adrian is available to face Reading Rockets tomorrow in the British Championship Basketball regular season. Adrian joins Coach Smith’s roster having most recently represented German side BCB Bremerhaven in the 2024/25 season. The…
Tom Grayling Joins Rockets For 2025/26 BCB Season!
Birmingham Rockets are pleased to confirm the addition of Tom Grayling to our BCB roster for the 2025/26 season! Tom joins the club having previously represented Warwickshire Hawks and Worcester Wolves. Standing at 6’7, Tom will add another strong interior presence with scoring and rebounding to match. He will wear the number 12 for Rockets…
Welcome To Rockets, Andre Bonnick!
Welcome to Birmingham, Andre Bonnick! City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to confirm the addition of Andre Bonnick to our BCB roster for the 2025/26 season. Andre proved himself to Coach Charles Smith over the summer and will be a crucial inside presence for the team this season. He will wear number 10 for Rockets…
Rockets Partner With Streetwear Brand 4 Real Clothing
Birmingham Rockets are delighted to welcome 4 Real Clothing to the Rockets family as our new warmup shirt sleeve sponsor! 4 Real Clothing is a brand founded in Birmingham. The name 4Real originates from a common phrase used by the creator in his everyday lingo. Their mission is to provide fashionable and comfortable clothing for…
Join the Team Behind the Team: Volunteer with the City of Birmingham Rockets
Do you have a passion for basketball, community, or simply making a difference? The City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club is calling on enthusiastic, committed individuals to join our growing team of volunteers and help support one of the most dynamic and inclusive basketball communities in the UK. Why Volunteer With Us? At the Rockets, we believe in more…
Rockets Partner With Sportswear Brand 3allStarr
Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce a new partnership with sportswear brand 3allStarr ahead of the 2025/26 season! 3allStarr provide quality basketball clothing including compression shirts, shorts, vests and more! Click here to visit their store today to explore their full range! 3allStarr will be the official compression wear providers of Birmingham Rockets for the…
Orlan Jackman Returns For 2025/26 BCB Season!
Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the return of Commonwealth Games gold medallist, Orlan Jackman, ahead of the 2025/26 BCB season. Orlan is entering his third season as a Rocket after joining the club in the summer of 2023. He brings a wealth of top-level experience to the group after enjoying a stellar career in…
Luke Okosieme Re-Signs For 2025/26 Season!
Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the return of Luke ‘Blockosieme’ ahead of the 2025/26 British Championship Basketball season. The 6’9″ pivot made headlines across the country last season, with his 69 blocks good enough for second overall in a Division One season ever, behind Patrick Bates for the Worthing Thunder in 2005/26 (78). The…
Lucas McGregor Is Back For 2025/26!
Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the return of Lucas McGregor ahead of the 2025/26 British Championship Basketball (BCB) season. You can see Lucas and the team in action for the first time this season this coming Sunday – click here to get your tickets today! The story so far… Lucas joined the club last…
Faaris Mughal Returns For 2025/26!
Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the return of Faaris Mughal to our men’s first team roster ahead of the 2025/26 British Championship Basketball (BCB) season. Faaris started his basketball journey with us at Rockets and has earned his place on the roster for the upcoming campaign after impressing Coach Smith last season. Faaris grew…