Women
| ROCKHAMPTON (98) |
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BUNDABERG (46) |
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The Bears walked into an ambush as the Cyclones brought out the big-guns early to race away to a 33-11 margin at the first break. Bears unable to penetrate wasting shots from the outside.
Men
| ROCKHAMPTON (107) |
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BUNDABERG (88) |
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Despite better field percentages, the Bulls no match for the Rockets in the end. The Bulls lacking the depth in their roster, as Rocky hold the top spot on the ladder.
Jenny Whittle, Rockhampton Hogs Breath Café Cyclones
After recently announcing her retirement from the Australian Opals, Jenny Whittle seems to be focusing her attention on her new team, the Rockhampton Cyclones. The team faced the Mackay Meteorettes on Saturday night, who are a well built squad sitting very competitively in the League at 5 and 3. Whittle was a standout in this game from tip-off, with 27 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists to help the team take a 88-71 victory. She achieved this in 34 minutes of court time at 52% from the field, and at an average of 16.8 points per game after 10 games in ’07, Whittle is a deserved winner of the Player of the Week Award in Round 8. Other big number crunchers in Round 8 include, Rohanee Cox of the Townville Flames who put away 34pts, 13rbs, 4asts and 2stls in 27 minutes in a one-sided affair with Gladstone (120-22); Jade Kennedy of the Cairns Dolphins (29pts, 19rbs, 4asts) who were given an early run by Gladstone but pulled away easy winners (119-75); Erica Parsons of the Toowoomba Mountaineers with two ‘double-doubles’ - 14pts, 18rbs, 4asts, 5stls in game 1, followed by 13pts, 14rbs, 2asts, 3stls in game 2; and finally Julie Stringer of the Maroochydore Clippers hit 21pts, 14rbs, 2asts, 5stls to defeat the Mountaineers 57-46.
| Hegvold Stadium, Rockhampton. 8:00pm |
The Suns first big road trip for the year sees them arrive in Hegvold Stadium and into enemy territory. The Rockets were given a good push by the Capitals last week with only 1-point in the game at the half (46-45), before they ran away 10-point victors (90-80). Thompson was on the sidelines which meant their firepower was reduced so will be interesting to see if he suits up here. The Suns put up a good fight against the Wizards (93-98) with Martin, Saunders and Andrews the ring-leaders. The height and skill of Tragardh (averaging 30ppg, 11.2rpg) will be tough for the Suns- lets hope they’ve got something up their sleeve, because Rocky have not dropped a single game at home in ’07.
Rockhampton Basketball Incorporated
Seeks applications for the 2007 QABL Season
Head Coach – Rockhampton Rockets
Head Coach – Rockhampton Cyclones
Head Coach – Rockhampton U23 Jets
Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons for the 2007 QABL season to build upon the existing successful programs that exists within this thriving regional club that enjoys high community support.
Successful applicants are expected to possess superior technical skills along with the necessary ability to effectively liase with media and committee.
Interested parties for these positions should send their application (in strictest confidence) to rbi@irock.com.au.
Nominations for these positions close on Friday 3rd November, 2006.
Confidential queries can be directed to 0439 798839.
NEWSLETTER March 2006
Welcome to all sponsors and supporters of the Rockhampton 2006 QABL program.
All the major sponsors of Stadium Nightclub, Hogs Breathe Café and Ian Weigh Toyota are committed to another successful season.
Support by Rockhampton’s business community continues to grow enabling the assembling of impressive rosters to both the Rocket’s and Cyclones. The main target is to be a position to host finals series in August.
Once again this year will be huge, building on the success of past seasons.
Special welcome on board to all our new sponsors and boxholders of :-
· Fosters Australia
· Best Doors
· Remax- Rockhampton
· J.J. Kerrs
· Scott Kilpatrick - Builders
A number of potential sponsors are still to be finalised before the season proper in May.
2006 Home Games
Pre-seasons Vs Mackay - 8th April
Vs Gladstone - 19th April
Pre-seasons are designed to give players a preparation plus give fans an insight into the teams being assembled. Recent game against Bundaberg was to be a low key affair with little publicity involved. However fans came out in force to see the action. Attendance is expected to further build for 2 other pre-season games planned.
Sponsors are given first option on their boxes for these nights which will be free if not-serviced. If drinks are required then the offer is at the heavily discounted rate of $100/ 6 seater and $65/ 4 seater.
Please advise if you require your box and if you wish it serviced.
Clubroom Refurbishment
The clubroom is in final stages of refurbishment with a new 10 metre bar installed. Carpet has now been laid with all the finishing touches left to complete before the season proper in early May.
Rockets and Cyclones “Fostered”
Rockhampton Basketball has accepted a substantial offer from Foster Australia to be aligned with their products. Quality products such as Victoria Bitter and Carlton Mid will now be available. Bottles of excellent wines will now be obtainable for corporate boxes.
STADIUM NIGHTCLUB ROCKETS
The mission again for 2006 Rockets is to improve on last years excellent results. Coach Neal Tweedy has not yet totally finalised his roster but is looking extremely promising. The major signing has been Cameron Tragardh the league MVP for the past 2 seasons. Hopefully Cameron will be instrumental in winning a championship as he has done with all his past clubs. Cameron is keen to play in front of Rocky’s vocal crowd. American Charles Brown will play the point guard position. Charles is super quick so will delight fans with his athletic ability. The other import spot is currently being finalised.
Scott brothers, Paul, Greg & Glenn are looking very strong and fit, expecting to deliver their usual solid performances.
. Local heroes Darren Richardson and Tony Campbell are again very keen to play key roles in delivering Rockets success.
The standard of the men’s league continues to improve with virtually every team now containing NBL players.. The Rockets are again expected to be more than a competitive force, delivering the same level of excitement and entertainment as in previous years.
HOG’S BREATH CAFÉ CYCLONES
The Hog’s Breath Café Cyclones will again come under the direction of Kevin Bolck who is quite excited with the roster being assembled.
Last year’s roster has been bolstered by the return of Biancia Abbott who was MVP of the Southern Cross league. She will be joined .student Zoey Grant a recent state U20 representative.
The biggest signing in the league to date has been Sue Moran for the Cyclones. Sue is the highest credentialed player to ever suit up in this league having been on the WNBA New York roster. The Irish national last year dominated the New Zealand national league including amassing 43 points in the grand final.
The Cyclones roster is expected to be rounded out by a WNBL player who the club is in final negotiations with.
Simone Grant, and the Fisher sisters Kristy & Rachael and a bunch of young local talent will fill the roster.
This year will see significant on-court success for the Cyclones.
We look forward again to plenty of support throughout the season for the women’s’ program.
STADIUM NIGHTCLUB JETS (Under 23’s)
This year again sees our development side competing against all the northern QABL centres, under Coach Ross Borg.
Numbers at training have been very strong with a great deal of enthusiasm. With a quantity of players on the Rockets roster also eligible for this division the team is expected to again acquit themselves well.
Players such as Craig Bosel, Glenn Scott, Peter Trenerry, Aaron Glazebrook, Tim Borg and Bryce Sheppard are expected to make significant contributions. There will also be opportunities for talented juniors such as Simon Weigh & Curtis Bolck.
So take the opportunity and come out early and support the Under 23’s and you will be treated to some fast actioned entertainment
Rockhampton Basketball Incorporated
Hegvold Stadium, Huish Drive, PO Box 648,Rockhampton,4700
Phone 07 49225544 / Fax 07 49224146
www.rockybasketball.com
Email : rbi@irock.com.au