The Rockets early on established themselves as a force within Scottish ice hockey after winning the Northern League in 1972-73 and 1981–82.

Although the team faced tough competition in the British National League, they steadily improved through the late 1960s and early 1970s.

During this period, the Rockets attracted skilled players from both Scotland and abroad, including several notable imports from Canada, which was then the dominant ice hockey nation.

Despite their earlier successes, the Dundee Rockets faced challenges coming into the late 1980s, including financial difficulties and changes in the structure of British ice hockey.

Their fortunes declined steadily throughout the decade, and they were eventually forced to fold in 1987, On 26 June 2024, Dundee Rockets announced their return with their intention to play as part of the 2024-25 Scottish National League.