Newcastle Eagles head off on their first road trip of the 2022-23 BBL season this afternoon. Destination is Cheshire with a Championship clash against the hometown Phoenix in the offering. It’s another tough assignment for Head Coach Marc Steutel’s side who tipped off their official season with a 64 – 84 loss on Friday night…
Newcastle Eagles got their home WBBL season off and running last night at the Vertu Motors Arena looking to open their winning account after a heavy loss up in Scotland last weekend against Caledonia Gladiators. Nottingham on the other hand were playing their first game after having had their opening game wiped off the schedule…
A frustrating fourth quarter performance saw Newcastle Eagles fall 84-64 to Manchester Giants in their sold-out BBL season opener. Newcastle led the contest heading into Q4 but were ultimately unable to overcome a Rahmon Fletcher inspired Giants. Fletcher departed the Eagles this summer after seven seasons which saw him help Newcastle claim multiple titles on…
Courtney Clasen faces an extended spell on the sidelines after Newcastle Eagles confirmed the forward won’t be rushed back from injury. But club bosses continue to work around the clock in order to bolster a roster looking to bounce back from last weekend’s tough loss at Caledonia Gladiators. Noelia Cacheiro’s side entertain Nottingham Wildcats at…
Newcastle Eagles head coach Marc Steutel is excited to get the new BBL season underway on a sold-out Friday night against Manchester Giants. This summer has brought about a host of changes on Tyneside for the Eagles, which included the departure of longstanding guard Rahmon Fletcher. Friday night will see Fletcher return to Newcastle as…
Our Eagles new point guard David Cohn will get to see competitive action on the Vertu Motors Arena court tonight when the Manchester Giants come to town. Flying to just in time to see the pre-season finale Cohn has been able to assess what his role within the team can be and how he can help…
Sintons has continued its support of the North East’s most successful sports team through reaffirming its commitment to Newcastle Eagles for the 2022-23 season. As the most successful team in British Basketball League (BBL) history, the Eagles are a huge name on the national and international sporting stage with their multi-purpose arena home also now…
The North East’s newest fan zone will deliver a family-friendly World Cup experience with a difference as thousands of football fans flock to the home of Newcastle Eagles. The Vertu Motors Arena has built a burgeoning reputation as the premier indoor venue for world class sport and entertainment in the North East. And now big…
Ben Mockford can’t wait to make up for lost time as Newcastle Eagles belatedly join the BBL party on Friday. Marc Steutel’s men were restricted to the practice court while their top flight rivals got stuck into Championship action last weekend. But Mockford and co. get the ball rolling in 48 hours when Rahmon Fletcher’s…
A double double on debut from Katie Nolan couldn’t save Newcastle Eagles from a sobering defeat at the hands of Caledonia Gladiators. The ambitious Scottish franchise dominated from start to finish as the depleted visitors struggled to find any semblance of rhythm. And although Nolan emerged with 15 points and 14 rebounds, the battling US…
It is with great sadness that Newcastle Eagles confirm the injury Rowell Graham-Bell sustained in our second pre-season game against Surrey Scorchers is season-ending. The club will now work with him to support his rehabilitation while he remains in Newcastle. Everyone at the Eagles wishes Rowell the best with his recovery and hope to see…
Newcastle Eagles head coach Marc Steutel is delighted to have landed his third signing inside a week as he gets his roster ready and set for next Friday’s first tip-off. The newest Eagles is 6 7” small forward Lesley Varner, who comes to Newcastle fresh from an excellent first season pro in Austria’s Basketball Superliga….
The North East’s newest fan zone will deliver a family-friendly World Cup experience with a difference as thousands of football fans flock to the home of Newcastle Eagles. The Vertu Motors Arena has built a burgeoning reputation as the premier indoor venue for world class sport and entertainment in the North East. And now big…
On Monday 19 September 2022 our Vertu Motors Arena will be closed to the public out of respect for the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Staff, teams and members of the public have been paying the respects at the venue during the pre-season games and will continue to do so this weekend prior…
Great Britain have work to do ahead of this week’s Italian job after meeting their match in a Kristaps Porzingis-powered Latvia. But Nate Reinking’s men head to Milan for Friday’s Eurobasket opener against Ukraine buoyed by a battling display against the star-studded visitors. And more gutsy performances like this could yet propel GB into the…
This Sunday’s FIBA Basketball World Cup Qualifier between Great Britain and Latvia has sold-out over 48 hours before the two teams tip-off. Fans of the two nations will flock to the home of Newcastle Eagles this weekend as once again the Vertu Motors Arena plays host to international basketball competition. The venue’s sales records were…
NBA superstar Kristaps Porzingis looks set to thrill another capacity crowd on Tyneside next month as international basketball returns to the North East. More than 1,000 tickets for Great Britain’s latest World Cup qualifier against Latvia were snapped up within 24 hours. And confirmation that Washington Wizards star Porzingis will suit up against Nate Reinking’s…
Great Britain will be looking cement a strong start to the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Qualifiers Second Round on Sunday 28 August when they return to Newcastle to face Latvia at the Vertu Motors Arena. GB have secured two wins in their last three outings in the North East having toppling European heavyweights, Germany…
In a huge night of professional boxing, the North East’s very own Josh Kelly will headline at the Vertu Motors Arena on Saturday 30 July. The home of Newcastle Eagles, the most successful British basketball team of all-time, is set to be the venue for even more sporting successes as some of the region’s brightest boxing…
There was Turkish delight on Tyneside last night as hundreds of visiting fans celebrated an eye-catching World Cup win inside a sold-out Vertu Motors Arena. Nate Reinking must go back to the drawing board after overseeing successive defeats on his long-awaited return to the Great Britain ranks. But Turkish playcaller Ergin Ataman boldly predicted an…
Nate Reinking is convinced Great Britain can bounce back from midweek defeat in Greece and serve up a third successive win on Tyneside. Star studded Turkey visit the Vertu Motors Arena this afternoon as Group B’s World Cup qualifiers conclude on Tyneside. And after GB’s headline-grabbing wins against Germany and Greece at the home of…
Dan Clark is convinced Great Britain can continue to upset the odds and reinforce the nation’s reputation as World Cup wildcards. The veteran centre suits up against Greece in tonight’s pressure-cooker qualifier insisting Nate Reinking’s men are in it to win it. And Clark is confident GB can bring another big victory back to Newcastle…
The home of Newcastle Eagles, the most successful British basketball team of all-time, is set to be the venue for even more North East sporting successes as it prepares to host a star-studded line-up of the region’s boxing talent next month. Josh Kelly leads the card that will showcase the area’s brightest prospects as Wasserman…
Marc Steutel insists there’s no place like home as he prepares to represent Newcastle Eagles on the World Cup stage next weekend. The Vertu Motors Arena hosts another sell-out clash against star-studded Turkey a week today. And a proud Steutel will step on court as part of GB’s coaching staff for the first time since…
Newcastle Eagles head off on their first road trip of the 2022-23 BBL season this afternoon. Destination is Cheshire with a Championship clash against the hometown Phoenix in the offering. It’s another tough assignment for Head Coach Marc Steutel’s side who tipped off their official season with a 64 – 84 loss on Friday night…
A frustrating fourth quarter performance saw Newcastle Eagles fall 84-64 to Manchester Giants in their sold-out BBL season opener. Newcastle led the contest heading into Q4 but were ultimately unable to overcome a Rahmon Fletcher inspired Giants. Fletcher departed the Eagles this summer after seven seasons which saw him help Newcastle claim multiple titles on…
Newcastle Eagles head coach Marc Steutel is excited to get the new BBL season underway on a sold-out Friday night against Manchester Giants. This summer has brought about a host of changes on Tyneside for the Eagles, which included the departure of longstanding guard Rahmon Fletcher. Friday night will see Fletcher return to Newcastle as…
Our Eagles new point guard David Cohn will get to see competitive action on the Vertu Motors Arena court tonight when the Manchester Giants come to town. Flying to just in time to see the pre-season finale Cohn has been able to assess what his role within the team can be and how he can help…
Sintons has continued its support of the North East’s most successful sports team through reaffirming its commitment to Newcastle Eagles for the 2022-23 season. As the most successful team in British Basketball League (BBL) history, the Eagles are a huge name on the national and international sporting stage with their multi-purpose arena home also now…
Ben Mockford can’t wait to make up for lost time as Newcastle Eagles belatedly join the BBL party on Friday. Marc Steutel’s men were restricted to the practice court while their top flight rivals got stuck into Championship action last weekend. But Mockford and co. get the ball rolling in 48 hours when Rahmon Fletcher’s…
It is with great sadness that Newcastle Eagles confirm the injury Rowell Graham-Bell sustained in our second pre-season game against Surrey Scorchers is season-ending. The club will now work with him to support his rehabilitation while he remains in Newcastle. Everyone at the Eagles wishes Rowell the best with his recovery and hope to see…
Newcastle Eagles head coach Marc Steutel is delighted to have landed his third signing inside a week as he gets his roster ready and set for next Friday’s first tip-off. The newest Eagles is 6 7” small forward Lesley Varner, who comes to Newcastle fresh from an excellent first season pro in Austria’s Basketball Superliga….
Newcastle Eagles faithful will be delighted with the news that Duke Shelton becomes the latest signing to head coach Marc Steutel’s 2022-23 roster. The 6’10” centre put up a sensational 33 point, 17 rebound game last weekend against Swedish champions Norrkoping Dolphins in a thrilling 87-79 victory. Fans were chanting his name and the big man…
As Newcastle Eagles enter the final 7-days of preparation before the new BBL season begins, the club has parted company with Brandon McKissic. Head coach Marc Steutel said: “We wish Brandon all the best moving forward with his career. He has been a great professional in his short time with the club.” The Eagles’ are…
Our new 2022-23 BBL kit is on pre-sale from our club shop online now. Orders will be ready for collection from the club shop at our first home game of the season on Friday 30 September. WBBL fans will be able to pre-order the women’s Kappa kit soon.
Newcastle Eagles’ fresh new BBL kit is now on sale sale after being unveiled in the club’s biggest ever pre-season. Earlier this month the club revealed Newcastle College University Centre as its new men’s team kit sponsor. And Marc Steutel’s rebuild roster of Eagles will suit-up in their new Kappa kit in a competitive clash…
Our October 2022 Half-Term Camps are available to book now for Under-10s through to Under-18s and EABL players. The camp days are for players of all ranges of ability and take place from Monday 24 to Thursday 27 October. Please see below for details about each camp date: Monday 24 October 09:00 – 16:00 U10,…
Starting on Wednesday 28 September our Vertu Motors Arena will be hosting two new weekly girls only coaching sessions led by WBBL players. NEW WEEKLY SESSIONS ON WEDNESDAYS U10 & U12 – 6-7pm U14 & U16 – 7-8pm These beginner and intermediate sessions are open to girls at any of our junior clubs and for all abilities. The…
In first major event for the re-launched Eagles Academy its coaches, players and officials took part in a two-day crossover event in Edinburgh and Newcastle. There were wins on the court for all our performance players, but the biggest win was the development of all involved. Saturday saw our Eagles Under 14s boys, girls and…
At such an exciting moment for women’s sport it’s the perfect opportunity to get into basketball with our brand new girls only sessions, coached by players from our Newcastle Eagles WBBL team. Following the historic and inspirational performances of the Lionesses winning the 2022 UEFA European Women’s Football Championship, the first major trophy for a senior England…
Our Summer 2022 Basketball Camps are available to book now for players of all ages and ability. Camp days take place from 9am to 3pm from Monday 25 July until Friday 2 September with set days for age groups throughout the summer. Each booking is just £16.50 per player per day and we are also offering parents the chance to drop-off players early from 8:30am at…
George Merrifield flies the flag for the Eagles Academy this weekend after the hot prospect won his place at the inaugural Aspire All-Star National Tournament. The cream of the country’s Under 13 and Under 15 hoops talent descends on Manchester’s National Basketball Performance Centre for two days of red hot action. And Merrifield has been…
On Thursday night our Eagles WBBL team and Academy coaches hosted our biggest girls only clinic yet with over 50 players taking to the Vertu Motors Arena court for the special Her World Her Rules event. In the UK the Her World Her Rules project, led by FIBA Europe in partnership with GB Basketball, aims…
Following on from the success of our 2021-22 season when all three of our Eagles Academy teams reached the Junior National Basketball League’s last 16 and our Under 14 boys went one further to reach the national quarter finals, we are delighted to say that we are expanding our advanced development provision this coming year….
Our WBBL team are hosting a special ‘Her World, Her Rules’ girls only basketball clinic on Thursday 26 May 2022 at the Vertu Motors Arena from 6pm until 8pm. The clinic is just £5 per player and is open to girls aged 5 to 16 years old. In partnership with GB Basketball there will be exclusive…
On Saturday night our Vertu Motors Arena hosted a night all about the future stars of North East basketball as our Newcastle Eagles Academy celebrated their successes at the end of a record season. Players in our Junior National Basketball League teams were joined by their coaches, team managers, family and friends for the annual…
Starting on Monday 9 May we will be running a two month pilot of two new girls only coaching sessions at the Vertu Motors Arena led by WBBL players. NEW WEEKLY SESSIONS ON MONDAYS U10 & U12 – 6-7pm U14 & U16 – 7-8pm These hour-long weekly sessions are available to book now for just £15…
Fighting for a place at the finals of this year’s Hoops 4 Health tournament gave fired-up pupils at Crookhill Primary a renewed sense of purpose and focus. And the runaway winners of the Gateshead competition can’t wait to compete in the end-of-season Champion of Champions event. Laura Hedley, Year Five teacher at Crookhill, revealed: “In…
Newcastle Eagles got their home WBBL season off and running last night at the Vertu Motors Arena looking to open their winning account after a heavy loss up in Scotland last weekend against Caledonia Gladiators. Nottingham on the other hand were playing their first game after having had their opening game wiped off the schedule…
Courtney Clasen faces an extended spell on the sidelines after Newcastle Eagles confirmed the forward won’t be rushed back from injury. But club bosses continue to work around the clock in order to bolster a roster looking to bounce back from last weekend’s tough loss at Caledonia Gladiators. Noelia Cacheiro’s side entertain Nottingham Wildcats at…
A double double on debut from Katie Nolan couldn’t save Newcastle Eagles from a sobering defeat at the hands of Caledonia Gladiators. The ambitious Scottish franchise dominated from start to finish as the depleted visitors struggled to find any semblance of rhythm. And although Nolan emerged with 15 points and 14 rebounds, the battling US…
Our 2022-23 WBBL roster has been set for the new season start tonight as new and returning faces are added to the team that will take to the court. Guards Millie Oates and Mollie Arnold will suit-up in black and white again this season. This year makes it a fourth as an Eagle for Arnold…
Newcastle Eagles take a trip into the unknown tonight as they tackle Scotland’s rebooted franchise in a hotly anticipated WBBL season-opener. The newly-branded Caledonia Gladiators feature North East hoops legend and Great Britain star Chantelle Handy in a star-studded roster. And Newcastle’s Chloe Gaynor — who is back from injury and on limited minutes —…
Our new 2022-23 BBL kit is on pre-sale from our club shop online now. Orders will be ready for collection from the club shop at our first home game of the season on Friday 30 September. WBBL fans will be able to pre-order the women’s Kappa kit soon.
Noelia Cacheiro heads into next weekend’s league opener confident that a team growing on and off the court can make some serious noise in the WBBL this season. Newcastle Eagles face Caledonia Gladiators on Friday sweating on the fitness of star duo Chloe Gaynor and Courtney Clasen. And the club is working around the…
It’s been somewhat of a whirlwind week for Newcastle Eagles new head coach Marc Steutel with two wins from three games so far in pre-season and a change to his roster all inside a matter of days after returning from GB duties at EuroBasket. The decision was taken to rest Jermel Kennedy and Darius Defoe therefore…
Ambitious tech disruptor Marra is making a play for the region’s top talent after joining forces with Tyneside’s trailblazing women’s basketball team. The North East-based start-up is on a mission to upskill the tech stars of the future and embrace the transformational power of cloud-based technology. And a company committed to gender diversity and unlocking…
Noelia Cacheiro is still seeking the final pieces of her WBBL jigsaw as Newcastle Eagles prepare to step up their pre-season preparations this weekend. But the Spaniard is confident the puzzle will be complete come the end of the month as she continues to work with a network of contacts worldwide. And Cacheiro has revealed…
To tip-offf the new season we are excited to host a Meet The Teams Night on Saturday 24 September! Hear what the new BBL and WBBL players have to say in a Q&A hosted by former Eagles player and Sky Sports presenter Drew Lasker then get the first chance to get signatures and selfies before…
The Chloe Gaynor connection has helped Newcastle Eagles WBBL land one of British basketball’s most exciting emerging talents. Zoe Willis joins Noelia Cacheiro’s new-look roster following a hugely successful four-year spell Stateside. And the Essex-born guard will be reunited with former Barking Abbey team-mate Gaynor after ruling out a move to London Lions. “Chloe is…
