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 | Las Vegas Pride Hires GM | |
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The Las Vegas Pride, the newest team in the Womens Blue Chip Basketball League, announced on Friday that Jovan Thomas will serve as their first General Manager.
Thomas, who has been involved with minor league basketball for several years, will oversee all day-to-day operations of the franchise, including the scouting, recruiting and signing of players.
Contributing to Jovan's expertise is the experience he has gained during his present twelve-year service in the United States Air Force. As an NCO leading troops to make award-winning progress, as well as early promotions, he is devoted to helping them achieve greatness in their careers, and that devotion continues through his work with the SMWW Agency. Jovan is dedicated to living and leading by the Air Force motto: Integrity first, service before self, excellence in all we do.
Jovan received his associate degree from Air University, and is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Sports Management from the U.S. Sports Academy. He is currently certified through SMWW in the Athlete Management and General Management/Scouting fields. He embraces ongoing training, helping to keep himself on the cutting edge of his field. Jovan is proving to be a rising star within the industry. It's a career that he's passionate about, striving to help put talent where talent belongs, assisting in the realization of his clients' fullest potential.
One of our core objectives is to provide an outlet for local players who have completed their eligibility at the college level, and are looking for an opportunity to continue playing professionally, said Thomas in a release.
The Pride will kick off their inaugural campaign in May. No roster announcements have yet been made by the team, but team owner, Dan Savage is confident that his new GM will be able to start building a solid foundation immediately.
Jovan has a rare combination of passion for the game and deep basketball knowledge coupled with integrity and organizational skills, said Savage in a prepared statement. The Pride is fortunate to have him involved.
For more information on Las Vegas Pride upcoming events, please visit www.pridebasketball.com |
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| Columbus signs a true Hidden Gem! | |
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| | | 12/18/08
Columbus, OH
Jeannie Saunders (5'8 - G - Salem International University) is one of the most productive and well-rounded players I have ever come across in all my years of basketball. She simply does whatever it takes to win. Jeannie has virtually no weaknesses in her game. She is a true Hidden Gem in every sense of the word. Jeannie Saunders has WNBA talent and I do not throw those words around much at all. I fully expect her to be an instant impact player and leader for this team, as well as one of the best players in the entire WBCBL league.'
- Coach Jones |
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| The New Buzz of Liberty County | |
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12/15/08
Hinesville, GA
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Hinesville has become the home of Georgia's newest Semi-Pro Women's Basketball Team, the C-Port Lady Hornets. The Lady Hornets are members of the Women's Blue Chip Basketball League (WBCBL) and will begin regular season play in May of 2009.
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We are dedicated to inspiring females to never give up on their dreams. Our team is composed of female athletes ages 20 and over from various backgrounds, cultures, and regions. We have ladies who are single parents, career professionals, recent college graduates, professional basketball players and everyday working women, whose love of basketball have brought them together.
'Because we are a new team and the cost of operating our team can be very expensive, we are eagerly seeking the support of our community. We will be participating in youth basketball camps and other community related events in order to show our commitment to our community.'
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- Kara Reddick (owner/player) |
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| Columbus Hidden Gems Sign First Player | |
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| | | Columbus Hidden Gems Sign First Player
11/21/08
Columbus, OH
Tyanda Hammock, (5'10 - Guard/Forward - Wright State University) is a versatile player we truly believe has slipped through the cracks of professional basketball abroad. Columbus Hidden Gems feels she should be an amazing asset to our organization and a great place to begin our search for a very competitive roster. She has played positions 1-3 (and even a little bit of 4) at the mid major D1 level and should do so for us as well. Tryout and other information should be coming soon.
- Coach Jones |
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| Open enrollment for 2009 | |
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| | | Open enrollment for New Teams
11/18/08
Dallas, TX
Although the special offer has expired, teams can still join the WBCBL for the 2009 season.
The Women's Blue Chip Basketball League has expanded accross North America to offer a variety of opportunities for Players, Coaches, and Fans.
Please visit www.WBCBL.com to find a team near you!
Open enrollment ends January 31st.
For more information or to request an application for your team, please send a email request to: INFO@WBCBL.com |
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| SPECIAL OFFER EXTENDED UNTIL NOVEMBER 15th | |
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| | | The Women's Blue Chip Basketball League is now accepting 'New Team' applications for 2009 season.
The WBCBL is growing at a steady pace across the United States. New teams are beginning to sprout every month as news about the league's opportunities spreads across the nation.
Promotion ends November 15, 2008
To request an application for your team, please send email request to: INFO@WBCBL.com or wbcbl@yahoo.com |
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| Open Tryouts Scheduled in Kansas City | |
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| | | The Kansas City Queenz Basketball Club will host open tryouts on November 8th. The Queenz are based in Kansas City, Missouri and will begin play May of 2009 . Opportunity to join the newest team in the WBCBL from the Mid-West, will take place in November. (Details below)
Tryout will be held at:
CENTER HIGH SCHOOL
8715 HOLMES RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64131
DATE: NOVEMBER 8TH, 2008
TIME: 9:30am - 1:00pm
FEE: $50
CONTACT INFORMATION: TELEPHONE: 816-478-7735 or E-MAIL: JOVONNI24@YAHOO.COM |
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| Open Tryouts Scheduled in Kansas City | |
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| | | The Kansas City Queenz Basketball Club will host open tryouts on November 8th. The Queenz are based in Kansas City, Missouri and will begin play May of 2009 . Opportunity to join the newest team in the WBCBL from the Mid-West, will take place in November. (Details below)
Tryout will be held at:
CENTER HIGH SCHOOL
8715 HOLMES RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64131
DATE: NOVEMBER 8TH, 2008
TIME: 9:30am - 1:00pm
FEE: $50
CONTACT INFORMATION: TELEPHONE: 816-478-7735 or E-MAIL: JOVONNI24@YAHOO.COM |
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| ABA Team Acquires Texas Fire | |
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| | | ABA Team Acquires Texas Fire
10/4/08
Houston, TX
The Houston Takers owner Larry Leonard II is now the owner of the Houston franchise if the Womens Blue Chip Basketball League. The decision was made over the weekend when Leonard learned that the team was left vacant last season.' When I started in this basketball world, I wasn't at all schooled in basketball business, but thats not the case now. I understand now what it takes and can't wait to get started this upcoming season in May,' Larry Leonard stated.
Larry Leonard II owns the Houston Takers a part of the American Basketball Association and is truly looking forward for an exciting season and an amazing chance to bring home the title. 'Im always looking for chances to invest and make money and right the real estate is looking crazy, so why not invest in basketball. The city of Houston has been through a lot these last few days and bringing another fine sport and league to this area is going to be fun. I think the city will have no problem supporting us as we give our fans fast and affordable womens basketball,' Leonard said.
For more information, please call us at 877-407-1199 or email us at houstontakers@yahoo.com.
Larry Leonard, II
Owner, ABA Houston Takers
Email houstontakers@yahoo.com |
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| Busy Off-Season for the WBCBL Staff | |
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| | | The WBCBL has received an overwhelming response from across the country, by a variety basketball clubs and professional team owners, requesting WBCBL teams. Since the beginning of the league, players have traveled from coast to coast and overseas to play.
Current expansion plans will create more opportunity for women to play in or closer to their home states. There are a few key markets that we are still trying to cover, but as of September 21st, the following cities are now being considered to start new WBCBL teams:
Buffalo, NY
Cleveland, OH
Detroit, MI
Kansas City, MO
Kansas City, KS
Las Angeles, CA
Phoenix, AZ
Sacramento, CA
San Diego, CA
Tucson, AZ
Washington, DC
For more information about the Women's Blue Chip Basketball League (WBCBL), please contact the league office by email at: info@wbcbl.com |
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