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The 2024/25 SBL season gets underway next week

274By Paul YabsleyTags: 24/25, SBL

The SBL is set to return on Monday (16/09/23) with the first match of the season taking place at Robert Blake & Elmwood Leisure as Bridgwater Blackhawks 2 host Bridgwater Bucs 2.

Following the opening match between Blackhawks 2 and Bucs 2, league competition will continue Friday 20th September, with Bridgwater Blackhawks hosting Huish Tigers at Robert Blake & Elmwood Leisure.

See all upcoming fixtures or the 2024/2025 SBL Competition page for all and fixtures/results.

2024/2025 SBL Senior Men Teams

Sadly, for the first time in the leagues history Taunton Tornados will not be fielding a team. Bridgwater Blackhawks however, in order to accommodate player demand, will have a second and third team in this year’s league.

Registration and Licences

All players and coaches require a valid Basketball England Membership and Licence for insurance purposes. Speak to your club about this or find out more on the Basketball England website: www.basketballengland.co.uk/membership

Code of Ethics

A reminder that anyone involved with Somerset Basketball must adhere to the Somerset Basketball Code of Ethics. Please read carefully and ensure you understand the expectations it outlines for everyone involved: somersetbasketball.co.uk/updates/somerset-basketball-code-of-conduct

Reporting Results

There is an established and simple procedure for teams to submit match results to the league to ensure timely communication via the website and other channels. It requires little effort to follow but provides tremendous benefit to everyone in the league. Please ensure you understand the expectations it outlines. somersetbasketball.co.uk/updates/fixture-results-submission-procedure

Match Cancellations

In the event that a previously scheduled match must be cancelled there is an established procedure for teams to notify everyone involved in a timely manner. Teams should ensure they understand and follow this procedure to avoid any issues. somersetbasketball.co.uk/updates/somerset-basketball-league-match-cancellation-procedure