Established in 2002 by Joanna Coates McGrath, Cardiff Met Archers developed from a community wheelchair basketball club, called the Cardiff Bay Tigers, and then went on to be known as Cardiff Celts. Fast forward about 14 years later, Celts became Cardiff Met Archers and we have continued to grow in numbers and strength. With Joanna […]
As we reflect on officiating, who better to hear from than Duncan Mackenzie, our officiating co-ordinator. A stalwart of the club, Duncan not only organises our officials, but you will also see him refereeing, on the table, supporting young officials, organising courses and so much more. This year, Duncan was awarded the South-West region Statistician […]
Join us on May 4th to celebrate 25 years of Archers Basketball! 1999-2024 As we celebrate our 25th year anniversary, we will be sharing a number of stories from across the years to shine a spotlight on all things Archers Basketball. A huge thank you in advance to all those who have contributed and shared their […]
Inspire Inclusion – International Women’s Day 2024
Archers Basketball welcomed over 100 girls to the Archers Arena on Saturday 9th March for our International Women's Day event. In collaboration with Basketball Wales and FIBA Her World her Rules campaign, over 100 U12 and U14 girls came together to enjoy basketball activities on and off the court. With entertainment from Hoopin 'N' Lootin […]
After 10 seasons with Archers Basketball, we say goodbye to Tom Guntrip who heads off to Australia for a new challenge. Hear more about Tom's journey here - ttps://youtu.be/ODIKCrnVYM4?si=cq_Tfjlcq8IcTrQK Tom, Diolch yn fawr iawn for all you have given to Archers Basketball, you will be missed.
British Basketball League Women’s Roster confirmed for 2023/24
With the British Basketball League Women's 2023/24 season getting underway tomorrow, the final roster has been announced with plenty of new faces raring to go at Archers Arena tomorrow! NBL players Azeb Smalley and Taylor Lambert step up to join returning British talent Cami Barone, Molly James, and Laura Shanahan. Sol Lemoigne joins the team […]
With the 2023/24 NBL Men's D2 season underway with an 85-76 victory over Baltic Stars Medelynas at the weekend, the roster for the champions has been confirmed as the boys look to retain their place in D2 after an epic promotion last season. James Dawe returns as Head Coach and captain, as well as holdovers […]
Match Report – Cardiff Met Archers 53-37 Worcester Wolves
Written by Omer Hagomer Cardiff Met Archers beat Worcester Wolves 53 – 37 in a thrilling game of wheelchair basketball. Jade Atkin finished the game with 16 points and 18 rebounds. The first home game for Cardiff Met Archers took place at Archers Arena in Cyncoed. Archers had the home advantage, as both teams attempted […]
Kim Kheing returns to the Archers! British guard Kim Kheing has re-signed for the Archers, making it a fifth year in Cardiff for the Bristol-born shooter. Kheing has played over 60 times for the Archers, including 28 games for the side last season. Kheing studied at Cardiff Met before beginning at her Masters degree at […]
Dave Owen, of Dave Owen Basketball, has kindly donated a player sponsorship for Issy Bunyan, young Welsh star and WBBL/WNBL player for Cardiff Met Archers. The Dave Owen Basketball logo will feature on Issy's warm-up top, as well as her player profile. His basketball database aims to: - raise the overall profile of British Basketball […]