The Eagles have swooped to sign Stuart Thomson, brother of ex-Eagles forward Andy Thomson. The 6’6” guard brings some much needed strength off the bench to the Eagles, following spells at Worcester Wolves, Manchester Giants and Cheshire Phoenix. Thomson averaged 9.6 points per game and an impressive 43.2% from 3 point range in his last…
Eagles Community Foundation is looking for more coaches to join their successful national league and community programmes. Opportunities are on a part time basis. Individuals must be level 2 qualified or complete the upcoming Level 2 coaching course (September 2013). Opportunities exist within the Newcastle Eagles National League School of Excellence programme, community clubs and…
Newcastle Eagles are running a number of development basketball camps. These are fun days for beginners or experienced players. Boys & Girls Welcome. For more information Call 0191 245 3881 no pre registration required so turn up on the day. Benfield Centre for Sporting Excellence Newcastle Monday 29 July – Friday 2 Aug 10.00am- 4.00pm…
Drew Lasker is returning to the North East following a short period with the club in 2011. The versatile guard has been an ever present in the BBL since 2005 and averaged 13.2 points and 5.9 rebounds a game for Plymouth Raiders last season. Drew is excited to be moving to the North East with…
Dr Duncan French was the guest presenter at the Newcastle Eagles Camp today. On day three of the camp Dr French worked with the players on strength and conditioning. With over 13 years’ experience in elite professional sport, Dr. Duncan French is recognised as a leading practitioner in the field of strength and conditioning. Duncan…
Hot off playing at the 2013 Women’s European Championships Dominique Allen has returned to Northumbria University to coach at the Newcastle Eagles Summer Basketball Camp. Allen is joined by former Team Northumbria teammates Rachael Bland and Ruth Davison as all three are coaching on the week long camp. Dominique played for Team Northumbria Women National…
The Newcastle Eagles today announce the first of a number of new signings for the 2013-14 season with the signing of Scott Martin, captain of the mighty Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Scott is a 6`8 forward who was ranked in the top 100 players in America coming out of high school. He spent a year…
With time ticking down until the start of another exciting and roller-coaster British Basketball League season, the BBL Championship fixtures have further heightened anticipation by throwing up some fascinating match-ups on opening weekend. BBL newcomers Birmingham Knights and head coach Paul Douglas face a baptism of fire when they step out for the first time,…
Eagles young star Eddie Matthew has just excelled in England’s win over Ireland in the Celtic Summer Slam. Ireland U17 Boys v England U17 Boys Ireland 57 England 63 The Celtic Summer Slam 2013 got off to a rip-roaring start as the Irish and English U17 men’s squads played out a thrilling opening game at…
