This Friday sees the long awaited season start for the Stadium Nightclub Rockets and Hogs Breathe Café Cyclones against powerhouse club Townsville.

The Rockets have bolstered their roster with the inclusion of NBL campaigner Ben Thompson along with talented point guard Jeff Gloger and rebounding ace Peter Bullock.   With a leaner Cameron Tragardh and bunch of other local talent the roster is looking very strong once again this year.  The aim is to improve on last years impressive performances but the Townsville side will be out to spoil the party.  In 2006 Townsville were the only side to beat the Rockets at home so there is a lot on the line come game time Friday night.

The 2007 Cyclones roster is possibly the best ever assembled.  Star recruit Jenny Whittle from the World Champion Opals will provide a massive presence on the court.  New guard recruit Khalihah Este-Shehu may not have her playing license in time for Friday’s game but if given the opportunity is expected to show skills after recent sessions with the WNBA.   New recruits Angela Garden and Lauren Hobson will make major contributions to the team.  Biancia Abbott returns with WNBL experience and along a group of talented locals will again be poised to defeat the WNBL-backed Townsville outfit as they did last year.  Townsville will be doubly focused after an unexpected loss last week-end.  So come on out early as the action will be intense.
CYCLONES  6:15pm
ROCKETS   8:00pm       

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