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,…
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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…
Women’s 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…
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
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…
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…
Women’s 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.…
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…
Rockets Fall To Defeat In Manchester But Promising Signs For Coach Peter’s 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,…
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…
Women’s 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…
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…
First Team Preview: Men’s Team Travel To Manchester As Women’s 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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Weekend Preview: Seven 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…
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
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…
Hannah Porter Commits To Our Senior Women’s 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…
Anna Moiseenko Becomes The Latest Addition To Our Senior Women’s 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!
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…
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
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…
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…
Don’t 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…
Test Event Tickets Now Sold Out!
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…
Felicite Umuhoza 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
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…
Coach Peter Mintoft Provides An Update On Women’s 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…