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Manchester, Leicester and Nottingham dominate in weekend of Championship activity

Sheffield’s double-digit win over Caledonia was the tightest contest in a string of highly convincing victories. Manchester Basketball 84 – 58 Essex Rebels This week’s Championship action tipped off in Manchester, when the hosts welcomed the Essex Rebels to the National Basketball Performance Centre. Bride Kennedy-Hopoate set the tone immediately for Manchester, splashing home a …

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Super League Basketball Cup Final to Make History at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

Super League Basketball (SLB) is delighted to announce that Motorpoint Arena Nottingham will host the league’s inaugural Cup Final on March 9 2025, marking a historic moment as the venue’s first-ever major British basketball event. The Motorpoint Arena is an iconic venue in the heart of Nottingham known for hosting top-tier events ranging from international …

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Manchester, Sheffield and Leicester impress in exciting start to Championship action

The 2024-2025 league campaign began in dramatic fashion, as Riders earned a thrilling overtime victory over Newcastle, Essex and Oaklands secured victory, while Manchester and Sheffield dominated. Manchester Basketball 96 – 48 London Lions Championship action tipped off at the National Basketball Performance Centre on Saturday afternoon, as the London Lions travelled north-west to face …

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Last four of Betty Codona Trophy comfirmed after thrilling weekend of action

The final four teams have been determined following the final round of Betty Codona Trophy group games over the weekend. After four consecutive seasons, the London Lions’ tight grip on the Trophy has been released, and a new name will be engraved on the silverware on January 26 in Birmingham, as the defending champions were …

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Super League Basketball to end historic first season with an action-packed showdown at The O2, London

With a historic season now well underway, Super League Basketball are proud to announce that their debut campaign will conclude at one of the most iconic venues in sports, as the season-ending Play-off Finals will take place at The O2, London. On Sunday May 18 2025, the biggest game in the British basketball calendar promises …

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Ipswich stun Lions, Gladiators, Wolves start with wins

The Betty Codona Trophy cut the ribbon for the new Super League Basketball season over the weekend, and history was made in its very first game. Endeavour Ipswich BC became the first team from the Women’s National Basketball League to win a game in the Trophy with a 104-80 success over the holders, London Lions. …

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2024/25 Super League Basketball Fixtures Confirmed

Ahead of the inaugural season, Super League Basketball is delighted to confirm the complete fixture list for the Women’s League, including the Championship, Trophy and Play-off competitions. The season tips off on Saturday September 28 with Trophy Group Stage action as the London Lions travel east to face this season’s wildcard team from Basketball England’s …

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Super League Basketball gets green light to unite elite men’s and women’s game

Super League Basketball (SLB) is delighted to confirm the unification of Great Britain’s elite men’s and women’s leagues under one banner.  Following a unanimous vote by shareholders of the Women’s British Basketball League, both the men’s and women’s elite competitions will now adopt SLB branding and work together to unlock the sport’s considerable potential across …

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London Lions complete historic campaign with fourth consecutive Playoff title

London Lions completed a quadruple of silverware in the 2023/24 campaign, with a 92-65 win over the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles in the Women’s British Basketball League Playoff Final. Abby Meyers’ 31-point performance; a new record for a Women’s League Playoff Final, led the Lions to their fourth trophy of the year, and fourth Playoff title …

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British basketball legend Temi Fagbenle secures Molten Most Valuable Player honours

Temi Fagbenle becomes the third London Lion in succession to win Molten Most Valuable Player (MVP) honours in the British Basketball League, as the Great Britain legend secured the most coveted individual honour in the country after guiding her side to tremendous collective success throughout the season.   Succeeding fellow GB internationals Jo Leedham-Warner and Kiki …

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