Hawks Cup Fever This Sunday
This Sunday, the West Yorkshire Hawks gear up for an electrifying home opener in the second round of the NBL National Cup against Team Sunderland, tipping off at 5pm in the Hawks Nest at the University of Huddersfield. Both teams are coming off first-round byes, and the excitement is high as elite basketball makes its triumphant return to Huddersfield after the summer off-season.
The Hawks have enjoyed a competitive edge over Sunderland in their previous encounters, winning both league matchups last season. However, Sunderland enters this game with a roster built to capitalise on their physicality, the Hawks will need to match their intensity and execute their game plan effectively to make it through to the 3rd round for the first time in the club’s history.
This offseason, the Hawks made strategic additions to their lineup. These changes will be put to the test as they look to blend new players with their established core.
Hawks Head Coach Danny Byrne is optimistic about his team’s prospects. He stated, “Cup competitions are always exciting; the one-and-done concept certainly adds something a little special. The guys are working hard in training, and we are keen to build on our win in Stockport last weekend.”
The winner of this thrilling matchup will advance to face either the Tees Valley Mohawks or the Teesside Lions in the third round. This potential progression adds another layer of excitement for both players and fans alike, as the Hawks aim to make a deep run in this prestigious competition.
A bumper crowd is expected as the local community comes together to support the Hawks. The Hawks Nest promises to be electric, with fans eager to witness their team in action for the first time this season. To make the experience even sweeter, fans can enjoy a 25% discount on all tickets using the code ‘HAWKS25’ at https://tktp.as/EJPKVB.
Let’s pack the Hawks Nest and show Team Sunderland what home-court advantage truly means!