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October 6, 2018
Report: Eagles WBBL vs Sheffield Hatters

A bruising battle between two of the WBBL’s northern heavyweights became a stifling war of attrition as Sheffield Hatters squeaked a 78-73 win against Newcastle Eagles. Great Britain international Steph Gandy led the hosts with 21 points while Kara Bonenberger bagged a colossal double double of 18 points and 16 rebounds. But it was Ali…

Women
October 6, 2018
Preview: Eagles WBBL vs Sheffield Hatters

Steph Gandy considered calling time on her stellar career this summer – before Newcastle Eagles stepped in to reignite the Great Britain forward’s passion for top flight hoops. In the WBBL’s game of the weekend, the 36-year-old faces former club Sheffield Hatters after seven seasons with the Steel City side. And Gandy admitted her move…

Men
October 3, 2018
Kara, Rahmon & Victor In The Starting All-Star Fives

Congratulations to Kara Bonenberger, Rahmon Fletcher and Victor Moses who all received starting places in the All-Star Fives this week. It was the start of a new chapter for women’s basketball as our Newcastle Eagles WBBL team chalked an opening weekend win and Kara Bonenberger stood out with a super line of 21 points, 12 rebounds,…

Women
September 30, 2018
Report: Eagles WBBL at Caledonia Pride

Newcastle Eagles WBBL tipped off their season in style with an 86-74 win against Caledonia Pride in Edinburgh. Buoyed by the arrival of veteran Great Britain international Steph Gandy in the off-season, Chris Bunten’s side dominated the opening two quarters and found themselves with a 15-point lead heading into half time. But the second half…

Women
September 28, 2018
International Duo Complete WBBL Roster

Newcastle Eagles WBBL have bolstered their 2018/19 roster following the addition of Panagiota Themistokleous and Gerda Morkunaite. The pair come into contention for Sunday’s league opener at Caledonia Pride. And Eagles head coach Chris Bunten is delighted with the balance of his multi-national side. “Panagiota and Gerda are a great fit for Newcastle and I…

Women
September 28, 2018
Gandy Wings In To Newcastle

Newcastle Eagles WBBL have bagged one of the biggest names in British basketball after adding veteran international Steph Gandy to their ranks. The 36-year-old enjoyed two stellar spells with Sheffield Hatters and moves to the North East following seven straight seasons with the South Yorkshire club. But Eagles playcaller Chris Bunten has offered Gandy a…

Women
September 27, 2018
Time To Fly For WBBL Eagles

Risen from the ashes and reborn as Newcastle Eagles WBBL, the North East’s leading women’s basketball team is back from the brink of extinction and bidding for glory. Simon Rushworth reports. Elite women’s basketball has been synonymous with the North East’s sporting scene for decades, with scores of world class players from both sides of…

Women
September 27, 2018
Eagles Have Georgia On Their Mind

Newcastle Eagles WBBL have gone Down Under to get back on top after recruiting Australian forward Georgia Ohrdorf. And the 23-year-old can’t wait to test her top flight credentials in Sunday’s mouthwatering season-opener at cross-border rivals Caledonia Pride. “It’s always exciting to play for a new team and discover how we can grow together as…

Women
September 25, 2018
Price Is Right For Eagles WBBL Team

One of Great Britain’s brightest junior stars has signed for Newcastle Eagles WBBL with the new season less than a week away. Under 18 international Maya Price looks set to make her debut for Chris Bunten’s side at Caledonia Pride on Sunday. And the talented teenager can’t wait to make the step up to top…