Nottingham Hoods
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Results
| British BBL Trophy | 01/15 17:30 | 7 |
Cheshire Phoenix
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L | 129-80 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 03/13 15:00 | - | Nottingham Hoods v Leicester Warriors | W | 82-70 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 03/12 16:30 | - | Leicester Warriors v Nottingham Hoods | L | 84-70 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 03/06 16:00 | - | Thames Valley Cavaliers v Nottingham Hoods | W | 84-99 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 03/05 18:00 | - | Team Solent Kestrels v Nottingham Hoods | L | 95-61 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 02/26 19:00 | - | Hemel Storm v Nottingham Hoods | W | 40-56 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 02/19 15:00 | - | Nottingham Hoods v London Lions 2 | W | 104-97 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 02/13 18:30 | - | Nottingham Hoods v Team Solent Kestrels | L | 73-93 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 02/12 15:00 | - | Oaklands Wolves v Nottingham Hoods | W | 70-75 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 02/05 18:30 | - | Nottingham Hoods v Team Newcastle University | L | 95-97 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 01/29 16:00 | - | Nottingham Hoods v Bradford Dragons | W | 93-83 | |
| British NBL Div 1 | 01/16 15:00 | - | Nottingham Hoods v Oaklands Wolves | W | 108-74 |
Wikipedia - Nottingham Hoods
The Nottingham Hoods are a semi-professional basketball club from the city of Nottingham, England. The Hoods, formed in 2009, compete in NBL Division 1, the second tier of the British basketball system, and play their home games at the Nottingham Wildcats Arena.
History
The Hoods were originally formed in 2009, with the men's team taking to the court as part of what was then branded as the EBL Division 4 Midlands League. The team had an impressive first season in Division Four, recording thirteen wins in the league for a second place in the regular season. The end of season playoffs were to be an even greater success though, with the Hoods coming through the National Playoffs to make the final against the unbeaten Birmingham Mets. Despite the odds, the Hoods pulled off a 59-56 victory over the Mets to be crowned 2010 National Division Four Champions, and win promotion to Division Three in their first season.
For the next three years, the club maintained a mid-table place in Division 3 (North), avoiding entanglement with the annual relegation battle while falling short of the end-of-season playoffs. This period of relative safety almost came to a disastrous end in the 2013-14 season, when an underachieving team won only 6 league games all season, and only avoided relegation by virtue of a final-day 58-60 win over fellow strugglers Derby Trailblazers II. The close brush with the spectre of relegation brought forward a renewed hunger for victory in the following year though, with the team pushing rivals Liverpool close all through the season, eventually finishing as runners-up in the league, and winning promotion to EBL Division 2 following an end-of-season review by Basketball England.
The Hoods quickly established themselves in the third tier, finishing their first two seasons in the playoff positions, and reaching the semi-finals of the playoffs and Patrons Cup. In the 2017-18 season, the club took another step forward, claiming 20 wins in a 22 game season and the Division 2 League Championship. Although denied the league and playoff double losing a nail-biting playoff final 77-80 to the Thames Valley Cavaliers, both teams had already secured a place in the second tier for the 2018-19 season.
The team is known for its fast-paced and exciting style of play, with a focus on teamwork and athleticism. The Hoods have a strong roster of talented players, including some of the best young talent in the country. The team is led by head coach Ryan Westley, who has been with the Hoods since their inception.
Off the court, the Hoods are known for their commitment to the local community. The team regularly hosts basketball clinics and camps for young players, and works closely with local schools and community groups to promote the sport of basketball.
Overall, the Nottingham Hoods are a dynamic and exciting basketball team that is making a name for itself both on and off the court. With a talented roster and a commitment to community engagement, the Hoods are poised for continued success in the years to come.