Our Teams
The Essex Rebels is a big family formed of numerous teams from men’s, women’s and multiple junior teams.
Womens team
The women’s senior team entered the Basketball England National League for the first time in the 2015-16 season as the Essex Blades. The team won the National Cup final at the EIS in Sheffield in that first season in dramatic fashion, coming from behind to score the winning basket with the final score of the game. The team went on to win the Division One title in 2017-18, losing just one game in the whole season.
Following that successful season the team moved from the NBL to the women’s professional league, becoming the 12th team in the WBBL (Women’s British Basketball League) at that time. The Essex Rebels now enter their 4th season in the WBBL now comprising of 13 teams, having had a winning year that saw them make the play offs for the first time as a professional club, and finishing 6th overall the highest the team has achieved since inception. This coming year the team looks to continue to improve on the last and now have their sights set on a top four finish.
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Mens teams
Having secured back-to-back promotions in the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons, the Essex Rebels men will play in the Basketball England National League Division 1 for the first time in 2020-21.
The Essex Rebels men’s second team also play in National League Division 3, providing a development opportunity for young players making their early entry in to senior competition.
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JERSEY NIGHT: Essex Rebels Women vs Oaklands Wolves & Essex Rebels Men vs Newcastle Knights
Rep your favourite Jersey at our JERSEY NIGHT!
Celebrate Jersey Night with an action-packed Essex Rebels basketball doubleheader. The Women’s team tip off against the Oaklands Wolves at 4:00 PM, followed by the Men’s match against the Newcastle Knights at 6:30 PM.
In addition to two exciting games, Jersey Night features:
- Rebels’ jersey giveaway for the best-dressed fan
- Performances from Ignite Cheer and more
- Crowd games and in-arena competitions
- Kids’ jersey-design contest, with the winning design receiving a Hoopin’N’Lootin jersey
- Special appearance from Hoopin’N’Lootin, with the chance to shop NBA jerseys
Join us for big games, big atmosphere, and big prizes—and don’t forget to wear your favourite jersey!
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: Essex Rebels Women vs B. Braun Sheffield Hatters & Essex Rebels Men vs Nottingham Hoods
Get into the Festive Spirit at the Rebels Christmas Special!
Celebrate the season with the Essex Rebels at the Essex Sport Arena for a basketball doubleheader and festive fun on Saturday, 13th December!
- Women’s Game: Essex Rebels vs B. Braun Sheffield Hatters – 4:00pm
- Men’s Game: Essex Rebels vs Nottingham Hoods – 6.30pm
The day kicks off at 2:00pm with our Mini Christmas Market outside the arena:
- Mulled Wine & Hot Chocolate
- Festive BBQ, Hot Dogs & Snacks
- Live Carol Singers
- Festive Photo Van – Family & Group Pics
- Christmas Turkey Orders & Holiday Meal Bookings
- Concierge Service: Gifts for Every Budget
- Wivenhoe House Hotel Pop-Up & more
We’re also running a Toy Drive for the Colchester & Ipswich Hospital Charity. Bring a gift to help brighten the holidays for children and older patients or donate online via the Amazon Wishlist
A day of basketball, festive treats, live music, and giving back—perfect for families, friends, and fans of all ages. Don’t miss it!
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Don’t miss our next big game
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!