Sheffield Sharks
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Sheffield Sharks, officially named One Health Sheffield Sharks due to sponsorship, is a professional basketball
team from the city of Sheffield
, England
. Sharks currently play in the British Basketball League
and play their home fixtures at English Institute of Sport - Sheffield
. They are one of the most successful teams in the history of British basketball and dominated the domestic scene throughout the 1990's and early 2000's.
producer, were admitted to National Basketball League Division 2
. After two seasons competing in the division, with an overall 26-16 record, the Forgers were crowned Champions in 1993 and promoted to NBL Division 1.
The 1993-1994 season would prove to be another successful one for the Forgers having reached the National Trophy final where they beat Plymouth Raiders
62-60 on "home" territory at the Sheffield Arena. Their stay in the First Division did not last long, and although they finished in 4th position with a 10-8 record, the Forgers were admitted to the professional top-tier British Basketball League
to replace the withdrawing Guildford Kings
.
in 1994 and rebranded as Sheffield Sharks. On court, the team dominated the league in its rookie season, and with a 29-7 league record, marched on to take the BBL League Championship and National Cup with an incredible 89-66 victory in the final against Thames Valley Tigers
. However the Tigers got their revenge over the Sharks with a nail-biting 74-69 win in the BBL Trophy
final. The Sharks also missed out on the Play-off final following a 72-84 loss to Worthing Bears
in the Final Four, despite this the Sheffield team still enjoyed a phenomenal debut season.
came to London
and the Sharks were entered as the host team, mixing with the elite of world basketball including the NBA's Houston Rockets
, Spanish League giants Real Madrid
and Bologna
of the Italian League amongst others. Sheffield finished the series 0-2, following defeats to Real Madrid and Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Sharks' adventure continued into Europe in the following season (1995–96) when they competed in the prestigious Euroleague
. After knocking out Luxembourg
-based team Residence Helmsange in the Qualifying round, the Sharks were then eliminated in the First Round by Real Madrid after a 57-67 defeat in Sheffield
and a 75-78 defeat in Madrid
. As a result of losing, Sheffield were then placed in the Third Round of the less glamorous European Cup
, where they were subsequently knocked out by Belgian League
club Oostende Basket, thus ending their European adventure.
On the domestic scene, the Sharks could not repeat the highs of their previous season, finishing as Runners-up in the League Championship (30-6) to London Towers
, and losing the final of the National Cup 58-70 also to the dominating Towers. Their Play-off dreams were also shattered in the Semi-final's by eventual winners Birmingham Bullets
, whom they lost to 68-82.
and Championship double in 1999, with Terrell Myers
picked as League MVP, before successfully defending the Cup in 2000 after reaching their fifth Cup final in six years. It was during the most successful period of the clubs’ history that owners Chrysalis Group decided to sell off their majority stake. After running into off-court financial difficulties and on the brink of a wind-up order from the BBL, the franchise was acquired by Montgomery Leisure Services Ltd in 2001, the same year that a first Play-off final appearance was secured in after topping the Championship. However it was Leicester Riders
who triumphed 84-75, and the Sharks were beaten again in the play-off final the following year, 93-82 by Cheshire Jets
. The Sharks claimed their third Championship in five years in 2003 and although they failed to reach the play-off final, they got there the following year after a second-placed league finish. It was the Sharks' third play-off final in four years and a case of third time lucky as they beat Cheshire 86-74 to claim their only play-off success to date.
and Guildford Heat
have become the BBL's most dominant forces. Yet while the Sharks have failed to reach a final in the last five years, they haven't finished lower than sixth in the Championship and remain a force to be reckoned with in the BBL.
Notes:
(www.bbl.org.uk).
Jeff Bonds
Andrew Bridge
Travis Conlan Sterling Davis
Chris Finch
Fabulous Flournoy
Andre McCloud Jeff Monaco Terrell Myers
Nate Reinking
Chris Sanders
Peter Scantlebury
Lynard Stewart
Robert Yanders James Whyte Jermaine Gonsalves Matt Krasnoff Voise Winters
Basketball
Basketball is a team sport in which two teams of five players try to score points by throwing or "shooting" a ball through the top of a basketball hoop while following a set of rules...
team from the city of Sheffield
Sheffield
Sheffield is a city and metropolitan borough of South Yorkshire, England. Its name derives from the River Sheaf, which runs through the city. Historically a part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, and with some of its southern suburbs annexed from Derbyshire, the city has grown from its largely...
, England
England
England is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It shares land borders with Scotland to the north and Wales to the west; the Irish Sea is to the north west, the Celtic Sea to the south west, with the North Sea to the east and the English Channel to the south separating it from continental...
. Sharks currently play in the British Basketball League
British Basketball League
The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy....
and play their home fixtures at English Institute of Sport - Sheffield
English Institute of Sport - Sheffield
The English Institute of Sport is a multi-sport facility in Sheffield, England. The facility designed by was opened in December 2003 at a cost of £24 million. Its main feature is a 200 m indoor track but it also hosts several other sporting arenas as well as a large gym and extensive sports...
. They are one of the most successful teams in the history of British basketball and dominated the domestic scene throughout the 1990's and early 2000's.
"Forging" history
The franchise was established in 1991 when the team, then called the Sheffield Forgers in reference to the city's history as a major steelSteel
Steel is an alloy that consists mostly of iron and has a carbon content between 0.2% and 2.1% by weight, depending on the grade. Carbon is the most common alloying material for iron, but various other alloying elements are used, such as manganese, chromium, vanadium, and tungsten...
producer, were admitted to National Basketball League Division 2
National Basketball League (United Kingdom)
The National Basketball League, or NBL for short, is a British basketball league. The league started in 1972 and continued through to 2003 renamed the English Basketball League.-1972-1993:...
. After two seasons competing in the division, with an overall 26-16 record, the Forgers were crowned Champions in 1993 and promoted to NBL Division 1.
The 1993-1994 season would prove to be another successful one for the Forgers having reached the National Trophy final where they beat Plymouth Raiders
Plymouth Raiders
The Plymouth Raiders, officially called UCP Marjon Plymouth Raiders for sponsorship reasons, is South-west England's leading basketball team. Based in the city of Plymouth, they play their home games at the Pavilions arena and have competed in the top-tier British Basketball League since 2004...
62-60 on "home" territory at the Sheffield Arena. Their stay in the First Division did not last long, and although they finished in 4th position with a 10-8 record, the Forgers were admitted to the professional top-tier British Basketball League
British Basketball League
The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy....
to replace the withdrawing Guildford Kings
Guildford Kings
Guildford Kings was a successful British basketball franchise, most prominent in the British Basketball League during the early 1990s. They ceased operations at the end of the 1993-94 season....
.
Sharks swim with the "big boys"
The successful franchise was purchased by the Chrysalis GroupChrysalis Group
Chrysalis Group is a UK media company. It was founded by Chris Wright, who remains chairman and was listed the 1,000th richest person in the UK in The Times Rich List 2009...
in 1994 and rebranded as Sheffield Sharks. On court, the team dominated the league in its rookie season, and with a 29-7 league record, marched on to take the BBL League Championship and National Cup with an incredible 89-66 victory in the final against Thames Valley Tigers
Thames Valley Tigers
Thames Valley Tigers was a British basketball team competing in the British Basketball League until 2005, when funding was ceased and the franchise folded. Based in Bracknell, Berkshire, the team's fans setup a new team to replace the Tigers and just a month later the Guildford Heat was born...
. However the Tigers got their revenge over the Sharks with a nail-biting 74-69 win in the BBL Trophy
BBL Trophy
The BBL Trophy is one of three cup competitions operated by the British Basketball League. The competition begins with a regional group format and comprises the BBL clubs divided into four regional qualifying groups of three...
final. The Sharks also missed out on the Play-off final following a 72-84 loss to Worthing Bears
Brighton Bears
Brighton Bears was a British basketball team based in Brighton, Sussex. From 1984 to 1999 the club was known as the Worthing Bears and was based in the town of Worthing, 12 miles west of Brighton. The Bears played in the top-flight British Basketball League until 2006 when the franchise folded...
in the Final Four, despite this the Sheffield team still enjoyed a phenomenal debut season.
Taking a bite at Europe
In 1995, the 1995 McDonald's Championship1995 McDonald's Championship
The 1995 McDonald's Championship took place at the London Arena in London, England.-Preliminary round:Oualifying games19 October 1995-Final round:-Places 5-6:21 October 1995-Final standings:-External links:**...
came to London
London
London is the capital city of :England and the :United Kingdom, the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom, and the largest urban zone in the European Union by most measures. Located on the River Thames, London has been a major settlement for two millennia, its history going back to its...
and the Sharks were entered as the host team, mixing with the elite of world basketball including the NBA's Houston Rockets
Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets are an American professional basketball team based in Houston, Texas. The team plays in the Southwest Division of the Western Conference in the National Basketball Association . The team was established in 1967, and played in San Diego, California for four years, before being...
, Spanish League giants Real Madrid
Real Madrid Baloncesto
Real Madrid Baloncesto is a Spanish professional basketball team founded in 1932 as a division of the Real Madrid club. They play in the Asociación de Clubes de Baloncesto ....
and Bologna
Virtus Bologna
-Notable players: Marco Bonamico 9 seasons: '75-'76, '77-'78, '80-'86, '88-'89 Carlo Caglieris 6 seasons: '75-'81 Pietro Generali 6 seasons: '75-'76, '78-'83 Gianni Bertolotti 5 seasons: '75-'80 Terry Driscoll 3 seasons: '75-'78 Eric Luc Leclerc 1 season: '75-'76 Luigi Serafini 2 seasons: '75-'77...
of the Italian League amongst others. Sheffield finished the series 0-2, following defeats to Real Madrid and Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Sharks' adventure continued into Europe in the following season (1995–96) when they competed in the prestigious Euroleague
Euroleague
Euroleague Basketball, commonly known as the Euroleague, is the highest level tier and most important professional club basketball competition in Europe, with teams from up to 18 different countries, members of FIBA Europe. For sponsorship reasons, for five seasons starting with 2010–2011, it is...
. After knocking out Luxembourg
Luxembourg
Luxembourg , officially the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg , is a landlocked country in western Europe, bordered by Belgium, France, and Germany. It has two principal regions: the Oesling in the North as part of the Ardennes massif, and the Gutland in the south...
-based team Residence Helmsange in the Qualifying round, the Sharks were then eliminated in the First Round by Real Madrid after a 57-67 defeat in Sheffield
Sheffield
Sheffield is a city and metropolitan borough of South Yorkshire, England. Its name derives from the River Sheaf, which runs through the city. Historically a part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, and with some of its southern suburbs annexed from Derbyshire, the city has grown from its largely...
and a 75-78 defeat in Madrid
Madrid
Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain. The population of the city is roughly 3.3 million and the entire population of the Madrid metropolitan area is calculated to be 6.271 million. It is the third largest city in the European Union, after London and Berlin, and its metropolitan...
. As a result of losing, Sheffield were then placed in the Third Round of the less glamorous European Cup
Saporta Cup
Saporta Cup was the name of the second-tier level European professional club basketball competition, where the National Cup winners from all over Europe played against each other. The competition was organized by FIBA Europe...
, where they were subsequently knocked out by Belgian League
Basketball League Belgium
The Basketball League Belgium , also known as the Ligue Ethias or Ethias League, is the highest professional basketball league in Belgium.-Teams:* Antwerp Giants* Belgacom Liège Basket* Dexia Mons-Hainaut* Generali Okapi Aalstar...
club Oostende Basket, thus ending their European adventure.
On the domestic scene, the Sharks could not repeat the highs of their previous season, finishing as Runners-up in the League Championship (30-6) to London Towers
London Towers
London Towers was a professional basketball team based in London, England. They were one of the most successful and recognised British sports teams of the 1990s, collecting many titles in the British Basketball League as well as regularly competing in European competitions such as the Euroleague...
, and losing the final of the National Cup 58-70 also to the dominating Towers. Their Play-off dreams were also shattered in the Semi-final's by eventual winners Birmingham Bullets
Birmingham Bullets
The Birmingham Bullets is a basketball team from Birmingham, who competed in the British Basketball League . The club resigned from the BBL league in the summer of 2006 and soon after went into liquidation, and currently no-longer exist as a basketball franchise.-The future of Birmingham...
, whom they lost to 68-82.
Golden era
The Sharks again reached the BBL Cup final in 1996 and 1997, finishing second then third in the Championship, and their next piece of silverware was the 1998 BBL Trophy. They claimed their second BBL CupBBL Cup
The BBL Cup is one of two peripheral competitions operated by the British Basketball League during the regular season, the other being the BBL Trophy...
and Championship double in 1999, with Terrell Myers
Terrell Myers
Terrell Myers is an American professional basketball player.Terrell attended James Hillhouse after graduation then attended St. Thomas More Prep school in Waterbury, Connecticut, followed by Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he studied and played basketball from 1993-1997...
picked as League MVP, before successfully defending the Cup in 2000 after reaching their fifth Cup final in six years. It was during the most successful period of the clubs’ history that owners Chrysalis Group decided to sell off their majority stake. After running into off-court financial difficulties and on the brink of a wind-up order from the BBL, the franchise was acquired by Montgomery Leisure Services Ltd in 2001, the same year that a first Play-off final appearance was secured in after topping the Championship. However it was Leicester Riders
Leicester Riders
The Leicester Riders, officially known as the Jelson Homes DMU Leicester Riders for sponsorship reasons, is a British professional basketball team that play in the British Basketball League...
who triumphed 84-75, and the Sharks were beaten again in the play-off final the following year, 93-82 by Cheshire Jets
Cheshire Jets
The Cheshire Jets are a British professional basketball team based in the city of Chester, in Cheshire, England. Formerly known as the Chester Jets, their home court is the Northgate Arena and they play in the top-tier British Basketball League....
. The Sharks claimed their third Championship in five years in 2003 and although they failed to reach the play-off final, they got there the following year after a second-placed league finish. It was the Sharks' third play-off final in four years and a case of third time lucky as they beat Cheshire 86-74 to claim their only play-off success to date.
The franchise today
The BBL Cup was also secured in 2004, but the last five years have been lean ones for the Sharks as the Newcastle EaglesNewcastle Eagles
Newcastle Eagles is a British Basketball League team from Newcastle upon Tyne. Since 2010 they have played all home games at the 3,000 capacity Sport Central arena at Northumbria University in the city...
and Guildford Heat
Guildford Heat
Guildford Heat is a basketball club based in Guildford, England that currently play in the British Basketball League. Heat play their home games at the brand-new Surrey Sports Park and was formed in 2005 by fans of former BBL franchise Thames Valley Tigers, who folded during the same year...
have become the BBL's most dominant forces. Yet while the Sharks have failed to reach a final in the last five years, they haven't finished lower than sixth in the Championship and remain a force to be reckoned with in the BBL.
Home arenas
- Sheffield Arena (1994-2004)
- Ponds Forge International HallPonds ForgePonds Forge International Sports Centre is a leisure complex in the City of Sheffield, England that contains an Olympic-sized swimming pool with seating for 2,600 spectators, family and kids pools, water slides and other sports facilities.-Brief history:...
(2004-2006) - English Institute of Sport - SheffieldEnglish Institute of Sport - SheffieldThe English Institute of Sport is a multi-sport facility in Sheffield, England. The facility designed by was opened in December 2003 at a cost of £24 million. Its main feature is a 200 m indoor track but it also hosts several other sporting arenas as well as a large gym and extensive sports...
(2006-present)
Season-by-season records
| Season | Div. | Pos. | Pld. | W | L | Pts. | Play Offs | Trophy | Cup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Forgers | |||||||||
| 1991–1992 | NBL 3 National Basketball League (United Kingdom) The National Basketball League, or NBL for short, is a British basketball league. The league started in 1972 and continued through to 2003 renamed the English Basketball League.-1972-1993:... |
|5th | 22 | 11 | 11 | 22 | |||
| 1992–1993 | NBL 3 National Basketball League (United Kingdom) The National Basketball League, or NBL for short, is a British basketball league. The league started in 1972 and continued through to 2003 renamed the English Basketball League.-1972-1993:... |
1st | 20 | 15 | 5 | 30 | |||
| 1993–1994 | NBL 1 National Basketball League (United Kingdom) The National Basketball League, or NBL for short, is a British basketball league. The league started in 1972 and continued through to 2003 renamed the English Basketball League.-1972-1993:... |
|4th | 18 | 10 | 8 | 20 | |||
| Winners | |||||||||
| Sheffield Sharks | |||||||||
| 1994–1995 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
1st | 36 | 29 | 7 | 58 | Semi-final | Runner-up | Winners |
| 1995–1996 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
2nd | 36 | 30 | 6 | 60 | Semi-final | Semi-final | Runner-up |
| 1996–1997 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
|3rd | 36 | 26 | 10 | 52 | Semi-final | Semi-final | Runner-up |
| 1997–1998 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
|4th | 36 | 25 | 11 | 50 | Quarter-final | Winners | Quarter-final |
| 1998–1999 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
1st | 36 | 31 | 5 | 62 | Semi-final | Semi-final | Winners |
| 1999–2000 | BBL N British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
2nd | 36 | 29 | 7 | 58 | Quarter-final | Semi-final | Winners |
| 2000–2001 | BBL N British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
1st | 36 | 27 | 9 | 54 | Runner-up | Semi-final | 1st Round |
| 2001–2002 | BBL N British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
2nd | 32 | 21 | 11 | 42 | Runner-up | Quarter-final | Semi-final |
| 2002–2003 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
1st | 40 | 33 | 7 | 66 | Semi-final | 1st Round | 1st Round |
| 2003–2004 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
2nd | 36 | 26 | 10 | 52 | Winners | 1st Round | Winners |
| 2004–2005 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
4th | 40 | 26 | 14 | 52 | Semi-final | 1st Round | Quarter-final |
| 2005–2006 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
3rd | 40 | 26 | 14 | 52 | Semi-final | 1st Round | Quarter-final |
| 2006–2007 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
2nd | 36 | 28 | 8 | 56 | Semi-final | Semi-final | Semi-final |
| 2007–2008 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
6th | 33 | 17 | 16 | 34 | Quarter-final | 1st Round | Quarter-final |
| 2008–2009 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
6th | 33 | 16 | 17 | 32 | Quarter-final | 1st Round | Quarter-final |
| 2009–2010 | BBL British Basketball League The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy.... |
2nd | 36 | 30 | 6 | 60 | Semi-final | 1st Round | Winners |
Notes:
- Until 1993 Division Three operated as the third tier league, behind Division Two and Division One (the BBL).
- In 1993 the NBL restructured Division Two as Division One, operating as the second tier league.
- From 1999-2002 the BBL operated a Conference system. Sheffield competed in the Northern Conference.
League
- NBL Division 2 Winners: 1992/93 1
- BBL Winners: 1994/95, 1998/99, & 2002/03 3
- BBL Northern Conference Winners: 2000/01 1
- BBL Runners Up: 1995/96, 2003/04, & 2009/10 3
- BBL Northern Conference Runners Up: 1999/00, & 2001/02 2
Playoffs
- NBL Division 2 Play Off Winners: 1992/93 1
- BBL Play Off Winners: 2003/04 1
- BBL Play Off Runners Up: 2000/01, 2001/02, 2010/11 3
Cup
- National Cup Winners: 1994/95, 1998/99, & 1999/00 3
- BBL Cup Winners: 2003/04, 2009/10 & 2010/11 3
- National Cup Runners Up: 1995/96, & 1996/97 2
Current roster
The following information is established according to the official websites of the team ( www.sharksbasketball.co.uk) and Britain's top professional league, the BBLBritish Basketball League
The British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy....
(www.bbl.org.uk).
Notable former players
John AmaechiJohn Amaechi
John Uzoma Ekwugha Amaechi OBE is a retired American-born British basketball player who currently works as a psychologist, educator and political activist in Europe and the United States....
Jeff BondsJeff Bonds
Jeff Bonds is an American professional basketball player, currently plays in the LEB Gold, for the Lobe Huesca...
Andrew Bridge
Andrew Bridge (basketball)
Andrew Bridge is a current British Professional Basketball player. Bridge is a 6 ft 4 in Shooting Guard, who currently plays for Newcastle Eagles in the British Basketball League...
Travis Conlan Sterling Davis
Sterling Davis
Sterling Davis is a professional basketball player, currently at British Basketball League club Glasgow Rocks, where he is currently player/head coach....
Chris Finch
Chris Finch (basketball)
Chris Finch is a former American professional basketball player, and a current basketball coach. He is currently the assistant coach of the Houston Rockets of the NBA, and the head coach of the senior Great Britain men's national basketball team.-College:Finch is a 1992 graduate of Franklin &...
Fabulous Flournoy
Fabulous Flournoy
Fabulous Flournoy is a player and the head coach for basketball team Newcastle Eagles, who compete in the British Basketball League....
Andre McCloud Jeff Monaco Terrell MyersTerrell Myers
Terrell Myers is an American professional basketball player.Terrell attended James Hillhouse after graduation then attended St. Thomas More Prep school in Waterbury, Connecticut, followed by Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he studied and played basketball from 1993-1997...
Nate Reinking
Nate Reinking
Nathan "Nate" James Reinking is a American-British professional basketball point guard who plays for the Sheffield Sharks.-Pro career:...
Chris Sanders
Chris Sanders
Christopher Michael "Chris" Sanders is an American film animator and voice actor best-known for co-directing and co-writing the Disney animated feature Lilo & Stitch, and providing the voice of Experiment 626 from Lilo & Stitch and Leroy from Disney's Leroy & Stitch...
Peter Scantlebury
Peter Scantlebury
Peter Scantlebury MBE is a former professional basketball player, the former head coach of Sheffield Sharks, who compete in the British Basketball League, and a teacher at Aston Comprehensive School....
Lynard Stewart
Lynard Stewart
Lynard Stewart is a professional basketball player currently starring for the Newcastle Eagles of the British Basketball League....
Robert Yanders James Whyte Jermaine Gonsalves Matt Krasnoff Voise Winters
See also
- Basketball in EnglandBasketball in EnglandBasketball, although invented in the United States, has a very long history in England, having been introduced there by the YMCA almost immediately after it was created. World War I and II further spurred its popularity. The four highest profile team sports in the United Kingdom are football,...
- British Basketball LeagueBritish Basketball LeagueThe British Basketball League, often abbreviated to the BBL, is the premier men's professional basketball league in the United Kingdom. The BBL runs two knockout competitions alongside the league championship; the BBL Cup and the BBL Trophy....
- EuroleagueEuroleagueEuroleague Basketball, commonly known as the Euroleague, is the highest level tier and most important professional club basketball competition in Europe, with teams from up to 18 different countries, members of FIBA Europe. For sponsorship reasons, for five seasons starting with 2010–2011, it is...
- National Basketball LeagueNational Basketball League (United Kingdom)The National Basketball League, or NBL for short, is a British basketball league. The league started in 1972 and continued through to 2003 renamed the English Basketball League.-1972-1993:...
- Sheffield Arena
External links
- Official Sheffield Sharks website
- Sheffield Sharks on FacebookFacebookFacebook is a social networking service and website launched in February 2004, operated and privately owned by Facebook, Inc. , Facebook has more than 800 million active users. Users must register before using the site, after which they may create a personal profile, add other users as...