Science City Jena: First seasonal win following derby victory
Science City Jena has followed up its first win of the season in the Basketball-Bundesliga with a significant success in the East derby against Niners Chemnitz.
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Science City Jena defeats Chemnitz 82:76
Science City Jena secured an important home victory against NINERS Chemnitz in the easyCredit Basketball Bundesliga on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Science City Jena defeats Chemnitz in Eastern duel
Jena, October 04, 2026 – The basketball players of Science City Jena have successfully completed their second Eastern derby of the season in the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL). Following their previous defeat in the Saale derby against MBC, the Thuringian team secured an 82:76 (40:38) victory against Niners Chemnitz in front of a home crowd on Sunday.
Saale Derby in the BBL: MBC vs. Science City Jena live
Jena, September 25, 2026 – The second matchday of the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) features the traditional Saale Derby. The Mitteldeutscher Basketball Club (MBC) hosts Science City Jena for the duel in Weißenfels.
Science City Jena: Steven Esterkamp named new Head Coach
Basketball Bundesliga club Science City Jena has appointed a new head coach. Just one week after the unexpected departure of Mike Taylor, the Thuringian club announced the signing of Steven Esterkamp, who has signed a contract until 2029.
Science City Jena signs Erick Neal
Jena, August 08, 2026. Basketball Bundesliga club Science City Jena is strengthening its squad for the new top-flight season with American player Erick Neal.
Jena: Science City signs swingman Terrence Edwards Jr.
Jena, July 14, 2026 – Science City Jena is strengthening its roster for the upcoming Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) season with American swingman Terrence Edwards Jr.
Coaching Change at Science City Jena: Björn Esterkamp Succeeds Steven Taylor
Björn Esterkamp takes over as head coach of Science City Jena effective immediately, succeeding Steven Taylor as the basketball club sets a new course for the upcoming season.
Coaching Change at Science City Jena: Steven Esterkamp Takes Command
Steven Esterkamp has been appointed as the new head coach of Science City Jena with immediate effect, succeeding Björn Harmsen and interim coach Taylor to lead the team in the ProA.
Coaching Change in Basketball: Steven Esterkamp Takes Over Science City Jena
Jena, 09.06.2026 – A major development in Thuringian basketball: Steven Esterkamp becomes the new head coach of Science City Jena. After successful years with the Eisbären Bremerhaven, the experienced American is moving to the Saale to realize the ambitious goals of the traditional Thuringian club.