GAME PREVIEW: Doubleheader at the Essex Sport Arena this Saturday as women's basketball and men's volleyball teams set for action - Essex Rebels

GAME PREVIEW: Doubleheader at the Essex Sport Arena this Saturday as women’s basketball and men’s volleyball teams set for action

March 20, 2025

On Saturday, 22 March, the Essex Rebels Women’s Basketball team and Men’s Volleyball team take to the court of the Essex Sport Arena for a multi-sport double header.

Super League Basketball Preview: Essex Rebels vs. B.Braun Sheffield Hatters
The Essex Rebels women’s basketball team is set for a tough test this weekend as they take on the high-flying B.Braun Sheffield Hatters in a crucial Super League Basketball matchup at the Essex Sport Arena, Tip Off 4:00pm.
The Rebels currently sit in 6th place in the SLBW Championship standings with a 6-7 record, looking to bounce back after a challenging 104-74 loss to the Oaklands Wolves. Meanwhile, the Hatters enter the game in 2nd place with a strong 12-2 record, tied on points with league leaders Oaklands.
With the regular season nearing its final stages, both teams have plenty at stake. The Rebels will be fighting to hold onto their playoff position, while the Hatters aim to secure the coveted number-one seed. Expect a fiercely competitive battle as both sides push to edge closer to their postseason ambitions.

Volleyball National Cup Semi-Final: Essex Rebels vs. London Giants
The day will continue with the Essex Rebels men’s volleyball team taking on the London Giants in a high-stakes Semi-Final clash in the Volleyball National Cup at 7:30pm .
The Rebels come into this matchup riding high after securing the number one seed for the Volleyball Final 4. Their dominant 3-0 victory over IBB Polonia in the previous round showcased their strength and determination. Meanwhile, the third-seeded London Giants also impressed in their last cup game, defeating Richmond 3-0.
During the regular season, the Rebels bested the Giants in both encounters, but with the Giants making key additions to their roster, this contest could prove to be a tougher challenge. With a spot in the National Cup Final on the line and both teams set to head to Crystal Palace for the Final 4, expect an intense and hard-fought battle.
This will also be the Rebels’ final home game of the 2024/25 season, making it a must-watch event as they look to finish their home campaign on a high note.

Get your tickets now and join us at the Essex Sport Arena for an action-packed day of sports! Come support our Women’s Basketball and Men’s Volleyball teams as they battle for victory in two high-stakes matchups. Don’t miss the excitement—be there to cheer them on!

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