Womens Team
Comprised of inspirational role models, our players are drawn from across the World, as well as young players from the Basketball England talent pathway.
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 in the 2018/2019 season, becoming the 12th team in the Women’s British Basketball League.
The Essex Rebels are now in their sixth season in the Women’s British Basketball League, and have clinched a Playoff spot every season since 2020/2021.
In the ongoing 2023/2024 season, the team as achieved a significant milestone by making it to their inaugural major final, the Women’s British Basketball League Trophy Final in Birmingham. The Rebels secured the runner-up position in the Trophy Final, marking a commendable achievement in their journey.
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!
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!