Hoersholm 79ers
- Leagues Played
- Denmark Basketligaen 125 Denmark Cup 2
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Wikipedia - Hørsholm 79ers
Hørsholm 79'ers Basketball Klub is a Danish basketball club from Hørsholm founded in 1979, playing both in the male and female Danish championships. The women's team is one of the most successful teams in Danish history, having won 9 national championships between 1996 and 2018, including five titles in a row from 2004 to 2008.
History
On January 27, 2018, Hørsholm won the Danish Women's Basketball Cup after beating SISU BK, 71-64, in the cup finals.
On April 28, 2017, Hørsholm won the women's national championship after defeating Stevnsgade Basketball 68-60 in the fifth and deciding game of the finals series.
In June 2018, Hørsholm announced the men's club would resign to its place in the Basketligaen due to financial problems and would compete in the second tier.
The team competes in the Danish basketball league and has consistently been a top contender for the championship title. The 79ers have a talented roster of players, both local talents and international stars, who bring a high level of competitiveness to every game.
Off the court, the 79ers are actively involved in their community, hosting youth basketball clinics and participating in charitable events. The team's dedication to both excellence on the court and community engagement has made them a beloved and respected organization in Denmark.
Overall, the Hoersholm 79ers are a dynamic and successful basketball team that continues to make a positive impact both on and off the court.