North Yorkshire Regional Basketball League teams ready for new season

The North Yorkshire Regional Basketball League (NYRBL) is set to return for this September, bringing high-energy, competitive basketball to communities across the region for U12s and U16s.

Teams from Scarborough SEahawks and Whitby Jets are among the competitors again this season.

Scarborough Seahawks U16s will be playing in the NYRBL this season. Photo by Jets Media

placeholder image — Scarborough Seahawks U16s will be playing in the NYRBL this season. Photo by Jets Media

The new 2026-27 season marks a continued commitment to North Yorkshire basketball and to elevate the profile of basketball in North Yorkshire, providing a structured platform for both boys and girls, continuing in developing talent, fostering community engagement, and creating a pathway for aspiring athletes and officials.

The support from Basketball England Yorkshire region and utilising the PlayHQ portal as enhanced the NYRBL will add to the game day experience for next season.

Whitby Jets U16s will be competing n the North Yorkshire Regional Basketball League teams during the new season. Photo by Jets Media

Graeme Lindoe, from the NYRBL admin team said: “We are thrilled to continue bringing a dedicated, basketball league to North Yorkshire and building on the successes from last season.

"The enthusiasm last season from the clubs, athletes, officials and supporters has been incredible.

"This league is not just about the games on the court; it is about building a vibrant basketball culture, inspiring the next generation, and uniting our towns and cities through basketball and based around our ethos of Develop, Support, Compete.”

The 2026-27 season will feature six clubs from across the area and include the following participating rosters for the 2026/27 season: York Eagles, Royals Academy (based in Harrogate), Scarborough Seahawks, Queen Ethleburga’s, Red Kites (based in Beverley) and Whitby Jets.

Whitby Jets' Angus Taylor up against Milo Metcalfe from York Eagles. Photo by elanabellephotography

The NYRBL 2026-27 season will feature games for U12s and U16 with the regular season running from September through to May, culminating in end of season tournaments.

Fixtures, venue details will be released on the official league social media channels in the coming weeks.

Local businesses interested in sponsorship opportunities who want to support and invest in local basketball and help us keep basketball accessible, competitive, and fun across the region, can contact the league to discuss sponsorship opportunities on email: [email protected] or Facebook: North Yorkshire Regional Basketball League, plus Instagram: nyorks_rbl