Bethan Fagan

In Spain, several GB Senior athletes competed in the Copa del Rey for their clubs in the BSR España league. CD Ilunion (Gregg Warburton, Terry Bywater) claimed the title in a thrilling final against Amiab Albacete (Harry Brown, Simon Brown, Ben Fox, Lee Manning, Charlotte Moore, Phil Pratt), winning 77:71. For CD Ilunion, Gregg Warburton had 7 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists. Terry Bywater had 9 points. For Amiab Albacete, Harry Brown had 2 points and 1 rebound. Ben Fox had 4 points and 1 rebound. Lee Manning had 8 points, 6 rebounds and 1 assist. Charlotte Moore had 1 rebound. Phil Pratt had 10 points, 4 rebounds and 10 assists.

Phil Pratt and Greg Warburton were named in the All-star Five at the conclusion of the competition.

In the third-place playoff, Bidaideak Bilbao (James MacSorley) defeated UCAM Murcia (Lee Fryer, Peter Cusack) 66:71. For UCAM Murcia, Lee Fryer had 24 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists. Peter Cusack had 4 points and 2 rebounds.

Amivel Reyes Gutierrez (Abdi Jama, Kyle Marsh) were defeated in the group stages, having been defeated 92:57 by CD Illusion. Abdi Jama had 2 points and 2 assists. Kyle Marsh had 20 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists.  

Full stats for the BSR Copa del Rey can be found here: https://www.bsrespana.es/bsr-competiciones/

Servigest Burgos (Helen Freeman) were narrowly defeated 68:72 by IMF Getafe in the final of the first edition of the BSR España de la Copa. Helen Freeman had 4 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists.

At home in the BWB National League, London Titans (Jack Perry, Jude Hamer, Gaz Choudhry) won 82:29 against Mohawks. Jack Perry had 31 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists.

Sheffield Steelers (Maddie Thompson) won 78:60 against Plymouth Fusion.

In the Women’s Premier League, Cardiff Met Archers (Jade Atkin) won 53:43 at home against East London Phoenix (Amy Conroy, Jude Hamer). For Archers, Jade Atkin had 14 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists.

Loughborough Lightning (Siobhán Fitzpatrick, Robyn Love, Laurie Williams, Lucy Robinson, Maddie Martin, Anastasia Blease) had a 73:51 victory against visitors Worcester Wolves (Kayla Bell). For Lightning, Robyn Love had 25 points, 7 rebounds and 16 assists. Lucy Robinson had 29 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. Maddie Martin had 2 points. Anastasia Blease had 10 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists. For Wolves, Kayla Bell had 1 rebound and 2 assists.

In Italy, Briantea 84 Cantù (Sophie Carrigill) won 87:36 against PDM Treviso.

In Germany, Rhine River Rhinos (Jim Palmer) won 71:47 against visitors ING Skywheelers. Jim Palmer had 2 points.

University of Alabama (Joy Haizelden) were defeated on the road against rivals Legends ABC Medical. Joy Haizelden had 16 points, 1 rebound and 3 assists. Alabama will finish the season at the upcoming NWBA Women’s Intercollegiate National Championship Tournament, which takes place March 7^th-9^th.

BWB National League: https://britishwheelchairbasketball.co.uk/competition/national-league/ 

BWB Women’s Premier League: https://britishwheelchairbasketball.co.uk/competition/womens-premier-league-2023-24-2/

Spanish League: http://bsr.feddf.es/ 

German League: https://rollstuhlbasketball.de/ 

Italian League: https://www.federipic.it/  

University of Alabama (USA): https://bamaadapted.com/sports/wbball?path=wbball 

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A successful trip to Japan for the GB Women’s team as they won the Osaka Cup 2024 this past weekend, winning all of their games against Australia, Thailand, and Japan. The series of friendlies took place 16^th–18^th February 2024, providing a vital preparation opportunity for the squad ahead of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

Throughout the tournament and alongside the playing schedule, the GB Women’s players have been taking part in activities with schools and junior groups to help grow the sport.

In the final, GB Women won 71:46 against hosts Japan, showcasing tremendous skill on the court for a roaring crowd of spectators. Joy Haizelden was named MVP, delivering a comprehensive performance in the final against Japan with 14 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists.

Following the conclusion of the tournament, Amy Conroy was named in the All-star Five. Lucy Robinson was given the ‘Friendship Award’, which celebrates the ethos of the tournament also known as the ‘Friendship Games’.

GB Women’s team who competed at the Osaka Cup 2024:
Sophie Carrigill – 1.0
Jodie Waite – 1.0
Kayla Bell – 1.5
Joy Haizelden – 2.5
Maddie Martin – 3.0
Amy Conroy – 4.0
Katie Morrow – 4.5
Lucy Robinson – 4.5
Jade Atkin – 4.5
Robyn Love – 3.5
Maddie Thompson – 4.0
Laurie Williams – 2.5

Congratulations and safe travels to the team!

At the Illinois College Tournament, the University of Alabama (Joy Haizelden) went 3/3, continuing their impressive form this collegiate season. In their opener, Alabama won 43:12 against City University of New York. In game two, Alabama were victorious over hosts Illinois, 62:37. In their third game of the tournament, Alabama won 67:21 against University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Rounding out a successful weekend, Alabama took the win 50:40 against UT Arlington.

In Spain, UCAM Murcia (Lee Fryer, Peter Cusack) won 77:54 against Servigest Burgos (Helen Freeman). For UCAM Murcia, Lee Fryer had 20 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Peter Cusack had 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. For Servigest Burgos, Helen Freeman had 4 points, 4 rebounds and 10 assists.

An incredibly close game in Albacete as Bidaideak Bilbao (James MacSorley) were narrowly defeated 67:66 by Amiab Albacete (Harry Brown, Simon Brown, Ben Fox, Lee Manning, Charlotte Moore, Phil Pratt).

For Amiab Albacete, Harry Brown had 5 points and 5 rebounds. Simon Brown had 2 points. Ben Fox had 6 points, 6 rebounds and 1 assists. Lee Manning had 8 points and 9 rebounds. Charlotte Moore had 2 points and 1 rebound. Phil Pratt had 17 points, 4 rebounds and 14 assists.

Amivel Reyes Gutierrez (Abdi Jama, Kyle Marsh) were defeated 72:65 by hosts Econy Gran Canaria. Abdi Jama had 12 points, 1 rebound and 4 assists. Kyle Marsh had 13 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists.

CD Ilunion (Gregg Warburton, Terry Bywater) won 45:84 on the road against Fundacion Aliados. Gregg Warburton had 14 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists. Terry Bywater had 11 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists.

In Italy, Briantea 84 Cantù (Sophie Carrigill) won 37:77 against PDM Treviso. Sophie Carrigill had 2 points, 2 rebounds and 1 assist.

In Germany, Rhine River Rhinos (Jim Palmer) were defeated 50:79 by league leaders RSB Thuringia Bulls. Jim Palmer had 2 points and 1 assist.

In the BWB Women’s Premier League, Loughborough Lightning (Siobhán Fitzpatrick, Robyn Love, Laurie Williams, Lucy Robinson, Maddie Martin, Anastasia Blease) secured a 57:68 victory against East London Phoenix (Amy Conroy, Jude Hamer). For Lightning, Robyn Love had 9 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists. Laurie Williams had 10 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists. Lucy Robinson had 3 points and 3 rebounds. Maddie Martin had 2 points and 3 rebounds. Anastasia Blease had 4 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists. For East London Phoenix, Amy Conroy had 27 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists.

Spanish League: http://bsr.feddf.es/ 
German League: https://rollstuhlbasketball.de/ 
BWB National League: https://britishwheelchairbasketball.co.uk/competition/national-league/ 
BWB Women’s Premier League: https://britishwheelchairbasketball.co.uk/competition/womens-premier-league-2023-24-2/ 
Italian League: https://www.federipic.it/ 
University of Alabama (USA): https://bamaadapted.com/sports/wbball?path=wbball 

Photo credit: BWB / SA Images 

Photo: BWB / SA Images

The GB Women’s team heading to the 2024 edition of the Osaka Cup, held annually in Japan, has been announced today.

A mixture of experience and youth make up the squad, whose last competition was a successful European Championships in 2023 where they secured their place at the fast-approaching Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

The Osaka Cup (February 16^th – 18^th) is a key preparation point for the GB Women ahead of Paris 2024. During the tournament, also known as the ‘Friendship Games’, the squad will play Australia, Thailand, and hosts Japan in a series of friendlies alongside community and junior activities.

Notably, the competition will be youngster Jodie Waite’s first time representing in the GB Women’s Senior vest. The Osaka Cup squad also sees the return of Maddie Thompson and Katie Morrow to the side.

GB Women’s Head Coach Miguel Vaquero commented:

“We will go to the [Osaka Cup 2024] to continue building the team, to keep working on our style and run various line-ups and ideas. We have been working hard in camps, and we’re getting closer to the Paralympic Games, so it is important for us to keep building the confidence in the team and keep working on our principles. We are excited to go to Japan and play some basketball!”

GB Women’s team competing at the Osaka Cup 2024:
Sophie Carrigill – 1.0
Jodie Waite – 1.0
Kayla Bell – 1.5
Joy Haizelden – 2.5
Maddie Martin – 3.0
Amy Conroy – 4.0
Katie Morrow – 4.5
Lucy Robinson – 4.5
Jade Atkin – 4.5
Robyn Love – 3.5
Maddie Thompson – 4.0
Laurie Williams – 2.5

We wish all players and staff the best of luck as they head out to the competition.

Head to the Osaka Cup website for more information and streaming: http://osakacup.org/youkou.html

In Spain, CD Ilunion (Gregg Warburton, Terry Bywater) claimed a 48:74 win against Amivel Reyes Gutierrez (Abdi Jama, Kyle Marsh). For CD Ilunion, Gregg Warburton had 20 points, 4 rebounds, and 9 assists. Terry Bywater had 13 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist. For Amivel Reyes Gutierrez, Abdi Jama had 2 points, 1 rebound, and 2 assists. Kyle Marsh had 14 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists.  

Servigest Burgos (Helen Freeman) lost 48:60 to Menarini Joventut. For Servigest Burgos, Helen Freeman had  4 points, 1 rebound, and 5 assists.  

Iberconsa Amfiv (Lewis Edwards) secured an 86:54 win over IMF Getafe BSR.  

  UCAM Murcia (Lee Fryer, Peter Cusack) claimed a 70:54 victory over Fundacion Aliados.  

For UCAM Murcia, Lee Fryer had 30 points, 13 rebounds, and 9 assists. Peter Cusack had 5 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists.  

Amiab Albacete (Harry Brown, Simon Brown, Ben Fox, Lee Manning, Charlotte Moore, Phil Pratt) claimed a 57:68 victory on the road against Mideba Extremadura. For Albacete, Simon Brown had 3 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist. Ben Fox had 7 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist. Lee Manning had 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 1 assist.  

Bidaideak Bilbao (James MacSorley) narrowly lost to ECONY Gran Canaria with a 76:77 finish.   

In Italy, Briantea 84 Cantù (Sophie Carrigill) started the weekend by claiming a 66:63 victory over DECO Group Amicacci Giulianova. The following day, Briantea 84 Cantù secured the Italian Cup title with a 73:67 win against S. Stefano Sport  

In the USA, University of Alabama (Joy Haizelden) competed in the University of Arizona Tournament.  University of Alabama won all four games, beating UT Arlington 47:25 on Friday and 51:47 on Saturday, defeating Arizona 57:34, and claiming a 69:35 victory against Storm.  

In the BWB National League, Sheffield Steelers (Maddie Thompson) narrowly claimed a 56:55 victory against London Titans (Jack Perry, Jude Hamer, Gaz Choudhry). For Steelers, Maddie Thompson had 18 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists. For Titans, Jack Perry had 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Gaz Choudhry had 9 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists. 

Manchester Revolution (Martin Edwards, Tyler Baines) won 77:50 at home against Plymouth Fusion. Martin Edwards had 24 points, 7 rebound and 7 assists. Tyler Baines had 11 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. 

In the BWB Women’s League, Loughborough Lightning (Siobhán Fitzpatrick, Robyn Love, Laurie Williams, Lucy Robinson, Maddie Martin, Anastasia Blease) secured a 62:44 victory against Cardiff Met Archers (Jade Atkin). For Lightning, Robyn Love had 22 points, 15 rebounds and 11 assists. Laurie Williams had 5 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Lucy Robinson had 14 points, 3 rebounds and 1 assist. Maddie Martin had 3 rebounds and 1 assist. Anastasia Blease had 5 points and 3 rebounds. For Archers, Jade Atkin had 25 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 assists.  

East London Phoenix (Amy Conroy, Jude Hamer) had a dominant 33:60 win over Worcester Wolves (Kayla Bell). For East London Phoenix, Amy Conroy had 23 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists. For Wolves, Kayla Bell had 2 points, 2 rebounds and 1 assist. 

Spanish League: http://bsr.feddf.es/ 
German League: https://rollstuhlbasketball.de/ 
BWB National League: https://britishwheelchairbasketball.co.uk/competition/national-league/ 
BWB Women’s Premier League: https://britishwheelchairbasketball.co.uk/competition/womens-premier-league-2023-24-2/ 
Italian League: https://www.federipic.it/ 
University of Alabama (USA): https://bamaadapted.com/sports/wbball?path=wbball 

Photo credit: BWB / SA Images