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ETHAN ROUND SECURES DRAMATIC VICTORY FOR KESTRELS
Image Courtesy of Luke Simcock Saturday evening saw perhaps the most entertaining Kestrels match up of the season so far as they snatched a late victory from Cobham Cobras, 67-64. In what was a relatively low scoring game, both sides had the lead through out but it was an Ethan Round triple with 0.9 seconds left that decided the game. The victory moves Kestrels to 5-1 for the season. It was a 7-0 start for the visitors as Kestrels struggled to get going in the first few minut


WINNING FORM CONTINUES FOR KESTRELS AS THEY DEFEAT KNIGHTS
Image Courtesy of Dan Crowther Kestrels continue their fine form of late on Saturday evening at the Solent Sports Complex, as they defeated Richmond Knights 96-55 in NBL Division 1. The victory pushes Kestrels into the mix at the top of the division having played less games than the rest of the league. Kestrels young duo of Jakub Ofman and Tom Blower came off the bench to put up 15 points each, Jakub also added 9 rebounds whilst Tom impressively did his scoring in just under


TWO FROM TWO ON DOUBLE HEADER WEEKEND FOR KESTRELS
Image Courtesy of Dan Crowther Kestrels took home a pair of victories from the SSC this pay weekend as they handed London Lions II a 102-46 defeat in NBL Division 1. Before dispatching Brent Bulls in the Men’s National Cup Round of 16, 100-49, to set up a quarter final clash with Saturdays opponents London Lions II on Sunday 30th November 2025. Saturdays triumph means Kestrels now love to 4-1 in the league ahead of a tough set of November fixtures. Saturday was a true team ef


DOUBLE HEADER DELIGHT FOR KESTRELS AS THEY BOUNCE BACK
Image Courtesy of Luke Simcock It was back to winning ways for the Solent Kestrels Men’s senior team this weekend as they picked up a pair of victories in both the League and National Cup competitions. Saturday saw them hand London Elite a 103-63 defeat on the road in the capital, as they bounced back from defeat last weekend, before making the long journey to the south west to take on Exeter Spartans in the National Cup 3rd round, bringing home a 91-62 victory to advance to


KESTRELS SLIP TO DEFEAT IN HOME OPENER WITH BARKING
Image Courtesy Dan Crowther Solent Kestrels dropped to their first defeat of the 2025/26 NBL Division 1 season on Saturday evening, as Barking Abbey snatched a 71-90 victory from the Solent Sports Complex. The loss moves Kestrels to 1-1 on the season so far, after a disappointing performance from the hosts. Ash Briggs had 17 points and 8 rebounds for Solent, whilst Andre Arissol added 15 and Luke Busumbru 14 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. As expected with two quality sides


OPENING DAY VICTORY FOR KESTRELS AS THEY BEAT TITANS
Image Courtesy Dan Crowther Solent Kestrels tipped off their NBL Division 1 Men’s campaign on Saturday afternoon in the capital, as they...


PRE SEASON CLOSES WITH A BIG WIN FOR THE KESTRELS
Image Courtesy of Luke Simcock Kestrels closed out the pre season in impressive fashion on Saturday evening as they took a 96-53 victory...


KESTRELS RUN STORM TO THE WIRE IN PRE SEASON CLASH
Image Courtesy Dan Crowther Kestrels took British Championship Basketball side Hemel Storm to the wire in pre season action on Sunday...


KESTRELS TAKE THE SPOILS IN THE 3RD MICK BYRNE MEMORIAL TROPHY MATCH UP
Image Courtesy Luke Simcock Saturday evening saw the third annual Mick Byrne Memorial Trophy game take place at the Ravelin Sports Centre...


BUSUMBRU IS BACK WITH THE KESTRELS AFTER 3 YEARS AWAY
Image Courtesy Luke Simcock In what was perhaps the worst kept secret of the off season for the Kestrels, the club can confirm the return...


ELIJAH LOTRIET EARNS THE CALL UP TO THE SENIOR TEAM
Image Courtesy Kai Johnson Solent Kestrels are pleased to announce the addition of Elijah Lotriet to Men’s senior squad, ahead of the...


BRIGGS BACK FOR ANOTHER SEASON WITH KESTRELS
Image Courtesy Kai Johnson Ash Briggs is back in the number 15 jersey for Solent Kestrels ahead of the 2025/26 NBL Division 1 season. The...


ROUND MAKES SWITCH TO THE SOUTH COAST
Image Courtesy Hoopsfix Solent Kestrels are proud to announce the addition of young rising star Ethan Round for the 2025/26 season NBL...


KESTRELS WELCOME BACK BIG MAN WAYNE KITENGE
Image Courtesy Kai Johnson Wayne Kitenge will return to the Solent Kestrels for his second consecutive season as the squad gear up for...


OFMAN MAKES JUMP TO THE MENS SENIOR TEAM
Image Courtesy Kai Johnson Solent Kestrels are proud to announce GB U18 international Jakub Ofman makes the jump full time to the Men’s...


DURAND CONTINUES STAY ON THE SOUTH COAST WITH KESTRELS
Image Courtesy Kai Johnson Gregoire Durand becomes the second signing for coach Guymons Kestrels, ahead of the 2025/26 season. Durand...


DRE RETURNS FOR THE KESTRELS 2025/26 SEASON
Image Courtesy Kai Johnson TSK are excited to kick off announcing this seasons NBL Division 1 squad with the return of Andre Arissol for...


TSK APPOINT LUKE BUSUMBRU AS COMMUNITY IMPLEMENTATION MANAGER
Image Courtesy - Luke Simcock The Solent Kestrels are delighted to announce the appointment of Luke Busumbru as the club’s new Community...


WAVE OF NEW LEVEL 2 COACHES COME THROUGH ITCHEN COLLEGE DISE PATHWAY
Head of Women's Basketball Vicky Milner delivering on the Level 2 Coaching Course Itchen College has successfully completed the first...


KESTRELS BOUNCE BACK WITH VICTORY OVER ELITE
Image Courtesy - Kai Johnson Team Solent Kestrels bounced back from just their second defeat of the regular season, as they handed London...
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