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# City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club

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## News

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- [Birmingham Rockets Announce West Midlands Railway as Official Rail Partner for 2026/27 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/city-of-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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/womens-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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tryout-for-our-womens-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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/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
- [Zack Powell Re-Signs For 2025/26 BCB Season!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/zack-powell-re-signs-for-2025-26-bcb-season/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the return of Zack Powell to our men’s first team roster ahead of the 2025/26 BCB season! The high-flying guard was one of the standout performers for Coach Smith’s side last season, playing every game and recording 16.5 points per game (ppg), 5.7 rebounds per game (rpg)
- [Eric Donaldson Signs For Rockets Ahead of 2025/26 BCB Season!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/eric-donaldson-signs-for-rockets-ahead-of-2025-26-bcb-season/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to welcome Eric Donaldson to the club as he joins up with our British Championship Basketball (BCB) roster ahead of the 2025/26 season. The 24-year-old has previously played professionally at Pinheiros in Brazil, Matelica in Italy and Derby Trailblazers in the former NBL Division One. Eric reached the NBL Division One
- [Newstead Clark Renew Club Sponsorship For Fourth Year](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/newstead-clark-renew-club-sponsorship-for-fourth-year/) - Rockets are delighted to announce that financial service experts Newstead Clark have renewed their agreement with Rockets to sponsor the club for a fourth successive year. Newstead Clark are your trusted partner for all your Personal and Corporate finance needs. Their mission is to provide you with the most suitable advice, service, and information to
- [Captain Martyn Gayle Is Back For Our Inaugural BCB Campaign!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/captain-martyn-gayle-is-back-for-our-inaugural-bcb-campaign/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to confirm the return of men's first team captain, Martyn Gayle, ahead of the 2025/26 British Championship Basketball (BCB) season. Martyn enters his fourth season back at Rockets on the back of a record breaking 2024/25 campaign, where he became the first player in league history to score 500
- [The Team Behind The Team: Get To Know Pantelis Tsantanis](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/the-team-behind-the-team-get-to-know-pantelis-tsantanis/) - Meet our Chief Medical Officer, Pantelis Tsantanis, and learn more about his background, involvement with Rockets and how he can help with any upper limb concerns you may have! Pantelis and the team at Optimised Care are holding a FREE 1:1 Upper Limb Orthopaedic Event on 28th August from 4pm-6pm at The Bromsgrove Hospital. Call
- [British Championship Basketball (BCB) Trophy Launches Ahead of 2025/26 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/british-championship-basketball-bcb-trophy-launches-ahead-of-2025-26-season/) - 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
- [2025/26 British Championship Basketball Fixtures & Ticket Details](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2025-26-british-championship-basketball-fixtures/) - Get ready, Rockets fans — the countdown to tip-off begins now! Birmingham Rockets are thrilled to unveil the official fixture list for the inaugural 2025/26 British Basketball Championship season, and it's shaping up to be one of the most exciting campaigns in club history. Following a breakthrough season in 2024/25 that saw the Rockets push into
- [Murria Solicitors Renew Rockets Partnership For Fifth Year](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/murria-solicitors-renew-rockets-partnership-for-fifth-year/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that longtime club sponsor Murria Solicitors have renewed with the club for a fifth consecutive season. Murria originally joined the Rockets family ahead of the 2021/22 season, supporting the club through game day advertisement as well as supporting our young people through our community programme. Murria Solicitors are
- [Nektarios Papadopoulos Departs To Pursue Professional Opportunity In Greece](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/nektarios-papadopoulos-departs-to-pursue-professional-opportunity-in-greece/) - City of Birmingham Rockets would like to wish Nektarios Papadopoulos the very best of luck as he embarks on an exciting new chapter in Greece. Nektarios will be joining second division side Niki Volou BC. Since joining the Rockets community sessions at the age of 12, Nektarios worked his way through the club’s youth ranks,
- [Ronald Blain Joins Rockets Ahead of 2025/26 BCB season!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ronald-blain-joins-rockets-ahead-of-2025-26-bcb-season/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to welcome Ronald Blain to the club ahead of the 2025/26 British Championship Basketball season! The 6'5" forward is no stranger to this level of play, having previously turned out for Newcastle Knights, Bradford Dragons & Worthing Thunder since arriving to the UK from Hawaii Pacific back in 2020.
- [Rockets CEO Robert Palmer & Chair Kirk Dawes On BCB Announcement](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-ceo-robert-palmer-chair-kirk-dawes-on-bcb-announcement/) - Birmingham Rockets' men's first team will be competing in British Championship Basketball (BCB) as one of the founding member clubs in 2025/26. The league, comprised of thirteen former NBL Division One clubs and the promoted Bristol Academy Flyers, has been created to transform the landscape of basketball in the United Kingdom. “This is a pivotal
- [British Championship Basketball (BCB) Launches with Historic Partnership to Elevate Domestic Game](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/british-championship-basketball-bcb-launches-with-historic-partnership-to-elevate-domestic-game/) - British Championship Basketball (BCB), a new professional league formed by the clubs of the former NBL Division One, is proud to officially announce its launch of a groundbreaking partnership with the British Basketball Federation (BBF) and the Home Country Associations (HCAs) – Basketball England, Basketball Scotland, and Basketball Wales. BCB has been established to meet the growing demand for
- [Aero-Phil Renew Rockets Sponsorship Ahead of 2025/26!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/aero-phil-renew-rockets-sponsorship-ahead-of-2025-26/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that Aero‑Phil will continue its sponsorship for the upcoming season, strengthening its commitment to youth development and community engagement. Aero‑Phil, a specialist aerospace sales and business-development consultancy, first joined the Rockets family last year. Their ongoing sponsorship demonstrates a shared dedication to empowering young people across Birmingham. Click here
- [Rockets Partner With BasketIQ](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-partner-with-basketiq/) - Rockets are proud to be partnered with BasketIQ, a coach management and planning tool, ahead of the 2025/26 season. BasketIQ originate from Spain, with Rockets the first club in UK to utilise the platform. Click here to learn more about BasketIQ! BasketIQ CEO, Haris Kapidzic, said: "Proud to continue our partnership with Birmingham Rockets. Our
- [Free Basketball Sessions At Redeveloped Courts Across Birmingham This Summer!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/free-basketball-sessions-at-redeveloped-courts-across-birmingham-this-summer/) - We're teaming up with Basketball England, Sport England, and Birmingham City Council to bring fun, high-energy basketball to your local court this summer as part of the Commonwealth Games Legacy Project! Players are encouraged to join us at the following newly redeveloped courts across the city... 📍 Where to Find Us: ✅ Nechells Wellbeing Centre
- [BMet Open Day & Upcoming Academy Player Sessions In July](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bmet-open-day-upcoming-academy-player-sessions-in-july/) - Our academy coaching team will be on hand at this Saturday's BMet Open Day from 10am-1pm to answer any questions you may have ahead of September 2025 enrolment! For more information about this Saturday's open day, please click here. We are also holding Rockets Academy Player Watch sessions for any players who have missed our
- [Assistant Coach Internship (Women’s First Team)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/assistant-coach-internship-womens-first-team/) - Birmingham Rockets are pleased to offer a voluntary assistant coaching internship opportunity for a committed, aspiring coach to join our women’s first team coaching staff ahead of the 2025/26 season. The successful candidate will work closely with head coach, Clive Allen, to support our women’s first team and gain valuable experience with our Women’s National
- [BMet Rockets Academy Graduate Reuben Ubogu Commits To Webber University In USA](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bmet-rockets-academy-graduate-reuben-ubogu-commits-to-webber-university-in-usa/) - City of Birmingham Rockets would like to congratulate BMet Rockets Academy graduate Reuben Ubogu on his commitment to Webber International University (FL, USA) ahead of the 2025/26 season. Reuben played a key role for our Elite Academy Basketball League (EABL) team in the past two seasons, averaging 14.6 points per game, 5.3 rebounds per game
- [Birmingham Rockets Women's Try Outs 2025](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/birmingham-rockets-womens-try-outs-2025/) - We are pleased to confirm the details of our upcoming try outs for our women's first team ahead of the 2025/26 season. Rockets women will be competing in Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) Division Two in the upcoming season. The team are hosting open try outs at The Lighthouse YPC (B19 2LN) from 7pm-9pm on
- [Five Rockets Juniors Called Up To England Selection Camp](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/five-rockets-juniors-called-up-to-england-selection-camp/) - Congratulations to the five Rockets juniors on their call ups to the upcoming England Talent Pathway Selection Camp in Manchester later this month. Players will attend the three-day event between 26 and 28 May at the National Basketball Performance Centre with coaches looking to select 12-player squads for this summer’s activity. Junior England squads will
- [Junior Trial Information 2025](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-trial-information-2025/) - We are pleased to confirm our upcoming Junior Trial dates for players looking to compete on the club's Junior Performance Programme in 2025/26. Do you have what it takes to play for Birmingham’s biggest basketball club? Come along to our 2025 Junior Trials! Birmingham Rockets are looking for talented, committed and focused players wishing to
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Awards Evening 2025 - Tickets & Details](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/city-of-birmingham-rockets-awards-evening-2025-tickets-details/) - Our annual awards ceremony returns on Monday 28th April 2025 as we celebrate our players, teams and coaches for their efforts and achievements in the 2024/25 season. This year's awards celebration will be at Nechells Wellbeing Centre (B7 4AR) and will run from 7pm-9pm. To enable numbers to be managed effectively, all players & guests
- [Have Your Say! Vote For Your Player of the Season!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/have-your-say-vote-for-your-player-of-the-season/) - Vote for your player of the season across both our men's and women's teams! Click the link below and have your say - the winner will be announced at our end of season awards evening. Click here to cast your vote today!
- [Seven Rockets Juniors Sign Letter of Intent To Join BMet Rockets Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/seven-rockets-juniors-sign-letter-of-intent-to-join-bmet-rockets-academy/) - Congratulations to the seven Rockets juniors on signing their Letters of Intent ahead of joining our BMet Rockets Academy this September! Billy Rose, Daniel Pittaway, Ryan Luther, Jonathan Agbeze, Gurdiat Singh, Jesse Ogbeide & Ibrahim Samba Ceesay all signalled their intent to join us at the only elite basketball academy in the West Midlands. Rockets
- [Weekend Preview: 5th April](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-5th-april/) - Our men’s first team play their final game of the 2024/25 National Basketball League Division One regular season tomorrow, with Derby Trailblazers the visitors to Nechells in a 7:30pm tip. Three Rockets teams have already qualified for their respective postseason playoffs, with two games taking place tomorrow as playoff season gets underway. Men’s First Team
- [BMet Rockets Academy WEABL & Men’s Trial Dates](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bmet-rockets-academy-weabl-mens-trial-dates/) - We are pleased to be able to confirm the dates for our upcoming trials for our BMet Rockets Academy ahead of September 2025 enrolment. All players MUST register in advance using the link below: Click here to register today! WEABL Trial Dates Saturday 12th April 10am - 12pm Lighthouse Young People’s Centre, 100 Alma Way,
- [BMet Rockets To Enter WEABL In 2025/26](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bmet-rockets-to-enter-weabl-in-2025-26/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that our elite academy at BMet College has been accepted into the WEABL for the 2025/26 season. The WEABL (Women’s Elite Basketball League) is a competition that showcases talent from the best Under-19 Women’s basketball programmes around the UK, consisting of north and south conferences. It is the highest
- [Rockets Juniors Recognised at EABL End of Season Awards](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-juniors-recognised-at-eabl-end-of-season-awards/) - Congratulations to BMet Rockets academy duo Nektarios Papadopoulos and Larry Duru on their EABL End of Season awards! Nektarios claimed the North Defensive Player of the Year award as well as a North All Conference First Team selection. He was also the second top scorer in the league. Larry Duru was recognised with a North
- [Match Report: Cardiff Met Archers 53-76 Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-cardiff-met-archers-53-76-rockets-women/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women secured a convincing win on the road this weekend, beating Cardiff 53-76 at the Metropolitan University on Saturday afternoon. A strong second quarter broke the game open and we never looked back. A combination of sharp outside shooting and energetic team defence saw Rockets take the spoils. Coach Allen began
- [Match Report: Birmingham Rockets 75-74 London Cavaliers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-birmingham-rockets-75-74-london-cavaliers/) - Birmingham Rockets recorded a crucial win in the race for the playoffs against London Cavaliers at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Rockets were led by Orlan Jackman’s eighteen points on the night, while Zack Powell’s 12 points and five assists were crucial as Rockets edged the Londoners. The win moves Rockets two games clear
- [Weekend Preview: 15th March](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-15th-march/) - We have one first team home game and four junior fixtures set to take place tomorrow! Rockets women vs Cardiff has unfortunately been cancelled as the visitors are unable to fulfil the fixture. Men's First Team It's the biggest game of the season yet for your Rockets as London Cavaliers visit Nechells for the playoff
- [Rockets Junior Larry Duru Makes First Team Debut In NBL Division One](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-junior-larry-duru-makes-first-team-debut-in-nbl-division-one/) - Congratulations to Larry Duru who made his first team debut in NBL Division One against Essex on Saturday! Larry joins fellow BMet Rockets academy prospect Nektarios Papadopoulos in appearing for the first team this season, while Reuben Ubogu also made an appearance in last season’s KitKing Trophy. Both Larry and Nektarios joined the club six
- [Weekend Preview: 8th/9th March](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-8th-9th-march/) - With the season edging towards its finale we have two first team games and four junior games set for this weekend... First Teams Women's First Team Our Rockets Women are back for their penultimate home game of the season tomorrow with Liverpool the visitors to Nechells at 5pm. A depleted Rockets side battled to overcome
- [Rockets Join Brumstoppable Campaign To Promote Women's Sport In Brum](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-join-brumstoppable-campaign-to-promote-womens-sport-in-brum/) - Birmingham Rockets have joined forces with Warwickshire County Cricket Club, Birmingham Speedway, Birmingham Panthers and Aston Villa Women for the launch of the ‘Brumstoppable’ campaign to elevate and inspire women’s sport across Birmingham. The Brumstoppable campaign aims to promote women’s sport in the second city and inspire the next generation of athletes. Warwickshire CCC Marketing
- [Weekend Preview: 1st/2nd March](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-1st-2nd-march/) - With the business end of the season upon us, there are key fixtures across the club as our Rockets teams look to realise their end of season objectives... First Teams Men's First Team Your Birmingham Rockets Men returned to winning ways in dramatic style last Saturday as captain Martyn Gayle hit a three with just
- [Weekend Preview: 15th/16th February](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-15th-16th-february/) - There are two first team home games and three junior away games set to take place this weekend. First Teams Women's First Team Rockets women are back in action at Nechells Wellbeing Centre in a 5pm tip against the Milton Keynes Breakers. A final quarter comeback saw MK snatch a late 70-66 win in the
- [Weekend Preview: 8th/9th February](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-8th-9th-february/) - First Teams Our men’s first team are in NBL Division One action tomorrow away in Loughborough with the team looking to bounce back to winning ways. Coach Smith’s side will take confidence from last Saturday’s performance against the undefeated Hemel Storm but it won’t be an easy assignment against the third-placed Riders. With the business-end
- [Weekend Preview: 1st/2nd February](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-1st-2nd-february/) - There are six Rockets fixtures scheduled in another bumper weekend of action! First Teams Both our Rockets first teams play at home tomorrow in our first doubleheader evening of 2025! Rockets women are up first at 5pm against local rivals Bromsgrove Bears with Coach Clive Allen's side looking to start 2025 in the best way
- [Weekend Preview: 25th/26th January](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-25th-26th-january/) - It’s set to be a busy couple of days for your Rockets with seven fixtures scheduled over the course of the weekend. First Teams Our men’s first team are in action twice this weekend – the first of which is a visit to Milton Keynes to take on the Breakers tomorrow at 5pm. Coach Smith’s
- [BMet Rockets Academy Trial Information - February 2025](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bmet-rockets-academy-trial-information-february-2025/) - Join us on Tuesday 18th February 2025 for our BMet Rockets Academy Trials! The BMet Rockets Academy is the only elite basketball academy in the West Midlands – as recognised by Basketball England. The academy is also one of just twelve DiSE (Diploma in Sporting Excellence) providers for basketball in the country and the only provider
- [Booking Is Open For Our February Half Term Basketball Camps!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/booking-is-open-for-our-february-half-term-basketball-camps/) - Booking for our February Half Term Community Basketball Camps is now open! We have two camps taking place during the February break - a Mini Basketball Shooting Camp (ages 4-10) and a Junior Ballers Skills Camp (Ages 11-16). Both camps will run from Monday 17th February - Wednesday 19th February from 10am-3pm (check-in from 9:45am).
- [Watch The Rockets at Utilita Arena Birmingham on 26th January!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/watch-the-rockets-at-utilita-arena-birmingham-on-26th-january/) - Rockets are heading to Utilita Arena Birmingham on Sunday 26th January! As part of the Super League Basketball (SLB) Trophy finals event, Birmingham Rockets will be facing off against Nottingham Hoods in a rearrangement of our National Basketball League (NBL) Division One home tie. Rockets were set to host Nottingham on Saturday 4th January -
- [Submit Your Local Basketball Courts Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/submit-your-local-basketball-courts-now/) - Ahead of the second World Basketball Day this Saturday, help map out every court in the UK with basketballcourtsnear.me and be in with a chance of winning support to renovate your local court from the Hoopsfix Foundation - let's get this done for Birmingham! We are pleased to support our friends at Hoopsfix and the Hoopsfix
- [Weekend Preview: 14th/15th December](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-14th-15th-december/) - It’s set to be a busy weekend for your Birmingham Rockets with eight games scheduled across our Junior Performance Programme and first teams. Rockets women return to play at Nechells for the first time since October tomorrow as we play host to Cardiff Met Archers in a 5pm tip. Coach Clive Allen’s side will be
- [Rockets Travel To Derby Trailblazers For National Cup Quarterfinal Tie On Sunday 15th December](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-travel-to-derby-trailblazers-for-national-cup-quarterfinal-tie-on-sunday-15th-december/) - City of Birmingham Rockets have been drawn away to fellow NBL Division One side Derby Trailblazers in the quarterfinals of the Men’s National Cup. The game will take place on Sunday 15th December 2024 at Clarence Wiggins Sports Centre (DE24 0BR) at 4:30pm. On-site parking is available and tickets can be purchased from Derby Trailblazers
- [Weekend Preview: 7th December](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-7th-december/) - With a number of postponed games due to the extreme weather conditions, there are three Rockets junior games and one first team game set for the weekend ahead. Rockets men face an away trip to the undefeated Hemel Storm tomorrow at 7pm in what is sure to be a tough test against the title favourites.
- [Booking For Our Rockets New Year Community Camp (Ages 8-15) Is Open!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/booking-for-our-rockets-new-year-community-camp-ages-8-15-is-open/) - Our Rockets Community Basketball Camps are back with our 2025 New Year Basketball Camp – priced at just £25 for TWO days! What’s more – this camp will be led by experienced Rockets coaches Mike Price and Ethan Woodward with special guest appearances from our Rockets first team players! Running from 10am – 3pm each
- [Weekend Preview: 30th Nov/1st Dec](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-30th-nov-1st-dec/) - Rockets are back this weekend with three junior games and three first team games scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. First Teams Rockets men are back at home with a league and cup doubleheader weekend, starting with the visit of Loughborough Riders to Nechells in NBL Division One action in a 7:30pm tip. Bristol Hurricanes are
- [Partnership Announcement: McArthurGlen West Midlands](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/partnership-announcement-mcarthurglen-west-midlands/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce McArthurGlen West Midlands as a new club partner for the 2024/25 season! To celebrate the launch of the partnership, Rockets and McArthur Glen are giving away a family ticket to our upcoming game night vs Loughborough Riders as well as a £100 McArthur Glen gift card -
- [Rockets Draw Bristol Hurricanes in National Cup last-16](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-draw-bristol-hurricanes-in-national-cup-last-16/) - City of Birmingham Rockets have been drawn at home to fellow NBL Division One side Bristol Hurricanes in the last-16 of the Men’s National Cup. The game will take place on Sunday 1st December 2024 at Nechells Wellbeing Centre (B7 4AR) at 5pm. This game will be included for season ticket holders. We are running
- [Weekend Preview: 16th/17th November](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-16th-17th-november/) - It's set to be another busy weekend of Rockets basketball with four junior games and three first team outings set to come this weekend. Our men's first team are in action on both Saturday and Sunday this week - hosting Newcastle in the league in a 7:30pm tip on Saturday before welcoming undefeated NBL Division
- [Partnership Announcement: Automania Join Rockets For 2024/25!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/partnership-announcement-automania-join-rockets-for-2024-25/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to welcome Automania Specialist Cars Ltd to the Rockets family as a club partner for the 2024/25 season. Automania specialise in quality used car sales and are based in West Bromwich - click here to find out more today! Automania have supported the club previously and we are delighted to be
- [Lucentum Basketball HUB Officially Launches](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/lucentum-basketball-hub-officially-launches/) - A Global Initiative to Elevate the Basketball Community The Lucentum Basketball HUB is pleased to announce the launch of its pioneering networking project, which has been designed to unite basketball clubs, academies, Federations and sports-business stakeholders from across the globe. This innovative HUB will serve as a central point for collaborations, events, education and shared growth,
- [Weekend Preview: 2nd/3rd November](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-2nd-3rd-november/) - Its set to be another busy weekend of Rockets action with a number of sides in league and cup action. Rockets men are in action tomorrow evening as Coach Smith and the team look to return to winning ways against Essex Rebels (1-3), tip off 7:30pm. It’s our ‘Kids for a Quid’ game night and
- [Rockets Draw Bristol Flyers II In National Cup Round Four](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-draw-bristol-flyers-ii-in-national-cup-round-four/) - City of Birmingham Rockets have been drawn at home to NBL Division Two side Bristol Flyers II in the fourth round of the Men's National Cup. The game will take place on Sunday 17th November 2024 at Nechells Wellbeing Centre (B7 4AR) at 5pm. This fixture is included for all season ticket holders. Should Rockets
- [Weekend Preview: 26th/27th October](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-26th-27th-october/) - Rockets have six teams taking to the court this weekend, with a number of teams hitting the road as we prepare for a weekend packed with away fixtures! Our Rockets first teams are both away from home, with our women making the short trip to Bromsgrove to take on the Bears tomorrow evening in a
- [Weekend Preview: 19th/20th October](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-19th-20th-october/) - There are six games across our Rockets Junior Performance Programme and first teams this weekend! The only first team game is our men’s first team who will be hosting Worthing Thunder in a 7:30pm tip at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. Coach Smith and the team are undefeated in the league this season, while Worthing are still
- [Newstead Clark Renew Rockets Sponsorship For Third Year](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/newstead-clark-renew-rockets-sponsorship-for-third-year/) - Rockets are delighted to announce that financial service experts Newstead Clark have renewed their agreement with Rockets to sponsor the club for a third successive year. Newstead Clark are your trusted partner for all your Personal and Corporate finance needs. Their mission is to provide you with the most suitable advice, service, and information to
- [Highlights: Birmingham Rockets 91-83 Worthing Thunder](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/highlights-birmingham-rockets-91-83-worthing-thunder/) - Birmingham Rockets took down the Worthing Thunder to move up to second in the NBL Division One standings on Saturday evening. Take a look back at some of the best plays of the game with our highlights! Our next home game is on Saturday 2nd November as we welcome Essex Rebels to Nechells in a
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 61-49 Nottingham Uni Wildcats](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-61-49-nottingham-uni-wildcats/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women continued their winning start to the league campaign with a well-earned win over Nottingham Wildcats as part of a double-header at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening in front of a large, enthusiastic crowd. Rockets welcomed back Michelle Turner to their squad for the first time since recently becoming a
- [Weekend Preview: 12th/13th October](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-12th-13th-october/) - It’s set to be a busy weekend of Rockets basketball – read up on the action to come with our weekend preview! Our Women’s First Team are in action on both Saturday and Sunday as they host Nottingham University Wildcats in a 5pm tip on Saturday with Coach Allen's team look to maintain their 100% start
- [NBL Division One Match Report: Derby Trailblazers 76-82 Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/nbl-division-one-match-report-derby-trailblazers-76-82-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets defeated the defending champion Derby Trailblazers to record a statement win on game week one of the National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season at the Clarence Wiggins Sports Centre on Sunday evening. An incredible fourth quarter saw Rockets outscore the hosts 31-18 to come out on top after a hard-fought
- [Weekend Preview: 5th/6th October](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-5th-6th-october/) - It’s set to be a busy weekend of Rockets basketball - read up on the action to come with our weekend preview! Our Men’s First Team start their NBL Division One season away at defending league champions Derby Trailblazers in a 4pm tip at Clarence Wiggins Sports Centre (DE24 0BR). (Click here for ticket information).
- [Innvotek Join Rockets As Club Sponsor For 2024/25!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/innvotek-join-rockets-as-club-sponsor-for-2024-25/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to welcome Innvotek back to the Rockets family as a club sponsor for the 2024/25 season. Innvotek, an innovation and technology company that specialises in creating bespoke robotic and automation solutions, will be the player sponsor of first team player Faaris Mughal this season as part of their sponsorship.
- [Booking For Our 24/25 Community Sessions Is Open!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/booking-for-our-24-25-community-sessions-is-open/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to partner with leading booking and management system Class For Kids for all of our community activity. This new booking system will allow users to save their details to their dedicated account - where you will be able to easily access all of our Birmingham Rockets activities in one place. Click
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 57-54 Charnwood Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-57-54-charnwood-riders/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women got their WNBL Division Two season off to a winning start by defeating Charnwood in their opening game at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Birmingham started with experience in Ellie Pierpoint, Sarah Mullgrave, Catarina Seixas, Milly Harrison and Grace Brownell. Seixas opened the scoring for Rockets, driving to the
- [Junior Performance Programme Season Preview: 2024/25](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-performance-programme-season-preview-2024-25/) - With the new season set to start tomorrow for a number of our junior teams, we are looking forward to another exciting season of Rockets basketball across our Junior Performance Programme! Players have been working incredibly hard during pre-season to prepare for the season ahead, with the junior coaching team working closely with their groups
- [KitKing Trophy Match Report: Loughborough Riders 78-74 Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/kitking-trophy-match-report-loughborough-riders-78-74-rockets/) - Loughborough Riders edged Rockets 78-74 in a tight encounter to put an end to our 2024/25 KitKing Trophy campaign at Loughborough University on Sunday evening. Rockets must now switch focus to the upcoming National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season, which begins in two weeks’ time with an away trip to Derby Trailblazers. Both Rockets
- [KitKing Trophy Match Report: Rockets 93-79 Bristol Hurricanes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/kitking-trophy-match-report-rockets-93-79-bristol-hurricanes/) - Rockets overcame a stubborn Bristol Hurricanes 93-79 in our second KitKing Trophy group stage game to hand Coach Smith his first win in charge. Progression from the group remains in our hands - with Rockets needing to win in Loughborough this evening (7pm tip-off) to secure pasage to the knockout stage. After a tough defeat
- [Rockets BMet Academy Enters European Youth Basketball League (EYBL)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-bmet-academy-enters-european-youth-basketball-league-eybl/) - Birmingham Rockets are pleased to confirm that our elite basketball academy at BMet College will be competing in the U20 European Youth Basketball League (EYBL) this season. Formed in 1998, The European Youth Basketball League is the most prestigious and only FIBA certified youth league in Europe and our entry will expose selected players at
- [Rockets Renew International Partnership With Spanish Club HLA Alicante](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-renew-international-partnership-with-spanish-club-hla-alicante/) - We are delighted to renew our partnership with HLA Alicante, which began back in 2018. This partnership has strengthened the sporting and social bonds between the two clubs, with player and coach exchanges and joint activity such as the Erasmus+ Inclusion Project and the Hakeem Olajuwon International Summer Camp. Robert Palmer, Rockets Chief Executive Officer,
- [Rockets To Support Hamstead Playing Fields Court Renovation Launch](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-to-support-hamstead-playing-fields-court-renovation-launch/) - Come on down to Hamstead Playing Fields between 12pm-2pm this Saturday for the launch of the fully refurbished court as part of Sport England, Birmingham City Council and Basketball England's 2022 Commonwealth Games Legacy. Fomer Rockets junior Myles Hesson, whose game-winning shot secured the 3x3 gold medal for Team England in 2022, began his basketball
- [Get Your Rockets Season Ticket Today!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/get-your-rockets-season-ticket-today/) - Back the Rockets all season for one unbeatable price! A Rockets season ticket permits access to all Rockets first team games (women’s fixtures TBC) AND both KitKing Trophy group stage home games as well as the first round of the National Cup. We are thrilled to be backed by a record number of season ticket
- [Rockets Partnership With Aston University Business School Shortlisted At The AMBA & BGA Excellence Awards 2025](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-partnership-with-aston-university-business-school-shortlisted-at-the-amba-bga-excellence-awards-2025/) - Birmingham Rockets are thrilled to announce that our transformative partnership with Aston University & Aston Business School has been shortlisted for the Best Business School Partnership award at the prestigious AMBA & BGA Excellence Awards 2025. The partnership stood out among a record number of global entries to make the shortlist, with the winners set
- [CJ Hayden Joins Rockets for 2024/25!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/cj-hayden-joins-rockets-for-2024-25/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to confirm the addition of CJ Hayden to our men’s roster ahead of the 2024/25 National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season. CJ, a Birmingham native and former Great Britain international at U18s & U20s, adds further size and physicality to Coach Smith’s roster and is a proven threat on both
- [Luke Okosieme Is Back At Rockets For 2024/25!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/luke-okosieme-is-back-at-rockets-for-2024-25/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to welcome Luke Okosieme back to the club after a season away with Surrey Scorchers in the former British Basketball League (BBL). Luke returns to Birmingham to join Coach Smith’s talented roster ahead of our 2024/25 National Basketball League (NBL) Division One campaign. The 6’8” centre will be no
- [Welcome Back To Rockets, Zack Powell!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/welcome-back-to-rockets-zack-powell/) - Welcome back to Rockets, Zack Powell! ‘The General’ returns to the club at which he learnt his trade as a youngster as part of our Under 16 junior team. Zack has earned a reputation as one of the most entertaining players to watch in Division One in recent seasons, with his speed and athleticism sure
- [Lucas McGregor Joins Rockets For 2024/25!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/lucas-mcgregor-joins-rockets-for-2024-25/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the addition of Lucas McGregor to our men’s roster ahead of the 2024/25 National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season. Lucas joins Rockets after a spell with Irish Super League outfit Flexachem Killorglin in 2023/24. Before moving to the south of Ireland, Lucas made a name for himself at
- [Orlan Jackman Returns For 2024/25!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/orlan-jackman-returns-for-2024-25/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the return of Orlan Jackman to our men’s roster ahead of the 2024/25 National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season. Orlan gained a reputation as something of a fan-favourite last season, enjoying a fantastic maiden campaign as a Birmingham Rocket. A 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medallist, he brings a
- [Leon Henry Joins The Rockets For 2024/25!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/leon-henry-joins-the-rockets-for-2024-25/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the addition of Leon Henry to our men’s first team roster ahead of the 2024/25 National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season. Leon was part of the Milton Keynes Breakers side that won the National Cup and gained promotion to Division One last season. Originally from Northampton, Leon has
- [Faaris Mughal Returns To Rockets After Two Years Away](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/faaris-mughal-returns-to-rockets-after-two-years-away/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the return of Faaris Mughal to our men’s National Basketball League (NBL) Division One roster ahead of the 2024/25 season. After joining the club at the age of 12, Faaris progressed through the youth ranks with us playing Under-14s, Under-16s & Under-18s before representing our men’s team in the
- [The 2024/25 KitKing Trophy for teams in Basketball England's NBL Men's Division One gets underway in September](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/the-2024-25-kitking-trophy-for-teams-in-basketball-englands-nbl-mens-division-one-gets-underway-in-september/) - The 2024/25 KitKing Trophy for teams in Basketball England’s NBL Men's Division One gets underway in September. The competition will for a third season be organised by NBL1 Men's clubs in partnership with naming rights holder Kitking.co.uk and BE. It will see all 13 NBL1 clubs, plus a trio of invited Division Two sides - Barking Abbey, London Elite and
- [2024/25 Tickets On Sale Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2024-25-tickets-on-sale-now/) - Be part of the action this season - tickets to see Birmingham's only top division basketball team are on sale now! With fixtures now confirmed ahead of the new season, there is no better time to secure your seat ahead of Coach Charles Smith's first season in charge - come and be part of the
- [Join Us For The Rockets Derby On 7th September!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/join-us-for-the-rockets-derby-on-7th-september/) - Birmingham Rockets will play host to the Reading Rockets in our first pre-season outing at 7:30pm on Saturday 7th September at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. The game will be head coach Charles Smith's first in charge as we look forward to welcoming Reading Rockets to Nechells for the latest installment of the Rockets Derby! With a
- [Welcome To Rockets, Levi Noel!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/welcome-to-rockets-levi-noel/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the addition of Levi Noel to our men's roster ahead of the 2024/25 National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season. Levi adds a wealth of top-level and international experience to the roster having previously played for Leicester Riders & Surrey Scorchers in the former British Basketball League (BBL) as
- [Rockets Juniors Selected For England Future Stars Tournament](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-juniors-selected-for-england-future-stars-roster/) - We would like to congratulate Rockets Juniors Larry Duru & Jude Hyland on their selections to represent England at this weekend's 2024 Future Stars Tournament. The competition showcases the best teenage male talent from the UK, Europe and beyond with both players selected to the England Under 18 roster. They will be facing off against
- [Aero-Phil Joins The Rockets Family!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/aero-phil-joins-the-rockets-family/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to welcome independent aerospace sales & business development consultancy company Aero-Phil to the Rockets family! This sponsorship will help support our junior and community programmes by enabling us to provide opportunities for more young people in our community. Rockets CEO, Robert Palmer, spoke of the impact this new sponsorship
- [Jordan Dawes Becomes The Latest Addition To The Roster!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/jordan-dawes-becomes-the-latest-addition-to-the-roster/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to confirm the return of guard Jordan Dawes ahead of the 2024/25 National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season. Dawes is entering into his fourth year as a Birmingham Rocket after re-joining the club in the summer of 2021. One of our own... Jordan joined Rockets at the age of 14
- [Karl Teesdale Returns For 2024/25!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/karl-teesdale-returns-for-2024-25/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to confirm the return of sharpshooter Karl Teesdale ahead of the 2024/25 National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season. Karl is set to enter his third season at a Rocket after joining the club in the summer of 2022. He becomes the second addition to Coach Charles Smith's roster after the
- [Martyn Gayle Is Back For 2024/25!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/martyn-gayle-is-back-for-2024-25/) - Birmingham Rockets are delighted to confirm the return of men's first team captain Martyn Gayle for the 2024/25 National Basketball League (NBL) Division One season. The all-time three-point leader in NBL Division One becomes the first addition to Coach Charles Smith's roster as he returns to Rockets for a third consecutive season. The story so
- [Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust Broadens Rockets Partnership](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/shireland-collegiate-academy-trust-broadens-rockets-partnership/) - Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust has broadened its partnership with Rockets to include Shireland Technology Primary - increasing basketball opportunities for its students and providing them with elite basketball coaching. Rockets have established a fantastic relationship with the trust in recent months, our official partnership launch with secondary school, Shireland Collegiate Academy, back in December 2023
- [Rockets Appoint BBL Legend Charles Smith As Men's Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-appoint-bbl-legend-charles-smith-as-mens-head-coach/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to announce Charles Smith as our Men’s First Team Head Coach for the 2024/25 season. Coach Smith achieved legendary status at Newcastle Eagles after a storied 14-year playing career with Britain’s most decorated basketball club. He played a vital part in Eagles’ most successful period in their
- [Women's First Team Tryout Details](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/womens-first-team-tryout-details/) - We are pleased to confirm the details for our upcoming women's tryouts ahead of the 2024/25 Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) season. Date: Saturday 22nd June 2024 Time: 12pm-2pm Venue: Nechells Wellbeing Centre, B7 4AR All players must fill out the registration form ahead of attending the trials. Click here to register today!
- [Schools Partner Shireland Collegiate Academy Take Jr NBA Title](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/schools-partner-shireland-collegiate-academy-take-jr-nba-title/) - Birmingham Rockets coaches Mike Price & Reiss Faure-Daley joined our partner school Shireland Collegiate Academy at the West Midlands Jr NBA Finals at University of Worcester yesterday afternoon. It proved a hugely successful day with Shireland winning the Year 8 competition and reaching the finals of the Year 7 competition. Click here to see all
- [Elite Academy 3x3 Tournament: BMet Rockets Reach Quarterfinals](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/elite-academy-3x3-tournament-bmet-rockets-reach-quarterfinals/) - Our Rockets Academy at BMet College took to the road on Wednesday to compete in the Elite Academy 3x3 Tourament at the National Basketball Performance Centre in Manchester. The tournament was be used as an opportunity to identify players to represent England at the School Games National Finals event in Loughborough, held between Thursday 29
- [Vacancy: Under 14 Girls Head Coach (Voluntary)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vacancy-under-14-girls-head-coach/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Head Coach to lead our Under 14 Girls team for the 2024/25 season. Responsibilities: - Lead and develop the Under 14 Girls team through dynamic and engaging practices. - Foster a positive, inclusive, and competitive team environment. - Plan and execute training sessions
- [BMet Rockets Girls Trials](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bmet-rockets-girls-trials/) - Interested in exploring the student-athlete experience as part of the Rockets Basketball Academy at BMet College? Come along to The Lighthouse Young People's Centre (B19 2LN) on Tuesday 28th May to meet the coaching team and learn more about what we offer! As the only elite basketball academy in the West Midlands, as recognised by
- [Boys Junior Trial Dates 2024](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/boys-junior-trial-dates-2024/) - Have you got what it takes to play for Birmingham’s biggest basketball club? Come along to our junior trials to meet the coaching team and showcase what you can do! Trials are open to players who would like to be in contention to represent the city of Birmingham as part of the Rockets Performance Programme
- [Junior Rockets Called Up To England U14 Girls Selection Camp](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-rockets-called-up-to-england-u14-girls-selection-camp/)
- [Girls Junior Trial Dates 2024](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/girls-junior-trial-dates-2024/) - Have you got what it takes to play for Birmingham's biggest basketball club? Come along to our junior trials to meet the coaching team and showcase what you can do! Trials are open to players who would like to be in contention to represent the city of Birmingham as part of the Rockets Performance Programme
- [Vacancy: Men's Basketball Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vacancy-mens-basketball-head-coach/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are now inviting expressions of interest for our Men’s Basketball Head Coach for the 2024/25 season. The role will incorporate a position at our academy based at BMet College where our EABL team and DiSE programme is located. Applicants should have suitable levels of experience for the role and must be
- [Vote For Your Player of the Season!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vote-for-your-player-of-the-season/) - Voting has now closed - thank you to everyone to voted. The winner will be announced at our club awards event on Thursday 16th May! The 2023/24 season is complete - now it's time for you to have your say! Voting is open for our Rockets Supporters Player of the Season award - who will
- [Club Statement: Nuno Rodrigues](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/club-statement-nuno-rodrigues/) - City of Birmingham Rockets can confirm that men’s first team Head Coach Nuno Rodrigues has left the club by mutual agreement. The team recorded a ninth-place finish in NBL Division One with Coach Rodrigues at the helm – establishing ourselves in NBL Division One and narrowly missing out on a playoff place in our first
- [Club Statement: Nuno Rodrigues](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/club-statement-nuno-rodrigues-1/) - City of Birmingham Rockets can confirm that Nuno Rodrigues will not lead our Men’s First Team this season after being unable to obtain the required work permit. We are extremely disappointed with this outcome and would like to place on record our profound thanks to Nuno for his patience whilst we have worked tirelessly to
- [Junior Performance Season In Review: 2023/24](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-performance-season-in-review-2023-24/) - The 2023/24 season was another busy one for us here at City of Birmingham Rockets with 10 junior teams competing in National Basketball League (NBL) competition. It’s been a fantastic year of progress with players showcasing their abilities and continuing their development all while representing the club and the city of Birmingham up and down
- [Game Preview & Ticket Details: Derby Trailblazers (A)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/game-preview-ticket-details-derby-trailblazers-a/) - Birmingham Rockets travel to Derby Trailblazers this Saturday for our final regular season game of the 2023/24 NBL Division One season. There is plenty riding on the game, with Rockets needing a win to have a chance at moving into the playoff positions. Derby on the other hand can't afford to slip up as they
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 65-67 Anglia Ruskin](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-65-67-anglia-ruskin/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women fell to an agonising and somewhat controversial defeat in their final game of the season as Grace Brownell lay sprawled on the court after a collision seconds before the game-winning three-pointer was hit from the corner. This gave Anglia Ruskin a two point lead with just 24 seconds left to
- [Larry Duru Wins EABL North U17 Player of the Year](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/larry-duru-wins-eabl-north-u17-player-of-the-year/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to see Larry Duru recognised for his outstanding year with the Under-17 EABL (Elite Academy Basketball League) North Player of the Year award. Larry, in his first year at our BMet Rockets Academy, impressed the decision makers at Basketball England to edge out the competition and claim the prestigious
- [Rockets In The Community: West Heath Primary School](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-the-community-west-heath-primary-school/) - A cohort of Rockets players and coaches descended upon West Heath Primary School for a fantastic afternoon of basketball fun! As part of our commitment to engage the young people in our local community, our players and coaches assisted school staff with an outdoor basketball tournament. The initiative reflects our joint mission to increase participation
- [Rockets In The Community: Shireland Technology Primary](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-the-community-shireland-technology-primary/) - Birmingham Rockets are pleased to enter into a new parternship with Smethwick based primary school Shireland Technology Primary to increase our basketball offering to local schoolchildren. To mark the beginning of the partnership, Rockets first team player & coach Michael Price and Head of Schools & Community Ricardo D'Alva visited the school to talk to
- [Match Report: Birmingham Rockets Women 70-62 Team Solent Kestrels](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-birmingham-rockets-women-70-62-team-solent-kestrels/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women deservedly came away with a win in their final home game of the season against a feisty Solent outfit at the Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. It was a fitting reward for the players, staff and supporters, as Rockets battled hard to give Coach Clive Allen his first victory
- [Easter Camp Booking Is Now Open!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/easter-camp-booking-is-now-open/) - Booking for our Rockets Community Basketball Camps is now open! Our camps cater for players aged 5-17 with each camp optimised to ensure participants have the best possible experience with us. Led by the region's best coaches, there is no better basketball experience in Birmingham this Easter! Click here to explore our full range of
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 43-60 CoLA](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-43-60-cola/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women lost out to high-flying City of London Academy (CoLA) Pride in a low-scoring encounter in front of a sizable crowd at the Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday 24th February. Rockets were in the game at the end of the third after cutting a 17-point deficit to single digits, finishing the
- [Match Report: Rockets Men 102-96 Nottingham Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-men-102-96-nottingham-hoods/) - Rockets edged a 102-96 overtime thriller against Nottingham Hoods to record a crucial win in the NBL Division One playoff race at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Nottingham currently hold the final playoff birth, with Saturday's win bringing Rockets just one win away from a coveted top eight playoff position. With the race for
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 55-75 Thames Valley Cavaliers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-55-75-thames-valley-cavaliers/) - Despite a spirited second half display, City of Birmingham Rockets women suffered defeat at the hands of a strong Thames Valley outfit on Saturday evening at the Nechells Wellbeing Centre. The damage was done in the first half as the Cavaliers raced out into a healthy lead and took a 41-20 advantage into the break.
- [Match Report: Rockets Men 81-75 Reading Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-men-81-75-reading-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets won 81-75 against Reading Rockets in Nechells. The Rockets derby looked to be an exciting encounter as your Birmingham Rockets looked for revenge after a close 99-92 loss in Reading last weekend. COB went into the fixture on a record of 4-10 and sat in eleventh in the NBL Division One
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 58-57 Barking Abbey](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-58-57-barking-abbey/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women earned a much-needed victory against fellow strugglers Barking Abbey in a real nail-biter at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. The win was only secured after a great defensive effort to prevent Barking scoring at the death. Rockets are now just one win below their opponents in the standings and they will take
- [Match Report: Rockets Men 72-74 Bradford Dragons](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-men-72-74-bradford-dragons/) - Rockets fell to a narrow defeat at the hands of Bradford Dragons in a tense encounter at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Coach Nuno's side sat 10th on a record of 4-8 going into what would be a tough game against a physically strong Dragons side. Our visitors came into the game sat in
- [Men's Match Report: Rockets 78-82 Barking Abbey](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mens-match-report-rockets-78-82-barking-abbey/) - Rockets fell to Barking Abbey 82-78 in a tough defeat at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. We went into the fixture sat 10th with a 4-7 record. Barking sat bottom of the division with a record of 0-12 looking for their first win of the season. The first quarter started with Rockets first bucket coming from good
- [Match Report: Rockets Men 72-101 Derby Trailblazers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-men-72-101-derby-trailblazers/) - Rockets fell to the high-flying Derby Trailblazers 101-72 in tough defeat in Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. We went into the game sat 10th in the division with a 4-6 record, as we took on a Derby side that sat 2nd on a record of 8-2. New signing Jayden Grewal started the game making
- [El Libre Loco Join Rockets As Game Day Catering Partner](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/el-libre-loco-join-rockets-as-game-day-catering-partner/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce Mexican caterer El Libre Loco will be joining us as our official game day catering partner! Authentic Mexican burritos, nachos & tacos will be available from the Rockets cafe (upstairs) starting from this Saturday. We are extremely excited to welcome El Libre Loco to our game nights
- [Clive Allen Appointed As Women's First Team Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/clive-allen-appointed-as-womens-first-team-head-coach/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the appointment of Birmingham basketball icon Clive Allen as women's first team head coach. Synonymous with basketball in Birmingham, Clive achieved legendary status with the Birmingham Bullets in his two stints at the club from 1985-87 before returning for another spell from 1988-01. This coincided with some
- [Club Statement: Ryan Emery](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/club-statement-ryan-emery/) - City of Birmingham Rockets can confirm it has parted company with women’s first team head coach, Ryan Emery. The club would like to place on record its thanks to Ryan for his efforts since joining us in the summer of 2022 and wish him success in the future. Rockets CEO, Robert Palmer, said: “I would like
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 42-48 Anglia Ruskin Uni](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-42-48-anglia-ruskin-uni/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women suffered a gut-wrenching defeat at the hands of fellow league strugglers Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), despite having led for the majority of the game. Rockets held the advantage until the last few minutes, but conceded the final nine points of the contest to be edged out at the death. In
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 52-77 Manchester Mystics](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-52-77-manchester-mystics/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women fell to defeat at Manchester Mystics, despite an excellent second half performance. Unfortunately, the damage was done early on, as Birmingham were 15 points down at the end of the first quarter, then trailed 42-20 at half time. Rockets looked a different side after the interval and matched their opponents,
- [Canadian Guard Jayden Grewal Joins Our Men's First Team!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/canadian-guard-jayden-grewal-joins-our-mens-first-team/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to announce the signing of Canadian guard Jayden Grewal from Portuguese side MBA Montijo Basket. Jayden joins our men's first team for the remainder of the 2023/24 season and will add pace and scoring to our roster. Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Jayden went on to
- [2024 Home Kits Available Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2024-home-kits-available-now/) - 🌆 This is 𝐨𝐮𝐫 city. Introducing your 2024 Birmingham Rockets first team jerseys. We are delighted to reveal our new Rockets home kit, inspired by the skyline and landmarks of our brilliant city! Jerseys and shorts are now available on our club shop - click here to explore the range today! The 2024 Birmingham Rockets
- [VACANCY: Club Secretary](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vacancy-club-secretary/) - Join Our Team: Club Secretary Volunteer Opportunity at Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club! Are you passionate about basketball and eager to contribute to the success of a dynamic sports organisation? Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club is on the lookout for a dedicated individual to take on the pivotal role of Club Secretary on a voluntary basis. 📋
- [VACANCY: Community Basketball Coaches](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vacancy-community-basketball-coaches/) - Are you passionate about basketball and committed to developing young people? At Birmingham Rockets, we are expanding our schools and community offering and are seeking skilled and dedicated basketball coaches to join our community coaching team. 🌟 Responsibilities: Plan and execute effective training sessions for various age groups and skill levels. Foster a positive and
- [2023/24 Half Season Tickets Are Available Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2023-24-half-season-tickets/) - Half Season Tickets are available NOW! Don’t miss any of the action in the season run-in for one great price! With entry to all 12 remaining regular season home games (men’s & women’s), a half season ticket provides unparalleled value. Save 15% and don't worry about purchasing individual game tickets with the convenience of entry
- [Thank you, Kayne!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/thank-you-kayne/) - City of Birmingham Rockets can confirm that guard Kayne King has been released from our men’s first team roster. Kayne played an important role in our historic 2022/23 National Basketball League Division Two North title and playoff finals campaign and departs with the best wishes of everyone at Rockets. The 27-year-old guard averaged 8.7 points
- [Rockets Partner With Shireland Collegiate Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-partner-with-shireland-collegiate-academy/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce a partnership with Shireland Collegiate Academy as a Rockets Basketball Hub to offer exciting opportunities to students and the wider Smethwick community. Due to their commitment to developing basketball in the area as one of our primary schools’ partners, the Academy will benefit from a substantial Rockets
- [Match Report: Rockets Men 60-94 Essex Rebels](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-men-64-90-essex-rebels/) - A depleted City of Birmingham Rockets side fell to a strong Essex Rebels outfit 90-64 in a tough defeat at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening in our latest NBL Division One outing. Rockets went into the game with a 4-1 record and were looking to continue their bright start to the season against an
- [Nektarios Papadopoulos Makes First Team Debut](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/nektarios-papadopoulos-makes-first-team-debut/) - Rockets Academy prospect Nektarios Papadopoulos made his first team debut on Saturday evening - coming off the bench in Rockets' NBL Division One game against Newcastle. A landmark moment in his basketball journey, Nektarios has come through the youth ranks with us at Rockets - progressing through the Under 14s, Under 16s, Under 18s &
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 49-70 Bristol Flyers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-49-70-bristol-flyers/) - City of Birmingham Rockets fell to a home defeat at the hands of Bristol Flyers on Saturday evening despite a strong start at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. Bristol are an established team at this level but with a 3-5 record going into the game, the team will undoudtedly see this one as a missed opportunity. Birmingham
- [National Cup Match Report: Rockets Women 62-90 Sheffield Hatters](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/national-cup-match-report-rockets-women-62-90-sheffield-hatters/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women bowed out of the National Cup at the quarter-final stage at the hands of Sheffield Hatters, who denied Coach Emery’s team in the playoff final last season too. A devastating first quarter saw Sheffield build a lead which they held onto for the remainder of the game. There are plenty
- [Match Report: Rockets Men 70-77 London Elite](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-men-70-77-london-elite/) - City of Birmingham Rockets men suffered a 77-70 defeat to London Elite at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Coach Nuno Rodrigues' side went into the game looking to bounce back from last weekend's disappointment and continue what has been a largely positive maiden season in NBL Division One. London Elite went into the game
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 58-107 Endeavour Ipswich](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-58-107-endeavour-ipswich/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women lost out to early pace-setters Ipswich (6-1) in WNBL Division One at Nechells on Saturday evening. It was always going to be a tough assignment against the league leaders but Rockets stuck at it, encouraged by the home crowd, and there were some positive moments and notable individual performances. After
- [Match Report: Nottingham Hoods 102-113 Rockets Men](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-nottingham-hoods-102-113-rockets-men/) - Birmingham Rockets' Men claimed a hard-fought overtime win against a stubborn Nottingham Hoods side at Wildcat Arena on Saturday evening. Rockets were led by an inspired Sam Toluwase performance, with the big man recording 45 points and 15 rebounds in one of the standout performances of the NBL Division One season so far. Perhaps just
- [Match Report: CoLA Southwark Pride 78-50 Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-cola-southwark-pride-78-50-rockets-women/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Women suffered an away defeat at CoLA Southwark Pride in South London on Sunday after decisive scoring streaks either side of halftime left Rockets with too much to do. Birmingham remained competitive throughout, but couldn’t get close enough to threaten the home side. After an impressive win at home last week,
- [Men's Match Report: Rockets 77-97 Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mens-match-report-rockets-77-97-riders/) - Rockets suffered defeat at the hands of Loughborough Riders, 97-77 in Nechells. Coach Nuno’s side went into the game looking to continue their unbeaten run in the league and go 4-0, Riders entered Nechells with a 3-1 record looking to continue their good form. Rockets matched Riders in the opening minutes, Kayne King stole the
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 67-63 Reading Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-67-63-reading-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women earned an extremely impressive win over Reading Rockets in the Rockets’ derby on Saturday. It was their second league victory of the season and a historic night, securing their first home success since promotion to WNBL Division 1. After being on the receiving end of a blitz from opponents in
- [National Cup Match Report: Rockets Women 68-57 Manchester Mystics](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/national-cup-match-report-rockets-women-68-57-manchester-mystics/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Women secured an impressive National Cup win in the round of 16, beating Manchester Mystics and avenging their league loss from just a few weeks ago. Both teams welcomed the opportunity to play a second fixture of the weekend after suffering league defeats on Saturday. After a tight and low-scoring first
- [National Cup Match Report: Reading 101-78 Rockets Men](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/national-cup-match-report-reading-101-78-rockets-men/) - City of Birmingham Rockets' Men saw their National Cup campaign come to an end after a disappointing defeat at Loddon Valley on Sunday afternoon. Rockets were still without top scorer and 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medalist Orlan Jackman and with injuries also sidelining a number of the squad, Coach Rodrigues was left with a limited
- [Match Report: Thames Valley Cavaliers 93-55 Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-thames-valley-cavaliers-93-55-rockets-women/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Women fell to a 93-55 defeat away at Thames Valley on Saturday evening. A slow start proved fatal for our women's side as our hosts stormed to an early advantage which they would maintain for the remainder of the contest. Rockets bounced back from the early disappointment valiantly, only losing the
- [Match Report: Rockets Men 103-86 Thames Valley Cavaliers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-103-86-thames-valley-cavaliers/) - Rockets were victorious against Thames Valley Cavaliers 103-86 to extend their great start to the season to 3-0 on a fantastic evening at Nechells Wellbeing Centre last Saturday. Rockets were hounored to be supported by our partners, The Royal Navy & The Royal Marines, as our game day sponsors for this fixture. Coach Rodrigues' side
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 60-79 Loughborough Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-60-79-loughborough-riders/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Women fell to a home defeat against a quick and well-organised Loughborough Riders side on Saturday evening at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. A critical 19-6 run by the Riders which took the score from 12-9 halfway through the first quarter, to 31-15, proved fatal as Loughborough continued their strong start to their
- [Match Report: Rockets Men 131-128 Bradford Dragons](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-men-131-128-bradford-dragons/) - City of Birmingham Rockets' Men won a dramatic triple overtime thriller as Kayne King's buzzer beating three snatched the win at Bradford College on Saturday evening. Rockets could have won the game sooner with King also hitting a three at the end of regulation to edge Rockets ahead with just 1.5 seconds remaining on the
- [Match Report: Barking Abbey 62-78 Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-barking-abbey-62-78-rockets-women/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Women secured their first-ever WNBL Division 1 victory with an impressive and dominant display against Barking Abbey, taking the spoils 78-62 on a historic day for the club. On the back of the morale-boosting National Cup win over Derby last week, Rockets Women travelled to the other side of London to
- [Thank you, Siggy!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/thank-you-siggy/) - City of Birmingham Rockets can confirm that Siggy Hoar has announced his intention to retire from basketball and will be leaving our men's first team with immediate effect. Siggy wrote his name into Birmingham basketball folklore last season as part of our historic promotion and playoff finals winning side. Rockets CEO, Robert Palmer, spoke of
- [National Cup Match Report: Rockets Women 56-46 Derby Trailblazers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/national-cup-match-report-rockets-women-56-46-derby-trailblazers/) - Rockets women overcame a spirited Derby side to progress into the last 16 of the National Cup on Sunday evening at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. The scoreline could have been more comfortable, but Rockets built a lead from early on and led throughout, with the outcome never really in jeopardy. It was a welcome, morale-boosting first
- [KitKing Trophy Quarterfinal Match Report: Rockets 82-85 Bradford Dragons](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/kitking-trophy-quarterfinal-match-report-rockets-82-85-bradford-dragons/) - Rockets saw their Kitking Trophy campaign come to an unfortunate end at Nechells Wellbeing Centre courtesy of a 85-82 defeat to Bradford Dragons on Saturday evening. After recording three consecutive wins in the group stage of the competition, Rockets came into the game full of confidence as we looked to progress to the semifinals against
- [Match Report: Rockets Women 57-66 Manchester Mystics](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-57-66-manchester-mystics/) - City of Birmingham Rockets women came up just short in their season opener against Manchester Mystics at Nechells Wellbeing Centre in front of an enthusiastic home crowd on Saturday afternoon. After leading by as many as 13 in the second quarter, Rockets unfortunately faded in the second half and lost out to a youthful, yet
- [KitKing Trophy Match Report: Rockets Men 97-86 MK Breakers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/kitking-trophy-match-report-rockets-men-97-86-mk-breakers/) - City of Birmingham Rockets progressed to the quarterfinal stages of the KitKing Trophy with a 97-86 win against Milton Keynes Breakers to continue their 100% start to the season on Saturday evening. Both teams went into the game with unbeaten starts in the competition, and one teams unbeaten run would end in Nechells. The game
- [Your Club Needs You - Join Our Game Night Team!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/your-club-needs-you-join-our-game-night-team/) - Calling all fans and volunteers! We’re incredibly proud of the fantastic nights we’ve had at Nechells Wellbeing Centre for our game days. The atmosphere keeps growing, all thanks to our amazing fans who we consider our sixth man! But we need your help! As Chair of the City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club, I’m reaching
- [KitKing Trophy Match Report: Rockets Men 113-91 Nottingham Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/kitking-trophy-match-report-rockets-113-91-nottingham-hoods/) - Rockets secured their first win of the season in the KitKing Trophy against Nottingham Hoods 113-91. It was the first game in charge for new Head Coach Nuno Rodrigues and featured Rockets’ summer additions Ben Tew and Orlan Jackman. It was a slow start for Rockets as the new look Rockets side struggled to find
- [Pre-Season Match Report: Rockets Women 91-38 Liverpool](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/pre-season-match-report-rockets-women-91-38-liverpool/) - Rockets women recorded an emphatic 91-38 victory over Liverpool on a very hot day in their first pre-season outing ahead of their inaugural WNBL Division One campaign, in front of a decent crowd at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday afternoon. The tone was set right from the outset, with Preccila Ocrah securing the tip to
- [Rockets First Team Fixtures 2023/24](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-first-team-fixtures-2023-24/) - Our first team fixtures for the 2023/24 season have been confirmed - it is set to be a momentous season for basketball in Birmingham as we celebrate the city having both men & women in Division One for the first time since 1999! Click here to get your tickets now!
- [Royal Navy & Royal Marines Join Rockets As A Primary Partner For 2023/24!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/royal-navy-join-rockets-as-a-primary-partner-for-2023-24/) - Rockets are delighted to announce the Royal Navy & Royal Marines as a primary sponsor for the 2023/24 season. The deal will see the Royal Navy & Royal Marines supporting the club’s first teams in a variety of ways including logos on warm up shirts and travel wear, match night floor branding, advertising boards and
- [KitKing Trophy: Group Stage Fixture Dates Confirmed](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/kitking-trophy-group-stage-fixture-dates-confirmed/) - The KitKing Trophy for teams in Basketball England’s NBL Men's Division One is set to return in September. The competition will again be organised by NBL1 Men's clubs in partnership with naming rights holder Kitking.co.uk and BE. It will see all 14 NBL1 clubs, plus a pair of invited Division Two sides, competing in four
- [Register For Our Women's WNBL Division One Trials!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/register-for-our-womens-wnbl-division-one-trials/) - As we continue our preparations for the 2023/24 WNBL Division One campaign, we are hosting a try-out session on Saturday 22nd July 2022 for players interested in joining our women's programme. The try-out session will run from 12pm-2pm. All interested players MUST register online in advance of attending the try-out session. Players who have not
- [Rockets Launch New Summer 3x3 Tournament!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/3x3/) - Come and get involved in our all new 3x3 Tournament - each age group will have a set afternoon for their tournament to take place with music, prizes and non-stop entertainment at Nechells Wellbeing Centre throughout July & August. Please check which date applies to your age category before registering! Sunday 23rd July - Under
- [Eventbrite Becomes Official Ticketing Platform of the Rockets!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/eventbrite-becomes-official-ticketing-platform-of-the-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce a partnership with Eventbrite which will see the platform become the club's official ticketing partner. Eventbrite are a leading ticketing platform and this new partnership will make it easier than ever for Rockets fans to purchase tickets to games. Click here to visit our Eventbrite page and
- [Italian Coach Marco Crespi Joins Us At Summer Camp!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/italian-coach-marco-crespi-joins-us-at-summer-camp/) - We are delighted to confirm that as part of our parternship with the Dolomiti Basketball Academy, Italian coaching icon Marco Crespi will be joining us at this summer's Hakeem Olajuwon International Summer Camp! Crespi, Academy Director at the Dolomiti Energia Basketball Academy, boasts over 40 years of coaching experience including spells at Olimpia Milano as
- [Promotion to NBL & WNBL Division One](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/promotion-to-nbl-wnbl-division-one/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to confirm that both our men's and women's first teams will be competing in the National Basketball League (NBL)/Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) Division One for the 2023/24 season. The 2023/24 season will be the first time Birmingham has both men's & women's teams competing in their respective top
- [VACANCIES | Community Coaches](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vacancies-community-coaches/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and ambitious coaches to work on the club’s Community Development Programme. These are paid positions - please refer to the job specification below for the role requirements. To apply, email your CV and a letter of interest to cobrockets@gmail.com. Applications will be reviewed as they
- [DiSE & EABL Entries Confirmed For Rockets Academy At BMet](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/dise-eabl-entries-confirmed-for-rockets-academy-at-bmet/) - We are pleased to announce that our Rockets Academy programme at Birmingham Metropolitan College has been accepted onto the DiSE partnership programme for 2023/24. As a result, the programme will once again enter into the Elite Academy Basketball League (EABL) while also having Association of Colleges (AOC) teams in competition for the 2023/24 season. We
- [New International Partership: Rockets Partner With Aquila Basket Trento](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/new-international-partership-rockets-partner-with-aquila-basket-trento/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to announce a new International Partnership agreement with Italian club Aquila Basket Trento and their Dolomiti Energia Academy. In an extremely exciting move for the club, this new agreement opens up unique opportunities for Rockets players and coaches with our Italian partners. The agreement sees Rockets become
- [Assistant & Apprentice Volunteer Coaching Opportunities](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/assistant-apprentice-volunteer-coaching-opportunities/) - City of Birmingham Rockets have a limited number of volunteer assistant & apprentice coaching opportunities available as part of our Junior Performance Programme. Successful candidates will work closely with the Head Coaches on the Junior Performance Programme; offering an ideal opportunity to learn as part of the Rockets programme. To apply, please send expressions of
- [BasketJoy Erasmus+ Inclusion Project Concludes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/basketjoy-erasmus-inclusion-project-concludes/) - For the past two years, the club has been part of the BasketJoy Erasmus+ programme, cofounded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, to promote diversity and inclusive practices through basketball. We would like to thank our partners and friends from Lucentum Alicante, Wetterbygden Basketball & Special Olympics Bulgaria for their hospitality and friendship
- [Junior Team Trial Dates & Registration Details](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-team-trial-dates-registration-details/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the following dates for those wishing to be under consideration for our Junior Performance Teams. Saturday 10th June 2023: 12pm-3pm (Boys & Girls currently in school years 6-9) Saturday 17th June 2023: 12pm-3pm (Boys & Girls currently in school years 9-12) Sunday 18th June 2023: 9am-12pm (Second
- [Coaching Opportunities At Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/coaching-opportunities-at-rockets/) - Following a hugely successful 12 months, City of Birmingham Rockets are now seeking committed and enthusiastic coaches to join us on our Performance Programme for the 2023/24 season. The roles are suitable for ambitious coaches committed to player development and wishing to develop their own knowledge within a supportive and established club environment. Both Head
- [2023/24 Season Tickets Available Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2023-24-season-tickets-available-now/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce season ticket details for the upcoming 2023/24 season. Season tickets are the best way to secure your seat at every regular season Rockets home game for the upcoming season - and with our last five games in 2022/23 selling out, there has never been a better time
- [Playoff Final Match Report: Rockets Men 80-72 St Helens Saints](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/playoff-final-match-report-rockets-men-80-72-st-helens-saints/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Men’s First Team were crowned NBL Division 2 National Champions after beating St Helens Saints 80-72 in the playoff final at the National Basketball Performance Centre in Manchester on Saturday evening. Rockets went into the game full of confidence after comfortably dispatching local rivals Worcester Wolves in the semi-finals, with our
- [Playoff Final Match Report: Rockets Women 57-77 Sheffield Hatters II](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/playoff-final-match-report-rockets-women-57-77-sheffield-hatters-ii/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Women’s First Team contested the WNBL Division 2 Playoff Final against Sheffield Hatters II at Manchester’s National Basketball Performance Centre on Saturday afternoon, as part of Finals weekend. After a pool-topping regular season, followed by two thrilling playoff wins, Rockets deservedly took their place at this showpiece event. With Coach Emery’s
- [Michelle Turner & Martyn Gayle Recognised In NBL End of Season Awards](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/michelle-turner-martyn-gayle-recognised-in-nbl-end-of-season-awards/) - Birmingham Rockets are pleased to see first team players Michelle Turner and Martyn Gayle recognised in the NBL Division Two end of season awards. Turner took the Most Valuable Player (MVP) accolade for Division Two Pool 2 in the WNBL awards - with Fabienne Zere a deserved runner up. In the Men's Division Two North,
- [Playoff Semifinal Match Report: Rockets Men 70-55 Worcester Wolves](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-men-70-55-worcester-wolves/) - Rockets’ Men came out on top against Worcester Wolves to secure their place in the playoff final with a 70-55 win in a thrilling local derby at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Rockets went into the game off the back of an impressive victory against Greenwich Titans in the quarter finals. Worcester arrived in
- [Playoff Semifinal Match Report: Rockets Women 61-57 Nottingham Uni Wildcats](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-61-57-nottingham-uni-wildcats/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Women’s First Team progressed to the WNBL Playoff Finals after a hard fought 61-57 win against Nottingham Uni Wildcats at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. On a monumental evening for Birmingham basketball, Coach Emery’s side rose to the occasion once again to book their place in the National Finals –
- [Playoff Finals 2023: Ticket & Travel Details](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/playoff-finals-2023-ticket-travel-details/) - Both of our first teams are competing in the Playoff Finals this coming Saturday. The full schedule and details for fan travel can be found below. Saturday 22nd April 2023 15.30pm WNBL Division 2 Women’s Playoff Finals (Rockets Women vs Sheffield Hatters II) 18:00pm NBL Division 2 Men’s Playoff Finals (Rockets Men vs St Helens
- [Match Report: Birmingham Rockets Men 89-69 Greenwich Titans](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-birmingham-rockets-men-89-69-greenwich-titans/) - Rockets’ Men advanced to the semi-final of the NBL Division 2 playoffs by way of a comfortable 89-69 win against Greenwich Titans at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Rockets entered the post-season on the back of a near perfect regular season campaign, with a 21-1 record reflective of the quality the team have displayed
- [Junior Roundup: 1st April 2023](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-1st-april-2023/) - With two of our junior teams rounding off their regular season and another two starting their playoff campaigns, there was a lot to play for over the weekend! The Playoff Picture Under 14 Boys Premier Our Under 14 Boys headed to the capital on Saturday for their playoff first round tie against a strong London
- [2022/23 Season: Junior Roundup](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2022-23-season-junior-roundup/) - As the 2022/23 National League regular season draws to a close across the club – take a look at how our teams have fared with our regular season roundup! Under 12 Mixed The season is not yet over for our Under 12 side who will be looking to finish the season on a positive note
- [Four Rockets Players Called Up To England National Teams](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/four-rockets-players-called-up-to-england-national-teams/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to see Tia May, Ziah Francis, Shuja Barnaby and Layjuan Farrell called up to their respective England national team setups. Layjuan has been selected for the upcoming Under 16 Four Nations Tournament in Dublin which will take place from the 5th-6th April. Tia will be joining the Under 15
- [2023 Awards Day Details](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2023-awards-day-details/) - We are pleased to advise details of our 2023 end of season awards which will take place at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday 13th May, from 2-5pm. This year's event, supported by the West Midlands Armed Forces, will include recognition for Most Valuable Player, Most Improved Player and Defensive Player for each team in addition
- [Junior Roundup: 11th/12th March 2023](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-11th-12th-march-2023/) - Saturday marked the end of the season for our Under 18 Boys Conference side who wrapped up their 2022/23 campaign with a dominant 97-55 win over Stourport Spartans to ensure a second-place finish in the league standings. It has been a fantastic year for Coach Dudley’s side who finish the season with a 7-4 record
- [International Women's Day: Female Programme Roundup](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/international-womens-day-female-programme-roundup/) - Our female programmes have enjoyed a fantastic year in 2022/23 – catch up on the highlights below! Community Programme A new All-Girls Community Club at Heartlands Academy has offered an alternative, female focussed playing environment for players of all abilities to learn from coaches from our performance programme. Women’s First Team player Ellie Pierpoint has
- [Match Report: Rockets Win League With Victory Over Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-win-league-with-victory-over-hoods/) - Rockets' Men's First Team clinched the league title with a comprehensive 88-61 victory against Nottingham Hoods at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday night. The team extended their unbeaten streak to 20-0 and are just two games away from an undefeated regular season campaign. Coach Gayle’s side went into the game on the back of a
- [Match Report: Worcester Wolves 79-83 Rockets Men](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-worcester-wolves-79-83-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Men’s First Team recorded a dramatic 83-79 win at Worcester Wolves on Friday evening to move to within just one win of clinching the league title. Worcester had a point to prove after falling to Rockets on all three of our previous meetings as NBL sides – a run dating back
- [Junior Roundup: Under 16 Boys End Manchester's Unbeaten Run!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-under-16-boys-end-manchesters-unbeaten-run/) - The weekend proved to be a hugely successful one across the club as a number of key results went our way with the players across the junior programme once again doing the club proud. This is perhaps best demonstrated by our Under 16 Boys Premier side, who took down league leaders Manchester Magic 65-59 at
- [Match Report: Rockets Men 80-67 Bristol Hurricanes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-men-80-67-bristol-hurricanes/) - Rockets overcame third placed Bristol Hurricanes to extend the streak to 18 wins and 0 losses in the league after a comfortable 80-67 at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Bristol came into the game with a point to prove having lost the reverse fixture in overtime back in November and they came out of
- [Aston University Become Headline Sponsor For Rockets Secondary Schools Programme](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/aston-university-become-headline-sponsor-for-rockets-secondary-schools-programme/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce Aston University as a Headline Sponsor of our Secondary School Community Programme. The partnership will see the university headline our school activity with children in years 9-11 with their support set to be crucial in our continued efforts to expand our offering to the young people of
- [Weekend Roundup: 11th/12th February 2023](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-roundup-11th-12th-february-2023/) - There were a number of big wins for Rockets across the weekend and as we approach the business end of the season a number of our teams look well placed in their respective divisions. Our Under 16 Girls team continued their title charge with a crucial 73-43 victory at Bromsgrove on Sunday morning. Another strong
- [Match Report: Rockets 92-61 Derbyshire Arrows](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-92-61-derbyshire-arrows/) - Rockets Men’s First Team extended their unbeaten streak to 14-0 with a comfortable 92-61 win over third placed Derbyshire Arrows at Nechells in our first home game of 2023. The team were coming off the back of a big win away at Myerscough Academy and had to overcome an Arrows side with a 8-5 record
- [Weekend Roundup 14th/15th January 2023](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-roundup-14th-15th-january-2023/) - It was a successful weekend of action for Rockets with five wins from seven across the club. The result of the weekend goes to our Under 18 Boys Premier side, who upset league leaders Surrey Rams to come away with a 71-68 home win. Antwone Armstrong-Wheatle hit the decisive three with just seconds on the
- [Weekend Preview: 14th/15th January 2023](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-14th-15th-january-2023/) - Rockets return to action tomorrow with seven games set to take place over the course of the weekend. Our Under 14 Boys Conference get things started at 12:20 on Saturday against Shrewsbury Storm, with Coach Gaskell’s side looking to build on last weekend’s win against a Shrewsbury side who are also still finding their feet
- [New Community Sessions Added For 2023!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/new-community-sessions-added-for-2023/) - We are pleased to announce that a host of new sessions will be added to our community offering for 2023! The new sessions include dedicated sessions for both boys and girls, as well as a new mixed community session - the details can be found via the link below. Our new look booking page allows
- [National Cup Semi-final Preview](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/national-cup-semi-final-preview/) - It’s semi-finals day tomorrow with two big games for our Rockets as both our Under 16 Boys Premier and Women’s First Team look to progress to the National Cup finals. Women vs Thames Valley Cavaliers (A) 13:00 tip-off Our Women’s First Team have enjoyed a memorable cup run to this point. Coach Emery’s side have
- [Rockets Sign The 1,000th Armed Forces Covenant](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-sign-the-1000th-armed-forces-covenant/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are proud to be the 1,000th sign up to the Armed Forces Covenant - pledging our support to the fantastic work of our armed forces and cadets. Rockets were represented by current first team players & military personnel Jordan Dawes & Samuel Toluwase, CEO Robert Palmer, Chair Kirk Dawes
- [Match Report: Rockets 71-66 London Greenhouse Pioneers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-71-66-london-greenhouse-pioneers/) - A youthful City of Birmingham Rockets side, heavily supplemented by Under 18s, defeated London Greenhouse Pioneers in a midseason friendly at Nechells Wellbeing Centre this afternoon. With a packed 2023 schedule set to get underway in the coming weeks, today’s game offered an ideal opportunity for the team to maintain fitness during the winter break
- [<strong>EABL: Rockets Academy at BMet – Midseason Report</strong>](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/eabl-rockets-academy-at-bmet-midseason-report/) - The EABL season has reached its midway point – catch up on the progress of our Rockets Academy at BMet with our midseason report! Rockets have one of the youngest rosters in the division, but have demonstrated an ability to be competitive in the country’s highest level of college basketball with their continual development evident
- [Weekend Roundup: 17th December 2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-roundup-17th-december-2022/) - The final round of fixtures for 2022 saw just four games take place on Saturday, with Rockets recording three victories and coming seconds away from a clean sweep. Our Under 16 Girls were up first at midday away in Leicester with Coach Evans’ side overcoming Leicester Warriors by a 100-point margin in a 114-14 demolition.
- [Player Sponsor: Edge Ahead Tuition Sponsor Kayne King For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player-sponsor-edge-ahead-tuition-sponsor-kayne-king-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that Edge Ahead Tuition are sponsoring Kayne King for the 2022/23 season! Edge Ahead Tuition caters to children aged 11+, offering GCSE, holiday & A-Level tuition to support young people's education. With over 10 years of experience, Edge Ahead Tuition tailor their lessons to the needs of
- [Junior Spotlight: Under 16 Boys Premier](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-spotlight-under-16-boys-premier/) - Summer 2022 saw several significant enhancements to the Rockets performance programme. In addition to appointing a Technical Director for the programme, the club added additional practice sessions, specialised Strength & Conditioning programmes and access to Sports Psychologists to make the Rockets junior programme one of the most comprehensive offerings in the country. Technical Director Paul
- [Weekend Preview: 17th December](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-17th-december/) - Rockets are back in action for the final game day of 2022 tomorrow with four fixtures set to take place across the club. Our Under 16 Girls get the action started away at Leicester Warriors at midday with Coach Evans’ side looking to continue their perfect start to the season. The other three games all
- [Match Report: Rockets 77-64 Bristol Academy Flyers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-77-64-bristol-academy-flyers/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Men’s First Team extended their unbeaten run to 10-0 with a hard fought 77-64 win over Bristol Academy Flyers at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday afternoon. Rockets went into the game looking to take their winning run into double figures with victory over a Flyers side that sat fourth in the
- [Player Sponsor: Newstead Clark Sponsor Karl Teesdale For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player-sponsor-newstead-clark-sponsor-karl-teesdale-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that Newstead Clark are sponsoring Karl Teesdale for the 2022/23 season! Newstead Clark provide financial solutions to match the needs of their clients. They offer a Free Consultation to find out client needs and provide initial feedback. They then match the client needs to what’s available in
- [EABL Match Report: MBet Rockets Academy 68-94 SGS College](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/eabl-match-report-mbet-rockets-academy-68-94-sgs-college/) - The Rockets Academy at BMet fell to a 68-94 defeat against a strong SGS College side at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Wednesday afternoon. Despite the result, there are plenty of positives for the coaching staff to take from a spirited performance against a strong side. Our visitors started on the front foot, coming out of
- [Junior Roundup: 3rd/4th December 2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-3rd-4th-december-2022/) - It was another busy weekend for Rockets’ junior sides with a host of impressive results across the board and every team continuing to showcase their progression on the court. Our Under 16 Boys Premier side enjoyed a fantastic weekend as they ground out two critical wins in the context of their season. Saturday saw Coach
- [<strong>Junior Spotlight: Under 14 Boys Premier</strong>](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-spotlight-under-14-boys-premier/) - Summer 2022 saw several significant enhancements to the Rockets performance programme. In addition to appointing a Technical Director for the programme, the club added additional practice sessions, specialised Strength & Conditioning programmes and access to Sports Psychologists to make the Rockets junior programme one of the most comprehensive offerings in the country. It was a
- [EABL Match Report: BMet Rockets Academy 39-89 Myerscough Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/eabl-match-report-bmetrockets-academy-39-89-myerscough-academy/) - The Rockets Academy at BMet suffered a 39-89 defeat at the hands of Myerscough College at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Wednesday afternoon. Rockets were without top scorer Miles Moore for the game and his scoring was missed as Rockets struggled to get into a consistent offensive rhythm. The game started on an even footing, with
- [EABL Preview: BMet Rockets Academy vs Myerscough College](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/eabl-preview-bmet-rockets-academy-vs-myerscough-college/) - The Rockets Academy at BMet return to Nechells Wellbeing Centre this afternoon to face Myerscough College in their latest EABL fixture, tip-off 3:20pm. Two postponed fixtures in the past three weeks have halted the hopes of the coaching staff to build on our last home win against Sheffield, with our only fixture since that win
- [Player Sponsor: Greenvilla Homes Sponsor Jordan Dawes For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player-sponsor-greenvilla-homes-sponsor-jordan-dawes-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that Greenvilla Homes Ltd are sponsoring Jordan Dawes for the 2022/23 season! Greenvilla Homes are a local, family run business who specialise in developing the highest quality of new build houses and apartments. Rockets CEO, Robert Palmer, said, "We have been overwhelmed by the response to our
- [Match Report: Nottingham Trent Hoods 74-105 Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-nottingham-trent-hoods-74-105-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Men’s First Team recorded a comprehensive 105-74 win in Nottingham yesterday afternoon – moving to 9-0 in the league and maintaining their place atop the league standings. Rockets came into the game as the division’s only remaining unbeaten side whilst Nottingham were the only side yet to register a victory. Despite
- [Junior Roundup: 26th/27th November 2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-26th-27th-november-2022/) - It was a positive weekend for our junior programme, with emphatic wins for our Under 14 Boys Premier and Under 18 Women as we edge ever closer to the midseason break. Coach Afonso Tavares’ U14 side recorded their biggest win of the season so far with a commanding 115-52 home win against Cheshire Phoenix. Putting
- [Match Report: Rockets 66-57 Worcester Wolves](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-vs-worcester-wolves-match-report/) - Our Men’s First Team extended their streak to 8-0 with a hard fought 66-57 victory over third place Worcester Wolves at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. The first quarter was very tense, both teams looked strong on defence with little to split the sides in the opening exchanges. A record crowd at Nechells Wellbeing
- [EABL Preview: Manchester Magic Academy vs BMet Rockets Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/eabl-preview-manchester-magic-academy-vs-bmet-rockets-academy/) - The Rockets Academy at Birmingham Metropolitan College make the journey north to face Manchester Magic (Loreto College) in their latest EABL outing this afternoon, tip-off 4:15pm. Magic have endured a stuttering start to the season having one just one of their first five games. That win came on game day two, as they beat Sheffield
- [Junior Roundup: 19th/20th November](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-19th-20th-november/) - Seven junior games took place over the course of the weekend and it proved to be another productive round of fixtures for our junior sides. The standout performance came on Sunday in Derbyshire as our Under 16 Girls continued their perfect start to the season, moving to 3-0 in the league, with a commanding 96-42
- [First Team Doubleheader Preview](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/first-team-doubleheader-preview/) - Our unbeaten first teams return to Nechells Wellbeing Centre tomorrow evening for an enticing doubleheader of basketball action! Last weekend saw both of our first teams record league wins on Saturday, with our men’s team snatching victory from the jaws of defeat with a dramatic away win at Bristol Hurricanes. Sunday saw our Women’s First
- [Junior Roundup: 12th/13th November 2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-12th-13th-november-2022/) - It was a busy Saturday for our junior programme with six of our teams in action over the course of a busy afternoon across the country. Nechells Wellbeing Centre proved a fortress with all three games resulting in resounding Rockets wins. Our Under 18 Boys Conference side bounced back from last weekend’s disappointment in emphatic
- [First Team Weekend Preview](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/first-team-weekend-preview/) - It is set to be a busy weekend for our Rockets first teams, with our men taking on Bristol Hurricanes in a crucial game between two of the early pacesetters whilst our women’s side face away trips to Derby in the league and Manchester in the cup. Rockets Men vs Bristol Hurricanes Rockets’ Men’s First
- [EABL Match Report: Rockets BMet Academy 78-73 Sheffield](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/eabl-match-report-rockets-bmet-academy-77-72-sheffield/) - The Rockets Academy at BMet College won their first EABL game of the season with a 78-73 success over Sheffield at Nechells Wellbeing Centre this afternoon. Rockets controlled first quarter, with Nektarios Papadopoulos and Miles Moore proving a constant threat on the offensive end as Coach Paul Douglas’ side raced away to an early lead.
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 92-63 Leicester Warriors](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-92-63-leicester-warriors/) - Birmingham Rockets' Men's First Team extended their unbeaten run to 6-0, beating Leicester Warriors 92-63 in a fiery encounter at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. After overcoming Doncaster away from home the weekend prior, our men faced a Leicester Warriors side who started the season with two wins from five after suffering relegation from Division
- [Junior Roundup: 5th/6th November 2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-5th-6th-november-2022/) - The weekend saw an extremely busy couple of days for our Rockets Youth teams with the standout result being the Under 16 Premier team’s 72-63 cup victory over Milton Keynes at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Sunday. On Saturday afternoon Rockets Under 16 girls produced an energy-filled, high-quality display to beat Bromsgrove Bears 87-54 with some
- [Tickets For All Remaining 2022 Fixtures Are On Sale Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tickets-for-all-remaining-2022-fixtures-are-on-sale-now/) - Tickets for all remaining Rockets fixtures in 2022 are on sale now! Show your support for Rockets and basketball in Birmingham by coming along to Nechells Wellbeing Centre and see for yourself why our award-winning game nights are not to be missed! With five home fixtures in the next seven weeks in the run up
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Leicester Warriors](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-leicester-warriors/) - City of Birmingham Rockets return to Nechells Wellbeing Centre tomorrow evening for our highly anticipated local derby clash with Leicester Warriors, tip-off 19:30. There are sure to be fireworks on and off the court as we look to extend our unbeaten start to the league season and make it six wins from six to start
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 72-59 St Helens Saints](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-st-helens-saints/) - Rockets Men’s First Team were victorious over St Helens Saints recording a 72-59 win in a thrilling affair at Nechells Wellbeing Centre in our last home fixture of October. The game would see the end of one unbeaten run in the league, as St Helens had won their opening two games after being promoted from
- [Emma James Is Back At Rockets For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/emma-james-is-back-at-rockets-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to confirm the return of Emma James to our Women's First Team roster for 2022/23! Emma joined us ahead of our inaugural National League season in 2021/22 after graduating from Lancaster University and playing BUCS level competition during her time there. Emma impressed Coach Peter Mintoft during their time
- [Cara Sheppard Returns For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/cara-sheppard-returns-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to confirm that Cara Sheppard is retuning to our Women's First Team roster for the 2022/23 season! Cara joined us prior to the start of last season after representing University of Birmingham, where she competed in the BUCS competition. Having continued her development with us as part of our
- [Martyn Gayle Announced As Player Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/martyn-gayle-announced-as-player-coach/) - Rockets are pleased to announce that Martyn Gayle will step into the role of player coach for the remainder of the 2022/23 season. Shooting Guard Gayle rejoined his boyhood club from Division 1 outfit Team Newcastle this season with the ambition of spearheading Rockets' promotion push.. He will be assisted in his new role by
- [Enkeleda Pashaj Is Back For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/enkeleda-pashaj-is-back-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to confirm that Ekeleda Pashaj has returned to the club for the 2022/23 season! Enke was an influential figure in the group during the 2021/22 season, controlling the court from the point guard spot. A popular figure within the team, Enke brings tough defensive energy and intensity to the
- [EABL Preview: BMet Rockets Academy vs Newcastle Eagles Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/eabl-preview-bmet-rockets-academy-vs-newcastle-eagles/) - The Rockets Academy at Birmingham Metropolitan College face their second game of the season as they travel up to Newcastle to take on the Eagles Academy in the EABL Northern Conference this afternoon. Last week's home opener against Derby College Trailblazers ended in a 66-78 loss in what was the team's inaugural fixture in this
- [Jess Blandford Commits To Rockets For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/jess-blandford-commits-to-rockets-for-2022-23/) - We are delighted to confirm that Jess Blandford has committed to Rockets for the upcoming season as part of our Women's First Team roster. Jess has impressed in her early season outings and we are pleased to have her with us for the season! She joins up with Rockets having represented Itchen College & Team
- [Junior Performance Roundup](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-performance-roundup/) - It was a busy weekend for Rockets Junior Performance Teams with mixed results but some very encouraging signs across the club. Saturday On Saturday a strong display from our Under 16 Conference Boys team saw Coach Brunetti's team take a comfortable 75-50 victory over Worcester Wolves with a display that demonstrated some significant improvements made
- [Hannah Porter Returns For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/hannah-porter-returns-for-2022-23/) - We are delighted to confirm that Hannah Porter is returning to our Women's First Team for the 2022/23 season! Hannah is a popular and well respected figure in the group and we are looking forward to seeing her in action after being sidelined through injury for large parts of last season. Assistant Coach Peter Mintoft
- [Ruth Usman Joins Our Women's First Team!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ruth-usman-joins-our-womens-first-team/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to confirm that Ruth Usman is joining up with our Women's First Team for 2022/23! Ruth was part of our YBL roster last season, a competition we went on to win, and impressed new Head Coach Ryan Emery during the offseason. Coach Emery signalled her versatility as a key
- [Sarah Mullgrave Is Back For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/sarah-mullgrave-is-back-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the return of Sarah Mullgrave to our Women's First Team roster for 2022/23! Sarah joined us midway through last season, going on to be part of our 2022 YBL winning side back in June. She returns under new Head Coach Ryan Emery, who spoke highly of Sarah
- [Fabienne Zere Joins Our Women's First Team!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/fabienne-zere-joins-our-womens-first-team/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the addition of Fabienne Zere to our Women's First Team roster for the 2022/23 season. Fabienne is another of the new additions our roster this year and Head Coach Ryan Emery is looking forward to the impact she will have this year. He said: "Fabienne is one
- [Sam Toluwase Joins Rockets!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/sam-toluwase-joins-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the arrival of Samuel Toluwase as part of our Men's First Team roster for the 2022/23 season! Sam boasts an impressive CV, including seven seasons in the BBL, in a well travelled career which has seen him play across the UK and in Iceland's top tier. He
- [Heather Maxwell Becomes The Latest Addition To Our Women's First Team!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/heather-maxwell-becomes-the-latest-addition-to-our-womens-first-team/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the addition of Heather Maxwell to our Women's First Team roster for 2022/23! Heather has played with Reading Rockets for the past two years, competing as part of their NBL Division One roster in 2021/22. She also enjoyed success in last season's WEABL - ranking as one
- [Felicite Umuhoza Is Back For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/felicite-umuhoza-is-back-for-2022-23/) - We are delighted to confirm that Felicite Umuhoza is returning to Rockets for 2022/23! Felicite captained the side last season under Coach Peter Mintoft and we are pleased to have her back with us for the upcoming campaign. A popular figure in the group, she will play an important role on and off the court
- [Siggy Hoar Is A Rocket For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/siggy-hoar-is-a-rocket-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that Siggy Hoar is joining our Men's First Team for the 2022/23 season! The 6"6 forward has been a cornerstone of the Shropshire Warriors programme, representing the club at National League level and winning multiple West Midlands league and cup titles. Despite being born in Middlesbrough, Siggy
- [Michael Gayle Returns For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/michael-gayle-returns-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to confirm that Michael Gayle is returning to our Men's First Team for 2022/23! Michael, a widely respected figure in Birmingham basketball, captained the side last season and we look forward to his continued impact both on and off the court as part of our exciting new roster. Michael
- [Karl Teesdale Joins Rockets!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/karl-teesdale-joins-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the addition of Karl Teesdale to our Men's First Team roster for the upcoming season! Karl joins us on the back of a fruitful spell with our cross city rivals Team Birmingham Elite in 2021/22 and we are pleased to add his skillset to an already talented
- [Weekend Report: Two Wins For Our Men & A Strong Performance From Our Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-report-two-wins-for-our-men-a-strong-performance-from-our-women/) - Our first teams were both in action over the course of a productive weekend at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. Saturday saw our Men's First Team host Warwickshire Hawks before Worcester Wolves visited us on Sunday to play both of our first teams that evening. Our Men's First Team recorded two comfortable victories whilst our Women's First
- [Taiwo Badmus Joins Up With Our Men's First Team!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/taiwo-badmus/) - We are pleased to announce the addition of Taiwo Badmus to our Men's First Team roster ahead of the upcoming NBL Division Two North season! Taiwo joins Rockets on the back of a spell at fellow Division Two outfit Nottingham Trent University Hoods and we are excited to see him continue his basketball journey with
- [Luke Okosieme Is A Rocket!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/luke-okosieme-is-a-rocket/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the addition of Luke Okosieme to our Men’s First Team roster ahead of the 2022/23 season. Luke, 21, represented England High Jumping at U17, U18 & U20 level before making the transition to basketball. After playing in Portugal during his university placement year, Luke returns to the
- [American Forward Christian Prince Joins Rockets!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/american-forward-christian-prince-joins-rockets/) - We are delighted to announce the addition of American forward Christian Prince to our Men's First Team roster! Christian, a 6"8 Forward/Center, played in Valencia, Spain last year. During this time, Christian helped his team finish 2nd in their division and gain promotion. Originally from New Jersey, Christian played varsity basketball at St Joseph High
- [Dume Okibe Joins Up With Our Men's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/dume-okibe-joins-up-with-our-mens-first-team/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the addition of Dume Okibe to our Men's First Team roster for the 2022/23 NBL Division Two North season! The 6"7 forward joins up with Rockets after representing the EABL side at Sutton College from 2019-2022. Originally from Milton Keynes, Dume represented his hometown club Milton Keynes
- [Milly Harrison Returns For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/milly-harrison-returns-for-2022-23/) - We are pleased to confirm that Milly Harrison is returning to our Women's First Team for the 2022/23 season! Milly proved to be a reliable presence last season and we are delighted that she is returning under new Head Coach Ryan Emery. Ryan is looking forward to working closely with Milly this season and believes
- [Georgia Darby Becomes The Latest Addition To Our Women's First Team!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/georgia-darby-becomes-the-latest-addition-to-our-womens-first-team/) - We are pleased to announce that Georgia Darby is joining our Women's First Team for the 2022/23 season! Georgia has been part of the setup at Worcester Wolves since 2019 and will be reunited with new Rockets Head Coach Ryan Emery this season. She has also played for West Bromwich Albion Basketball Club, playing as
- [Catarina Seixas Joins Our Women's First Team!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/catarina-seixas-joins-our-womens-first-team/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to announce the addition of Portuguese guard Catarina Seixas to our Women's First Team roster for the 2022/23 season! Catarina won the Player's Player of the Year award at Coventry Flames last season and will add a potent shooting threat to Coach Ryan Emery's side. After coming
- [October Fixtures Are On Sale Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/october-fixtures-are-on-sale-now/) - Our award-winning Rockets game nights are not to be missed! Click here to buy individual match tickets for our October fixtures. You can also be sure of your seat for the entire season with our season tickets - click here to get yours today! With a host of experienced and exciting talent already signed up
- [Ronald Oberia Returns To Rockets!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ronald-oberia-returns-to-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce that Ronald Oberia is returning to Rockets in what represents yet another statement signing ahead of the 2022/23 season. Ronald returns to the club after spells at Team Derby Spartans, Derbyshire Spartans, Derby Trailblazers and most recently, Team Birmingham Elite. Ronald's impact was immense last season, with
- [Opportunities at Rockets!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/opportunities-at-rockets/) - We have the following opportunities available ahead of the upcoming season. Paid Community Coaches (8-12 hours per week with the possibility of additional hours).Voluntary Team Managers (Assist coaches with maintaining kit, organising transport, and logistics throughout the season).Voluntary Assistant Coaches (Performance Programme, U12-U18). To express your interest in any of the above positions, please email
- [Kayne King Joins Rockets For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/kayne-king-joins-rockets-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce that Kayne King is joining up with our Men's First Team for 2022/23! In another statement of intent from the club, Kayne, an established Division One player with Derby Trailblazers and Leicester Warriors, joins up with Coach Rodrigues' side. Coach Rodrigues is looking forward to working with
- [Michael Price Is Back For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/michael-price-is-back-for-2022-23/) - We are pleased to confirm that Michael Price will be returning to Rockets for the upcoming season! Michael becomes our third returning player from last season with his drive, determination and athletic ability impressing new Head Coach Nuno Rodrigues. Coach Rodrigues is looking forward to continuing Mike's development this season, he said, "Mike Price has
- [He's Home. Martyn Gayle Returns To Rockets!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/hes-home-martyn-gayle-returns-to-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to announce that Martyn Gayle is joining up with our Men's First Team for the 2022/23 season! Birmingham native Martyn, who began his affiliation with Rockets back in 2005 as a U18, is the record three-point shooter in NBL Division 1 history whilst his 96.4% free throw
- [Men's First Team MVP Nathan Ramsdale-Owen Returns For 2022/23!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mens-first-team-mvp-nathan-ramsdale-owen-returns-for-2022-23/) - We are delighted to announce that last season's Men's First Team MVP winner Nathan Ramsdale-Owen has committed to Rockets for the 2022/23 season! Nathan played a crucial role for us in 2021/22, impressing fans and coaches alike as he went on to claim the MVP award back in May. Men's First Team Head Coach, Nuno
- [Jordan Dawes Becomes First Addition To 2022/23 Men's First Team Roster](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/jordan-dawes-becomes-first-addition-to-2022-23-mens-first-team-roster/) - We are delighted to announce that Jordan Dawes will be returning to Rockets for the 2022/23 season! Jordan's affinity with Rockets stretches back some fifteen years, initially joining up with the club as a U15, before enjoying stints at Leicester Riders and Worcester Wolves ahead of rejoining us for the 2021/22 campaign. Rockets Head Coach,
- [Ellie Pierpoint Joins Up With Rockets For 2022/23](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ellie-pierpoint-joins-up-with-rockets-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the addition of Ellie Pierpoint to our Women's First Team roster for the 2022/23 season. Ellie becomes our second roster addition after Michelle Turner committed to the club last week. Having spent time at Worcester Wolves with new Rockets Head Coach Ryan Emery back in the 2017/18
- [Last Chance To Try Out For Our Men's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/last-chance-to-try-out-for-our-mens-first-team/) - Our final try-out date for our Men's First Team takes place this Thursday! After a very strong showing at our initial try-out date last month we look forward to welcoming any remaining players who wish to be considered to Nechells Wellbeing Centre this Thursday where try-outs will take place from 7:30pm-9:00pm. Players that attended our
- [Come To Our BMet Academy Open Day This Sunday!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/come-to-our-bmet-academy-open-day-this-sunday/) - Our Rockets Academies offer the ultimate way to combine basketball development and academic study at three providers across the city! Our unique partnerships with BMet, Broadway Academy & Solihull Sixth Form allow players from across the city to be part of our academies wherever you are based so come and learn more at this Sunday's
- [Winners of Commonwealth Games Tickets Announced!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/winners-of-commonwealth-games-tickets-announced/) - Our partners Gowling WLG UK kindly provided us with some Commonwealth Games tickets to give away to the young people of Birmingham. All club members were in with a chance at a pair of tickets for the Games at events taking place early next week. We are pleased to be able to reveal the following
- [Rockets In Review: February](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-review-february/) - February was a busy month for the Rockets as we approached the season’s climax. Each game was crucial with play-off places and league positions still up for grabs with only a handful of fixtures remaining. Our Under-12 Mixed side suffered defeat in their only game of February, as they fell to Derby Trailblazers 64-51 in
- [Daniele Brunetti Set To Coach Under-16 Boys Conference](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/daniele-brunetti-set-to-coach-under-16-boys-conference/) - We are pleased to announce Daniele Brunetti as our Under-16 Boys Conference Head Coach ahead of the upcoming season! Daniele has been involved with Rockets since 2017 coaching young people across the club as well as coaching at our Hakeem Olajuwon International Summer Camps and we are pleased to have him continue his journey with
- [Michelle Turner Returns To Rockets For 2022/23](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/michelle-turner-returns-to-rockets-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to announce that Michelle Turner will be returning to our Women's First Team for the 2022/23 season. Michelle played an integral role last season as we adapted to NBL Division Two and we look forward to seeing her back out on the court in a Rockets jersey
- [Chair Kirk Dawes & Hometown Hero Ricardo D'Alva Represent Rockets at Queens Baton Relay](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/chair-kirk-dawes-hometown-hero-ricardo-dalva-represent-rockets-at-queens-baton-relay/) - We were pleased to see two integral members of our organisation recognised for their contributions to the city of Birmingham in the past few days as part of the Queen's Baton Relay ahead of the 2022 Commonwealth Games. Ricardo D'Alva, also recognised as a Hometown Hero ahead of the Games, was first to carry the
- [2022/23 Season Tickets On Sale Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2022-23-season-tickets-on-sale-now/) - Make sure you're there for all of the action next season with our Rockets season ticket! Our Men's First Team home games proved extremely popular last season with two sell-out crowds and we expect this season to be even bigger! We can't wait to get started again and it promises to be our biggest season
- [Rockets In Review: January](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-review-january/) - January was a strong month for the Rockets, particularly in the later gameweeks, as we recorded some important wins across the club. It was a slow start to the month for our Under-16 Conference side, who played just once in January, as they suffered a 75-44 defeat to Coventry Elite. Saturday 15th January proved to be
- [Pre-Enrol Onto Our Rockets Academy Today!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/pre-enrol-onto-our-rockets-academy-today/) - With the 2022/23 academic year fast approaching, make sure you join us as part of one of our Rockets Academies - the ultimate way to combine basketball development with academic study! Our BMet Academy offers students the opportunity to complete the Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) programme as one of just sixteen providers of this
- [City of Birmingham Rockets and Birmingham Metropolitan College Announce Performance-Level Partnership](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/city-of-birmingham-rockets-and-birmingham-metropolitan-college-announce-performance-level-partnership/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to announce a new performance-level partnership with Birmingham Metropolitan College which will allow select student athletes the opportunity to complete the Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) as part of the Rockets Academy. This new programme will also allow student athletes to compete in the Elite Basketball Academy
- [Final Men's First Team Try-Out Date On 4th August](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/final-mens-first-team-try-out-date-on-4th-august/) - After an incredibly popular and successful initial try-out session last Saturday we are pleased to announce a further date for any player who still wishes to be considered for our Men's First Team in the 2022/23 season. This will be your FINAL opportunity to be considered for the upcoming campaign so we encourage any player
- [Rockets Community Team Provide Free Basketball at NX West Midlands Family Fun Day](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-community-team-provide-free-basketball-at-nx-west-midlands-family-fun-day/) - Our community team were at The New Irish Centre in Birmingham yesterday providing open basketball activity to people of all ages as part of the National Express West Midlands Family Fun Day. The court was busy throughout the day with beginners through to more experienced players afforded the opportunity to play basketball free of charge.
- [Rockets CEO Robert Palmer Visits Spanish Partners HLA Alicante](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-ceo-robert-palmer-visits-spanish-partners-hla-alicante/) - City of Birmingham Rockets CEO Robert Palmer is midway through a visit to Spain with our Spanish partners, LEB Gold club, HLA Alicante, to share ideas and learn from their rise in Spanish basketball. The trip comes at an important moment for Rockets as an organisation, with a club organisational review being undertaken which will ultimately shape
- [Marcellus Elfrey Remains As Under-18 Women's Head Coach For 2022/23](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/marcellus-elfrey-remains-as-under-18-womens-head-coach-for-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to confirm that Marcellus Elfrey will be staying on to coach our Under-18 Women’s Team. Coach Elfrey led the team to the Under-18 North division title last season and will be looking to build on last season’s successes in the coming campaign. His side lost just once in the
- [Ricardo D'Alva Moves Into Under-18 Men's Premier Head Coach Role](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ricardo-dalva-moves-into-under-18-mens-premier-head-coach-role/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce that Ricardo D'Alva will remain as part of the coaching setup at the club as he takes on the role of Under-18 Men's Premier Head Coach for the 2022/23 season. Coach Ricardo enjoyed a successful season in 2021/22, leading our Under-16 Boys Premier to the playoffs and
- [Inaugural Central Venue League Wraps Up With Dramatic Finale](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/inaugural-central-venue-league-wraps-up-with-dramatic-finale/) - Rockets’ inaugural Central Venue League came to an end in the most dramatic of finales on Sunday, with The Bears eking out a narrow victory courtesy of a free throw in the final seconds. The Bears then found a late basket to pull away to an eventual 25-22 victory against the second-placed Eagles, marking the
- [Under-12 Head Coaching Vacancy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/under-12-head-coaching-vacancy/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are looking a dedicated Head Coach to fill the following Under-12 Mixed Head Coach vacancy on our Junior Performance Programme ahead of the 2022/23 season. We are keen to hear from progressive and ambitious coaches who would like to be part of the Rockets organisation at what is an exciting time
- [Rockets Host 20 Schools From Across Birmingham To Round Off The Canon Respect Project](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-host-20-schools-from-across-birmingham-to-round-off-the-canon-respect-project/) - During the past 5 weeks we have delivered the Canon Respect Schools Project which culminated in us hosting Primary and Secondary Tournaments at Nechells Wellbeing Centre over the past two days. This rounded off the Canon Respect Project, which was run in conjunction with B. Braun Sheffield Sharks and Canon Medical Systems Europe. The project
- [Nathan Ramsdale-Owen Appointed Strength & Conditioning Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/nathan-ramsdale-owen-appointed-strength-conditioning-coach/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the addition of Nathan Ramsdale-Owen to the Rockets coaching staff as a dedicated Strength & Conditioning Coach. Nathan has a long affiliation with Rockets and we are thrilled that he will be joining us to further supplement our performance programme. Nathan had this to say about his
- [Men's First Team Try-Outs Set For 16th July](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mens-first-team-try-outs-set-for-16th-july/) - We are pleased to confirm the following date for our Division Two Men's First Team Try-Outs. The session will take place from 2pm-4pm on Saturday 16th July at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. In order to monitor the numbers of those attending, players are required to book online in advance of the try-out date. We expect competition
- [Nuno Rodrigues Named Men's First Team Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/nuno-rodrigues-named-mens-first-team-head-coach/) - Rockets are delighted to announce the appointment of Nuno Rodrigues as Men’s First Team Head Coach for the 2022/23 season, subject to work permit approval. Portuguese native Nuno joins Rockets after spending the 2021/22 campaign in Angola as Head Coach & Youth Coordinator at Clube Desportivo de Agosto. Prior to that, he led Sport Clube
- [Steve Dudley Set To Coach Under-18 Boys Conference In 2022/23](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/steve-dudley-set-to-coach-under-18-boys-conference-in-2022-23/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce that Steve Dudley will be continuing his coaching journey with us by taking charge of our Under-18 Boys Conference side for the 2022/23 season. Steve is a highly respected coach within the club having led our Under-16 Conference side last season and we are pleased to have
- [Mark Evans Stays On As Under-16 Girls Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mark-evans-stays-on-as-under-16-girls-head-coach/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are pleased to announce that Mark Evans will be staying on as Under-16 Girls Head Coach for the 2022/23 season. Mark will continue leading our Under-16 girls programme and will be looking to build on last season's fourth-place finish in the Under-16 Girls Midlands Division with the league set
- [Afonso Tavares Appointed Under-14 Boys Premier Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/afonso-tavares-appointed-under-14-boys-premier-head-coach/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are pleased to announce that Afonso Tavares is joining the club to take up the position of Head Coach of our Under-14 Premier side. Coach Afonso is a progressive Portuguese coach and boasts extensive experience at Portuguese sides Clube Desportivo José Régio and Clube Desportivo da Póvoa. He had
- [Matt Gaskell To Continue As Under-14 Boys Conference Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/matt-gaskell-to-continue-as-under-14-boys-conference-head-coach/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are pleased to announce that Matt Gaskell will remain in position as Under-14 Boys Conference Head Coach for the 2022/23 season. Matt led the team to an eighth-place finish in the Under-14 Boys Midlands league last season and is looking forward to getting to work with a new group
- [YBL Final Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 65-57 Lasers Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ybl-final-match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-65-57-lasers-basketball-club/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Women’s First Team won the YBL Playoff Final after beating Lasers Basketball Club 65-57 at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Wednesday night, in what proved to be a tightly contested game. The game started quickly with both sides looking threatening. This resulted in a relatively even first quarter with Rockets carving out
- [Women's First Team Trial Dates Set For July](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/womens-first-team-trial-dates-set-for-july/) - We are pleased to confirm the following dates for players wishing to try-out for our Women's First Team ahead of the 2022/23 season. Saturday 9th July 2022 Saturday 16th July 2022 The trials will take place from 12pm-2pm at Nechells Wellbeing Centre, Rupert St, Birmingham, B7 4AR. Players are encouraged to attend both dates if
- [YBL Final Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Lasers Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ybl-final-match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-lasers-basketball-club/) - City of Birmingham Rockets' women's YBL side will be competing against Lasers Basketball Club in the YBL final tomorrow evening, tip-off 19:45. It has been a fantastic YBL season for Coach Mintoft's side, with a 79-62 success over University of Wolverhampton in the semi-final on 11th June now presenting our women with the opportunity to
- [Ryan Emery Appointed As Women's First Team Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ryan-emery-appointed-as-womens-first-team-head-coach/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce that Ryan Emery will lead our Women's First Team for the 2022/23 season as the new Head Coach of the programme. Ryan boasts seven seasons worth of experience as Head Coach of Worcester Wolves' Women's First Team, taking them from the bottom of NBL Division Two North
- [Further Junior Head Coach Vacancies Now Available](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/further-junior-head-coach-vacancies-now-available/) - As part of Rockets' restructured Performance Programme, we have two opportunities to join our programme as Head Coaches of our Under-14 Girls and Under-16 Boys Conference teams. We are keen to hear from progressive and ambitious coaches who would like to be part of the Rockets organisation at what is an exciting time for the
- [Rockets In Review: December](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-review-december/) - December was a shorter month with just three weekends worth of fixtures scheduled and a host of games postponed until the new year across the club. It proved to be a slow start to the month, but our Under-12 Mixed side recorded our first win of December in dominant fashion as they dismantled Leicester Riders
- [Rockets Set Up Shoe Swap At Saturday Development Sessions](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-set-up-shoe-swap-at-saturday-development-sessions/) - We are pleased to be launching the Rockets Shoe Swap at our Saturday Development Sessions! This will allow families to swap a pair of trainers for another used pair when they have grown out of their current pair. We are looking for parents to donate unwanted trainers and basketball shoes to the club. They should
- [Rockets In Review: November](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-review-november/) - November was a month of progression across the club with a number of sides recording memorable results in a busy month of action. Our Under-12 Mixed team got our first win of the month on the opening Saturday as they edged Leicester Riders Black 43-41 at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. It was the turn of our
- [Rockets Launch New Central Venue League Starting Sunday 12th June](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-launch-new-central-venue-league-starting-sunday-12th-june/) - We are pleased to be launching a new Central Venue League out of Nechells Wellbeing Centre starting Sunday 12th June 2022. The league will run for five weeks, finishing with a finals day on Sunday 10th July. For all the details and to sign-up now, click here. Please sign-up as soon as possible as places
- [VACANCY | Men's First Team Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vacancy-mens-first-team-head-coach/) - We are inviting applications for the position of Head Coach of our Men’s First Team for the 2022/23 season. This opportunity comes at an exciting time as the club updates its infrastructure to enhance the Rockets programme on and off the court; building on the foundations of last season’s solid 7th place finish in NBL
- [Paul Douglas Moves Into Technical Director Role](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/paul-douglas-moves-into-technical-director-role/) - City of Birmingham Rockets can today confirm that Men’s First Team Head Coach Paul Douglas will move into a new role and become the Club’s new Technical Director. A highly respected figure within the Club, Coach Douglas will move from his current post as Men’s First Team Head Coach to take up a crucial role
- [VACANCIES | Junior Head Coaching Opportunities Available](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vacancies-junior-head-coaching-opportunities-available/) - We have a number of Head Coach opportunities available ahead of the 2022/23 season. It is a hugely exciting time to be involved with Rockets and we are pleased to be able to offer the following opportunities to get involved with the club. Please find the specifications for each available role below. To apply, please
- [Rockets Begin Canon Medical Respect Schools Project In Conjunction With Sheffield Sharks](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-begin-canon-medical-respect-schools-project-in-conjunction-with-sheffield-sharks/) - This week we commence our Canon Medical Respect Schools Project in conjunction with BBL Club, Sheffield Sharks. The programme will see our Community Department deliver free sessions in 10 primary and 10 secondary schools over the next 5 weeks before 3 on 3 tournaments at the home of the Rockets, Nechells Wellbeing Centre, to celebrate
- [Tia May & Ziah Francis Set To Travel To Serbia To Represent England Under-14s Once Again](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tia-may-ziah-francis-set-to-travel-to-serbia-to-represent-england-under-14s-once-again/) - City of Birmingham Rockets would like to wish both Tia May and Ziah Francis the very best of luck as they prepare to head out to Serbia with the England Under-14 National Team. Tia will compete with the U14 Girls in the Serbia International Camp/Games from Saturday 21st May until Tuesday 24th May. Ziah will
- [Vacancy: Women's First Team Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vacancy-womens-first-team-head-coach/) - We are inviting applications for the position of Head Coach of our Women's First Team for the 2022/23 season. This opportunity comes at a hugely exciting time for the Club after a progressive first season in National League Division 2. To express your interest, please send your CV to enquiries@cobrockets.co.uk with the reference 'Women's Head
- [Final Junior Trial Spaces Now Available For 28th May](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-trials/) - We have opened the final allocation of spaces for our junior trial on Saturday 28th May 2022. This is your LAST chance to be part of our performance programme in 2022/23 so book now to avoid disappointment. You can book now by clicking here. Rockets CEO Robert Palmer said, "The level of interest in our
- [Coach Peter Mintoft Steps Back From Women's Head Coach Position](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/coach-peter-mintoft-steps-back-from-womens-head-coach-position/) - City of Birmingham Rockets can today announce that Women’s First Team Head Coach Peter Mintoft will step down from his position to enable a new appointment for the 2022/23 season. The legendary coach oversaw our inaugural season in NBL Women’s Division Two with the team showing great development as the season progressed. Coach Mintoft will
- [Rockets Awards Night 2022 Gallery](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/awards-night-2022-gallery/) - Our End of Season Awards proved hugely popular with a fantastic turnout to celebrate the achievements from across the club during the 2021/22 season. Take a look at some of the pictures from the night with our gallery! Be sure to check out all of our winners on our social media channels.
- [Faaris Mughal Departs Rockets For Academy In USA](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/faaris-mughal-departs-rockets-for-academy-in-usa/) - City of Birmingham Rockets would like to congratulate Faaris Mughal after the eighteen-year-old finalised a move to TMG Prep Academy in the USA to continue his development alongside further academic study from September. Faaris has been with Rockets since the age of twelve and departs with our best wishes having represented the club at National
- [Rockets In Sweden: BasketJoy Erasmus+ Project Visit Gallery](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-sweden-basketjoy-erasmus-project-visit-gallery/) - A group of Rockets players and coaches travelled to Sweden last week as part of the BasketJoy Erasmus+ programme. The programme involves Rockets, Wetterbygden Basketball, HLA Alicante Lucentum of Spain and Special Olympics Bulgaria. Take a look at some of the best images from our visit to Sweden! Stay tuned to our social channels or
- [Rockets Head Out To Sweden For Basketjoy Erasmus Project](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-head-out-to-sweden-for-basketjoy-erasmus-project/) - A group of Rockets players and coaches are today heading to Sweden as part of our Basketjoy Erasmus Project. The project is part of the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union with the aim of promoting inclusive basketball initiatives. We hope everyone on the trip enjoys their time with our Swedish partners Wetterbygden Basketball! Our
- [Rockets Win 'Best Game Day Experience' At NBL Division Two Men Awards](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-win-best-game-day-experience-in-nbl-division-two-men-awards/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to have been awarded the 'Best Game Day Experience' at the NBL Division Two Awards. A lot of work has gone into elevating our game day offering off the court and as such we are delighted that these efforts have been recognised by our fellow clubs. The renovation of
- [Easter Camp Gallery 2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/easter-camp-gallery-2022/) - Take a look at some of the best pictures from our Easter Skills Camp 2022! Our Rockets camps offer the best possible experience for players aged 5-18 and take place at regular intervals throughout the year. Our Hakeem Olajuwon International Summer Camp is coming up for players aged 11-18 this August, make sure you're there!
- [Rockets In Review: October](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-review-october/) - October marked the start of the season for the majority of our teams with seven Rockets sides subsequently claiming their first league wins of the campaign. Our Under 18 Women got their season off on the right foot by overcoming City of Leeds Basketball Club 74-59 to claim their first win before going on to
- [NBL Division Two Men End Of Season Award Nominations Announced](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/nbl-division-two-mens-end-of-season-award-nominations-announced/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to have multiple players recognised as part of the NBL Division Two End of Season Awards. Jordan Dawes and Nathan Ramsdale-Owen have both been nominated for the Player of the Year/Team of the Year award with Michael Gayle joining the pair on the British Team of the Year shortlist.
- [Ziah Francis & Tia May Set To Represent England At U14 Level](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ziah-francis-tia-may-set-to-represent-england-at-u14-level/) - City of Birmingham Rockets would like to congratulate both Ziah Francis & Tia May for their England Under-14 selections. After impressing the England coaches at the England Talent Camp at the National Basketball Performance Centre in Manchester earlier this week both players have now been selected to represent their country. We would like to wish
- [Rockets In Review: September](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-review-september/) - In this series of articles, we take a look back at our 2021/22 season; focussing on the highlights from a memorable campaign across the club. Our Men's First Team got the season started with a trip to University of Worcester Arena to take on Worcester Wolves in NBL Cup action. A new look Rockets side
- [Two Rockets Called Up To England Talent Programme](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/two-rockets-called-up-to-england-talent-programme/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball would like to congratulate Tia May and Ziah Francis for being selected to the England Talent Programme. Both players were selected after impressing during the ASPIRE programme and will now take part in a three day camp at the National Basketball Performance Centre in Manchester. Tia will be joining up
- [Match Report: Worcester Wolves 67-68 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-worcester-wolves-67-68-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - Jordan Dawes’ late shot ensured our progression to the next stage of the NBL Cup, sparking pandemonium amongst the Rockets contingent at Worcester University Arena on Sunday afternoon. The hosts had built up a double-digit lead and held it as late as the final quarter before a host of free throws and a late Wolves
- [Book Now For Our Rockets Easter Camp!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/book-now-for-our-rockets-easter-camp/) - Bookings are now open for our Easter Half Term Skills Camp! Our Rockets Easter Camp is the ultimate skill development camp for your child to learn more about the game whilst having fun and improving their skill set. Spaces are strictly limited so book now to secure your child's place! Please check your time slot
- [Matchday Gallery: U18 Men vs Surrey Rams I](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/matchday-gallery-u18-men-vs-surrey-rams-i/) - Our Under-18 Men's side lost their final game of the season on Saturday 81-49 against playoff-chasing Surrey Rams I, seeing them finish in ninth place in the Under-18 Western Premier Division. Take a look at some of the best photos to come out of their season finale with our matchday gallery.
- [U14 Premier Matchday Gallery: Saturday 19th March](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/u14-premier-matchday-gallery-saturday-19th-march/) - Our Under-14 Premier side recorded a resounding 92-26 win over City of Leeds Basketball Club on Saturday afternoon before going on to secure their place in the playoffs with a 75-51 win against York Eagles on Sunday to clinch a playoff place. Take a look back at some of the best images to come out
- [Men's First Team Matchday Gallery: Saturday 19th March](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mens-first-team-matchday-gallery-saturday-19th-march/) - Saturday was a big day for Rockets with our Under-18 Girls winning their division, our Under-14 Premier side taking a big step towards qualifying for the playoffs (which they would go on to seal on Sunday), whilst our first-teams wrapped up their seasons. Take a look back at some of the best images from the
- [Women's First Team Matchday Gallery: Saturday 19th March](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/womens-first-team-matchday-gallery-saturday-19th-march/) - Saturday was a big day for Rockets with our Under-18 Girls winning their division, our Under-14 Premier side taking a big step towards qualifying for the playoffs (which they would go on to seal on Sunday), whilst our first-teams wrapped up their seasons. Take a look back at some of the best images from the
- [Coach Douglas: "We Have To Go Out There And Win The Game"](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/coach-douglas-we-have-to-go-out-there-and-win-the-game/) - We caught up with Coach Douglas for his post-match thoughts after Sunday’s game away at Derbyshire Arrows to talk about the game and the importance of this Saturday’s season finale. Despite a strong start to the game, Rockets would eventually lose out 90-80 in a game which could have gone either way. “I’m really proud
- [Weekend Preview: 12 Games For Rockets This Weekend](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-12-games-for-rockets-this-weekend-with-both-first-teams-away-from-home/) - It is set to be a busy weekend for Rockets with 12 fixtures set to take place over the course of the weekend. First Teams Our Women's First Team travel to Yorkshire tomorrow afternoon for a 16:30 tip against playoff hopeful Sheffield Hatters at the All Saints Sports Centre. Coach Mintoft's side will be looking
- [Matchday Gallery 2: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Doncaster Eagles](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/matchday-gallery-2-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-doncaster-eagles/) - As we approach another packed weekend of Rockets action, take a look back at some of the best images from last Saturday's men's home game!
- [Rockets Launch New Satellite Centre At Fortis Academy To Increase Basketball Offering In North Birmingham](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-launch-new-satellite-centre-at-fortis-academy-to-increase-basketball-offering-in-north-birmingham/) - Due to the increasing demand, City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are pleased to be able to expand our offering with the addition of further sessions at Fortis Academy, B44 8NU. Located in the north of the city, we aim to deliver quality basketball sessions to more participants as we increase our offering with the
- [Matchday Gallery: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Doncaster Eagles (H)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/matchday-gallery-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-doncaster-eagles-h/) - Take a look at some of the best pictures to come out of Saturday's game with our first match day gallery, courtesy of Aniyah Captures!
- [Match Preview: Bristol Hurricanes vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-bristol-hurricanes-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - Our Men’s First Team make the journey south to Bristol tomorrow as we take on Bristol Hurricanes, tip-off 16:00. Last weekend we recorded a crucial home victory in the context of our season and in doing so ensured that we would finish the season with home and away wins against Bristol Academy Flyers. Coach Douglas’
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Manchester Mystics](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-manchester-mystics/) - Our Women’s First Team return to Nechells Wellbeing Centre tomorrow afternoon to face second place Manchester Mystics, tip-off 17:00. After recording their first win in the middle of January, our women’s side came close to repeating the feat against Tees Valley Mohawks before pushing table-topping Stockport Lapwings all the way at the start of February.
- [Matchday Gallery: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Bristol Academy Flyers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/matchday-gallery-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-bristol-academy-flyers/) - Take a look at some of the best images to come out of Saturday's massive home victory - courtesy of Anthony Fulcher Photography.
- [Matchday Gallery: City of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Derby Trailblazers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/matchday-gallery-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-derby-trailblazers/) - Take a look at some of the best pictures to come out of our Women's First Team's game on Saturday afternoon - courtesy of Lauren Newham!
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Bristol Academy Flyers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-bristol-academy-flyers/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Men’s First Team host Bristol Academy Flyers in a huge game for both sides at Nechells Wellbeing Centre tomorrow, tip-off 6pm. Both sides are looking to cement their places in Division 2 for next season, with a win enough to take Rockets onto seven for the season ahead of a tough
- [Match Preview: Derby Trailblazers vs City of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-derby-trailblazers-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/) - Our Women's First Team make the journey to Derby tomorrow as they prepare to face off against high-flying Derby Trailblazers at Clarence Wiggins Sports Centre, tip-off 16:45. Coach Peter Mintoft's side did not play last weekend as Team Birmingham Elite were unable to fulfil the fixture, so they will be looking forward to getting back
- [Four Games For Our Juniors This Weekend Including Back-To-Back Away Games At Nottingham](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/four-games-for-our-juniors-this-weekend-including-back-to-back-away-games-at-nottingham/) - Our Junior Rockets have four games this weekend with both our Under-18 Boys and Under-16 Girls heading to Nottingham on Sunday afternoon. The weekend’s action starts at Nechells Wellbeing Centre tomorrow, as our Under-14 Boys Conference host Bromsgrove Bears at 12:20. This game is followed by our Under-14 Boys Premier side who face York Eagles
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 70-89 Manchester Magic](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-70-89-manchester-magic/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Men's First Team fell to a home defeat at the hands of table topping Manchester Magic at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Rockets pulled the game back to within two midway through the second after Manchester had established a commanding early lead, but our visitors fought back to take the
- [Strong Weekend Of Results From Junior Rockets As Under-16 Boys Conference Record First Win](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/strong-weekend-of-results-from-junior-rockets-as-under-16-boys-conference-record-first-win/) - A strong weekend from our Junior Rockets saw us record 3 wins out of 4 with our Under-16 Boys Conference recording their first victory of the season. The win came against Worcester Wolves Academy with 81-70 the score as they recorded an impressive road victory which will hopefully set them up for the remainder of
- [Read Our Digital Matchday Programme!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/read-our-digital-matchday-programme/) - Take a look at our digital matchday programme for this evening's game at home to Manchester Magic! Manchester-Home-ProgrammeDownload
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Manchester Magic](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-manchester-magic/) - Our Men’s First Team host table-topping Manchester Magic tomorrow evening at Nechells Wellbeing Centre, tip-off 19:30. Rockets will be looking to surprise the league leaders for the second time in three weeks after upsetting the previously unbeaten Northamptonshire Titans at Utilita Arena Birmingham at the end of January. The Opposition Manchester faces a back-to-back weekend,
- [Four Games For Our Junior Rockets This Weekend As Under-18 Women Look To Maintain 100% Record](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/four-games-for-our-junior-rockets-this-weekend-as-under-18-women-look-to-maintain-100-record/) - There are four games for our juniors this weekend, three of which are set to take place around the country. Our Under-18 Men get the weekend’s action underway as they tip-off against Cardiff Met Archers at 12:30 at Archers Arena. Our Under-16 Boys Conference make the short journey down to Worcester to face Worcester Wolves’
- [Match Report: Nottingham Trent University Hoods 84-80 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-nottingham-trent-university-hoods-84-80-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - A gallant final quarter fightback from Rockets saw us put up 29 points, but it was not enough as we fell to a four-point defeat at Nottingham Wildcats Arena on Sunday afternoon. An even first quarter preceded a couple of strong quarters from our hosts, leaving Rockets with an uphill task heading into the game's
- [Rockets Win At Charnwood Despite Nervy Final Quarter](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-win-at-charnwood-despite-nervy-final-quarter/) - City of Birmingham Rockets defeated Charnwood Riders on Saturday afternoon despite a nervy final quarter where our hosts staged a comeback against Coach Douglas’ men. The game started in an open fashion, with Charnwood going ahead in the first minute before Mike Price and Faaris Mughal put Rockets on top. Charnwood then retook the lead
- [Six Games For Junior Rockets In Action-Packed Weekend](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/six-games-for-junior-rockets-in-action-packed-weekend/) - Six games for our juniors this weekend, including five games at home and a visit to Derby Trailblazers for our Under-12 Mixed team. Our Under-12s tip-off the day at Broomfield Hall against the Trailblazers in this top of the table clash. Rockets are two points ahead and a have a better points difference going into
- [Double-Header Sees Men's First Team In Action Twice This Weekend](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/double-header-sees-mens-first-team-in-action-twice-this-weekend/) - It’s a double header for our Men’s first team this weekend as we take on Charnwood Riders on Saturday before facing up against Nottingham Hoods on Sunday. After last Saturday’s phenomenal win against Northampton Titans Coach Douglas will be looking for a repeat of the performance which saw us defeat the only unbeaten team in
- [Rockets In Focus: Matt Gaskell](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-focus-matt-gaskell/) - In this series of articles, we take a look at some of the players who have come through the setup here at Rockets. In this latest instalment, we focus on Men’s First Team player, Matt Gaskell. Matt has been involved with Rockets since his childhood, starting out with him attending one of our Saturday sessions.
- [Match Gallery: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Northamptonshire Titans](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-gallery-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-northamptonshire-titans/) - Sunday's victory over Northamptonshire Titans at Utilita Arena Birmingham saw us return to winning ways on what was a fantastic occasion for everyone associated with Rockets basketball. Take a look back at the pictures from the day below!
- [Match Gallery: City of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Tees Valley Mohawks](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-gallery-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-tees-valley-mohawks/) - Our Women's First Team fell to a narrow 57-55 home defeat to Tees Valley Mohawks on Saturday at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. Take a look at some of the pictures to come out of the game in the gallery below!
- [Junior Rockets Gallery 29/01/22](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-rockets-gallery-29-01-22/) - Take a look at some of the best images to come out of our Under-16s and Under-18 games and Saturday! Our Under-16 Boys beat Edinburgh 89-53, our Under-18 Boys overcame Reading Rockets 76-71 whilst our Under-18 Girls thrashed Northamptonshire Titans 72-33.
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 75-68 Northamptonshire Titans](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-75-68-northamptonshire-titans/) - City of Birmingham Rockets recorded their first win of the new year yesterday as they ended table-topping Northamptonshire Titans’ 100% record at Utilita Arena Birmingham. Rockets started brightly, with Nathan Ramsdale-Owen and Mike Thiep putting us 6-5 up after three minutes in front of an enthusiastic crowd in the indoor arena.Rockets were on top for
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets Women 55-57 Tees Valley Mohawks](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-55-57-tees-valley-mohawks/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Women’s First Team fell to a narrow defeat at home to Tees Valley Mohawks as their fourth quarter comeback came up just short at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday afternoon. An impressive fourth quarter display saw us record 24 points whilst limiting our visitors to just seven; but the damage had
- [Great Set Of Results For Juniors After Big Weekend For Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/great-set-of-results-for-juniors-after-big-weekend-for-rockets/) - It was a good weekend for our Junior Rockets with three wins from four games including a great win for our Under-18 Boys. We hosted Reading Rockets knowing that a win against the third-placed team in the league would put us on 19 points and move us within a chance of the play-offs at the
- [Akol Ring Joins Up With Rockets Men's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/akol-ring-joins-up-with-rockets-mens-first-team/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the addition of Akol Ring to our Men's First Team roster for the remainder of the season. Akol joins us after a spell at Northeast Community College in the USA, having previously impressed during his time at Aston Manor in the ABL. The 6'7 Forward is no
- [Three Home Games For Juniors In Busy Weekend For Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/three-home-games-for-juniors-in-busy-weekend-for-rockets/) - This weekend sees four of our junior teams in action, including our Under-16 Boys Premier, Under-18 Girls and Under-18 Boys Premier at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. At 12:20, our Under-18 Girls take on Northamptonshire Titans as they look to retain their 100% record so far this season against a team they defeated by 65 points last
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets Women Looking For Back-To-Back Wins Ahead of Tees Valley Clash](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-looking-for-back-to-back-wins-ahead-of-tees-valley-clash/) - Our Women’s First Team go up against Tees Valley Mohawks this Saturday as we look for our second win of the season after our last-minute win over Derbyshire Diamonds last time out. Coach Peter Mintoft will be optimistic that we can beat a side who beat us by 15 points back in October after an
- [Club Statement](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/club-statement/) - As reported across various platforms this morning, City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club can confirm we are in discussions with investors regarding a potential BBL franchise in Birmingham. This is clearly an exciting time and a fantastic opportunity for the Club, the game, Birmingham and our many stakeholders across the region. We can confirm that
- [Hometown Hero Ricardo D'Alva Meets Prince Edward Ahead Of 2022 Commonwealth Games](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/hometown-hero-ricardo-dalva-meets-hrh-prince-edward-ahead-of-2022-commonwealth-games/) - City of Birmingham Rockets' Ricardo D'Alva and his fellow Hometown Heroes from across the city met with Prince Edward, the CEO of the 2022 Commonwealth Games and the Mayor of Birmingham at Birmingham Library yesterday. Ricardo has been recognised as one of Birmingham's key players in encouraging participation and promoting mental and physical wellbeing within
- [Come Along To Our Year 8 Trials Day!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/come-along-to-our-year-8-trials-day/) - We have some fantastic opportunities for talented Year 8 boys to join our Under-14 team next season! If you think you might have what it takes to impress our coaches for one of our teams and you meet the criteria below to be considered for selection then sign up for our try out session on
- [2 Wins from 2 Games In Good Weekend For Junior Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2-wins-from-2-games-in-good-weekend-for-junior-rockets/) - There were two wins from two games for our junior teams over the weekend as both our Under-16 Boys and our Under-18 Girls recorded impressive victories. Our Under-16s were able to record their second victory of the season over Team Birmingham Elite, beating our cross-city rivals by 15 points in a 65-50 victory that will
- [Match Report: Doncaster Eagles 76-58 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-doncaster-eagles-76-58-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Men’s First Team fell to defeat against high-flying Doncaster Eagles on Saturday afternoon despite a strong first half showing from Coach Douglas’ side. Rockets competed for large periods in the opening exchanges, pegging Doncaster back on more than one occasion before eventually edging ahead to take a half time lead. A
- [Rockets Launch 'Inside Rockets' Podcast](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-launch-inside-rockets-podcast/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce that we are starting a new podcast, Inside Rockets, to bring you closer to the Club. Starting later this week with Managing Director Robert Palmer, we go behind the scenes to discover more about his journey and what led to the formation of the Club back in
- [Two Games For Junior Teams Including Local Derby At Nechells Wellbeing Centre](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/two-games-for-junior-teams-including-local-derby-at-nechells-wellbeing-centre/) - This weekend sees only two fixtures for our junior sides, including our Under-16 Boys Premier in a local derby and our Under-18 Girls taking on Northamptonshire Titans. Our Under-16 Boys Premier side will be hoping they can halt a bad run of form which has seen them lose four of their last five games, including
- [Match Preview: Doncaster Eagles vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-doncaster-eagles-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Men's First Team make the journey to Doncaster tomorrow afternoon as we take on high-flying Doncaster Eagles at New College Doncaster, tip-off 14:00. The game will be our men's first outing since our defeat to Encon Derbyshire Arrows a fortnight ago, with Doncaster set to pose yet another stern challenge to
- [Good Weekend For Junior Teams As Four Victories Recorded](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/good-weekend-for-junior-teams-as-four-victories-recorded/) - There were seven games this weekend for our juniors, with good results and performances across the board including good victories for our Under-12s and both of our Under-18 teams. Our Under-12s recorded a resounding win over Team Birmingham Elite, beating them 80-59 at Nechells Wellbeing Centre to complete a league double over them this season.
- [Match Report: Rockets Women Seal First Victory Of The Season With Memorable Win Over Derbyshire Diamonds](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-rockets-women-seal-first-victory-of-the-season-with-memorable-win-over-derbyshire-diamonds/) - City of Birmingham Rockets' Women's First Team claimed their first victory of the season, overcoming Derbyshire Diamonds 62-58 on Sunday afternoon. Rockets raced into an early lead, with Sandra Hewakowski scoring a pair of twos in the opening minute to put Rockets 4-0 up. A great interception from Felicite Umuhoza then allowed the returning Michelle
- [Rockets Looking Forward To Sunday Fixture Against Derbyshire Diamonds](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-looking-forward-to-sunday-fixture-against-derbyshire-diamonds/) - On Sunday our Women’s First Team make the short trip north to take on Derbyshire Diamonds and will be feeling positive about taking the points home after their best performance of the season so far last time out against Bromsgrove Bears. Coach Peter’s Women put together their most complete performance of the season so far,
- [Seven Games For Junior Rockets This Weekend Including Five At Nechells Wellbeing Centre.](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/seven-games-for-junior-rockets-this-weekend-including-five-at-nechells-wellbeing-centre/) - There are seven games for our Junior Rockets teams this weekend, including five games at Nechells Wellbeing Centre, including our Under-16 Boys Premier Side taking on Manchester Magic at home. The action starts on Saturday at 10:45, as our Under-14 Conference team take on Stourport Spartans with Matt Gaskell’s side looking for their second win
- [First Team Gallery: 8th January 2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/first-team-gallery-8th-january-2022/) - Take a look at some of the best images to come out of the weekend's action!
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets Women 49-57 Bromsgrove Bears](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-49-57-bromsgrove-bears/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Women’s First Team fell to a narrow defeat on Saturday evening despite an inspired third-quarter comeback pushing Bromsgrove Bears to the wire at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. The returning Antionette Torgbi provided a valuable rebounding presence throughout the game which contributed massively to our third quarter streak as Bromsgrove were unable to
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 53-87 University of Chester](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-53-87-university-of-chester/) - A heavily depleted City of Birmingham Rockets side fell to defeat at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Jordan Dawes, Mike Price, Stephanos Kontopyrgos, Akim Nweke, Vasile Pirvu, Mike Thiep, Elvis Zeiluks and Matt Gaskell were all out for Rockets, with Sebastian Drysdale and Theo Reinarz both being called up from the under-16s and under-18s
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs University of Chester](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-university-of-chester/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Men’s First Team are back at Nechells Wellbeing Centre for their first game of 2022 on Saturday evening as they prepare to face off against University of Chester, tip-off 19:30. The Rockets will be looking pull away from the middle of the pack with victory against the side we recorded out
- [Women's First Team Looking Forward To Bromsgrove Bears Challenge](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/womens-first-team-looking-forward-to-bromsgrove-bears-challenge/) - Our Women’s First Team take on Bromsgrove Bears on Saturday as they look to avenge their pre-Christmas defeat in Longbridge. Rockets were second best for much of their previous encounter, losing by 12 points to Bromsgrove in December. Coach Peter Mintoft’s women will be boosted by the return to the squad of Antoinette Torgbi and
- [Last Time Out: University of Chester (A)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/last-time-out-university-of-chester-a/) - As we prepare to face off against University of Chester this Saturday at Nechells Wellbeing Centre, we reflect on our last meeting against this weekend's opponent back at the beginning of October. It proved to be a memorable afternoon for Coach Douglas' side as we recorded our first league win of the season in commanding
- [Rockets In Focus: Faaris Mughal](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-focus-faaris-mughal/) - In this series of articles, we take a look at some of the players who have come through the setup here at Rockets. In this latest instalment, we focus on Men’s First Team player, Faaris Mughal. Faaris has been a regular feature for our Men’s First Team this season after making the step up from
- [Rockets Looking For A New Community Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-looking-for-a-new-community-coach/) - Job Title: Rockets Community Coach Hours: Casual hours Salary: £15 per hour City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to be offering opportunities for new coaches to join our community team from January 2022. Due to the successful growth of our organisation we now have casual coaching opportunities within our community programme. As part of our
- [Secure Your Half Season Ticket Ahead Of Saturday!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/secure-your-half-season-ticket-ahead-of-saturday/) - We are pleased to be able to offer half season tickets which will be valid for our remaining five fixtures at Nechells Wellbeing Centre this season! Priced at just £20 for adults and £10 for concessions they provide excellent value and are valid through to the end of our 2021/22 season. The games included in
- [Only One Game For Junior Rockets As Fixture List Hit By Coronavirus](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/only-one-game-for-junior-rockets-as-fixture-list-hit-by-coronavirus/) - Sporting events were delayed up and down the country over the weekend due to COVID-19 outbreaks, with a number of our junior games being called off as a result. Not only were both our home games over postponed, with both our Under-14 Boys Conference and Under-18 Boys games to be now played in the new
- [Match Report: Team Birmingham Elite 94-70 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-team-birmingham-elite-94-70-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets fell to defeat in our final fixture of 2021 away at Team Birmingham Elite on Saturday evening. Our hosts established a controlling lead early on and despite a couple of Rockets runs, Team Birmingham claimed the victory their play on the night merited. On a positive note for Rockets, the game
- [Rockets In Focus: Ethan Woodward](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-in-focus-ethan-woodward/) - In this series of articles, we take a look at some of the players who have come through the setup at Rockets, starting with Men’s First Team player and Rockets Community Coach, Ethan Woodward. Ethan has been with the club for a number of years, joining our under-18 side after representing Birmingham Mets in college.
- [Two Games For Junior Rockets This Weekend](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/two-games-for-junior-rockets-this-weekend/) - Rockets’ Junior teams are in action for the final time this year over the weekend, with both of our games taking place away from home. Our Under-16 girls play against Derbyshire Trailblazers on Saturday at 12:00, making the trip to Broomfield Hall in only their second league game of the season. Also in action are
- [Match Preview: Team Birmingham Elite vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-team-birmingham-elite-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Men’s First Team make the journey to Longbridge tomorrow evening to face Team Birmingham Elite, tip-off 8pm. Due to the closure of the Doug Ellis Sports Centre, the game will now take place at The Factory (B31 2TS). Spectators are required to wear masks with the cost of entry being £3
- [Rockets Excited To Announce Central Venue League For 2022!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-excited-to-announce-central-venue-league-for-2022/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce the launch of out new Central Venue League in the new year! The league will run for 6 weeks, starting on Sunday 16th January, with games taking place during the afternoon at Nechells Wellbeing Centre, the home of City of Birmingham Rockets. This League is open to
- [Match Report: Bromsgrove Bears 61-49 City of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-bromsgrove-bears-61-49-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/) - A late comeback proved just too late for Rockets at Colmers School and Sixth Form College, as they lost 61-49 to Bromsgrove Bears in a game that will have them wondering what might have been. The early stages were a scrappy affair, as neither side was able to produce a consistent shooting form, although Bears
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Bromsgrove Bears](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-bromsgrove-bears/) - Our Women’s First Team make the short trip to Colmers School and Sixth Form to take on Bromsgrove Bears this evening in their final fixture of 2021, tip-off at 19:00. Coach Peter Mintoft is able to field a near full-strength team, with top-scorer Michelle Turner returning to the side in a boost to their hopes
- [Junior Roundup: Under-12s Secure Dominant Victory At Charnwood College](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-under-12s-secure-dominant-victory-at-charnwood-college/) - There were two games for our juniors this week, including another victory for our Under-12’s team. Our Under-12’s thrashed Leicester Rider Red 69-20 at Charnwood College, a result which sees them sit top of the league, one point ahead of Derby Trailblazers. Unfortunately, our Under-14’s Conference side were unable to continue the winning streak, losing
- [Match Report: Myerscough Basketball Academy 99-74 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-myerscough-basketball-academy-99-74-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - A depleted City of Birmingham Rockets fell to defeat away at Myerscough on Sunday afternoon. Rockets were once again without Coach Paul Douglas, whilst Assistant Coach Steve Dudley, Mike Thiep, Michael Gayle, Matt Parker and Elvis Zeiluks also missed the trip to Lancashire. Coach Dominic Short was left to lead the team, but our hosts
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Myerscough Basketball Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-myerscough-basketball-academy/) - Our Men’s First Team travel to Lancashire this Sunday to take on Myerscough as we look to bounce back after a defeat to Encon Derbyshire Arrows last time out. Rockets are set to be without a cohort of key players for the game, whilst Assistant Coach Dominic Short is again set to lead the team
- [Two Junior Teams In Action This Weekend For Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/two-junior-teams-in-action-this-weekend-for-rockets/) - All our teams play away from home on the penultimate weekend of fixtures of the year, with just two games for our junior sides this upcoming weekend. Our Under-14 Conference Team are away at Warwickshire Hawks at 10am, as they look to climb up the table and end a run of form that has seen
- [Rockets On The Lookout For New Community Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-on-the-lookout-for-new-community-coach/) - Job Title: Rockets Community Coach Hours: Casual hours - 8-10 hours per week Salary: To be discussed City of Birmingham Rockets have an opportunity for a level two basketball coach to join our community team from January 2022. We are looking for an energetic and dedicated individual with a passion for basketball who is looking
- [Half Season Tickets On Sale Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/half-season-tickets-on-sale-now/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are pleased to be able to offer Half Season Tickets, which will be valid for the remainder of our 2021/22 campaign. Priced at just £20 for adults and £10 for concessions, it is the easiest way to secure your seat for our remaining five fixtures at Nechells Wellbeing Centre.
- [Fixture Alteration: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Northamptonshire Titans To Be Played At Utilita Arena Birmingham On Sunday 30th January 2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/fixture-alteration-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-northamptonshire-titans-to-be-played-at-utilita-arena-birmingham-on-sunday-30th-january-2022/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club can confirm that our NBL Division 2 North Fixture against Northamptonshire Titans has been moved to the Utilita Arena Birmingham and will now take place at 6pm on 30th January 2022. The game will take place after the BBL Cup final with tickets allowing entry for the entire day
- [Cheerleaders Wanted! Join Our Matchnight Team For 2022!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/cheerleaders-wanted-join-our-matchnight-team-for-2022/) - Rockets are excited to announce the launch of our own Cheerleading Squad! We are now on the lookout for potential squad members aged 18 and over to join us ready to support our Rockets teams on home match nights in 2022! Our Rockets game nights have become the hot ticket in town this season, so
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets Women 42-77 Nottingham University Wildcats](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-42-77-nottingham-university-wildcats/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Women suffered a home defeat at the hands of an impressive Nottingham University Wildcat side on Saturday afternoon. Our visitors came out of the gate quickly and to great effect, establishing a lead which they would maintain for the rest of the game. The opening minutes of the game were far
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 65-82 Encon Derbyshire Arrows](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-65-82-encon-derbyshire-arrows/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Men's First Team suffered defeat at the hands of Encon Derbyshire Arrows at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening in front of our second largest home crowd of the season so far. In the absence of Head Coach Paul Douglas, Assistant Coaches Steve Dudley and Dominic took charge of the team
- [Disappointing Weekend Across The Board For Junior Teams](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/disappointing-weekend-across-the-board-for-junior-teams/) - It was a weekend to forget for our junior team, as we unfortunately failed to record a win and came up second best in all of our fixtures. The day started with our Under-14 Boys Conference team away at Mansfield Giants. Matt Gaskell’s side put in a fine performance, leading by five points at the
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Encon Derbyshire Arrows](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-encon-derbyshire-arrows/) - City of Birmingham Rockets return to Nechells Wellbeing Centre tomorrow afternoon as we face off against Encon Derbyshire Arrows, tip-off 19:30. Rockets Recent Form We will be looking to make it three straight wins at home tomorrow evening after back-to-back home successes against Charnwood Riders and Bristol Hurricanes. Nechells Wellbeing Centre has become something of
- [Women's First Team Looking Forward To Nottingham Clash On Saturday](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/womens-first-team-looking-forward-to-nottingham-clash-on-saturday/) - Our Women’s First Team take on Nottingham University Wildcats tomorrow as we look for our first win of the season so far. Coach Peter Mintoft's side are bolstered by a host of new additions since our last home outing, and the team will be looking to push on with this greater level of squad depth.
- [Five Junior Games This Weekend Including Under-16 Boys In Cup Action](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/five-junior-games-this-weekend-including-under-16-boys-in-cup-action/) - This weekend, a number of our junior sides are in action, including our Under-16 Boys in action in cup action in Manchester as they look to advance to the semi-finals of the National Cup. Our Under-14 Boys Conference Team tip-off the action, playing away at Mansfield Giants at 1pm on Saturday as they look to
- [Rockets Women Confirm The Registration Of Five Players For The Remainder Of 2021/22 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-women-confirm-the-registration-of-five-players-for-the-remainder-of-2021-22-season/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce a host of new additions to our Women’s First Team roster. All players, bar Theodora Georgieva who is out with an injury, are available for selection for this Saturday's game against Nottingham University Wildcats. Sandra Hewakowska - Shooting Guard We are delighted to announce the addition of
- [Two Rockets First Team Players Represent UK Armed Forces at SHAPE International Basketball Tournament](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/two-rockets-first-team-players-represent-uk-armed-forces-at-shape-international-basketball-tournament/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are proud to see Rockets Men's First Team player Jordan Dawes and Women's First Team player Grace Turton representing UK Armed Forces at the SHAPE international basketball tournament at the NATO Headquarters. Speaking about the experience, Jordan Dawes said: “It’s always good to get the opportunity to play sport within the
- [Bad Weather Hits Rockets Fixture List But Three Junior Games Still Go Ahead](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bad-weather-hits-rockets-fixture-list-but-three-junior-games-still-go-ahead/) - Bad weather affected a number of our games over the weekend, with both our Under-16 girls, Under-16 boys conference, Under-18 boys premier and our Under-9 and Under-11 YBL teams’ matches being postponed due to severe weather. This meant that unfortunately there were no games at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on either Saturday or Sunday, however a
- [Rockets Fall To Defeat In Manchester But Promising Signs For Coach Peter's Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-fall-to-defeat-in-manchester-but-promising-signs-for-coach-peters-women/) - Rockets fell to a defeat against Manchester Mystics on Sunday despite a third quarter comeback that will give faith that a first win of the season is on the horizon. Rockets were without leading scorer Michelle Turner, whilst Milly Harrison and Grace Turton also missed the trip to Manchester. After a shaky first few minutes,
- [Women Look Forward To Sunday Clash With Manchester Mystics](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/women-look-forward-to-sunday-clash-with-manchester-mystics/) - Our Women are in action this weekend, as they travel north to Manchester to take on Mystics at the Manchester Basketball Arena. Rockets are still hunting for their first win of the season, having come unstuck in their last two games against Team Birmingham Elite in Longbridge and then at home to Derbyshire Trailblazers last
- [Juniors In Action This Weekend Including Two Games At Nechells Wellbeing Centre](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/juniors-in-action-this-weekend-including-two-games-at-nechells-wellbeing-centre/) - A number of our junior teams are in action this weekend, including two games at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. Our Under-16 Girls tip-off the weekend, looking to follow up last weekend’s 67-55 win against Leicester Riders last time out and maintain their good early season form. Next up, our Under-16 Boys Conference team play host to
- [Michael Gayle: "The Atmosphere Was Amazing!"](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/michael-gayle-the-atmosphere-was-amazing/) - Men's First Team captain Michael Gayle spoke of his excitement at how the team is coming together after our biggest victory of the season at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. Having just recovered from a hamstring injury that has sidelined him for the past four weeks, Mike is excited to be back out on
- [Coach Douglas: "There Is Still A Lot More To Come From This Team"](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/coach-douglas-there-is-still-a-lot-more-to-come-from-this-team/) - We caught up with Men's First Team Coach Paul Douglas after Rockets' 87-52 win over Bristol Hurricanes on Saturday. Coach Douglas gave an honest assessment of his team's growing confidence as the season has gone on, while also highlighting that the team can improve further. "We played really well – I tried not to be
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 49-85 Derby Trailblazers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-49-85-derby-trailblazers/) - City of Birmingham Rockets' Women's First Team fell to a home defeat at the hands of Derby Trailblazers on Saturday afternoon, despite a bright start to the game at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. The Rockets came out of the traps quickly and to great effect, going on a 9-0 run from the tip to establish a
- [Good Weekend For Juniors As Under-16s Advance In Cup](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/good-weekend-for-juniors-as-under-16s-advance-in-cup/) - It was a good weekend for our junior sides, as our Under-16 Boys team advanced into the quarter finals of the cup. Ricardo D’Alva’s side were able to overcome national heavyweights Leicester Riders 82-77 at Nechells Wellbeing Centre and will now face Manchester Magic on Sunday 5th December. Our Under-16 Girls were also able to
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 87-52 Bristol Hurricanes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-87-52-bristol-hurricanes/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Men's First Team secured their biggest victory of the season so far as a dominant second-half showing saw us claim a 35-point victory at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday evening. A 33-point third quarter ensured that we would claim an important victory to bring us back to a 4-4 league record
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Bristol Hurricanes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-bristol-hurricanes/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club Men's First Team play host to Bristol Hurricanes this evening, tip-off 19:30. The game comes after our Women's First Team play Derby Trailblazers, with the tip-off for that game at 17:00. Tickets will allow entry for both games so come along and enjoy an evening of basketball action with
- [Women's First Team Looking Forward To Derby Trailblazers Challenge](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/womens-first-team-looking-forward-to-derby-trailblazers-challenge/) - Our Women are looking for their first win of the season when they take on Derbyshire trailblazers on Saturday afternoon. Despite a good performance against Team Birmingham two weeks ago that saw us level at the end of the first two quarters and leading for large parts, we ultimately were not able to take home
- [Juniors In League And Cup Action With Two Games At Nechells Wellbeing Centre This Weekend](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/juniors-in-league-and-cup-action-with-two-games-at-nechells-wellbeing-centre-this-weekend/) - A number of our junior teams are in action this weekend, including two sides in cup action looking to advance to the quarter finals. The weekend tips-off when our Under-14 Boys Conference team play table-topping Leicester Dynamite at home at 12:20 as we look to set good a run of bad form that has seen
- [Rockets Minis Christmas Camp Booking Now Open!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-minis-christmas-camp-booking-now-open/) - We are now accepting bookings for our popular Minis Christmas Camp. This camp has proved very popular and well attended in recent years so make sure to book your place as soon as possible! Prices are £45 for the full three days for members and £70 for non-members, while daily rates are £20 for members
- [Come Along To Our Mixed Ability Adult Sessions!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/come-along-to-our-mixed-ability-adult-sessions/) - We are pleased to be able to offer Mixed Ability Adult sessions every Monday evening from 19:00-21:00 at Fortis Academy! They will be led by the experienced Coach Peter Mintoft and are open to anyone regardless of past experience or skill level. The sessions are priced at £5 per week and no upfront payment is
- [Difficult Weekend For Rockets Junior Teams](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/difficult-weekend-for-rockets-junior-teams/) - It was a difficult weekend for our youth teams, as we suffered a difficult set of results that we will hope to bounce back from next weekend. Our Under-12 Mixed team tipped-off the weekend, losing 63-36 at Nechells to Derby Trailblazers, although we remain ahead to them by a single point at the top of
- [Match Report: Bristol Academy Flyers 57-78 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-bristol-academy-flyers-57-78-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball secured a comprehensive twenty-one-point victory over Bristol Academy Flyers at SGS Wise Campus on Saturday afternoon. A dominant performance saw us control the play for large periods on route to a third league win of the season as a strong first half showing paved the way to a comfortable victory.
- [Match Preview: Bristol Academy Flyers vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-bristol-academy-flyers-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Men’s First Team make the journey to Bristol tomorrow afternoon as they prepare to face off against Bristol Academy Flyers in the latest round of NBL Division 2 North action. This is our men's second away game in as many weeks after last weekend’s 83-55 defeat away at Manchester Magic. The
- [Exciting Weekend Ahead For Juniors Looking To Continue Fine Start To Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/exciting-weekend-ahead-for-juniors-looking-to-continue-fine-start-to-season/) - This weekend sees a whole host of junior action as our youth teams look to build on an impressive start to the season. At 2:20pm our Under-12 Mixed side will be looking to continue their 100% start to the season and keep top spot in the table when they go up against Derby Trailblazers. Three
- [Post-16 Rockets Academy Open Day Set For Saturday 20th November](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/post-16-rockets-academy-open-day-set-for-saturday-20th-november/) - Want to play basketball at college for 12-15 hours per week whilst learning from elite tier basketball coaches? Come down to Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday 20th November from 12:00 until 16:00 and take a look at what we have to offer! Meet the two coaches who will head up the academies (Coach Paul Douglas
- [Win A Copy Of NBA 2K22 75th Anniversary Edition!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/win-a-copy-of-nba-2k22-75th-anniversary-edition/) - We are excited to be able to offer everyone who books a ticket to our next home game before midday on Monday 15th November a chance to win a copy of NBA 2K22! The are FOUR copies up for grabs - so don't miss out and join us for what is set to be an
- [Match Report: Team Birmingham Elite 56-38 City of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-team-birmingham-elite-56-38-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/) - City of Birmingham Rockets' Women's First Team slipped to an away defeat against Team Birmingham Elite on Saturday evening. Despite being without leading scorer Michelle Turner, we trailed by just five going into the fourth where our hosts would eventually pull away and claim their first victory of the season. Rockets started brightly, with Felicite
- [Weekend Review: Cup Success For Junior Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-review-cup-success-for-junior-rockets/) - This weekend saw more cup success for our junior sides, as our Under-16 and Under-18 teams advanced to the next round in a couple of thrilling matches. Our Under-16s were first up on Sunday, as they recorded a resounding win over Stourport Spartans, running out 69-28 winners and ensuring their progression to the round of
- [Match Report: Manchester Magic 83-55 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-manchester-magic-83-55-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets’ Men’s First Team lost out to high-flying Manchester Magic at the Manchester Basketball Centre on Saturday evening. An encouraging Rockets start was followed by a run which saw our hosts open up a ten-point first-quarter lead, which they would gradually extend to put the game out of reach. Early points from
- [First Team Preview: Men's Team Travel To Manchester As Women's Team Face Local Derby Away Game](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/first-team-preview-mens-team-travel-to-manchester-as-womens-team-face-local-derby-away-game/) - Men’s First Team Coach Paul Douglas’ side will be looking to secure back-to-back victories after last Saturday’s morale-boosting win at home to Charnwood Riders. Last weekend’s win was our second of the season, meaning we travel to Manchester with a 2-3 record to start the season. Nathan Ramsdale-Owen’s 25-points coupled with Michael Price’s nine points
- [Weekend preview: Rockets in league and cup action with two games at Nechells Wellbeing Centre](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-rockets-in-league-and-cup-action-with-two-games-at-nechells-wellbeing-centre/) - It’s an action-packed weekend here at Rockets, with both of our first teams on the road and our junior sides competing in league and cup competitions. Our Under-12 Mixed side tip-off the weekend at 12:20pm as they take on Leicester Rider Black at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. Next up, our Under-14 Boys Conference go up against
- [COME ALONG TO OUR ROCKETS ACADEMY OPEN DAY!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/come-along-to-our-rockets-academy-open-day/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are very excited to be able to be launching our post -16 Academy offer for September 2022 in partnership with our academic providers. You will have the opportunity to be part of our academy programme and receive top-level coaching to improve your basketball in sixth form. We currently deliver our Academy
- [WANT TO GET INVOLVED WITH ROCKETS?](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/want-to-get-involved-with-rockets/) - Our match nights are vibrant, entertaining and require a team effort in order to ensure everything goes to plan. We now are pleased to have a range of match night volunteer positions available. Duties include supporting the game night ticket desk, event stewarding and overall event management. Volunteering on home game nights will require around
- [Rockets Attend Erasmus Partners Meeting As Inclusive Initiative Gets Underway](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-attend-erasmus-partners-meeting-as-inclusive-initiative-gets-underway/) - Last week, Rockets GM Robert Palmer attended the partners meeting in Alicante along with participating organisations from HLA Alicante, Bulgarian Special Olympics Consortium and Wetterbygden Basketball from Huskvarna in Sweden. We look forward to our first programme of delivery in Sweden in December and for the long term growth of inclusive basketball sessions at City
- [Rockets U17 Central Venue League Set To Start Sunday 7th November - Sign Up Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-u17-central-venue-league-set-to-start-sunday-7th-november-sign-up-now/) - We are delighted to be able to launch our new Central Venue League which is set to start this coming Sunday, 7th November! This new competition will take place at Nechells Wellbeing Centre, providing additional game experience for new and existing basketball players and officials across Birmingham and the West Midlands. You can join as
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 69-65 Charnwood Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-69-65-charnwood-riders/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Men’s First Team recorded a first home win of the season in a fiercely competitive game against Charnwood Riders on Saturday evening. We would lead for the majority of the night, with Nathan Ramsdale-Owen’s 25-point display a key component of the victory. Michael Price also impressed on his Rockets debut, recording
- [Weekend Review: Four Home Wins for Rockets On Saturday As Junior Teams Continue To Progress](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-review-wins-for-rockets-at-nechells/) - This weekend saw four of our junior teams in action at Nechells Wellbeing Centre in a busy Saturday for the Rockets. Our Under 14 Boys Premier Team started the day with an 85-75 win against Newcastle Eagles, a win which would set the tone for the rest of the day. Next up, our Under 16
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets Women 38-89 Stockport Lapwings](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-38-89-stockport-lapwings/) - City of Birmingham Rockets' Women’s First Team lost out to Stockport Lapwings on Saturday evening at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. Stockport came out of the traps quickly, imposing themselves on the game after scoring first to quickly open up a double-digit advantage. A Michelle Turner three reduced the deficit to ten after the Lapwings had opened
- [Weekend Preview: Rockets Set To Host Six Games At Nechells Wellbeing Centre On Saturday](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-rockets-set-to-host-six-games-at-nechells-wellbeing-centre-on-saturday/) - We are getting ready for a busy day of basketball at Nechells Wellbeing Centre tomorrow with six games set to take place from U14 right the way through to our men and women first teams. The action gets underway at 12:20pm as our U14 Boys Premier side host Newcastle Eagles, with our U16 Boys Premier
- [Michael Price Joins Our Men's First Team Roster](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/michael-price-joins-our-mens-first-team-roster/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the addition of Michael Price ahead of our game against Charnwood Riders this Saturday. The 6'2 guard joins up with Coach Douglas' side after a spell with Portogruaro in the Italian League Serie C Silver. Michael has spent a large period of his career in Italy, progressing
- [Coach Paul Douglas Reflects On Northamptonshire Titans And Previews Charnwood Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/coach-paul-douglas-reflects-on-northamptonshire-titans-and-previews-charnwood-riders/) - We caught up with Coach Paul Douglas after our visit to Northamptonshire Titans on Saturday to discuss the game and preview our home fixture against Charnwood Riders this Saturday. Despite falling to a defeat, there were positives to take from the manner of the performance and the return of Nathan Ramsdale-Owen to the court after
- [Match Report: Coventry Flames 55-38 City of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-coventry-flames-55-38-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Women’s First Team saw their cup ambitions end at the University of Coventry on Saturday as Coventry Flames secured their place in the next round. Our hosts gradually built their lead throughout the game, with just one point the difference after a close first quarter. It was a scrappy start from
- [Match Report: Northamptonshire Titans 81-70 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-northamptonshire-titans-81-70-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Men's First Team fell to a first away defeat of the season at Northamptonshire Titans on Saturday afternoon. A strong first quarter saw our hosts build a commanding advantage which they were able to maintain until the end of the game, despite Coach Douglas' side threatening to cut into the Titans'
- [Match Report: University of Chester 54-72 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-university-of-chester-54-72-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Senior Men's First Team recorded a first league win of the season courtesy of a comprehensive 72-54 victory away at University of Chester on Saturday evening. The Rockets showed no signs of a hangover from last weekend's opening night disappointment, dominating for long periods against Chester on route to a comfortable
- [Match Preview: Northamptonshire Titans vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-northamptonshire-titans-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets men’s first-team make the trip to Northampton School for Boys this afternoon to take on Northamptonshire Titans, tip-off 4:30pm. The Opposition Our hosts have only played one game this season, in which they secured a 90-83 win over Bristol Academy Flyers away from home. The Flyers went on to win their
- [WEEKEND PREVIEW: SIX GAMES WITH WOMEN AND JUNIORS SET FOR CUP ACTION](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-six-games-with-women-and-juniors-set-for-cup-action/) - This weekend, our junior and first-team sides are in league and cup action in a packed couple of days for the Rockets. Our Under 14-Conference Team tip-off the weekend as they go up against Derby Trailblazers at 14:20 at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday. Both of our first-teams are in action this weekend, with our
- [Matt Gaskell Commits To The Rockets Ahead Of 2021/22 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/matt-gaskell-commits-to-the-rockets-ahead-of-2021-22-season/) - We are excited to announce the signing of Matt Gaskell to the men’s first team for the upcoming season! Matt’s a regular of ours who’s been playing for us since he was just 11 years old. Having played basketball with us at the Rockets' Solihull Sixth Form academy, Matt went on to represent Anglia Ruskin
- [Stephanos Kontopyrgos Returns To The Rockets Ahead Of New Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/stephanos-kontopyrgos-returns-to-the-rockets-ahead-of-new-season/) - We are delighted to announce the signing of fan favourite Steph Kontopyrgos as the latest addition to our roster for the upcoming 2021/22 campaign! Steph is a former Cyprus youth international, having played at under-16 level for his country. He has been playing for the Rockets since 2017 and during that time has become an
- [Junior Roundup: U12s Secure Local Derby Victory Whilst U14s Claim Narrow Win Away At Stourport](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-roundup-u12s-secure-local-derby-victory-whilst-u14s-claim-narrow-win-away-at-stourport/) - A busy weekend of action for our junior sides saw a host of competitive games take place throughout our age groups. On Saturday our Under-12 Mixed Team took on Team Birmingham Elite and were able to secure a 54-52 victory in a fiercely competitive matchup, with our young Rockets doing well to secure the win
- [Match Report: Tees Valley Mohawks 68-53 City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-tees-valley-mohawks-68-53-city-of-birmingham-rockets/) - City of Birmingham Rockets fell to a 15-point defeat to Tees Valley Mohawks at Middlesbrough University on Sunday afternoon. An encouraging first quarter for the Rockets saw us hold an early advantage before the Mohawks pulled away to secure victory in the second half of the game. The first quarter opened with the Rockets on
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 78-85 Nottingham Trent Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-78-85-nottingham-trent-hoods/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball fell to a home defeat at the hands of Nottingham Trent Hoods on Saturday evening. A strong start saw the Rockets lead until late in the second quarter, with Nottingham holding on to claim the win despite a late Rockets comeback as we found ourselves ten down going into the
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Nottingham Trent Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-nottingham-trent-hoods/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are back in NBL Division Two action this evening at Nechells Wellbeing Centre, tip-off 6pm. The Opposition Nottingham Trent Hoods Basketball have struggled so far this season, losing both of their opening two games. Their 195 points against is the league’s worst defensive record so far, with the Hoods
- [Weekend Preview: Seven Teams From Around The Club In Action With Men Set To Host Nottingham Trent Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-eight-teams-from-around-the-club-in-action-with-men-set-to-host-nottingham-trent-hoods/) - This weekend promises to be another busy one for our club, with no less than seven games scheduled over the next two days. Saturday Fixtures The headline event sees our men’s first team host Nottingham Trent Hoods at Nechells Wellbeing Centre, tip-off 6pm. Secure your tickets for that game here: https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/product/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-nottingham-trent-hoods/ The weekend’s action begins
- [Rockets Launch Under-17 Central Venue League!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-launch-under-17-central-venue-league/) - We are excited to be launching our new Rockets Central Venue League this October. This new competition will provide additional game experience for new and existing basketball players and officials across Birmingham and the West Midlands. The League will launch on Sunday 31st October at Nechells Wellbeing Centre and will continue on Sundays until the
- [Weekend Roundup: Men's First Team Record First League Victory](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-roundup-senior-men-record-first-league-victory/) - Our men’s first team were in action twice this weekend as we took on the University of Chester away on Saturday before hosting Team Birmingham Elite at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Sunday in cup action.We were able to record our first league victory of the season on Saturday, dominating for long stretches in a 54-72
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 65-71 Team Birmingham Elite](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-65-71-team-birmingham-elite/) - City of Birmingham Rockets suffered cup elimination at the hands of Team Birmingham Elite on Sunday evening. A fiercely competitive tie swung both ways a number of times throughout, with our visitors doing enough to hold on and claim the victory. The first quarter saw the Rockets reverse an early Team Birmingham lead thanks in
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets Women 33-52 Derbyshire Diamonds](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-33-52-derbyshire-diamonds/) - Our Senior Women’s First Team’s Division 2 North season opener ended in defeat on Saturday afternoon at the hands of an inspired Derbyshire Diamonds outfit at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. The Rockets struggled to contain Derbyshire in the paint throughout the game, whilst a stuttering offensive performance condemned Coach Peter Mintoft’s side to defeat. Michelle Turner
- [Weekend Preview: Senior Men Face Double Header Whilst Senior Women Begin Season at Home](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/weekend-preview-senior-men-face-double-header-whilst-senior-women-begin-season-at-home/) - Our Senior Men’s First Team make the journey to Cheshire tomorrow afternoon as they continue their league campaign against University of Chester, tip-off 6pm. Following last Saturday’s disappointment in our league opener, Coach Douglas’ side will be looking to bounce back and record our first league points on Saturday afternoon. The game will be held
- [Vacancy: Assistant Head Coach (Voluntary)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vacancy-assistant-head-coach-voluntary/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are pleased to be offering an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Coach to join the men's senior team. This voluntary role, reporting to the Head Coach, will have lead responsibility for all aspects of planning, logistics and coordination to ensure the team maximises its potential on the court. This
- [HOMETOWN HERO RICARDO D'ALVA ATTENDS BATON RELAY CEREMONY IN LONDON](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/hometown-hero-ricardo-dalva-attends-baton-relay-ceremony-in-london/) - We’re very proud of Ricardo D’Alva for being nominated as a Hometown Hero for the Commonwealth Games Baton Relay! Ricardo has worked tirelessly to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors leaves with a smile of their face. As coordinator of our Basketball Mins Programme, he’s enthused hundreds of children with a passion for
- [GRACE TURTON ANNOUNCED AS LATEST ADDITION TO THE SENIOR WOMEN'S FIRST TEAM ROSTER](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/grace-turton-announced-as-latest-addition-to-the-senior-womens-first-team-roster/) - Grace Turton becomes the latest addition to the Rockets Senior Women's Roster. Grace has been playing Basketball since school. After leaving education, she continued to play, eventually becoming captain of the Royal Air Force Women’s Team and even playing for the Combined Armed Forces Side. The 5’8 small forward is a great addition to the
- [Coach Paul Douglas Reflects On Opening Night Defeat](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/post-match-coach-paul-douglas-reflects-on-opening-night-defeat/) - We caught up with Coach Paul Douglas for his post-match thoughts after our Senior Men’s First Team fell to a 68-59 home defeat at the hands of Team Birmingham Elite on Saturday evening. Watch the full interview below. Our next home fixture will once again be against Team Birmingham Elite, this time in NBL Cup
- [Match Report: City of Birmingham Rockets 59-68 Team Birmingham Elite](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-report-city-of-birmingham-rockets-59-68-team-birmingham-elite/) - A ten-point run to start the fourth quarter gave the Rockets too big a margin to overturn at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on Saturday night as Team Birmingham Elite claimed an opening night victory. In a fiercely competitive game, the Rockets opened up a commanding early lead before our visitors fought back to claim a lead
- [Match Preview: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Team Birmingham Elite](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/match-preview-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-team-birmingham-elite/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club’s Senior Men’s First Team will play host to cross-city rivals Team Birmingham Elite in our opening NBL Division Two this afternoon, tip-off 6pm. The Opposition Formed in 2004, this afternoon’s opponents were formed as the Aston Athletics and were promoted from Division Three at the first attempt. They would
- [Rockets Set To Tip Off New League Season With Six Teams In Action This Weekend](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-set-to-tip-off-new-league-season-with-six-teams-in-action-this-saturday/) - This Saturday sees the start of the league season for our Senior Men and Junior sides, with a number of games taking place at Nechells Wellbeing Centre - including our Senior Men's First Team taking on Team Birmingham Elite at, tip-off 6pm. The action will get underway at 12.20, with our Under 14 Boys Conference
- [FINAL CALL: Secure Your Tickets For Team Birmingham Elite Fixture Tomorrow!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/final-call-secure-your-tickets-for-team-birmingham-elite-fixture-tomorrow/) - Remember to claim your tickets for tomorrow's derby game against Team Birmingham Elite! This fixture not only represents a local derby matchup, but also the start of our 2021/22 NBL Division 2 North campaign. It is set to be a fantastic event and we will need your support for what is set to be a
- [JORDAN DAWES COMMITS TO OUR SENIOR MEN’S FIRST TEAM](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/jordan-dawes-commits-to-our-senior-mens-first-team/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to announce the addition of Jordan Dawes to our Senior Men’s First Team roster for the 2021/22 season. The 28-year-old has been playing for the club in preseason and has proven himself as a valuable asset to Coach Paul Douglas’ side. Jordan hit the game-winning shot as
- [Hannah Porter Commits To Our Senior Women's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/hannah-porter-commits-to-our-senior-womens-first-team/) - Introducing the newest addition to our Senior Women's First Team, Hannah Porter! Hannah has played in the South West Regional Division, as well as in BUCS Division 1. We’re really excited to have added someone of her experience to the roster for the upcoming season. Welcome to the Rockets, Hannah! Secure your seat for this
- [Alex Gallagher Joins Up With Our Senior Team For 2021/22 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/alex-gallagher-joins-up-with-our-senior-team-for-2021-22-season/) - We’re proud to announce Alex Gallagher as the latest addition to the first team roster. The 20-year-old Shooting Guard has been part of the Rockets family for 8 years, and we’re looking forward to seeing them on the court this season. Welcome back, Alex! Secure your seat for this Saturday’s 6pm tip-off against Birmingham Elite
- [Anna Moiseenko Becomes The Latest Addition To Our Senior Women's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/anna-moiseenko-becomes-the-latest-addition-to-our-senior-womens-first-team/) - Anna Moiseenko becomes the latest addition to Coach Peter Mintoft's Senior Women's First Team squad ahead of the upcoming season. Anna was part of the Children's Youth Basketball League in Russia back in 2015, before going on to represent Siberian State Automobile and Highway University for 4 years as part of their university programme. Now
- [Marite Vane Returns To The Rockets Senior Women's First Team For 2021/22 Season!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/marite-vane-returns-to-the-rockets-senior-womens-first-team-for-2021-22-season/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to announce the return of Marite Vane to our Senior Women's First Team for the 2020/21 season! The shooting guard has been with the Rockets since 2018, winning our player of the year award in the 2019/20 season. We’re really happy that Marite’s committed to us for
- [Book Now To Secure Your Seat Against Birmingham Elite This Saturday!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/book-now-to-secure-your-seat-against-birmingham-elite-this-saturday/) - With the start to our league season less than a week away, make sure you are with us for what is set to be a fantastic spectacle as we host Birmingham Elite this coming Saturday, tip-off 6pm. The Rockets came back to secure a memorable victory against Worcester Wolves in the most dramatic of circumstances
- [Rockets To Welcome Local Schools To Home Fixtures This Season!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-to-welcome-local-schools-to-home-fixtures-this-season/) - The work we carry out in the local community is the foundation of our club, and as such we are delighted to be able to welcome schoolchildren from across the city to selected fixtures throughout our 2021/22 season. Students from Clifton Primary School were the first to benefit from these complimentary tickets on Saturday and
- [Thank You To Everyone Who Supported Our Test Event!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/thank-you-to-everyone-who-supported-our-test-event/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club would like to thank everyone who attended our Test Event on Saturday. There was a fantastic atmosphere throughout and we look welcoming you all back once again for the start of our new season, which will tip-off with a league match at Nechells Wellbeing Centre on 2nd October. The opponents
- [Senior Women's First Team Come Close As Men Fall To Defeat In Sell Out Test Event](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/senior-womens-first-team-come-close-as-men-fall-to-defeat-in-sell-out-test-event/) - Find the match reports for both of our Senior First Team fixtures from our Test Event below: City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club (Women’s) 56-57 West Suffolk Wolves Basketball Our Senior Women’s First Team fell to a late defeat as West Suffolk Wolves split a pair of late free throws to go up by one
- [Test Event Tickets Now Sold Out!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/secure-your-free-ticket-to-our-test-event-this-saturday/) - Our test event on Saturday 18th September will be a free entry, ticket only event. These friendly fixtures are your first chance to see our Senior First Teams in action, so come along and support the Rockets in what looks set to be a couple of enthralling matches! We are looking forward to welcoming you all
- [FINAL CALL: Secure Your Free Ticket Now For Our Test Event Fixtures Tomorrow!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/final-call-secure-your-free-ticket-now-for-our-test-event-fixtures-tomorrow/) - Please remember that in order to attend our test event fixtures this Saturday, a pre-booked, free online ticket will be required. There has been a fantastic response so far, so be sure to claim your free ticket as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We will not be able to accommodate people who turn up
- [Theo Turner Commits To The Rockets Senior Men's First Team For 2021/22 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/theo-turner-commits-to-the-rockets-senior-mens-first-team-for-2021-22-season/) - We’re excited to announce the addition of Theo Turner to the Rockets Senior Men's First Team roster! Theo started his career playing junior basketball in London, before gaining a part scholarship to play for at the Orme School of Arizona for the Orme Warriors where he graduated in 2011. Upon returning to the UK, Theo
- [Arivelle Trout Becomes The Latest Addition To Our Senior Men's First Team Roster](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/arivelle-trout-becomes-the-latest-addition-to-our-senior-mens-first-team-roster/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are pleased to be able to announce the addition of Arivelle Trout to our Senior Men’s First Team roster for 2021/22! Arivelle has played with us since age 12, coming through our Junior Programme and establishing a reputation as a fine defensive player. The 23-year-old 5’8 guard returns to the
- [Louis Rogerson-Evans Joins The Rockets First Team For 2021/22](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/louis-rogerson-evans-joins-the-rockets-first-team-for-2021-22/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are pleased to announce that Louis Rogerson-Evans will be joining up with Senior Men’s First Team for the 2021/22 season! Louis joins us on the back of a short stint with NBL Division 1 side Liverpool in 2019/20. The 6’3 shooting guard has BBL experience, having played for Cheshire Phoenix in
- [Ethan Woodward Steps Up From Under-18s Programme To Join Our 2021/22 Senior Men's First Team Roster](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/ethan-woodward-steps-up-from-under-18s-programme-to-join-our-2021-22-senior-mens-first-team-roster/) - We are thrilled to announce that Ethan Woodward has committed to our Senior Men’s First Team for the 21/22 season! The 20-year-old shooting guard is a graduate of our Under-18 Development Programme and demonstrates the clear pathway we can offer to players in our youth programmes. Alongside playing for our under-18 side last year, Ethan
- [Don't Forget To Claim Your Free Ticket For Our Test Event Matches This Saturday!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/dont-forget-to-claim-your-free-ticket-for-our-test-event-matches-this-saturday/) - Please remember that in order to attend our test event fixtures this Saturday, a pre-booked, free online ticket will be required. There has been a fantastic response to our initial post so be sure to claim your free ticket as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We will not be able to accommodate people who
- [Vasile Pirvu Returns To The Rockets For 2021/22 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/vasile-pirvu-returns-to-the-rockets-for-2021-22-season/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball are proud to announce the return of Vasile Pirvu to our Men’s First Team roster for the 2021/22 campaign. Vasile has been with us since 2019 and played an important role last season as we gained promotion from Division 3. The 6’6 forward is a former under 16 Romanian youth
- [Emil Akiboye-Washington Commits To The Rockets Senior Men's First Team For 2021/22](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/emil-akiboye-washington-commits-to-the-rockets-senior-mens-first-team-for-2021-22/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are pleased to announce the addition of Emil Akiboye-Washington to our Senior Men’s First Team roster for the 2021/22 season. The 26-year-old defensive specialist has been training with Coach Douglas this year and we are looking forward to seeing the impact he has on our team this season. The
- [Michael Gayle Joins The Rockets Men's First Team Roster For 2021/22](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/michael-gayle-joins-the-rockets-mens-first-team-roster-for-2021-22/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are delighted to welcome veteran guard Michael Gayle to our Men's First Team roster for the 2021/22 season. The 37-year-old last represented the Birmingham Knights in the 2013/14 season and we are thrilled to have a player of his experience and skillset on our team ahead of the upcoming
- [Men's First Team Fixture and Ticket Details Available Now](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mens-first-team-fixture-and-ticket-details-available-now/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball are pleased to announce details regarding our fixtures and tickets for our Men’s First Team ahead of the 2021/22 season. Tickets for the upcoming season will be priced as follows: Season Tickets: Adults - £50 Concessions - £25 Single Match Tickets Adults - £5 Concessions - £2.50 Secure your ticket
- [Digital Nechells Wellbeing Centre Open Day Programme Available Now](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/digital-nechells-wellbeing-centre-open-day-programme-available-now/) - Our special edition programme from our facility open day is available to read and download below. We still have a limited number of physical copies available which will be made available at home fixtures throughout the season. Nechells Wellbeing Centre Rockets Facility Open Day ProgrammeDownload
- [A Day To Remember For The Rockets As Facility Refurbishment Open Day Proves Hugely Successful](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/a-day-to-remember-for-the-rockets-as-facility-refurbishment-open-day-proves-hugely-successful/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball would like to extend a massive thank you to everyone who came along and supported our incredibly successful open day event on Saturday. The facility was used by over 200 players throughout the day, whilst live entertainment and an engaged audience set the stage for a memorable day for everyone
- [Felicite Umuhoza Commits To The Rockets For 2021/22 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/felicite-umahoza-commits-to-the-rockets-for-2021-22-season/) - We are proud to announce Felicite Umuhoza as the second addition to our Women’s First Team Roster. Welcome to the Rockets, Felicite! The 25-year-old small forward joins us with a wealth of experience which includes time playing for Bournville College, University College and Bromsgrove Bears. We’re delighted to have someone with her level of talent,
- [Milly Harrison Becomes The First Addition To Our 2021/22 Women's First Team Roster](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/milly-harrison-becomes-the-first-addition-to-our-2021-22-womens-first-team-roster/) - We are delighted to announce Milly Harrison as the first addition to the Women’s Senior Team this season. After beginning her journey into the sport at 14 years old, Milly went on to play for the Oxford National League team before joining up with the programme at the University of Birmingham for three years. We’re
- [Opportunities Available To Join The Rockets Ahead Of 2021/22 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/opportunities-available-to-join-the-rockets-ahead-of-2021-22-season/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball are looking to fill a number of positions ahead of the 2021/22 season. The positions available are as follows: Match Night VolunteersPhotographyVideographyStatisticiansCommunity CoachesSports Therapist/PhysiotherapistSports Nutritionist These roles will involve working with our senior Men’s and Women’s First Teams. The hours required for these roles will be between two and six
- [Erasmus Inclusion Project Update](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/erasmus-inclusion-project-update/) - We are pleased to announce our planned Erasmus Inclusion Project Schools delivery programme for the 2020/21 academic year. Our coaches will deliver 3 adapted basketball sessions in each of the schools shown below from September onwards with our coaches educating the school staff to enable further delivery once our sessions are complete. Managing Director, Robert
- [Junior Performance Programme Players Enjoy Pre-Season Weekend](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/junior-performance-programme-players-enjoy-pre-season-weekend/) - This past weekend we were pleased to be able to welcome around 80 players from our Junior Performance Programmes to a special pre-season weekend at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. The boys and girls, who are going to represent the Rockets under 14, 16 and 18 squads during the upcoming season, were able to enhance their skills
- [Mini Rockets Sessions Available To Book Now!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mini-rockets-sessions-available-to-book-now/) - We are excited to announce the launch of our Mini Rockets sessions for the coming season. We will be running sessions for ages 5-11 (school years 1-5) and ages 11-12 (school years 5-7) on Saturdays from Nechells Wellbeing Centre. These have proved very popular in previous years so sign up now to avoid disappointment! The
- [Coach Peter Mintoft Provides An Update On Women's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/coach-peter-mintoft-provides-an-update-on-womens-first-team/) - With announcements for our Rockets men’s team well underway, we are excited to announce that news regarding our women’s first team roster is set to start this coming week. The Rockets are committed to enhancing the reputation of the women’s game and as such we are excited to see the impact our committed first-team players
- [Nathan Ramsdale-Owen Becomes The Latest Addition To Our 2021/22 Roster](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/nathan-ramsdale-owen-becomes-the-latest-addition-to-our-2021-22-roster/) - We’re proud to announce the return of shooting guard Nathan Ramsdale-Owen to the Rockets first team roster! Nathan is another signing who started his National League basketball career playing in the club's junior set up, before receiving a part scholarship and moving to Oaklands College in Hertfordshire. The motivated shooting guard has since gained some
- [Matt: "I Want To Do Whatever I Can To Contribute To Winning"](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/matt-i-want-to-do-whatever-i-can-to-contribute-to-winning/) - We caught up with young guard Matt Gaskell to talk his basketball journey so far and his hopes and ambitions for the upcoming campaign. Basketball in Birmingham has been part of Matt’s life since an early age with his parents introducing him to the Birmingham Bullets before joining the youth setup at COB a few
- [Mike: "The Season Can't Come Fast Enough"](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mike-the-season-cant-come-fast-enough/) - We caught up with Gatluak ‘Mike‘ Thiep following his commitment to the Rockets for the upcoming season to talk his time playing in the USA, Asia and Europe as well as the impact he hopes to have on the team both on and off the court this season. Mike spent time growing up in Birmingham and it
- [Miles: "I can’t wait to get out there with the team"](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/miles-i-cant-wait-to-get-out-there-with-the-team/) - We caught up with Miles Moore after he committed to the Rockets for the upcoming season to talk his journey into basketball and his ambitions for the season ahead. At sixteen years old, Miles has only been involved in the game for three years having discovered the sport whilst becoming disillusioned with playing football. “I
- [Miles Moore Joins The Rockets Ahead Of 2021/22](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/miles-moore-joins-the-rockets-ahead-of-2021-22/) - We are proud to announce Miles Moore as the latest addition to our men’s first team roster. Welcome to the Rockets, Miles! The 6’5 shooting guard came through the ranks at Coventry Tornadoes before completing a year at Charnwood Academy, linked to the Leicester Riders programme. Still only 16, Miles joined the club during lockdown
- [Faaris: "I Am Very Excited To Get Started"](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/faaris-i-am-very-excited-to-get-started/) - We caught up with new signing Faaris Mughal following his signing announcement yesterday to discuss his journey up to this point, how his desire to play developed during his time in the Rockets’ youth setup, and his ambitions for the upcoming season. Faaris has been involved with the youth setup at the Rockets since he
- [Gatluak 'Mike' Thiep Joins The Rockets Ahead of 2021/22 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/gatluak-mike-thiep-joins-the-rockets-ahead-of-2021-22-season/) - The Rockets are pleased to announce their second signing for the 2021/22 season with the addition of Gatluak ‘Mike‘ Thiep to the roster. At 7’0 tall, Thiep will provide shot-blocking, rebounding and a scoring presence for Rockets as the team and Coach Paul Douglas prepare for the challenges ahead in Division 2. Having been born
- [Faaris Mughal Signs For Men's First Team Ahead of 2021/22 Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/faaris-mughal-signs-for-mens-first-team-ahead-of-2021-22-season/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are delighted to announce the signing of Faaris Mughal to our men’s first team ahead of the 2021/22 campaign. The 6’1 shooting guard has been with the Rockets since the age of 13 and has been playing with our National League youth sides from Under 14s to Under 18s. The 18-year-old
- [Rockets support Birmingham CG 2022 ticket launch event](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-mark-presence-at-birmingham-2022-ticket-launch-event/) - It was yet another brilliant morning at Rockets, working with our friends from Birmingham 2022 to launch the West Midlands ticket ballot. The new outdoor court at Summerfield Park is a brilliant example of how the #B2022 will enthuse local young people to participate in our great game in their local community. Find out more
- [Bursary fund in the name of Olympic basketball star is helping Rockets aim high](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/how-bursary-fund-in-the-name-of-olympic-basketball-star-is-helping-rockets-aim-high/) - A Former Olympic basketball star is set to help players and coaches reach new heights at the Rockets. Birmingham’s biggest community basketball club has set up a bursary fund in the name of Brisbane Bullets legend Rob Sibley. The Robert Sibley Bursary Scheme aims to support players and coaches on their basketball journey, especially those
- [COB Rockets announce 10 teams for the 2021/22 National League season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/city-of-birmingham-rockets-will-be-entering-10-teams-for-the-2021-22-national-league-season/) - We are pleased to announce Rockets be entering 10 teams for the 2021/22 National League season from Under 12s through to Senior Men and Women who will both be competing in Division 2 for the first time. Our comprehensive pathway for male and female basketballers is complemented by our new show court and seating which
- [Rockets First Team News](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-first-team-news/) - We are really pleased to announce 2 very exciting coaching appointments to spearhead our mens and women’s first teams for the 2021/22 season! Leading our Rockets Men’s programme will be Coach Paul Douglas. Following an illustrious BBL playing career during which Douglas established himself as one of the city’s best-ever homegrown players Birmingham Bullets, he
- [BROADWAY ACADEMY, JOINS FORCES WITH ROCKETS](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/broadwayjoinsforceswithrockets/) - Broadway Academy School in Perry Barr is building on the excitement of the Commonwealth Games in 2022 by forming a unique partnership with Birmingham’s biggest community basketball club. The Academy is joining forces with the City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club to provide a memorable educational and sporting experience in partnership with the Broadway Sixth
- [Mini Rockets Basketball Easter Camp 2021](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mini-rockets-basketball-easter-camp-2021/) - After a year away are pleased to announce the return of our Easter Mini Rockets Basketball Camp 2021! Our 3 day camp will take place from 9.30am – 1pm on Monday 12th, Wednesday 14th and Friday 16th April on our amazing new court and includes lots of fun activities, skill work and daily challenges! We
- [Rockets announce European Inclusion Project](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/erasmus-project-with-our-spanish-partners-hla-alicante/) - We are very pleased to be involved in an exciting Erasmus Project with three other organisations from other European countries including our partner club HLA Alicante in Spain. The Programme is between four basketball clubs in Spain, England, Sweden, and Bulgaria, and for a period of two years from 2021 to 2023, aims to achieve
- [Broadway Academy School, joins forces with Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/broadway-academy-school-joins-forces-with-rockets/) - Broadway Academy School in Perry Barr is building on the excitement of the Commonwealth Games in 2022 by forming a unique partnership with Birmingham’s biggest community basketball club. The Academy is joining forces with the City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club to provide a memorable educational and sporting experience in partnership with the Broadway Sixth
- [Outdoor Basketball is back on Monday 29th March!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/outdoor-basketball-is-back/) - With the easing of government restrictions and following Basketball England’s return to play guidance, we are very pleased to announce the start of outdoor sessions commencing on 29th March 2021 at the following venues: - Mere Green, Sutton - 9 Stourton Road - Quinton - Babbs Mill Park - Chelmsley Wood - Short Heath,
- [Happy Mother's Day 2021](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/happy-mothers-day-2021/) - We’d like to wish a very Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers and persons taking on a mother’s role to care for their children. Happy Mother’s Day from all of us here at City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball club in special to all the basketball mums not just today but every day! ?♥️?
- [International Womens Day 2021](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/international-womens-day-2021/) - Wishing a very happy Woman’s Day to strong, intelligent, talented and simply wonderful women of this world! Don’t you ever forget that your are loved and appreciated. #internationalwomensday2021
- [Hakeem Olajuwon City of  Birmingham Rockets Summer Camp 2021](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/hakeem-olajuwon-city-of-birmingham-rockets-summer-camp-2021/) - The recent government announcement has now given us some cautious optimism that our Hakeem Olajuwon 2021 Summer Camp may now be able to take place, providing the country is able to reopen over the coming months. This really is our favourite week of the year when we see so many regular and wonderful faces from
- [Rockets is recruiting a crew for  Match Day!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-is-recruiting-a-crew-for-match-day/) - We are busy assembling our match night crew for the 2021/22 season & have some great opportunities available! If you are interested in event management, commentary, entertainment, volunteering, etc get Contact us!
- [CITY ACADEMY JOINS FORCES WITH BIRMINGHAM ROCKETS](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/city-academy-joins-forces-with-birmingham-rockets/) - ++ Birmingham school first in the UK to become specialist basketball academy ++ ++ The ‘City Rockets’ train alongside elite players ++ This academic year will see City Academy in Birmingham City Centre become the first specialist basketball academy in the UK thanks to the launch of an exclusive partnership with the Birmingham Rockets. The
- [2K Foundations Funding Issued to Birmingham Basketball Club to Rejuvenate Facilities and Offer More Community Outreach in 2021](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/2k-foundations-funding-issued-to-birmingham-basketball-club-to-rejuvenate-facilities-and-offer-more-community-outreach-in-2021/) - Philanthropic programme from video game publisher behind the NBA® 2K franchise offers funding to UK basketball club Windsor, UK and Birmingham, UK – November 23rd, 2020 – 2K and the City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club announced that 2K Foundations funding will be issued to the club to rejuvenate its current facilities and offer more
- [Papa John’s Pizzas have teamed up with COB ROCKETS to provide £300 of free pizza vouchers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/papa-johns-pizzas-have-teamed-up-with-cob-rockets-to-provide-300-of-free-pizza-vouchers/) - We are really pleased to have teamed up with Papa John’s Pizzas to provide £300 of free pizza vouchers to some of those local families hardest hit by the pandemic. Rockets MD, Rob Palmer, commented, “We recognise how difficult this past 12 months have been for everyone. This is a lovely initiative which will provide a
- [The 6th Form College, Solihull with City of Birmingham Rockets - Apply Now!!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/the-6th-form-college-solihull/) - Based close to Solihull Town Centre, our academy partnership with The 6th Form College has built organically and steadily over the past 4 years. The club and college have developed a strong relationship to provide outstanding academic and basketball opportunities to students through our academy. The club delivers 12 hours of dedicated basketball per week
- [Broadway Academy with City of Birmingham Rockets - Apply Now!!](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/broadway-academy-with-city-of-birmingham-rockets-apply-now/) - Based in North Birmingham we aim to provide a memorable educational and sporting experience in partnership with the 6th Form. Our dedicated staff have a proven track record of producing elite athletes which will continue at Broadway Academy School. Utilising our existing national and international partnerships we will endeavour to support elite players in finding
- [Basketball England has made two key decisions about the 2020/21 season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/basketball-england-has-made-two-key-decisions-about-the-2020-21-season/) - Following consultation with the elite teams and players active in the National Basketball League Division One (Men and Women), the season will continue under our current Government-sanctioned Return To Play Guidance with additional Covid-19 testing. However, non-elite senior and junior NBL/WNBL competitions, suspended until this point, will be cancelled for the season with the option of alternative competition later in the year, should conditions be safe and viable. You can Read NOW
- [Rockets launch a new Academy in North Birmingham based at Broadway Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-launch-a-new-academy-in-north-birmingham-based-at-broadway-academy/) - We are delighted to announce our increased academy programme for 16-19 year-olds, including the launch of a new Rockets Academy in North Birmingham based at Broadway Academy. The new academy sees the return to Rockets of nationally renowned Coach Paul ‘Dougie’ Douglas. He will head up the programme with students able to choose from a

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- [COB Rockets Home](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/) - Sessions Our sessions are in high demand so book early to avoid disappointment. Book a Session Book a Camp If your son or daughter loves basketball then attending our camps is a must! Book a Camp Buy Match Tickets View match fixtures and buy your tickets in advance. Buy Match Tickets City of Birmingham Rockets Latest News
- [Holiday Community Camps](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/half-term-camps/) - If your son or daughter loves basketball then attending these camps is a must! Campers will learn lots of new skills in a warm and friendly environment with lots of competitions and games to ensure camps are lots of fun! We offer a range of camps throughout the year including half-term and holiday specific camps to ensure
- [Camps](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/camps/) - If your son or daughter loves basketball then attending these camps is a must! Campers will learn lots of new skills in a warm and friendly environment with lots of competitions and games to ensure camps are lots of fun! We offer a range of camps throughout the year, including half-term and holiday-specific camps to
- [Adult Recreational Sessions](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/adult-recreational-sessions/) - Our Adult Recreational Sessions are back – join us every Friday evening from 9-10:30pm at Nechells Wellbeing Centre – the home of the Rockets! Open to players of all ability and experience levels, our adult recreation sessions are a great option for those looking for an opportunity to play basketball, meet like-minded people and stay
- [Boys Development Sessions (Age 11-17)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/boys-development-sessions/) - Booking for September 2025-August 2026 is now open! Boys Development Sessions (Age 11-17) Our Boys Development Sessions are open to players aged 11-17 and offer the ideal environment for players looking to get into basketball for the first time or develop their game in a dedicated environment. Our popular Saturday sessions
- [Mini Basketball Sessions](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mini-basketball-sessions/) - Booking for September 2025-August 2026 is now open! Our Mini Basketball Sessions are the perfect introduction to basketball for players aged 3-11. Sessions are hosted by DBS-checked and highly intuitive coaches with sessions meticulously planned to ensure your child has the best possible experience with us! Our popular Saturday sessions usually sell
- [Buy Tickets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/buy-tickets/) - Explore season ticket & individual game ticket options below! The 2026/27 British Championship Basketball (BCB) season is fast approaching! Click the image below to explore our season tickets today – the full fixture list is coming very soon but you can see our BCB Trophy Groupstage fixtures at the bottom of this page as
- [Men's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mens-team/) - 2025/26 Player Profiles Check back soon for our 2026/27 roster announcements... TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA Coaching & Support Staff Charles Smith Head Coach Matthew Gaskell Assistant Coach Joana Lima
- [Women's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/womens-first-team/) - Meet the 2026/27 Rockets Women! TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA Coaching Staff Clive Allen Head Coach Dominic Hanna Sports Therapist
- [Rockets Girls Youth Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-girls-youth-club/) - Welcome to a space designed entirely for you. The Birmingham Rockets Girls Youth Club is more than just an after-school hang-out—it’s a vibrant, safe, and supportive community where girls aged 11–16 can thrive, grow and lead. Whether you want to make new friends, develop powerful life skills or just shoot some hoops, this is your
- [Welcome by the Chair](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/welcome/) - Welcome by the Chair City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club works on the principle that we are a ‘chosen’ family, open to all, playing, working and socialising together in the spirit that, what we have to offer is in line with our motto, ‘More than a game’. The promise we make to you is
- [Girls Development Sessions (Age 11-17)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/girls-development-sessions/) - Booking for September 2025-August 2026 is now open! Our all-girls Saturday sessions will be held at Heartlands Academy (B7 4QR) from 11:00am – 12:30pm and are open to players aged 11-18 years old. These sessions offer the ultimate way for players to improve and enjoy basketball in an environment catered for female participants.
- [Rockets Youth Club (Nechells Youth Project)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/nechells-youth-project/) - The Rockets Youth Club runs from 4:30pm-6:30pm every Monday, Thursday & Friday – click here to register your interest today! Rockets are pleased to launch a new community initiative to provide our Rockets members and Nechells residents aged 11-16 with basketball opportunities and personal development support. Also open to our Rockets members and Nechells residents,
- [Hakeem Olajuwon 'City of Birmingham Rockets' International Summer Camp](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/summer-camp/) - Hakeem Olajuwon ‘City of Birmingham Rockets’ International Summer Camp Booking for our 2026 Hakeem Olajuwon International Summer Camp is now open! Our last five camps have sold out in advance of camp starting, with 2026 being our second year hosting two weeks to deal with the exceptional demand. We will once
- [Community Memberships](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/community-memberships/) - Welcome to our Community Membership page. We’re excited to offer three fantastic membership tiers for a full year of exclusive benefits. All memberships are valid for 12 months from the date they are taken out. Please note: You can book on to one month's worth of sessions without a membership. Before booking on to a
- [Birmingham Rockets Summer Performance Camp with Coach Charles Smith](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/birmingham-rockets-summer-performance-camp-with-coach-charles-smith/) - After several hugely successful years running our International Summer Camp, Birmingham Rockets are thrilled to unveil our all-new Summer Performance Camp, a premier residential programme crafted specifically for advanced and performance-level athletes. Led by Birmingham Rockets Men’s Head Coach, Charles Smith, this intensive week-long experience is built to push serious players to their limits, combining elite on-court
- [Club Staff](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/club-staff/) - Robert Palmer Chief Executive Officer Kirk Dawes Chair of the Board Ricardo D’Alva Head of Schools & Community Peter Mintoft Head of Human Resources & People Development Thomas Jobson Head of Media & Communications Paul Douglas Head of Junior Performance Academy (TD)
- [Rockets Opportunities](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-opportunities/) - Coaching We aim to develop the best coaches in the region through the opportunities we are able to offer across the club and via the support system our Rockets Coach Mentoring Programme provides. We believe the position of working with young people is an incredible one – our expectations of our coaching staff are high, but
- [Partners & Sponsors](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/partners-sponsors/) - Partners & Sponsors We are most grateful to all our partners for their ongoing support. Sponsorship Opportunities: The club has a range of sponsorship opportunities that would give any partnering business excellent exposure both on a local and national basis, whilst helping to support the club as we continue to try and make a
- [Academy Teams](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/academy-teams/) - Rockets Academy at Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMet)Click here for more information on our academy at BMet college! Player Profiles for our 2025/26 EABL Team will be here soon!
- [Welfare](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/welfare/) - Welfare City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club takes the welfare and safeguarding of our members very seriously. We will ensure that children remain protected at all times. Our policy and procedures are reviewed regularly, to ensure that all persons involved with our club are checked and where necessary, have an Enhanced Certificate from
- [Age Group Performance](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/age-group-performance/) - Junior Performance Programme 2025/26 Season So Far… Click here to see the current league tables! Junior Performance Programme Season Preview: 2024/25 Junior Performance Programs 2025/26
- [Our Board Members](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/our-board-members/) - Meet Our Board Members Kirk Dawes Chairman & Director Robert Palmer Chief Executive Officer Hakeem Olajuwon Director & Club Ambassador Paul Faulkner Trustee Liz Ballenger Trustee David Fennell Trustee Daniel Harrison Trustee Roger Telphia Trustee Richard Moore Trustee Kirk DawesChairman and Director Kirk is a former Detective with West Midlands Police (where he was regional
- [Community Session FAQs](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/community-session-faqs/) - How do I book a basketball session with City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club? To book onto one of our sessions, select the session you wish to attend, click on the icon to bring up the registration form, fill out the form carefully and then come along to the session. We require a monthly commitment
- [Book a Session](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/book-a-session/) - Book a Session Booking for September 2025-August 2026 is now open! Welcome to our booking page for Rockets Basketball sessions. Our popular mini basketball (3-11-year-olds) and skill development sessions (12-17-year-olds) are the first point of contact for players joining the club. As you’ll see below you’ll need to book on
- [Become a Partner or Sponsor](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/become-a-partner-or-sponsor/) - This is your opportunity to back an amazing and impactful community project with one of Birmingham’s most successful and ambitious sports clubs. City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club is a social enterprise that positively impacts the lives of hundreds of children and young adults across our great city through basketball, by developing their skills that will serve them
- [Rockets Academy at Birmingham Metropolitan College](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bmet-college/) - City of Birmingham Rockets' unique partnership with Birmingham Metropolitan College allows aspiring student-athletes the ability to combine their basketball development with academic study at the city's largest post-16 education provider; with the opportunity to complete the Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) as part of the Rockets Academy. This new programme will also allow student athletes
- [Academy Programmes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/academy-programmes/) - Academy Programmes Welcome to the City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Academies, our 16-19 programme linking our Rockets club basketball offer with outstanding education providers. Academy Overview Rockets Academy Programmes are based at Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMet), Broadway Academy in Perry Barr (North Birmingham) and at The 6th Form College Solihull (South Birmingham)
- [Mission Statement](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mission-statement/) - At City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club, our mission is to ignite passion, inspire excellence, and support our community through the power of basketball. We are committed to developing athletes of all ages and abilities promoting teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship both on and off the court. By creating a positive, inclusive, and competitive environment, we
- [Central Venue Leagues](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/central-venue-leagues/) - Central Venue Leagues Central Venue League competition allows players the opportunity to compete in organised basketball games, complete with match officials. The entry fee to join the Rockets Central Venue League and receive your Central Venue League kit is a one-off cost of £25. This kit is then yours to keep and you
- [Contact Us](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/contact-us/) - Contact Us Our opening hours for enquiries are Monday to Friday (Except Bank Holidays) from 09.00 am – 5.00 pm. For telephone enquiries please call us on our office number shown below. If your call is outside of our office hours, please leave a message and a member of our staff will return your call
- [Schools Programme](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/schools-programme/) - Schools Programme Our Rockets Schools Programme, supported by Aston University, enables Primary and Secondary schools across the region to experience a club coach delivering sessions during curriculum time and after school. Pupils will receive an amazing experience with one of our dedicated Rockets community coaches. We have been delivering our sessions in schools
- [Foundation Programme](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mini-rockets-foundation-programme/) - Foundation Programme The Rockets Foundation Programme provides primary-age children with an introduction to basketball in a safe and friendly environment where having fun is the priority for our coaching staff. Boys and girls are welcomed from the age of 5 through until 11, where each young person will be learning a range of fundamental basketball
- [Girls in Basketball](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/girls-in-basketball/) - Our female programme is a growing area of our basketball offering - we are excited to keep growing this crucial area of our club through the following initiatives. All Girls Basketball Sessions Our all-girls sessions take place on Saturday mornings from 11am-12:30pm at Hearlands Academy (B7 4QR) - book online today and come and give
- [SOLIHULL SIXTH FORM COLLEGE](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/solihull-sixth-form-college/) - Solihull Sixth Form College Combining Sport and Education at Solihull Sixth Form College With the deadline to apply for a place at Solihull Sixth Form College fast approaching, budding basketball players are being urged to come forward to take advantage of a partnership with the City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club. The
- [Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/diploma-in-sporting-excellence-dise/) - The Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) is a Level 3 qualification is designed to be a dual career pathway programme which enables a high-performance basketball player to prepare for an alternative career alongside the opportunity to propel his or her playing potential forwards. Student players wishing to obtain a DISE nomination are expected to be
- [Rockets 20th Anniversary Exhibition Event](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-20th-anniversary-exhibition-event/) - City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club are excited to host an all-star basketball exhibition event as part of our 20th anniversary celebrations. The event will showcase some of the city's finest basketball talent, with one of our 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medalists returning to represent Birmingham, while also providing a networking opportunity as we look
- [Broadway Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/broadway-academy-2/) - Broadway Academy As part of our partnership with education provider Broadway Academy, we are pleased to be accepting applications to join our programme for the upcoming academic year. The partnership will form part of our pathway for 16 -19-year-olds would providing students with an outstanding experience and support network to help realise their full potential
- [Erasmus Inclusion Project](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/erasmus-project/) - Erasmus Inclusion Project We are delighted to be involved in this incredible Inclusive Basketball project! In September 2021, Rockets CEO Robert Palmer attended the partners’ meeting in Alicante along with participating organisations from HLA Alicante, Bulgarian Special Olympics Consortium and Wetterbygden Basketball from Huskvarna in Sweden. After a successful first programme
- [Checkout](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/checkout-3/) - Checkout [woocommerce_checkout]
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Assisted Funding Scheme](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/assisted-funding/) - City of Birmingham Rockets are proud to be represented by players from across the wide range of communities in Birmingham and the wider region. Our membership currently originates from 45 different countries, a range of socioeconomic backgrounds and provides a clear reflection of the demographics of the West Midlands. The club provides a
- [Mini Rockets Sessions](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mini-rockets-sessions/) - Mini Rockets Sessions Thank you for visiting our booking page for our Mini Rockets Basketball sessions. These popular sessions are the first point of contact for players joining the club. As you’ll see below you’ll need to book on to a class first of all – we will require a payment in advance
- [Hakeem Olajuwon](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/hakeem-olajuwon/)
- [Club News](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/club-news/) - Latest Club News
- [Training Courses](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/training-courses/) - Training Courses We believe in growing the game by empowering and educating more leaders to deliver basketball. Rockets are pleased to be able to deliver a range of training courses as part of our community offer. These include Basketball Activator, Referee, Coaching, Table Officiating and statistics courses. Courses can be delivered in the community and
- [Outreach Programmes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/grassroots-outreach/) - Outreach Programmes Rockets work with a range of partners to work across the great diverse city of Birmingham. This enables us to take our club around the region and provide a Rocket’s experience to those communities who are unable to come to us. In recent times we have successfully delivered a wide range of programmes
- [Mission, Values and Vision](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mission-values-and-vision/) - Mission, Values and Vision Our Values These are our core beliefs that guide our actions, policies and decision making. To respect each other.To value diversity, equality and inclusivity.To lead, support and educate with honesty, integrity and clarity.To do the right thing. Our Mission To be the number one basketball club in Birmingham for everyone who
- [Grow The Game](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/grow-the-game/) - Grow The Game Our Grow The Game Programme allows hundreds of new basketball players to join Rockets sessions in their own locality. We have partnered with a number of schools across the city to offer a series of hubs for new boys and girls to play our wonderful sport and be coached by our Rockets
- [Club Gallery](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/club-gallery/) - Rockets Gallery
- [Our History](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/our-history-2/) - Our History City of Birmingham Basketball Club was formed in 2003 with the initial simple concept of providing basketball playing opportunities for young people in Birmingham. The past eighteen years have seen the club embark upon an incredible journey at Nechells Wellbeing Centre. Thousands of young people have played basketball at the club during this
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- [First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/first-team/)
- [Mini Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/mini-rockets/) - We are now looking forward to the 2021/22 season. We will be running a try out event for our Under 12 mixed gender team shortly. For more information please email us at cobrockets@gmail.com U12 Mixed 2019/2020 Season U11 Boys 2019/2020 Season U9 Boys 2019/2020 Season
- [The Robert Sibley Bursary Fund](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/the-robert-sibley-bursary-fund/) - The Fund The Robert Sibley Bursary Fund is available to support Rockets players, officials and coaches in need of support to continue their basketball journeys and experiences. Robert Sibley, aged 53, is an Australian basketball legend currently fighting bladder and kidney cancer. He had a glittering basketball career with Brisbane Bullets and Melbourne Tigers. The
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- [Programmes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/programmes/)
- [Rockets Mini Camps](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/rockets-mini-camps/)
- [Half Term Community Camps](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/half-term-community-camps/) - Community Camps Each Half Term we deliver Community Basketball Camps aimed at providing participants with a fun and engaging week of activity. Our coaches tailor sessions to meet the needs of the young people involved and ensure that each and every participant is challenged appropriately and given a great experience. These activities are always well
- [Employability](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/employability/)
- [About Academies](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/about-academies/)
- [Girls Youth Teams](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/girls-youth-teams/) - Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the 2020/21 season has been canceled by Basketball England. More information will be published regarding our Performance Teams shortly once we have more information relating to the 2021/22 season. For more information please email us at cobrockets@gmail.com U14/U15 Girls 2019/2020 U16/U17 Girls 2019/2020
- [Community](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/community/) - Community Programme Rockets Community Programme enables the club to work across the diverse communities of the great city of Birmingham. Activities include a Grow The Game Programme consisting of localised Rockets satellite clubs geographically spread around the city, a comprehensive Schools Programme introducing the game to both Primary and Secondary age children, Half Term
- [Performance](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/performance/) - Rockets 2020/21 Junior Performance Programme will include our team’s from Under 12 through until Under 18 Our male and female teams will compete in Junior National League competitions at Premier and Regional levels with weekly games against the top teams in the country. The Performance Pathway supports players and coaches from the age of 12
- [U14 Premier](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/u14-premier/)
- [U14 Conference](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/u14-conference/)
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- [U12 Mixed](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/u12-mixed/)
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## Games

- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs Derby Trailblazers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-derby-trailblazers/)
- [Worthing Thunder vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/worthing-thunder-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-2/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs Bradford Dragons](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-bradford-dragons/)
- [Essex Rebels vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/essex-rebels-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/)
- [Loughborough Riders vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/loughborough-riders-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/)
- [Team Newcastle University vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/team-newcastle-university-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/)
- [Thames Valley Cavaliers vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/thames-valley-cavaliers-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs Bristol Hurricanes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-bristol-hurricanes-2/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs Hemel Storm](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-hemel-storm/)
- [Milton Keynes Breakers vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17941/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets vs Nottingham Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17937/)
- [Nottingham Hoods vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17939/)
- [Reading Rockets vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17936/)
- [Hemel Storm vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17933/)
- [Bristol Hurricanes vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17931/)
- [Bradford Dragons vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17928/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets vs Essex Rebels](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17927/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets vs Reading Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17940/)
- [Thames Valley Cavaliers vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17926/)
- [Wilson vs COB](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/wilson-vs-cob/)
- [Bears vs EVO](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/bears-vs-evo/)
- [EVO vs COB](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/evo-vs-cob/)
- [Wilson vs Bears](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/wilson-vs-bears/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets vs Team Newcastle University](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17929/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets vs Loughborough Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17932/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets vs Milton Keynes Breakers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17934/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets vs Worthing Thunder](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17925/)
- [Derby Trailblazers vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/17923/)
- [Derby Trailblazers vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/derby-trailblazers-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [Newcastle Uni vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/newcastle-uni-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [Essex Rebels vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/essex-rebels-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [Anglia Ruskin University vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/anglia-ruskin-university-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Team Solent Kestrels](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-team-solent-kestrels/)
- [Bristol Academy Flyers vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/bristol-academy-flyers-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-2/)
- [Endeavour Ipswich Basketball vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/endeavour-ipswich-basketball-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs CoLA Southwark Pride](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-cola-southwark-pride/)
- [Reading Rockets vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/reading-rockets-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Thames Valley Cavaliers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-thames-valley-cavaliers/)
- [Loughborough Riders vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/loughborough-riders-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Barking Abbey](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-barking-abbey/)
- [Brent Bulls vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/brent-bulls-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Brent Bulls](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-brent-bulls/)
- [Manchester Mystics vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/manchester-mystics-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Anglia Ruskin University](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-anglia-ruskin-university/)
- [Team Solent Kestrels vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/team-solent-kestrels-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [Bristol Academy Flyers vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/bristol-academy-flyers-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Endeavour Ipswich Basketball](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-endeavour-ipswich-basketball/)
- [CoLA Southwark Pride vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/cola-southwark-pride-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Manchester Mystics](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-manchester-mystics-2/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Reading Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-reading-rockets/)
- [Thames Valley Cavaliers vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/thames-valley-cavaliers-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Loughborough Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-loughborough-riders/)
- [Barking Abbey vs City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/barking-abbey-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Derby Trailblazers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-derby-trailblazers/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women vs Manchester Mystics](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-manchester-mystics/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Hemel Storm](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/hemel-storm-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-2/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Worthing Thunder](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/worthing-thunder-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-2/)
- [London Elite vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/london-elite-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Reading Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-vs-reading-rockets/) - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nbl-division-one-basketball-birmingham-rockets-vs-reading-rockets-tickets-774485847017?aff=oddtdtcreator
- [Loughborough Riders vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/loughborough-riders-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Nottingham Trent Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/nottingham-trent-hoods-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-2/)
- [Thames Valley Cavaliers vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/thames-valley-cavaliers-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Bradford Dragons](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-vs-bradford-dragons/) - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nbl-division-one-basketball-birmingham-rockets-vs-bradford-dragons-tickets-774504091587?aff=oddtdtcreator
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Barking Abbey](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/barking-abbey-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-2/) - nbl-division-one-basketball-birmingham-rockets-vs-barking-abbey-tickets-774478625417
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Derby Trailblazers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-vs-derby-trailblazers/) - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nbl-division-one-basketball-birmingham-rockets-vs-derby-trailblazers-tickets-774468475057?aff=oddtdtcreator
- [Worthing Thunder vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/worthing-thunder-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Newcastle Uni](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-vs-newcastle-uni/)
- [Hemel Storm vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/hemel-storm-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs London Elite](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-vs-london-elite/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Essex Rebels](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-vs-essex-rebels/)
- [Nottingham Trent Hoods vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/nottingham-trent-hoods-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Loughborough Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-vs-loughborough-riders/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Thames Valley Cavaliers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-vs-thames-valley-cavaliers/)
- [Bradford Dragons vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/bradford-dragons-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [Barking Abbey vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/barking-abbey-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs Worcester Wolves](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-worcester-wolves/)
- [Bristol Hurricanes vs City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/bristol-hurricanes-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs Leicester Warriors](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-leicester-warriors-2/)
- [Charnwood Riders vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-northamptonshire-titans/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs Myerscough Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women-vs-myerscough-academy/)
- [ENCON Derbyshire Arrows vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/derbyshire-arrows-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs St Helens Saints](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-st-helens-saints/)
- [Doncaster Eagles vs City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-doncaster-eagles/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs University of Chester](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-university-of-chester/) - Get your tickets here: city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-university-of-chester-saturday-8th-january-2022-at-730pm
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs Encon Derbyshire Arrows](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-encon-derbyshire-arrows/) - Get your tickets here: city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-encon-derbyshire-arrows-saturday-4th-december-2021-at-730pm
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club vs Charnwood Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-vs-charnwood-riders/) - Secure Your Tickets Now! Tickets available here: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Charnwood Riders Tickets Join us for a doubleheader of basketball action this Saturday, 30th October. Our women's first team get the action underway at 17:00 as they host Stockport Lapwings before our men take to the court at 19:30.
- [City of Birmingham Rockets vs Bristol Hurricanes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/event/city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-bristol-hurricanes/) - Secure Your Tickets Now! Tickets available here: City of Birmingham Rockets vs Bristol Hurricanes

## Teams

- [London Cavaliers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/thames-valley-cavaliers/)
- [COB Elite](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/cob-elite/)
- [Team EVO](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-evo/)
- [Bears](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/bears/)
- [Team Wilson](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-wilson/)
- [Nottingham Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/nottingham-hoods/)
- [Milton Keynes Breakers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/milton-keynes-breakers/)
- [Team Newcastle University](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-newcastle-university/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/city-of-birmingham-rockets-2/)
- [Anglia Ruskin University](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/anglia-ruskin-university/)
- [Team Solent Kestrels](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-solent-kestrels/)
- [CoLA Southwark Pride](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/cola-southwark-pride/)
- [Brent Bulls](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/brent-bulls/)
- [Endeavour Ipswich Basketball](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/endeavour-ipswich-basketball/)
- [City Of Birmingham Rockets Women](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/city-of-birmingham-rockets-women/)
- [Reading Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/reading-rockets/)
- [Loughborough Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/loughborough-riders/)
- [Bristol Academy Flyers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/bristol-academy-flyers/)
- [Manchester Mystics](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/manchester-mystics/)
- [Barking Abbey](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/barking-abbey/)
- [Newcastle Uni](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/newcastle-uni/)
- [London Elite](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/london-elite/)
- [Worthing Thunder](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/worthing-thunder/)
- [Hemel Storm](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/hemel-storm/)
- [Essex Rebels](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/essex-rebels/)
- [Derby Trailblazers](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/derby-trailblazers/)
- [Bradford Dragons](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/bradford-dragons/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club-2/)
- [Worcester Wolves](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/worcester-wolves/)
- [St Helens Saints](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/st-helens-saints/)
- [Leicester Warriors](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/leicester-warriors/)
- [Team H (Sharks)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-h-sharks/)
- [Team G (Eagles)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-g-eagles/)
- [Team F (Bulls)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-f-bulls/)
- [Team E (Wildcats)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-e-wildcats/)
- [Team D (Bears)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-d-bears/)
- [Team C (Wolves)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-c-wolves/)
- [Team B (Tigers)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/team-b-tigers/)
- [University of Chester](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/university-of-chester/)
- [Manchester Magic](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/manchester-magic/)
- [Northamptonshire Titans](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/northamptonshire-titans/)
- [Nottingham Trent Hoods](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/nottingham-trent-hoods/)
- [Doncaster Eagles](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/doncaster-eagles/)
- [Myerscough Basketball Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/myerscough-basketball-academy/)
- [Encon Derbyshire Arrows](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/encon-derbyshire-arrows/)
- [Bristol Hurricanes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/bristol-hurricanes/)
- [City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/city-of-birmingham-rockets-basketball-club/)
- [Charnwood Riders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/team/charnwood-riders/)

## Players

- [Martyn Gayle](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player/martyn-gayle/) - Martyn Gayle returned to Birmingham Rockets ahead of the 2022/23 season and played a key role as player/coach as the team earned promotion to NBL Division One.
- [Colin Kaepernick](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player/colin-kaepernick/) - Colin Rand Kaepernick (born November 3, 1987) is anAmerican football quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL)
- [Darrin Benn](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player/darrin-benn/)
- [Terrance Childe](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player/terrance-childe/)
- [Justin Leggatt](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player/justin-leggatt/)
- [Thomas Edward Brady, Jr.](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player/thomas-edward-brady-jr/) - Thomas Edward Patrick "Tom" Brady Jr. (born August 3, 1977) is an American football quarterback for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL).
- [Finn Rosetta](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/player/finn-rosetta/)

## Staff

- [Pantelis Tsantanis](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/staff/pantelis-tsantanis/) - Mr Pantelis Tsantanis a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic surgeon at the University Hospitals Birmingham Foundation Trust. He has a special interest in the care of patients with upper limb conditions and sports related musculoskeletal injuries.
- [Robert Palmer](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/staff/paul-pressey/) - Rob is the original founder of the club in 2003. He has 17 years of sports development experience in the city, with a range of coaching experiences and working with young people in leadership and mentoring roles. He is responsible for club operations on and off-court, workforce management and strategic planning and partnership development.

## Calendars

- [2024/25 Men's First Team Fixtures & Results](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/calendar/2024-25-mens-first-team-fixtures-results/)
- [2023/24 Men's Fixtures & Results](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/calendar/2023-24-mens-fixtures-results/) - The 2023/24 NBL Division One season is now complete, with Rockets finishing ninth in our first year in the top division. The season proved to be a memorable one with the team also reaching the quarterfinals of the KitKing Trophy with the foundations for further success now in place. We are looking for
- [2023/24 Women's Fixtures & Results](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/calendar/2023-24-womens-fixtures-results/)
- [Fixtures List](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/calendar/fixtures-list/)

## League Tables

- [Central Venue League (Starting June 2024)](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/table/central-venue-league-june-2024/)
- [Central Venue League](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/table/central-venue-league/)
- [NBL Division 2 North](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/table/nbl-division-2-north/)

## Player Lists

- [Arizona TPL](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/list/arizona-tpl/)
- [Stylemix team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/list/stylemix-team/) - This is an example Player List. As a new SportsPress user, you should go to your dashboard to delete this Player List and create new Player Lists for your content. Have fun!
- [Secret team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/list/secret-team/) - This is an example Player List. As a new SportsPress user, you should go to your dashboard to delete this Player List and create new Player Lists for your content. Have fun!
- [Miami team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/list/miami-team/) - This is an example Player List. As a new SportsPress user, you should go to your dashboard to delete this Player List and create new Player Lists for your content. Have fun!
- [Memphis team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/list/memphis-team/) - This is an example Player List. As a new SportsPress user, you should go to your dashboard to delete this Player List and create new Player Lists for your content. Have fun!

## Galleries

- [COB Gallery Set 1](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bwg_gallery/cob-gallery-set-1/)

## Gallery Share

- [Image](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/bwg_share/image/)

## Categories

- [Latest News](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/latest-news/)
- [News](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/news/)
- [Interviews](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/interviews/)
- [Match report](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/match-report/)
- [Upcoming Events](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/upcoming-events/)
- [Ticket News](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/ticket-news/)
- [Community](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/community/)
- [Match Preview](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/match-preview/)
- [Erasmus Inclusion Project](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/erasmus-inclusion-project/)
- [Rockets In Focus](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/rockets-in-focus/)
- [Gallery](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/gallery/)
- [Rockets In Review](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/rockets-in-review/)
- [Vacancies](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/vacancies/)
- [Rockets Academies](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/rockets-academies/)
- [Features](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/features/)
- [Camps](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/camps/)
- [Schools](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/category/schools/)

## Tags

- [basketball](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/basketball/)
- [nba](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/nba/)
- [New Signing](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/new-signing/)
- [First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/first-team/)
- [Men's Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/mens-team/)
- [Faaris Mughal](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/faaris-mughal/)
- [Gatluak Thiep](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/gatluak-thiep/)
- [Interviews](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/interviews/)
- [Miles Moore](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/miles-moore/)
- [Interview](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/interview/)
- [Matt Gaskell](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/matt-gaskell/)
- [Mike Thiep](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/mike-thiep/)
- [Stephanos Kontopyrgos](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/stephanos-kontopyrgos/)
- [Nathan Ramsdale-Owen](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/nathan-ramsdale-owen/)
- [Women's Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/womens-team/)
- [Coach Peter](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/coach-peter/)
- [Mini Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/mini-rockets/)
- [Felicite Umahoza](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/felicite-umahoza/)
- [Milly Harrison](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/milly-harrison/)
- [Opportunities](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/opportunities/)
- [Programme](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/programme/)
- [Nechells Wellbeing Centre](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/nechells-wellbeing-centre/)
- [Open Day](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/open-day/)
- [Ticket News](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/ticket-news/)
- [Fixture News](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/fixture-news/)
- [Michael Gayle](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/michael-gayle/)
- [Emil Akiboye-Washington](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/emil-akiboye-washington/)
- [Vasile Pirvu](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/vasile-pirvu/)
- [Ethan Woodward](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/ethan-woodward/)
- [Arivelle Trout](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/arivelle-trout/)
- [Louis Rogerson-Evans](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/louis-rogerson-evans/)
- [Theo Turner](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/theo-turner/)
- [Test Event](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/test-event/)
- [Community](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/community/)
- [Match Report](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/match-report/)
- [Match Preview](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/match-preview/)
- [Coach Paul Douglas](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/coach-paul-douglas/)
- [Commonwealth Games](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/commonwealth-games/)
- [Ricardo D'Alva](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/ricardo-dalva/)
- [Hometown Hero](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/hometown-hero/)
- [Vacancy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/vacancy/)
- [Central Venue League](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/central-venue-league/)
- [Weekend Preview](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/weekend-preview/)
- [Junior](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/junior/)
- [Michael Price](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/michael-price/)
- [Weekend Review](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/weekend-review/)
- [Rocket's Academies](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/rockets-academies/)
- [Minis Christmas Camp](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/minis-christmas-camp/)
- [NBA2K22](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/nba2k22/)
- [Rockets Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/rockets-academy/)
- [Armed Forces](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/armed-forces/)
- [SHAPE International Basketball Tournament](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/shape-international-basketball-tournament/)
- [Juniors](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/juniors/)
- [Junior Teams](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/junior-teams/)
- [Cheerleaders](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/cheerleaders/)
- [Community Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/community-coach/)
- [Work With Rockets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/work-with-rockets/)
- [Half Season Ticket](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/half-season-ticket/)
- [University of Chester](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/university-of-chester/)
- [Match Gallery](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/match-gallery/)
- [Inside Rockets Podcast](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/inside-rockets-podcast/)
- [Club Statement](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/club-statement/)
- [Rockets In Focus](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/rockets-in-focus/)
- [Under-14](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/under-14/)
- [Under-18](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/under-18/)
- [Easter Camp](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/easter-camp/)
- [Rockets In Review](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/rockets-in-review/)
- [England Talent Programme](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/england-talent-programme/)
- [Trials](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/trials/)
- [National Teams](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/national-teams/)
- [NBL Awards](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/nbl-awards/)
- [Erasmus Inclusion Project](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/erasmus-inclusion-project/)
- [Awards Evening](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/awards-evening/)
- [Tia May](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/tia-may/)
- [Ziah Francis](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/ziah-francis/)
- [Partnerships](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/partnerships/)
- [HLA Alicante](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/hla-alicante/)
- [Technical Director](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/technical-director/)
- [Ryan Emery](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/ryan-emery/)
- [YBL](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/ybl/)
- [Afonso Tavares](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/afonso-tavares/)
- [Mark Evans](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/mark-evans/)
- [Steve Dudley](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/steve-dudley/)
- [Marcellus Elfrey](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/marcellus-elfrey/)
- [Canon Respect Project](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/canon-respect-project/)
- [Martyn Gayle](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/martyn-gayle/)
- [Kayne King](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/kayne-king/)
- [Vacancies](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/vacancies/)
- [Ronald Oberia](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/ronald-oberia/)
- [Catarina Seixas](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/catarina-seixas/)
- [Georgia Darby](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/georgia-darby/)
- [Dume Okibe](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/dume-okibe/)
- [Christian Prince](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/christian-prince/)
- [Luke Okosieme](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/luke-okosieme/)
- [Taiwo Badmus](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/taiwo-badmus/)
- [Karl Teesdale](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/karl-teesdale/)
- [Siggy Hoar](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/siggy-hoar/)
- [Heather Maxwell](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/heather-maxwell/)
- [Samuel Toluwase](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/samuel-toluwase/)
- [Fabienne Zere](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/fabienne-zere/)
- [Sarah Mullgrave](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/sarah-mullgrave/)
- [Ruth Usman](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/ruth-usman/)
- [Hannah Porter](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/hannah-porter/)
- [Jess Blandford](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/jess-blandford/)
- [BMet](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/bmet/)
- [EABL](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/eabl/)
- [Enkeleda Pashaj](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/enkeleda-pashaj/)
- [Cara Sheppard](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/cara-sheppard/)
- [Emma James](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/emma-james/)
- [Under 14](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/under-14-2/)
- [Under 16](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/under-16/)
- [Edge Ahead Tuition](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/edge-ahead-tuition/)
- [Sponsor](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/sponsor/)
- [Awards](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/awards/)
- [Michelle Turner](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/michelle-turner/)
- [Playoffs](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/playoffs/)
- [Season Tickets](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/season-tickets/)
- [Inclusion](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/inclusion/)
- [Marco Crespi](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/marco-crespi/)
- [Hakeem Olajuwon](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/hakeem-olajuwon/)
- [Summer Camp](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/summer-camp/)
- [Try-Outs](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/try-outs/)
- [Volunteer](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/volunteer/)
- [Nektarios Papadopoulos](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/nektarios-papadopoulos/)
- [Schools](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/schools/)
- [Shireland Academy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/shireland-academy/)
- [Rockets Basketball Hubs](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/rockets-basketball-hubs/)
- [Youth Development](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/youth-development/)
- [Basketball Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/basketball-coach/)
- [Roster Update](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/roster-update/)
- [New Kit](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/new-kit/)
- [Birmingham](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/birmingham/)
- [Jayden Grewal](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/jayden-grewal/)
- [Clive Allen](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/clive-allen/)
- [Game Night](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/game-night/)
- [Camps](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/camps/)
- [Shireland Technology Primary](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/shireland-technology-primary/)
- [West Heath](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/west-heath/)
- [Player of the Season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/player-of-the-season/)
- [3x3](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/3x3/)
- [Jr NBA](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/jr-nba/)
- [Head Coach](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/head-coach/)
- [Charles Smith](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/charles-smith/)
- [Newcastle Eagles](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/newcastle-eagles/)
- [British Basketball League](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/british-basketball-league/)
- [BBL](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/bbl/)
- [Class For Kids](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/class-for-kids/)
- [Jordan Dawes](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/jordan-dawes/)
- [England](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/england/)
- [Larry Duru](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/larry-duru/)
- [Jude Hyland](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/jude-hyland/)
- [Levi Noel](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/levi-noel/)
- [Pre-season](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/pre-season/)
- [KitKing Trophy](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/kitking-trophy/)
- [Leon Henry](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/leon-henry/)
- [Orlan Jackman](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/orlan-jackman/)
- [Lucas McGregor](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/lucas-mcgregor/)
- [CJ Hayden](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/cj-hayden/)
- [Aston University](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/aston-university/)
- [Shortlisted](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/shortlisted/)
- [Alicante](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/alicante/)
- [EYBL](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/eybl/)
- [Europe](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/europe/)
- [Highlights](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/highlights/)
- [National Cup](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/national-cup/)
- [BCB](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/bcb/)
- [Basketball in Birmingham](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/basketball-in-birmingham/)
- [Birmingham Basketball](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/birmingham-basketball/)
- [British Championship Basketball](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/british-championship-basketball/)
- [Eric Donaldson](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/eric-donaldson/)
- [Zack Powell](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/zack-powell/)
- [3llStarr](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/3llstarr/)
- [3allStarr](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/3allstarr/)
- [Women's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/womens-first-team/)
- [Ronald Blain](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/ronald-blain/)
- [Men's First Team](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/tag/mens-first-team/)

## Leagues

- [Central Venue League 2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/league/central-venue-league-2022/)
- [Central Venue League - Under 16 Boys](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/league/central-venue-league-under-16-boys/)
- [NBL Division One](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/league/nbl-division-one/)
- [WNBL Division One](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/league/wnbl-division-one/)

## Seasons

- [2015](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/season/2015/) - 2015
- [2016](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/season/2016/) - 2016
- [2017](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/season/2017/) - 2017
- [2022](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/season/2022/)
- [2023/24](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/season/23-24/)
- [2024/25](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/season/24-25/)
- [June 2024 CVL](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/season/j24cvl/)

## Courts

- [Nechells Wellbeing Centre](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/venue/nechells-wellbeing-centre/)
- [TBC](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/venue/tbc/)

## Positions

- [Cornerback](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/position/10-cornerback/)
- [Guard](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/position/0-guard/)
- [Quarterback](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/position/0-quarterback/)
- [Running Back](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/position/1-running-back/)

## Jobs

- [Managing Director](https://www.cobrockets.co.uk/role/managing-director/)