GCD Swords Thunder

Leagues Played
Ireland Premier League 19
Links
Wikipedia

Results

Ireland Premier League 12/22 18:00 - GCD Swords Thunder v Templeogue BC L 76-105
Ireland Premier League 10/29 15:00 - SSE Airtricity Moycullen v GCD Swords Thunder W 78-83
Ireland Premier League 03/10 16:56 - GCD Swords Thunder v Templeogue BC L 76-86
Ireland Premier League 03/07 20:00 - UCD Marian v GCD Swords Thunder L 75-69
Ireland Premier League 02/03 17:00 - GCD Swords Thunder v Maree W 89-65
Ireland Premier League 01/25 20:30 - Eanna BC v GCD Swords Thunder W 62-79
Ireland Premier League 01/21 15:00 - Kubs BC v GCD Swords Thunder W 66-86
Ireland Premier League 12/16 18:00 - GCD Swords Thunder v UCC Demons L 77-90
Ireland Premier League 11/18 17:00 - GCD Swords Thunder v UCD Marian W 93-86
Ireland Premier League 11/11 18:00 - GCD Swords Thunder v Tralee Warriors W 88-59
Ireland Premier League 10/30 15:00 - GCD Swords Thunder v DCU Saints L 65-69
Ireland Premier League 10/01 14:00 - UCC Demons v GCD Swords Thunder L 96-95

Wikipedia - Swords Thunder

Swords Thunder was an Irish basketball team based in Dublin. The team competed in the Super League and played its home games at the ALSAA Sports Complex.

History

Dublin Thunder

In 2010, Dublin Thunder Basketball Club was founded. The following year, founder member Dave Baker became the inaugural coach of club's senior men's representative team. Aligned with Dublin Business School, Baker applied for national league status, but rulings required them to have played at least one year at local level before playing in the national league. With the Dublin league being full, Dublin Thunder entered the European Friendly Basketball League (EFBL). Between July 2011 and January 2012, they went unbeaten in the EFBL. They also boasted a friendly record of 27–1, having played 28 games against four American colleges, a pro team from the Philippines and five SuperLeague teams. On 27 January 2012, Dublin Thunder won the Basketball Ireland Senior Men's National Cup with an 87–45 win over UCD Marian in the final.

For the 2012–13 season, Thunder entered the National League Division 1.

Swords Thunder

For the 2013–14 season, the team was renamed Swords Thunder after Dublin Thunder Basketball Club linked with Swords Basketball Club. They went on to finish runners-up in the National League Division 1 while securing the Three Nations Cup title in Lecce, Italy.

For the 2014–15 season, Swords Thunder entered the Premier League and finished as regular season runners-up.

In the 2015–16 season, Thunder made their maiden final appearance in the Hula Hoops Men's National Cup, where they lost 78–75 to Templeogue.

In the 2016–17 season, Thunder won the Hula Hoops Men's National Cup with a 72–51 victory over Killester in the final. They also finished as regular season runners-up for the second time in three years.

In February 2019, Swords Thunder disbanded and withdrew from the Super League midway through the 2018–19 season. The team began the season relatively well and were in third spot in November, but after founder and coach Dave Baker began suffering with health problems, the team started to fall apart and its relationship with main sponsor Griffith College began to weaken.

GCD Swords Thunder is a professional basketball team based in Swords, Ireland. The team competes in the Irish Super League, the highest level of basketball in Ireland. Known for their fast-paced and aggressive style of play, GCD Swords Thunder has quickly become a powerhouse in the Irish basketball scene.

The team is made up of a talented roster of players from Ireland and around the world, each bringing their own unique skills and strengths to the court. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and dedication, GCD Swords Thunder has built a reputation for their tenacity and competitive spirit.

Fans of GCD Swords Thunder can expect thrilling games filled with high-flying dunks, sharp shooting, and intense defense. Whether playing at home in Swords or on the road, the team always puts on a show for their loyal supporters.

Off the court, GCD Swords Thunder is actively involved in the local community, hosting basketball clinics and events to promote the sport and inspire the next generation of players. With a bright future ahead, GCD Swords Thunder continues to make waves in the Irish basketball world and beyond.