| Local boy walks tall among overseas stars |
04/11/2007 |
Arrows have entrusted the captaincy of their senior men’s team to a 21 year old with a natural gift for the game of basketball. Andre Rankine leads the Arrows by example; scoring and assists are a tra.... read more
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| Arrows face a tough weekend |
15/10/2007 |
The Rock Arrows return to action in the National Trophy with a long trip to Taunton on Saturday followed by a home Cup game on Sunday at the English Institute of Sport 6pm against the Bradford Dragons.... read more
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| Arrows looking forward to Rock and roll |
30/09/2007 |
The new look Rock Arrows open their season with a home fixture on Sunday 7th Oct at 5pm at the English Institute of Sport against the Big Cats of London Leopards. The game is in the National Trophy an.... read more
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| Ring the Bell as mercurial guard returns for Rnd 2 |
30/09/2007 |
The Arrows are pleased to welcome Ambokile Bell back into their ranks for another season. The mercurial guard who could find no opportunities at the Manchester Magic and who exploded onto the basketba.... read more
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| Martin’s Not Brothers but bound by a common goal |
18/08/2007 |
Anthony and Brennon Martin are not bothers but share more than a name and a passion for basketball at the highest level; they share a burning desire to come out on top, for themselves but more importa.... read more
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| Arrows open with Transatlantic Challenge |
17/08/2007 |
The new Arrows senior men will begin their pre season preparations with a match against Team USA Select at the English Institute of Sport on Sunday 9th September tip off 5pm.
Team USA will again fe.... read more
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| Gone but not forgotten |
16/08/2007 |
The Arrows are a first foreign opportunity for many players from overseas and last years pair of stars from Appalachian State University Chris McFarland and Clint Deas have as many before them used th.... read more
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| Arrows gearing up for New Campaign |
15/08/2007 |
The Arrows Senior men will once again showcase a myriad of precocious talent as they bid to build on their successes of last season. The Arrows are pleased that Andre Rankine will be returning after a.... read more
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| Arrows sign former Solent Star |
15/08/2007 |
The Arrows are pleased to welcome Nick O’Harabe, former star at Solent he will bring much needed experience to the campaign as well as a polished all around game. O’Harabe was impressed when he faced .... read more
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| Arrows rubberstamped with Quality Mark |
14/08/2007 |
The Arrows Basketball Club have been awarded Clubmark status the kite mark of quality from Sport England. This is another accolade for this family run Club who provide basketball opportunities for all.... read more
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| Arrows U18 in premier Challenge |
14/08/2007 |
The Arrows will be mixing it with the top Clubs in the Country on their return to the Premier League of junior basketball. It will be a challenge but one that the Arrows Club have been preparing for o.... read more
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| Ring the Bell - mercurial guard returns for R2 |
13/08/2007 |
The Arrows are pleased to welcome Ambokile Bell back into their ranks for another season. The mercurial guard who could find no opportunities at the Manchester Magic and who exploded onto the basketba.... read more
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| Arrows reach for the Select Stars |
12/08/2007 |
The Arrows have an outstanding record in overseas player recruitment having landed the Divisions top scorers for the last 3 consecutive seasons. All three players; Ryan Patton, Noah Brown and Chris Mc.... read more
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| The Future is Bright |
31/07/2007 |
For the 2006/2007 basketball season the Arrows Basketball Club made what some considered the crazy decision to reorganise and start again. With the old campaigners in the men's EBL division 1 team gon.... read more
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| Arrows Young Guns of Basketball Begins a new Era |
18/09/2006 |
The Arrows will open their season on Saturday 23rd September @ the EIS 6pm by hosting last years Play Off Champions the Reading Rockets who along with Worthing Thunder will start favourites for honour.... read more
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| Fizz bang wallop – Arrows sign up dynamic duo |
18/09/2006 |
Basketball is a game for tall people who operate above the rim. Well the Arrows and more importantly new signing Ambokile Bell aims to show that this may be true for most but for him the belief is mor.... read more
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| NEW ARROWS FORUM |
14/09/2006 |
There is now an Arrows Forum for you to discuss the team, players and other basketball related topics.
Please use the following link to view and register http://forum.arrowsbasketball.com.... read more
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| Transatlantic Challenge |
02/09/2006 |
BASKETBALL
All Saints School – Goals Site
Sunday 10th September
5pm – 6.30pm Open Coaching with USA Select Players
Get a feel for the American Way!
7pm Transatlantic Challenge Arrows v USA Sele.... read more
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| Back to the Future for Arrows Campaign |
01/09/2006 |
The Arrows Division 1 team will be under the direction of Coach Pete Kelly for the 2006/07 season. The team has been transformed for this season’s campaign with no returning players and will feature a.... read more
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| Arrows star Rankine returns to the fold |
29/08/2006 |
Just 2 years ago Andre Rankine was the brightest of the English stars in the European Junior Championships; he had starred in the overtime win over Germany and was representing the Arrows in junior Ba.... read more
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| Arrows to host Transatlantic Challenge |
29/08/2006 |
The Sheffield Arrows will host Team USA Select in the Transatlantic Challenge Basketball event at the new facility of All Saints on Sunday 10th September.
In a mouth - watering opportunity the star.... read more
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| Arrows build for the Future |
28/08/2006 |
The future of basketball in North Derbyshire and the surrounding areas is in great shape thanks to a new initiative begun in the February of 2005. It was at this point that the appointment of a Commun.... read more
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| Arrows shaping up for new campaign |
24/08/2006 |
The Sheffield Arrows have secured the services of many players with a lot to prove. Never ones to be afraid of giving youth its chance the Arrows have put together an exciting mix.
Andre Rankine ha.... read more
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| Arrows build for the Future |
21/08/2006 |
The future of basketball in North Derbyshire and the surrounding areas is in great shape thanks to a new initiative begun in the February of 2005. It was at this point that the appointment of a Commun.... read more
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| Arrows lay the foundation for Success |
20/08/2006 |
Introducing the Arrows Overseas Player
2006/07...Clinton Deas
6’8 240lbs, Power Forward
March 21, 1983
Born in Portsmouth, Virginia – Grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina
Very Talented Athlete
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| Player contract signings for 2006 /2007 |
15/08/2006 |
USA Select Basketball General Manager Sean Kilmartin announced today that former Appalachian State University teammates; Clint Deas and Chris McFarland have agreed to terms with the Sheffield Arrows o.... read more
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| Changing of the Guard like a breath of fresh air |
10/07/2006 |
The Arrows Division 1 team faces the new season with a host of new and exciting players. The Arrows as always have reacted in a proactive manner to the retirement and unavailability of many of last ye.... read more
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| Arrows tracking overseas talent |
09/07/2006 |
When the Arrows sign overseas talent the rest of the League is sure to take notice; since for the last two seasons one of them has led the League in scoring.
This season the Arrows once again have .... read more
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| Brothers set to make it Grimm for Opposition |
09/07/2006 |
The Arrows development programme has a nationwide reputation for producing top talent. Amongst several in recent years the Kelly brothers look set to make their mark in this coming season.
For Jame.... read more
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| Arrows U18's competing in West Midlands Conference |
09/07/2006 |
The Derbyshire Arrows U18 Men squad are competing in the U18 Men West Midlands Conference in the 2006/07 season looking to build and strengthen for a promising season the following year.
With the e.... read more
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| Never play Again? Purnell has unfinished business |
08/07/2006 |
Andrew Purnell was an Arrows junior star, he graduated to spend a successful time in the USA, returned and then left to play in Australia, on returning and getting down to basketball again he suffered.... read more
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| Pawel brings some Polish to the new Arrows |
08/07/2006 |
A year ago Pawel Szafraniec packed his bags and headed for England, last season he excelled in the Arrows shadow senior team but a year later is ready to make his mark on English basketball.
Pawel .... read more
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| Fizz bang wallop – Arrows sign up dynamic duo |
07/07/2006 |
Basketball is a game for tall people who operate above the rim. Well the Arrows and more importantly new signing Ambokile Bell aims to show that this may be true for most but for him the belief is mor.... read more
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| New look site for the new season |
24/04/2006 |
Over the next couple of months we are redesigning this site to give it a new look and also to add new features. These will include a message board where you can leave messages for the teams, plus fea.... read more
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| Keep the Faith - Arrows vow to fight on |
12/02/2006 |
It is never easy to accept defeat and when you are involved with a team with the character of the Arrows there is sure to be a reaction. Next in line is the visit of the Big Kats, the Essex Leopards w.... read more
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| Arrows chase down honors the hard way |
29/01/2006 |
Defending 3 trophies was never going to be easy in the hardest League in England for the City of Sheffield Arrows, but the scheduling has not been kind to the reigning champions.
The Arrows take t.... read more
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| National Trophy Final |
18/01/2006 |
The National Trophy Final, against Worcester Wolves, will be held at the Coventry Skydome on Sunday 5th February 2006 at 2 p.m. Doors will open at 1 p.m.
Ticket prices (for Band B) will be £16 for.... read more
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| Make or Break for Arrows II |
11/01/2006 |
The city of Sheffield Arrows II return to basketball action after the Christmas break with a run of games which could be the key in deciding playoff places come end of the regular season.
The A.... read more
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| Naomi makes it to England Status |
25/12/2005 |
We are pleased to announce on the site that Naomi Campbell from the Hatters has been selected for England. Naomi who began her basketball with the Arrows at the Dronfield Sports Centre, represented th.... read more
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| Arrows face journey into the unknown |
25/12/2005 |
The Arrows open the New Year with a road – trip that could very well decide their season. On Saturday 7th January the Arrows travel to the Worcester Wolves, an intimidating place at the best of times .... read more
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| A few thoughts |
19/12/2005 |
The Arrows have won their last 5 games and have moved into championship contention, although the biggest battle this season continues to be against injury and unavailability. Last week it was Danny Ri.... read more
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| R.A.F. Award helps Arrows make the Difference |
16/12/2005 |
The Arrows have been awarded £400 from the R.A.F. to support the development of their Cadet and Junior Basketball Programmes for the season 2005/06.
The money will help the Arrows compete at these .... read more
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| Arrows looking to shoot down the Stars |
15/12/2005 |
The Arrows bring down the year with a home game against the Solent Stars at the EIS on Saturday 17th December. The Arrows lie 5th in the League having won their last 4 fixtures home and away.
The S.... read more
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Hi Fans, where were you last home game! I thought I’d found the ‘Mary Celeste’.
I admit that last week was my first home game in two weeks, but that was due to another commitment and time with a lo.... read more
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| To the fans of the Arrows Basketball Club |
12/12/2005 |
I have been associated with basketball for my entire life. I am a former NCAA and EBL player and I have been a coach since I retired from competitive play. Some of you may be familiar with USA Select .... read more
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| Arrows travel to the land of the Giant |
06/12/2005 |
The City of Sheffield Arrows face a tough road trip on Saturday to face a Teesside Mohawks team who have just signed a player who is 7’5 tall, he is English and has just completed a spell in the USA.
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| Arrows Win at the Double |
05/12/2005 |
The City of Sheffield Arrows scored 224 points in recording a double of wins against Nottingham Knights away and then the London Capitals at home. These victories move the Arrows record to 5 – 2 and v.... read more
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| Arrows face double header weekend of destiny |
27/11/2005 |
The Arrows Senior Men face two tough games within 24 hours this coming weekend. On Saturday evening 7.30pm they travel to near neighbors the Nottingham Knights, which will feature the return of David .... read more
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| Jamie Davidson's View |
25/11/2005 |
Obviously we are all disappointed with last week's cup semi-final defeat at the hands of a very good Reading Rockets team, but we have had a good couple of training sessions this week and for the firs.... read more
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| Arrows II look to make it three in a row |
24/11/2005 |
The City of Sheffield Arrows II travel to the midlands to face Aston Athletics II looking to win their third league game in a row.
Their opponents have had both a mixture of good results and disap.... read more
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| Arrows Look to Bounce back in Leeds |
24/11/2005 |
The City of Sheffield Arrows Yorkshire League team travel to Leeds this friday to take on the young and explosive team of the Mandela Warriors.
The Arrows, who suffered defeat in the Yorkshire .... read more
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| Arrows look to bounce back |
20/11/2005 |
The City of Sheffield Arrows will be looking to get their League campaign back on track when they entertain the Kingston Wildcats this Saturday 26th November at the English Institute of Sport, startin.... read more
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| Tough Away Weekend for Yorkshire League Men |
17/11/2005 |
The City of Sheffield Arrows Yorkshire League team face two difficult away fixtures in the Yorkshire League this week at Scarborough and Menwith Hill respectively.
On Friday night, the Arrows trave.... read more
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| Arrows Awarded Sefton Points |
15/11/2005 |
City of Sheffield Arrows U18 have been awarded a victory by default against Sefton in the U18 North West Conference.
The game took place on Sunday 30th October 2005 and ended with a comfortable vic.... read more
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| Arrows face Rockets in National Cup Lift Off |
14/11/2005 |
This Saturday at the English Institute of Sport the City of Sheffield Arrows will feature in the biggest basketball match held in Sheffield this season, namely the National Cup Semi Final against the .... read more
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| Arrows sign David Passmore |
27/10/2005 |
The City of Sheffield are pleased to announce the signing of David Passmore to add to their championship challenge. The talented player has moved along the M1 to Sheffield and will be a welcomed acqui.... read more
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| U16s Captain's View |
23/10/2005 |
In the start of the 2005/06 season the Under 16s have lost all three of their games but what does the captain make of their performances?
We knew when we received the fixtures that we will have a v.... read more
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| Arrows the best show in town? |
09/10/2005 |
The City of Sheffield Arrows story is a remarkable one; it features the ability to roll with the punches, bounce back from disappointment and remarkably to triumph in the face of adversity.
The Arr.... read more
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| Arrows move forward at the Double |
09/10/2005 |
The City of Sheffield Arrows recorded a win double on the road to advance in both the National Trophy and the National Cup with wins over Teesside by 84 – 68 and Coventry 116 – 103 respectively. These.... read more
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| Arrows Preseason |
14/09/2005 |
The City of Sheffield Arrows begin the new 2005/06 season this Saturday with a tough National Trophy game away at rivals Manchester Magic.
The Arrows, who are coming off the back of one of the mos.... read more
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