Fans flooded into the Vertu Motors Arena for the first time in 18 months last night as new-look Newcastle Eagles edged a tough pre-season test. A 1,000-strong crowd — a club record for a friendly — was rewarded with a typically frenetic affair against familiar foes. And with the bulk of Ian MacLeod’s roster yet…
Having been starved of seeing their favourite club in action since the pandemic hit back in March 2020, the Newcastle Eagles faithful fanbase have responded in a spectacular way. Tonight’s pre-season encounter at the Vertu Motors Arena is a complete sell-out. It will be the Eagles’ biggest ever crowd for a pre-season game as they…
A new-look coaching team will lead Newcastle Eagles into action this season after playcaller Ian MacLeod confirmed two key appointments. Rising star Jack Burgess will double up as BBL lead assistant coach and head coach of the club’s EABL Academy side. And former Plymouth Raiders playcaller Gary Stronach has been appointed BBL assistant coach —…
Courtney Clasen is champing at the bit to get her basketball career back on track after a frustrating year on the sidelines. And Newcastle Eagles WBBL’s latest signing is determined to make up for lost time after the global pandemic put her plans to turn professional on hold. Clasen graduated from Merrimack College last summer…
Newcastle Eagles have moved quickly to replace summer signing Matt Scott after the US star suffered a potentially season-ending injury. Scott was due to link up with his new team-mates on Tyneside this month after head coach Ian MacLeod successfully landed one of his top targets. But former Plymouth and London City Royals guard Scott…
Newcastle Eagles have returned two of their brightest home-grown stars to their BBL roster for the 2021-22 season. Sauveur Kande and Themba Yabantu are back, looking to improve on their game time and add depth to the equation. Both young players are considered valued members of the squad to bring a youthful, energetic and committed attitude…
Newcastle Eagles WBBL’s latest signing is bracing herself for a double dose of court drama after joining Chris Bunten’s ambitious Brit pack. Niamh Kelshaw is combining a Criminology and Sociology degree at Northumbria University with a return to UK basketball’s top flight. And the talented guard insists Newcastle’s ambitious young roster will take no prisoners…
Newcastle Eagles are delighted to confirm the return to the ranks of “Mr. 27”, Darius Defoe. The most decorated and successful player in the history of the BBL is back for an incredible 18th consecutive season with the club. “Basketball is all I know. The love I get from the fans keeps me motivated and…
Newcastle Eagles have made another exciting addition to their 2021-22 roster with the capture of former Worcester Wolf, Daniel Johnson-Thompson. The athletic young 6’ 7” British power forward will bring energy and depth to the Eagles bench this season. “I am super delighted and feel extremely blessed, I can’t wait to play up in Newcastle”,…
