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 SEASON OPENER
Get ready for an exciting evening with the Essex Rebels, featuring high-energy basketball and entertainment for all ages!
Join us as we kick off the season at the Essex Sport Arena with back-to-back games. Cheer on our Super League Basketball Women’s team as they take on Ipswich Basketball, followed by our Men’s NBL1 team going head-to-head with the newly promoted Milton Keynes Breakers. It’s going to be an action-packed night with double the excitement!
Here’s What’s Planned:
- Live DJ
- Spectacular Half-Time Show
- Queen B Mascot: Perfect for fun photos with family and friends
- Fan Competitions: Win great prizes!
- Kiss, Dance & Swag Cam: Your chance to be featured on the big screen
- Food & Drink: Enjoy a range of options to keep you energized
This is set to be one of the biggest events of the season! Gather your friends, family, and neighbours, and and let’s fill the arena with the loudest, most passionate fans in British Basketball – it’s OUR HOUSE!
REBELS DOUBLEHEADER: SLB Women vs Nottingham Wildcats & D1 Men vs Nottingham Hoods
Join us for an exciting Essex Rebels Basketball Doubleheader at the Essex Sport Arena on October 19th! The action kicks off at 4:00 PM with the Essex Rebels Super League Basketball (SLB) Women facing off against the Nottingham Wildcats. Then, at 6:30 PM, the Essex Rebels D1 Men take on the Nottingham Hoods. Don’t miss out on this thrilling day of top-tier basketball!
Essex Rebels D1 Men vs Reading Rockets
Get ready for another thrilling Sunday of basketball at the Essex Sport Arena on 20 October! The Essex Rebels D1 Men will go head-to-head against Reading Rockets at 4:00 PM. Don’t miss out on the excitement and energy of this must-see matchup!
Essex Rebels D1 Men vs Derby Trailblazers
Mark your calendars for an intense showdown on Sunday, 27 October, at the Essex Sport Arena! The Essex Rebels D1 Men take on the Derby Trailblazers at 6:30 PM. This matchup promises to be a thrilling battle between last year’s #1 and #2 finishers in the league standings. Don’t miss the action!
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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!