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Fast paced, action packed fun and entertainment for the whole family. Find all the details you need to know below. We look forward to welcoming you to our next big Essex Rebels home game!
Entertainment at heart.
Come along to one of the premier sports venues in the East of England, the Essex Sport Arena, to watch fast-paced, end-to-end, action-packed, top quality professional basketball featuring the Essex Rebels stars. Each match day also features a range of performances and activities to keep the whole family entertained throughout your visit.
Travelling to the Arena.
Car Parking at the Essex Sport Arena: Weekend and weekday evening on-site parking is free, and there are over 1000 spaces next to the Essex Sport Arena.
Train Travel: The Essex Sport Arena is located 2 miles from Hythe Station in Colchester, and 2 miles from Wivenhoe Station.
Bus Travel: Buses from Colchester, Wivenhoe, Brightlingsea, St Osyth, Clacton, Weeley and Frating stop at the University of Essex next to the Essex Sport Arena (South Courts bus stop).
Upcoming matches & events
Essex Rebels Doubleheader | Women vs Cardiff Met Archers & Men vs Milton Keynes Breakers
The Essex Rebels return to the Essex Sport Arena on Saturday, 28 February, for their first doubleheader in over a month.
The afternoon tips off with the Essex Rebels Women facing Cardiff Met Archers in the Super League Basketball Championship at 4 pm.The action continues into the evening as the Essex Rebels Men take on Milton Keynes, a fierce competitor currently sitting third in the British Championship Basketball, with tip-off at 6:30pm.
Two games. One ticket – Come out and support your Rebels at home!
International Women’s Day Basketball Doubleheader
Join us at the Essex Sport Arena for a special International Women’s Day Basketball Doubleheader, celebrating women in sport with an exciting afternoon and evening of top-level basketball and entertainment.
The celebration begins early with a pre-game FanZone outside the arena from 2:00 PM, including fun activities, face painting, music, giveaways, food stalls & more!
Inside the arena, fans can enjoy a thrilling doubleheader as the Essex Rebels Women take on the Newcastle Eagles at 4 pm & the Essex Rebels Men taking on Hemel Storm at 6:30 pm
Alongside the on-court action, the event will feature a range of special International Women’s Day entertainment, including live performances, giveaways, and celebratory moments throughout the day.
This event is a celebration of women, sport, and community — and an opportunity to recognise the impact of women both on and off the court.
Don’t miss out & Secure your tickets now!
Essex Rebels vs City of Birmingham Rockets
The second-to-last regular season home game is here. Join us at the Essex Sport Arena on Saturday, 21 March 2026, as the Essex Rebels Men take on the City of Birmingham Rockets in a crucial British Championship Basketball clash at 6:30pm.
With the playoffs fast approaching and the race for the eight playoff spots tighter than ever, every game matters — and this matchup could be decisive in the Rebels’ postseason push.
Expect a competitive, high-intensity contest as the Rebels look to defend home court and strengthen their playoff position in front of the home crowd.
Don’t miss your chance to support the Rebels at home – Secure your tickets now!
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Come and see fast-paced, action-packed, top-level professional basketball in a first-class venue. Match days offer family-friendly entertainment including a DJ, big screen, cheerleaders, interactive competitions, children’s activities, refreshments, and our larger-than-life mascot, Queen B.
We Are Rebels – come join the rebellion!