The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings through Sunday, February 10th and once again the Syracuse Stallions held the #1 position in a very narrow margin over the San Francisco City Cats, both undefeated with 18-0 records. "It is really tough to determine which of the two teams is the strongest," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman . "They don't play one another, it is very subjective. And right behind them are the undefeated defending ABA Champion Jacksonville Giants and the South Florida Gold. The next three weeks should be very telling. Lots of very strong teams." It took 12 games to qualify for the Power Rankings this week.
1. Syracuse Stallions 18-0 2. San Francisco City Cats 18-0 3. South Florida Gold 13-0 4. Jacksonville Giants 13-0 5. Port City Tornados 16-1 6. Wyoming Valley Clutch 15-2 7. St. Louis Spirits 15-2 8. Richmond Elite 11-1 9. Team Trouble 16-3 10. Steel City Yellow Jackets 13-2 11. Binghamton Bulldogs 15-5 12. Chicago Fury 14-4 13. Chicago Knights 12-3 14. DMV Warriors 10-3 15. West Michigan Lake Hawks 10-3 16. Baltimore Hawks 12-5 17. Worcester 78s 10-4 18. San Diego Kings 10-5 19. San Diego Guardians 10-5 20. River Region Generals 10-5 21. Orange County Novastars 10-5 22. Magic City Surge 9-3 23. T-Philadelphia Cannons 8-4 Music City Jazz 8-4 24. T- Tri City Blackhawks 12-5, Akron Aviators 8-5 25. T-Tri City All Stars 7-5 Team Network 7-5
Next week, it will take 13 games to qualify for the Power Rankings. For more information, visit www.abaliveaction.com
The American Basketball Association (ABA) has added other two teams for the upcoming season First one is the Fresno Flaming Sun-Rays, that have been added to the Far West Region of the league and will begin play in November. "We are very pleased to have Mattie Simmons and the Flaming Sun-Rays as part of the ABA. A very interesting person with a terrific background and a love for the game of basketball," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman . "I have no doubt she will be a success and Mattie joins a... [read more]
The American Basketball Association (ABA) has added other two teams for the upcoming season First one is the Fresno Flaming Sun-Rays, that have been added to the Far West Region of the league and will begin play in November. "We are very pleased to have Mattie Simmons and the Flaming Sun-Rays as part of the ABA. A very interesting person with a terrific background and a love for the game of basketball," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman . "I have no doubt she will be a success and Mattie joins a great list of over 25 ABA women team owners." "My goal is to embrace unity aligned with diversity," added Mrs. Simmons, "while bringing community together with the strength of basketball one game at a time." For more information, email fresnofsr@aol.com or call 559 345 5580 or visit www.abaliveaction.com. The second new team is Tampa Bay Fury "I have no doubt that this team will be successful," stated ABA CEO. "Its ownership group includes the current owners of the ABA Sarasota Manatees. Andre Spivey and Joscelyn Spivey have he experience and knowledge to maximize the potential of the great Tampa Bay market." For more information, email drespivey@gmail.com or visit www.abaliveaction.com.
Just after the succesful 2018-19 seaosn ending, the American Basketball Association (ABA) announced that it has added some new teams for the upcoming 2019-2020 season that begins in November. First one is the Buckeye Show based in Columbus, OH "Columbus is a great city," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman , "and having an ABA team there is long overdue. In Terence Coley and Sekia Broomfield, we have owners with great experience on and off the court. We really expect the team to do well. Terence Co... [read more]
Just after the succesful 2018-19 seaosn ending, the American Basketball Association (ABA) announced that it has added some new teams for the upcoming 2019-2020 season that begins in November. First one is the Buckeye Show based in Columbus, OH "Columbus is a great city," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman , "and having an ABA team there is long overdue. In Terence Coley and Sekia Broomfield, we have owners with great experience on and off the court. We really expect the team to do well. Terence Coley is part owner and President of Basketball Operations. Sekia Broomfield is part owner and has been a Columbus business woman and hair stylist for 16 years and has operated several businesses successfully. For jmore information, email info@buckeyeshowbasketball.com, visit www.buckeyeshowbasketball.com or www.abaliveaction.com. Second one is the Philadelphia Raiders "We add quite a few teams every year," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman . "But the growth for next season is remarkable, over 30 new teams and there are quite a few more working. It is truly easier to own and operate an ABA team than any other. Owning an ABA team can be fun and profitable." The Raiders will be owned and operated by the husband and wife team of Leonard Keith Walker and Tamika Walker. For more information, call 207 243 3810 or email raidersabahoops@yahoo.com or visit www.abaliveaction.com. Third new team will be the San Jose Knights "We've had remarkable expansion for the upcoming season with several new teams in the Far West Region," stated Joe Newman . "And we are very excited to add Everson Lacerda (6'11''-C-86, college: St.Thomas, FL) and his team to the list. San Jose is a great city and I have no doubt that this team will be successful on and off the court."Lacerda, originally from Brazil, graduated in business from St.Thomas University. His team won the Sun Belt Conference. He also played for University of Pacific NCAA D1 Stockton CA and his team won the Big West Conference. Followed college, Lacerda played professionally for five years in Brazil NBB and is currently Food & Beverage Manager for Hotel Valencia and owns One Step Closer Basketball at which he provides basketball training and clinics. For more information, email eversonlacerda33@gmail.com or visit www.abaliveaction.com. Another new ABA team will be located in Sebring FL "The Southeast Division is one of the strongest in the ABA," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman . "And the addition of this team definitely makes it stronger. A great location, two great owners." The team will be owned by co-owners Dr. Tamika Sims and Raymond Hucks, Jr. For more information, email spynedoc@gmail.com or raymondhucksjr@gmail.com or visit www.abaliveaction.com.
(story by Matt Potak) Another historic record setting season comes to an end with the Jacksonville Giants once again on top. The Giants won their fourth straight ABA National Championship with a gutsy, 116-112, win over the South Florida Gold. Jacksonville is the only ABA team to win six total championships. Another record is winning four straight ABA championships. It's safe to say that Jacksonville is the American Basketball Association's Title Town USA. Jacksonville will now hang their... [read more]
(story by Matt Potak) Another historic record setting season comes to an end with the Jacksonville Giants once again on top. The Giants won their fourth straight ABA National Championship with a gutsy, 116-112, win over the South Florida Gold. Jacksonville is the only ABA team to win six total championships. Another record is winning four straight ABA championships. It's safe to say that Jacksonville is the American Basketball Association's Title Town USA. Jacksonville will now hang their 6th Championship banner up since 2010. "I'm proud of the team and entire Giants community," said head coach Jerry Williams . Williams has been with the Giants for all of the championship wins, three as head coach and the other three as an assistant coach. Even though the game took place in St. Louis, the Northeast Florida fan base stayed up to date with the contest on social media. Multiple media correspondents and fans continued to praise the Giants before and after the game. The strong support was noted by the team and helped fuel them to another championship win. The entire community stayed informed and positive throughout the ABA Tournament series. Twitter posts and retweets were flowing all Saturday night and into the early morning hours of Sunday. Multiple posts included: "Giants did it again!" "Sixth banner!" "4-Peat!" "Can anyone beat the Giants?" "Dynasty!" Despite the win, Jacksonville actually trailed the Gold early in the game. However, a strong second half propelled the team to another win. Maurice Mickens (6'0''-G-86, college: LeMoyne-Owen) got the momentum going scoring 13 second quarter points. Bernard Nugent (6'0''-PG-91, college: Clayton St.) also contributed scoring a total of 23 points in the game. The top notch shooting paved the way to another thrilling win. Calvin Warner (6'7''-F-80, college: Jacksonville) also added 18 points to round out the scoring leaders. South Florida made a late comeback push, but The Giants were able to use a powerful defense to maintain the lead. Warner and Jerrod Tucker (6'4''-F-86, college: Bellevue) played explosive defense on the inside with Mickens and Nugent containing the outside shooting game. Jermaine Bell (7'0''-C-84, college: Indian Hills CC) and Aaron Bowen (6'6''-F-91, college: Georgetown) helped tremendously in the rebounding department to maintain Giant possessions. Overall it was an absolute team effort and exciting way to finish the season. The team played all year with courage and heart. Another history making season comes to an end with your Jacksonville Giants at the top of the standings for the fourth straight season.
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