Basketball fans are set for an exciting new chapter as the BCB Trophy officially tips off for the 2025/26 season.

This brand-new competition will bring together 14 top BCB teams in a group-stage and knockout battle for silverware, with the added thrill of two invited teams from Scotland – the Edinburgh Blaze and the Falkirk Fury – making it a truly cross-border showcase of British basketball talent.

The action begins as the Hoods host the Bristol Flyers on Sunday, 21st September, at 4pm. The top two teams from each group of four will progress to the quarter-finals, with group winners earning home-court advantage. The quarter-finals will be completed by 5th October, paving the way to the semi-finals and the eventual crowning of the inaugural BCB Trophy champions in 2026.

BCB Chair Russell Bell welcomed the new teams to the competition, saying:
“We’re also proud to welcome our Scottish friends, Edinburgh Blaze and Falkirk Fury, who will bring fantastic energy and talent to the competition. The BCB Trophy creates more opportunities for players to compete at a high standard, while giving fans an exciting, fast-paced tournament to enjoy.”

The BCB Trophy aims to provide clubs, players, and fans with another high-level competitive platform while strengthening links between basketball communities across the UK.

Fans can follow all updates on the BCB Trophy at www.britishchampionshipbasketball.uk