KV earns the call-up to the Division 1 men

by Todd Lindley | Sep 2, 2021 | Club Announcements, Main News, Mens Team

Kivuvu, a third-year academy player who made the jump to the men’s squad last year, will look to build on his time with the seniors in the 2021/22 season. At 18 years old, KV’s potential is clear as day and the upcoming season will offer him a great chance to develop...

The Champ is home! Lewis Champion returns to the Rockets!

by Todd Lindley | Sep 1, 2021 | Club Announcements, Main News, Mens Team

Lewis has been at the top of British basketball for over ten years, logging time in the NBL D1 and the BBL during his pro career. Having started out with the Rockets at 18 years old back in 2011/12, he picked up eight appearances for Great Britain U20s during his...

Mr. Muscle Leome is back for a 3rd season

by Todd Lindley | Aug 31, 2021 | Club Announcements, Main News, Mens Team

With over ten years playing across the NBL under his belt, Leome Francis enters his third season with the Rockets as an experienced veteran with plenty to offer the team. Coming off the back of knee surgery, Leome is ready to assert himself this season as a powerful...

Smooth Jaz returns to the Rockets

by Todd Lindley | Aug 30, 2021 | Club Announcements, Main News, Mens Team

Jaz Bains returns for his first full season with the Rockets this year after joining in February last season, promising to bring elite shooting and spacing to Coach Pearson’s offense. The 27-year-old guard was a key contributor down the stretch last season, and we’re...

High-flying Sam Toluwase is ready to launch again for 2021/22 season

by Todd Lindley | Aug 27, 2021 | Club Announcements, Main News, Mens Team

Sam Toluwase will bring some veteran leadership to the Rockets next season, as the 36-year-old returns for a second season in Reading after a brilliant first campaign with the club. A 6’4” wing with dual Nigerian and UK nationality, Sam’s career has seen him thrive...

AJ Basi joins the Rockets for the 2021/22 Season

by Todd Lindley | Aug 26, 2021 | Club Announcements, Main News, Mens Team

Bringing some self-creation and shotmaking to the Rockets this year, AJ Basi is poised to have a great season as another weapon in Coach Pearson’s arsenal. After five years at college and a number more playing overseas, the Canadian-born baller has plenty to offer the...