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.

Rocky Basketball is pleased to announce two exciting programs sure to cure you basketball withdrawals these holidays.  Great value, loads of fun, and an excellent opportunity to stay active, whilst meeting new people, including some of your local Rockets and Cyclones stars.

On Monday the 2nd of July, we have our Young-Stars Fun Day for grade 1, 2, & 3 students.  The day runs from 10.00-4.30 and is only $10.00 (which includes a sausage sizzle and other handouts).

This is followed up on Wed 4th & Thurs 5th with our ‘Rising Stars’ Holiday Camp.  The morning sessions are for grade 3, 4, & 5 students and runs from 9.00-12.30 each day.  The afternoon sessions are for grade 6, & 7 students and run from 1.00-4.30 each day.  The cost of the camp is only $33.00 which includes coaching for the two days, a basketball, and a variety of other handouts.

 For more information about both of these programs, including an erolment form please click on the appropriate link or call Junior Development Officer Matt Neason 4922 5544 for more information.

 Young-Stars Fun Day               Rising Stars Holiday Camp

This Saturday sees at Hegvold stadium the return of the Stadium Nightclub Rockets and Hogs Breathe Café Cyclones up against local rivals Gladstone who also are league newcomers.

The Rockets recent triple-header road trip was very successful with major wins on all occasions allowing the Rockets to sit atop the ladder. .  The return of the previously injured Cameron Tragardh added more firepower to a team that is progressing well.  Jeff Gloger continues to impress and will undertake trials at NBL clubs over the coming weeks.  Gladstone’s roster includes Michael Kingma who is the biggest player in the league and will provide a challenge.  And being just down the road the rivalry between the clubs will be fierce. 

The Cyclones also had a successful week-end coming away with 2 big wins on the tough triple-header.  Combinations are coming together on the team with further improvement expected from the Cyclones.  Gladstone play hard and with enthusiasm attempt to carry them through.  The experience of the Cyclones may just tell in the end.

SATURDAY  19th May
CYCLONES  6:15pm
ROCKETS   8:00pm       

Ring the office on 49 225544 to get your tickets.

Date Claimer : Golf Day - Rydges - Friday 8th June

American Jeff Gloger has quickly gained a name for himself within the basketball ranks of Queensland after an explosive performance in Round 2 of the QABL. He takes out the Player of the Week Award after grabbing 41 points, 16 rebounds, 9 assists and 3 steals, only a fraction off a triple-double for the Rockets opening home game for the season. It wasn’t an easy task in the face of a very tough Townsville team, and as a result he has quickly become a crowd favourite in Rockhampton. He helped to move the team into their 2007 campaign successfully and will prove a real asset, playing alongside Tragardh, Thompson and Bullock. Elsewhere, Adam Darragh threw down with 39pts, 3rbs, 7asts for the Goannas in a tough loss to the Thunder; David Gurney of the Mountaineers with 30pts, 12rbs, 2asts but unable to get his team across the line; Dante Sykes of the Wizards grabs 29pts, 5rbs and 7asts to move his team into the number 1 position on the ladder; and Nathan Niesler of the Pirates helping his team go untouched at 3 and 0 for the year with 36pts, 10rbs, 1rb