EXPLOSION ADVANCE TO THE 2nd Round of IBL PLAY-offs - Jul 2, 2009 (by John Gary)
The Snohomish County Explosion did something that has been lacking in franchise history,getting out of the first round of the play-offs,but that was all erased with the return of Richard Ford and his 30 points and the teamwork of the Explosion bench. Jason Hicks off the bench scored 26 points and was unstoppable from three point range in the third quarter. The Explosion scored fourty two points to 17 points for the Titans. Next up for the Explosion will be the no [read more]
The Snohomish County Explosion did something that has been lacking in franchise history,getting out of the first round of the play-offs,but that was all erased with the return of Richard Ford and his 30 points and the teamwork of the Explosion bench. Jason Hicks off the bench scored 26 points and was unstoppable from three point range in the third quarter. The Explosion scored fourty two points to 17 points for the Titans. Next up for the Explosion will be the no.1 seed the EDmonton Energy. courtesy oursportscentral.com
Tacoma Tide advance to the Second Round of the IBL Playoffs - Jul 1, 2009 (by Eurobasket News)
The Tacoma Tide played a game last night and then again tonight to open the IBL Playoffs in Monroe Washington. Justin Murray (6'6''-F/G-80, college: Washington St.) has been on fire these last few weeks and had a double-double to lead Tacoma, 25 points 10 rebounds, to a playoff win. Dean Browne (6'9''-C-80, college: Nevada) was a highlight for the Hot Shots and also had a double-double in the loss [read more]
The Tacoma Tide played a game last night and then again tonight to open the IBL Playoffs in Monroe Washington. Justin Murray (6'6''-F/G-80, college: Washington St.) has been on fire these last few weeks and had a double-double to lead Tacoma, 25 points 10 rebounds, to a playoff win. Dean Browne (6'9''-C-80, college: Nevada) was a highlight for the Hot Shots and also had a double-double in the loss. Tacoma will look to play the number two seed Bellingham Slam tomorrow at high noon in the second round of the playoffs.
Current Game Times
Snohomish County Explosion vs Vancover BC Titans July 1, 2009 7:00PM
Tacoma Tide vs Bellingham Slam July 2, 2009 12:00PM - Noon Tip
Seattle Mountaineers vs Los Angeles Lightning July 2, 2009 2:30PM
Oregon Waves vs Vancouver Volcanoes July 2, 2009 5:00PM
Edmonton Energy vs (July 1, 2009 7:0pm winner) July 2, 2009 7:15PM
There are still ticket available for the Slam and Tide matchup that can by purchased online. Tickets start at just $10.00 http://store.fastcommerce.com/explosion/cat-ff80818121a02cbb0121a79bb84d11ff.html or via the phone at 425-339-BALL.
Courtesy of The Tacoma Tide
Blast to leave IBL - Jun 30, 2009 (by Eurobasket News)
The Holland Blast are leaving the International Basketball League after three seasons.
Theyre determined to continue playing in Holland, though.
Were forming our own league, said Ken Steensma, CEO for the Holland Blast. We are currently in discussion with many Midwest community leaders.
Were in the process of putting together the finishing touches. The announcement will come in The Sentinel very soon. I would say within two weeks [read more]
The Holland Blast are leaving the International Basketball League after three seasons.
Theyre determined to continue playing in Holland, though.
Were forming our own league, said Ken Steensma, CEO for the Holland Blast. We are currently in discussion with many Midwest community leaders.
Were in the process of putting together the finishing touches. The announcement will come in The Sentinel very soon. I would say within two weeks.
Steensma added Tuesday that he will serve as commissioner for the yet-unnamed league.
The opportunity to expand the Blasts vision to other Midwest communities was something we thought would not only benefit the Blast but other communities as well, Steensma said.
(The new league is) for youth to succeed through their interest in basketball and to better serve the youth. We want this league to interact with fans, teams and their communities mentoring youth year around.
Its about character, capabilities and competitive spirit. We want people talking about us not only during the regular season but the whole year around.
The Blast concluded their final IBL season Monday with a 145-95 loss at the Oregon Waves.
Holland finished with a 15-4 record, the best mark in franchise history. The Blast also lost 140-100 at the Vancouver Volcanoes Sunday.
We had a great year, Steensma said. What we accomplished this year is something we hope to build on next year in our new league.
The Blast moved to non-profit status prior to the season. They have played their home games at Holland Civic Center.
The Blast are the second West Michigan team to leave the IBL this week.
The American Basketball Association announced Tuesday that the Grand Rapids Flight have been added as an expansion franchise for its league. The ABA, once known as a rival to the NBA and for playing with red, white and blue basketballs, was relaunched in 1999 after a 23-year hiatus.
Not only is the Grand Rapids Flight a great fit into our North Central Division, but this is a team with a history and extraordinary ownership and leadership, ABA CEO Joe Newman said. We are very pleased to have them in the league and I believe their fan base will enjoy the excitement of ABA basketball and its unique rules at very affordable prices.
Courtesy of www.hollandsentinel.com
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