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…

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…

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…

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…

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!

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…

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!

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!

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!

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

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…

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…

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!

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!

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!

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…

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…

Final Men’s 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…

Men’s 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…

VACANCY | Men’s 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…

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 Win ‘Best Game Day Experience’ At 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…

NBL Division Two Men 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.…

Men’s 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”

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…

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’…