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The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Uptown Ballers located in Philadelphia PA have been added to the league’s 2024-2025 expansion. “We are very excited to have the father and son team of Ron Tilghman and Terrell Tilghman as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Together they should be able…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the DC Senate has been added to the record-setting list of expansion teams ready to begin play in the 2025-2026 season. “We are very excited to add Tracy Pulliam and his team to the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Tracy has played and coached for the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Gabriel Blinder has been named Vice President of Television & Streaming. “The ABA, with its 120+ active teams, provide the most exciting, fastest-paced, high scoring basketball in the world,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “With our combination of NBA, NCAA and our own unique rules, there is…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Central Valley Tigers located in Elk Grove CA has been added to its growing roster of teams set to begin play next season. “We are very pleased to have Erik Weiss as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Eric became interested in the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has launched a Global Black History Museum. “This is something that is long overdue,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Museums traditionally honor those people who have achieved fame and fortune in sports, entertainment, politics and other high profile vocations. But we believe that people from all…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced ABAGENCY, a players management group, designed to help young professional basketball players prepare for international teams by providing a host of much needed services that will enhance their experience and help them maximize the potential. “The ABA is one of the largest sources of professional players recruited for…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it will form a new player development league next summer. “The ABA has grown as no other professional sports league in history,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “We are already over 170 teams including those playing this season and those starting in 2025. This provides around 2000…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Vermont Coyotes will begin play in 2025 as they bring ABA basketball back to Barre, VT, the former home of the Vermont Frost Heaves, where team owner Anthony Marques was a staff member under head coach Jeff Strohm. “We are very excited to be back in…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Rochester Royal Ballers are set to begin play in November. The team was founded this year by George Graham, an alumni of Aquinas Institute of Rochester, and under George’s guidance, the Royal Ballers are committed to building a legacy of excellence in Rochester, both in athletics…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the Raleigh 919 Legends to its expansion teams for the 2025-2026 season. “We are very pleased to have Joseph Garris as an ABA owner and to be back in Raleigh,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “He has quite a background and should be a…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced a new Professional Basketball Players Directory (PBPD). “As the largest professional basketball league in the US and probably the world, we receive hundreds of inquiries each year from players interested in playing professionally in the US and abroad,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “And we also receive hundreds…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the ABA Bulldogs GA, a team composed primarily of deaf basketball players, to its roster of expansion teams starting in 2025. “This is a very exciting addition for us,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “The team is an initiative led by Dwight Brewington, a…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Erie Elite in Erie, PA are ready to begin play in November. “We are very pleased to have Cy Cy Lucas as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Cy Cy is driven by a passion for the game and has a commitment for…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Kern County Mambas, under the ownership of Tim Carabajal and Victor Frison, are set to begin when the league resumes play in November. “We’re really happy to have Tim and Victor as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Both have excellent experience as…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the DC Crank has been added to its record-setting expansion and will begin play in November. “We are very pleased to have Kenneth “KC” Gorham as part of the ABA,”‘ stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “KC is a legendary figure whose influence stretches across Washington DC, Maryland…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Mississippi Delta Lucky Ducks have been added to the record-setting expansion of the league. “We’re very excited to have Kendrick Bradford as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “He has quite a background in industry and sports and should do a great job….

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Antelope Valley Bulls located in Lancaster CA are set to begin play in November. “We are very excited to have Sonel Shropshire as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Sonel has been a student of the game for nearly 40 years, including his…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Goldsboro Wings have been added to its record-setting expansion and will begin play in November. “We are very pleased to have Jason Lampa as team owner and head coach,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Jason played college basketball at Northwood University as well as 5 years…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the Jackson Boom located in Jackson TN to its record-setting expansion for the upcoming season. “Under the astute leadership of team President Cesar Quispe, the Boom has become synonymous with excellence on and off the court,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Hailing from the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today named Dr. Clyde Rivers as Special Director of Civility. “We are very honored to have Dr. Rivers as part of the ABA executive team,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Dr. Rivers is the lead voice for Civility around the Globe and was the first global leader to carry the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Southfield Tigers located in Detroit MI are a late entry into the league for the upcoming season. “We are pleased to have Kendall English, a visionary entrepreneur, as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Formerly known as the Michigan Road Runners,” his team…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Indiana Kings located in Columbus IN will begin play in November as part of the league’s record-setting expansion. “We are very happy to return to Columbus,” stated ABA CEO. “We had an excellent fan base there several years ago (before Covid) and know that the city…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the league will return to Charlotte NC in November with the addition of the Charlotte Flight in its record-setting expansion. “We are really pleased to have LaMar Rice as a team owner; he has an interesting background with great experience and should be a wonderful asset to…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Midwest Monstarz located in Chicago have been added to its historic expansion and will begin play in November. “The interest in the ABA is almost overwhelming,” stated ABA CEO. “The growth in the league is phenomenal well beyond anything ever envisioned or achieved by a professional…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Erie Elite will begin play when the league resumes in November. “This is going to be one special team,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “This definitely will be the combination of music and sports that we have been striving for with Clarice “Cy-Cy Couture” Lucas as…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Dover Dawgs located in Dover, DE have been added to the growing number of expansion teams that will begin play in November. “At last, we have a team in Delaware, long overdue,” stated ABA CEO. “And we have a terrific young own who should do very…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has retained GoldPeak Strategies, a Florida-based marketing company, to handle local sponsorship sales for its teams. “This is something that is long overdue,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Our teams have so much to offer local companies that will help build their business and increase their…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Windy City Inferno has been added to the record-setting number of expansion teams that will begin when the league resumes play in November. “This is the first of several new teams we’ll be announcing in the next week to ten days as we close out expansion…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Milwaukee Black Mambas have been added to the record-setting expansion for the upcoming season that starts in November. “We are very excited to have Dr. Veronica Gaffney and her team in the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “I’ve known Dr. Gaffney for several years; she…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Gary Black Panthers have been added to the roster of teams that will begin play in November. “This should be very interesting indeed,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Dr. Veronica Gaffney and her husband Jason will own two ABA teams, the Gary Black Panthers and the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the South Central Guardians located in Los Angeles has been added to the record-setting number of expansion teams set to begin play when the league resumes in November. “Get ready to witness history in the making as Mars King and the South Central Guardians revolutionize the game,”…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Polk County Royals located in Lakeland FL is the latest team to be added to the record-setting expansion of the league for the upcoming season. “This is a particularly interesting team as it is owned by Amy Rhodes, who at age 21 became the owner of…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) crowned the Chicago Fury as its 2023-2024 champion following an exciting double overtime thriller in Mobile, AL on Saturday night. The final score was 117-116. All three games in the Final Four, the semi-finals and finals ended in one point victories and provided the most exciting championship tournament in the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Naperville Wiseguys have been added to the league’s roster of teams for the upcoming season. “We are very pleased to have Keith Johnson as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “A former NBA player with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Atlanta Hawks and Miami Heat,…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the New York Lights located in Poughkeepsie, NY is the latest team to join the league and will begin play in November. “We are very pleased to have Christopher Kidd and the Lights as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO. “Chris has had considerable experience as…

It saddens me to announce the passing of Ross Kurland, one of the mainstays of the ABA for nearly 15 years. Ross has been battling cancer and other serious ailments for several years including long stays in the hospital. He fell, hit his head, suffered two strokes and the doctors could not save him. Not…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Kissimmee Lambs will begin playing starting in November. “This is a very special team,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “They are committed to supporting local talent in Central Florida and giving them the opportunity at a professional level and so much more. The Lambs are a…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the River Region Generals, located in Montgomery AL will be returning to the league starting in November. “We are very pleased to have Syreeta Bailey back,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “She is a very special person and her team will be a great addition to the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Florida Tropics based in Broward County FL is the league’s newest expansion team and is ready to begin play with the 2024-2025 season starts again in November. “We are very pleased to have team owner Roy C. Smiley II in the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Music City Jazz has moved to Dothan, AL and will begin play when the 2024-2025 season begins in November. “It is great to have Angela Culliver and her team back after a year’s hiatus,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Angela is an excellent owner and will…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Suffolk County Stingrays have been added to the record-setting number of expansion teams and will begin play in November. "We are very excited to have Eric Boyd and Bernard Williams and their Sunrise Sports and Entertainment LLC as part of the ABA," stated ABA CEO Joe...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Connecticut Flyeerz have been added to the league’s record-setting number of expansion teams for the upcoming season. “If a love of basketball is one of the criteria for owning a professional basketball team, then Michael Otero certainly fits the bill,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Michael…

Official Celebrity Boxing (OCB) and the American Basketball Association (ABA) are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership that will set the stage for an extraordinary sports experience – the ABA Streetball Tournament powered by Official Celebrity Boxing. Launching this spring, the ABA Streetball Tournament is a one-of-a-kind tournament designed to welcome basketball players from around…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the league will be heading to Omaha NE with the addition of the 402 Elite which will begin play in November. “We are very excited to have Jamen Kinman and the 402 Elite as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Getting a team in…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Baton Rouge Crusaders will be ready to begin play starting in November. The team will be owned by Dr. Pope who also owns the Shreveport Knights and the New Orleans Rush. “When we brought back the ABA, one of our goals was to make ABA team…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it will be launch two new summer leagues under the banner of ABA Elite Summer League. “This is unlike anything we’ve ever attempted,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “First, we wanted to have some organized summer basketball following the regular ABA season and we also wanted to…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Granite City Devil Dogs located in NE Georgia have been added to the record-setting number of teams preparing to begin play in November. “We are very pleased to have John and Katherine (Kate) Curlee as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “They both…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the Henderson Silverbacks to the growing list of teams that will be competing in the 2024-2025 season. “We have a great new owner with terrific experience on and off the court,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “The Las Vegas market is very competitive and…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Saratoga Racers located in upstate NY have been added to the already record-setting expansion for the 2024-2025 season. “The interest in the ABA is truly remarkable much of which is the result of Operation Upgrade which is making the ABA experience better than ever,” stated ABA…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Winnermucca Golddiggers have been added to the growing list of expansion teams for the 2024-2025 season. “Winnermucca is a fast growing city in Northeast Nevada,” stated ABA CEO. “We are trying to grow the division that includes Nevada, Idaho, and Utah and this will be a…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it is introducing a new online team merchandise store in partnership with Squad Locker. “This is long overdue,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “With well over 100 teams in the ABA, after 23 years, we have a one-stop shop for a wide variety of high quality team…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Guy Levy Legends located in San Diego CA has been added to its record-setting roster of teams that will open the season on Saturday, November 4th. “We are very pleased and proud to have former NBA player and San Diego native Dominic McGuire as an owner,”…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has formed a strategic partnership with Pigeon-Tech, a pioneering force in sports technology to help deploy its avant-garde sports platform, Vhizle. This collaboration aims to elevate the paradigms of sports fan engagement and communications. Pigeon-Tech, an innovative venture co-founded by SRISYS, Inc and its principal owners,…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the league will return to Richmond, VA with the addition of the Richmond Ram Chargers starting in November 2024. “We are very pleased to be back in Richmond after a 3-year absence,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “And in Hassan Fountain, we have an owner with great…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the NKY Stones located in Covington, KY has been added to its roster of teams set to begin play in the 2024-2025 season. “I’m really excited about this team,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Joe Perez, the owner, has a tremendous background, great experience and fully understands…

The American Basketball Association (ABA), along with the ABAGALE TV Network today announced the launch of the Veterans Initiative Program, a transformative endeavor aimed at making a significant impact on the lives of military veterans across the nation. Led by VIP CEO Dedrick Ensley, a military veteran with over two decades of experience at the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Rochester Kingz are set to begin play when the league begins in early November. “We’re looking forward to having this team in the league,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “The team owner has an excellent background in business and basketball and should do well on and…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Western Oklahoma Bulls have joined the league and will begin play in November. “In what has been record-setting expansion for the upcoming season,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman, “Jonathan Reed brings another very experienced organization to the league. He’ll be a fabulous addition to his region…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Nashville Aces will begin play in November. “I really think this will be a very competitive team on and off the court,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Co-owners Allen Roger, Jr. and Duncan McClure have tremendous experience in sports and entertainment and have put together a…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the San Jose Panthers have returned to the league after a brief hiatus. “We are very pleased to have Leilani Llantero and here team back,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “She has a tremendous amount of experience and adds a lot to the terrific Pac North Division….

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Westchester Stars are set to begin play in November as part of the largest expansion in the league’s history. “Having a team in Westchester NY is long overdue,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “And in Steven Davis, we have the right person to do it. Westchester…

Passage Sports, a cutting-edge payments and customer engagement engine, and the American Basketball Association (ABA), America's largest and most diversified professional sports league, announced today a new partnership which names Passage as the Official Ticketing Provider of the ABA. "We're thrilled to be partnering with the ABA," said Alex Linebrink, CEO of Passage Sports. "The...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the establishment of ABA Africa (ABAA), a new league that marks a significant expansion of the ABA’s brand and global reach. This exciting initiative follows the successful development of ABA leagues in Australia, Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean as well as Liberia. ABA Africa will be headquartered in…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it will be launching a new initiative following the upcoming season - ABA 40+ - a nationwide effort to recognize the skills of players over 40. "There is some excellent basketball being played in gyms across the country by men and women over 40 years old," stated...

The ABA teams up with Talent Show Worldwide for Unique entertainment opportunities

The American Basketball Association today announced that Dereck Baker has been named VP of Referee Recruitment for the league. "The ABA has expanded dramatically over the past two years," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. "This year, we will have well over 1000 games and really need many more referees to handle all of the assignments.  We...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Hoosier State Instigators have been added to the record-setting roster of teams that will begin play in November. "This is a very unique organization," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. "It is owned by Apex Athletic Collective, a company founded by James Stevanus, Rob Tincher, Dylan Liebert...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Charlotte Flight will begin play in the league starting in 2024. "We are very excited to be back in Charlotte," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. "It is a great basketball city and we are very fortunate to have an experienced and capable owner to help maximize...

Greensboro welcomes the ABA’s latest expansion team, the Carolina Kings

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Stone Mountain Strong Steppers have been added to the record-setting number of expansion teams that will begin playing when the league resumes in November. “We are very pleased to have Darrell Cole as a new owner in our powerful Southeast Region,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman….

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has retained Iconic Social Media as its first ever PR/Marketing firm to help both the ABA and ABAGALE Unlimited (www.abagaleunlimited.com) increase their exposure worldwide. Iconic Social Media will also be working to maximize the exposure. "After 23 years, this is quite a breakthrough for the ABA...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Tri-City Warriors located in the Dallas TX metro area have joined the league and will begin play in November. “We are very excited to have Coach Barbara Davis as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “She has a world of experience in professional…

Welcome the Edgewood 96ers to the ABA’s record expansion

The American Basketball Association (ABA) and ABAGALE TV Network today announced that they have partnered with RxSpark, a technology company focused on revolutionizing the online health space, to offer a branded version of the RxSpark pharmacy discounts platform. Please check out www.abagalerx.com. Positioned as a vital disruptor in the health and pharmacy space, RxSpark addresses…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Texas Outlaws have been added to the record-setting expansion and will begin play in November. “This team is co-owned by five very experienced young men,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “They bring a world of basketball and business experience with them and should be an outstanding…

The Thunder bring ABA basketball to Coney Island!

ABA Basketball returns to Michigan!

The ABA is back in Shreveport, Louisiana!

The ABA welcomes another franchise in Ohio’s Capital…

The ABA continues expansion by welcoming Columbia, MO to the 23-24 season!

For the first time in ABA history, 2 champions were crowned after unusual circumstances this year in St. Louis…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Montreal-native Lorenzo Tartamella has been named Director of ABAGALE Local News Channels and ABAGALE Canada. “We are very pleased to have Lorenzo as part of the ABAGALE management team,” stated Arnie Goldberg, ABAGALE Director of Channel Development. “Lorenzo brings with him many years of success in a…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Port Huron Cougars have been added to the record-setting expansion and will begin play in November. “We are very pleased to have Dr. Greg Cotton as an ABA owner,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. ” He has an incredible background and will be involved in the…

Congrats to each of the teams in the 2023 ABA Final 8 Tournament. These are the Final Rankings and Tournament Seeding. First Round matchups will follow the traditional tournament format: 1 Wyoming Valley Clutch vs #8 Texas Seraphim2 Team Trouble vs #7 Burning River Buckets3 Chula Vista Suns vs #6 Providence Pirates4 Atlanta Aliens vs…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Lone Star Crusaders located in Round Hill TX will return to the league starting in November. “It will be great to have Hillard Thomas back. He did a terrific job as Co-Owner, Head Coach and COO of the Texas Sky Riders 8 years ago and I…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Berkshire Mountaineers in Western Mass have been added to the ABA's Northeast Division and will begin play in November. "We are very pleased to have Ellis Green 4th as part of the ABA," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman, ABA CEO. "This is a great fit for...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Daytona Beach Red Devils have been added to the record-setting league expansion for the upcoming season which starts in November. “We are very pleased to have Coach Keith McClenny and his Red Devils as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Keith is very…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it will be returning to Fayetteville NC with the new Fayetteville Cherubim that will begin play in November. “Fayetteville is a great city and we are pleased to be back with an exciting new team,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “And with several new North Carolina teams…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Savannah Storm has returned to the league after a 10+ year hiatus. “It will be great to have Anthony Bryan and his team back,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “They did very well in their first season before going to another league. With the original ownership…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Arizona Saints has been added to its Pacific South Division and will begin play in November. “This summer we are planning to announce a major re-alignment of teams as the league is growing so rapidly,” stated ABA CEO. “The addition of the Arizona Saints is perfect…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Raleigh Rockets have been added to its Mid-Atlantic Division as part of the league’s record-setting expansion for next season. “We are really excited to have Louis Baker V and his team as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “The wealth of great talent…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Worcester Majors will be returning to the league starting in November under new ownership after a one-year hiatus. “We are very pleased to have the Majors back; they were a great team then and I know they will be great again under the leadership of Papee…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the addition of the Reidsville Reapers to its record-setting roster of expansion teams for the upcoming season. "This is a wonderful addition to our Mid-Atlantic Division," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. "We're planning some realignment of divisions and the Reapers are the perfect fit for the new look...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Mississippi Silverbacks are the latest addition of the league's record-setting expansion. "This has been an amazing year," stated ABA CEO. "Since the implementation of Operation Upgrade and the addition of the ABAGALE TV Network (www.abagaleunlimited.com) and the ability to bring ABA basketball to millions of homes...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Maine Bulldogs have been added to the record-setting expansion for the upcoming season. "The Northeast Division is one of the strongest divisions in the entire league," stated ABA CEO. "And I know that the Maine Bulldogs will add a lot to the division on and off...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Colorado Rise located in the Denver metro area will join the league starting in November. "We've very excited to be back in the Denver area," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. "And we have a terrific new owner with great sports and business experience in Chad Weinand....

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Philly Thunder has been added to its record-setting expansion for the next season starting in November. "We are very excited about this team and its ownership," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. "Barry J.T. Devine has a world of experience and knows what it takes to be...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Home Education Channels have been added to ABAGALE TV, the league's streaming network, and will launch in early 2023. The content will showcase families and communities, agendas that are working and student program highlights. Through the Home Education Network Channels, we will highlight and display content...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the well-known Sideline Sports Network has joined the ABAGALE TV Network and will have its own channel as well as supplying unique content for the ABA team channels all of which will be streamed on Roku and reach over 70 million homes and devices. "Content is such...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Mark Jeffers has been named Senior Vice President of ABAGALE Sports & Broadcast, a new division of the ABA's streaming TV network. "We are extremely fortunate to have a person with such a wide and diversified background in sports, media, marketing and entertainment," stated ABA CEO Joe...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Promote P.E.A.C.E Divine 9 Channel has been added to ABAGALE TV, the league’s streaming network and will launch in early 2023. The Divine 9 is a group of nine historically black Greek fraternities and sororities (Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc; Kappa...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Alabama Smoke has been added to the growing roster of teams set to begin play in November 2023. "This is another example of a former ABA player moving into ownership," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  "It is always exciting when one of own players continues his...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the New Jersey Soldiers have been added to the league's record-setting expansion for the upcoming season.  "We are very pleased to have Adrian Shenfield as an owner of an ABA team," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  "Adrian is a former ABA player who has moved to ownership from being...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the So Cal Sea Turtles have been added to the growing number of teams that will begin league play next season.  "The addition of ABAGALE TV has certainly contributed to the huge interest in the ABA," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  "TV has been the missing piece and now with our...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it is returning to Syracuse NY after a two year hiatus with the Upstate Trojans starting in the 2023-2024 season. "We are very pleased to have Marquis Gilbert and his team as part of the ABA," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  "Syracuse is a terrific basketball city;...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Brand New Faith Channel has been added to the league's ABAGALE TV Network (www.abagaletv.com) and will be directed by Apostle Damon Cannon. "We are very excited to have The Brand New Faith Channel as part of our growing network channels to be streamed nationally on Roku TV and...

Hip-Hop icon Doctor Dre, formerly of “Yo! MTV Raps” fame, the Hip-Hop classic film “Who’s The Man?”, and the number one radio personality on Hot 97 NY, Power 105 NY, and The Beat LA, has been named President of ParaWhirl in a partnership with the American Basketball Association (“ABA”) and its official streaming network ABAGALE...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the launching of an exciting new league to debut in 2024 - ABA3.  "I cannot tell you how excited I am about ABA3," stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  "Basketball is a great game by itself and ABA3 will be great also, but this is definitely a league with...

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Arizona Flames located in the Phoenix metro area have been added to the growing number of teams in the nation’s largest professional sports league.  “We are very pleased to Floyd Brown, Robert Frett and Brandon Adams as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “They seem to…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Ray Jacobs has been named Vice President of Finance and will oversee several new financial initiatives that the league will be launching shortly.  “Having a person in this newly created position is long overdue,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “And having Ray Jacobs filling this position provides us with an…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the introduction of The ABAGALE Mobile Fan Club App – Text “ABAGALE” to 833-581-3217 – the prelude to the launching of The ABA TV Network in November.  “These are exciting times for both the ABA and ABAGALE, The ABA TV Network” stated Harold Whaley, President/Co-Founder of ABAGALE.  “The league…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Louisiana Kingz will begin play in Lake Charles, LA starting in November and will compete with teams in both the South Central and Southeast Divisions. “We are very excited to have the Kingz as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO.  “We have really wanted to be in…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) www.abaleague.com today announced the merger between two of the top teams in the Southeast Division, the Baldwin County Hoopers (#3) and the Mobile Jesters (#8).  The two teams will work together to bring a first-class experience through basketball with a dream of bringing an ABA championship to the Gulf Coast. Quentin Davis, Mobile…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the 94 Elite located in Salem MA, a suburb of Boston, has joined the ABA and will begin playing when the season starts in November.  “It is always great to add teams in New England,” stated ABA CEO.  “With the difficult winter weather, the less travel our teams have…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Wisconsin 2Legendary Elite located in Milwaukee, WI is the latest entry into the league which kicks off its season on Saturday, November 5th.  “While there isn’t that much time between now and the start of the season, we are confident that team owner Denzel Pettigrew can do…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Bridgeport Kings have been added to the record-setting number of expansion teams set to begin play in November.  “What a great addition this will be to the ABA’s Northeast Division,” stated ABA CEO.  “A link between our NY metro area teams and our teams in update New York…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Baytown Boom located near Houston TX is the latest team to join the league starting with the upcoming season in November.  “We are very pleased to have Orien Greene and Cyril White as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Two very experienced guys with…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Damon Cannon has been named Vice President of National Events.  “Damon has operated three successful ABA teams,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “The St. Louis Spirits, the Missouri Capitols and the River City Gamblers as well as two ABA Final Eight Tournament and the planning for the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that its 2022-2023 Final Eight Tournament will be held in Atlanta GA April 13-15, “We are very excited to be heading to Atlanta,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “We have several ABA teams there and the Southeast Division is one of the strongest in the ABA.” “It was a difficult decision…

Monrovia, Liberia: On this 175th anniversary of the independence of Liberia in on July 26,1847, the Vai Tribe of Liberia  and its sister tribe, the Quiyoughcohannock of the Powhatan Confederacy in  Surry County, Virginia, USA,  announce  the establishment of the first of its kind, the  American Basketball Association (ABA )professional men’s and women’s basketball team…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has joined forces to create an all-new television network to be known as ABAGALE – The ABA TV Network.  “Having our own TV network has been a goal since the league was formed in 1999,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “And now, thanks to the remarkable technology…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Marsha Blount has been named Executive Vice President of the league. “This is long overdue,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “Marsha has been an integral part of the ABA since 2005 when she became the first African-American woman to own a men’s professional basketball team and opened the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced its latest entry into the league with the addition of the Emerald City Warriors located in Seattle, WA. “The Warriors will be co-owned by Annette Taylor, owner of Contra County Delta All-Stars and the Division Chairman of the Pacific North Division,” stated ABA CEO.  “Annette has proven herself…

The Women’s American Basketball Association (WABA) today announced that it will tip off its 2022 season on July 1 as the US celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the enactment of Title IX

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Diamond Murvee Anderson, Jr has been named President of ABA Liberia, the league’s first expansion on the continent of Africa as part of its ABA International initiative. “We are very excited about having Diamond as part of the ABA and our expansion into Africa is something we have been wanting…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Ross Kurland has been named President of ABA International, a division designed to establish the ABA brand throughout the world.  “Ross has been with the ABA for over 13 years,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “He gained great experience operating the San Diego Surf prior to selling the team and…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Greg Brown has been named President of the league and will begin his responsibilities immediately.  “Greg is the perfect person to assume this leadership role,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “He has been a successful team owner (Baltimore Hawks) for many years, the Division Chairmen of the Mid-Atlantic…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Cedar Rapids Roadrunners have been added to its roster of teams beginning in November 2023.  “We are very excited about having our first team in Iowa,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “And in Bruce Adams we have the perfect owner to lead expansion there. I have no…

The American Basketball Association today announced that the league has joined World Jams Radio as a Digital Radio Partner.  WJR is a Global Radio Station available to all App Stores for iPhones and Android phones, tablets and computers.  WJR only plays licensed AC Top 40 original and remixed fanbase music with clean (family friendly) content.  WJR can be…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the release of a new ABA VIP Pass that will be good for every game throughout the entire league. “With 170+ teams expected to play 1700 home games next season, for the first time ever, there will be a leaguewide pass good for all games,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “With…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Carbondale Skulls located in Carbondale, IL are set to begin when the league resumes play in November.  “Next season will be record-setting in the number of teams that will be playing next season,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “And the Carbondale Skulls will be a great addition the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the West Coast Legends to its Pacific North Division. The team will play out of Redwood City, CA. “This is the second team owned by rapper/entrepreneur Lorenzo “Renz Julian” King of Field of Dreamz Ent/Empire,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “He did a great…

In one of the most hard fought, competitive ABA Final games ever, the Steel City Yellow Jackets (Pittsburgh PA) defeated Team Trouble (Stockton CA) 125-121. “Both teams participated in the Final Eight last year and were ousted in the semi-finals,” stated ABA CEO.  “And both teams knew what it took to take another step forward.  They did not…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) recommends that everyone interested in the history of basketball to read Nais-Myth: Basketball’s Stolen Legacy.  The book was co-authored by Brion Carroll, co-owner of the ABA Herkimer Originals, an expansion team that just completed its first season in the league and was among the most successful teams in the ABA in spite of a…

 The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the South Atlanta Crows have been added to the powerful Southeast Division and will  begin play when the new season begins in November. “We’re very pleased to have Monterrio Moore as an owner after many years as an ABA player,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “We have several former players…

The Steel City Yellow Jackets defeated the defending ABA Champion Jacksonville Giants, 127-122, to advance to the ABA Finals on Saturday night vs Team Trouble from Stockton, CA, which defeated the host team, Baltimore Hawks, 116-106. “Two very good and very competitive games,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “And tonight’s game should be a very good one…

he American Basketball Association’s (ABA) Final Eight started yesterday with three exciting games in Baltimore, MD with the semi-finals scheduled for today. SCORES Jacksonville Giants over Music City Jazz, 124-96, Team Trouble over Burning River Buckets, 126-121 Steel City Yellow Jackets over Las Vegas Royals, 139-133 Baltimore Hawks over Austin Bats (forfeit) Jacksonville Giant will play…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it is returning to Owensboro KY for the 2022-2023 season with the newly formed Owensboro Thunder. “We are especially pleased to be back in Owensboro,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman. “It is a great city and the home of former ABA Champion Kentucky Bisons.  And we believe that the owner…

The ABA is the largest professional basketball league in the US with nearly 200 teams nationwide.  One of the good things that came out of Covid-19 is that more and more sales and marketing business is done from home.  Sponsorship sales for sports teams are fun, Sports sponsorships are easy to sell. The ABA is setting up…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the seedings for the Final Eight to be held in Baltimore, MD Thursday, April 21-Saturday, April 23. “The last two slots were filled this weekend with the defending Champion Jacksonville Giants narrowly defeating the Baldwin County Hoopers, 106-104 and the Steel City Yellow Jackets besting the Wyoming Valley Clutch, 146-123,” stated ABA…

As we prepare for this season’s ABA Finals and All-Star Game, we are making the first player announcements for this season. There will be 6 teams total plus Honorable Mentions: 1st Team East and West, 2nd Team East and West, 3rd Team East and West.  We’ve tried to pick the best players from the best…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) continued its play-in rounds this weekend to determine the teams to compete in the Final Eight in Baltimore, MD April 21-23.  Team Trouble, Austin Bats, Las Vegas Royals joined the Music City Jazz, Baltimore Hawks and Burning River Buckets with divisional wins.  Still to be determined are the finalists from the Northeast and…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the ABA Final Eight Tournament has been moved from Kansas City, MO to Baltimore, MD. The dates have been changed to Thursday, April  21st to Saturday, April 23rd.  “Making the change was a difficult decision,” stated ABA CEO.  “The combination of venue availability and Easter was creating problems that could…

he American Basketball Association (ABA) completed the second weekend of its play-in round games over the weekend as a record number of teams compete to make the Final Eight Tournament.  “This was one super competitive weekend,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman, “with possibly two of the biggest upsets in league history.  The Burning River Buckets defeated the #2…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the Colorado Crossovers to its growing number of expansion teams for the upcoming season. “If it seems like we are adding a lot of teams, we definitely are,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Last season we implemented Operation Upgrade taking the league to a new higher level…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Florida Blazin Tigers have joined the league and will begin play in November. “Located in Gadsden County, FL (near Tallahassee), Richard Burns is one of the most interesting new owners we have – a man of many talents,” stated ABA Joe Newman.  “This should be one…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) opened its tournament season with seven games over the weekend as 64 teams begin competition to make the Final Eight in Kansas City in mid-April. “And the Baltimore Hawks with 2 wins were the first team to punch a ticket to the Finals,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “All of the games were…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the Little Rock Hawgs to its growing list of expansion teams for the upcoming season,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “I cannot tell you how excited we are to be back in Little Rock, where we had the largest crowd for an ABA game in our…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the Silver State Tigers located in Henderson, NV, a beautiful suburb near Las Vegas, to its record-setting expansion for the upcoming season. “We are really pleased to have Susan Johnson as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Susan has a wide and varied background…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Oil City Roughnecks have been added to its lineup of expansion teams set to begin play in November.  “We’re very pleased to have Darren “Slim: Akers and The Creative Agency returning to the league with a team in Oil City, PA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “They’re a very…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the Mass Wolves to its powerful Northeast Division.  “We are really excited to have Adam Blake, a former ABA player, back in the league,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Adam has been an eight year college coach, seven years at UMASS Boston and one year at Franklin…

Last weekend, in their final game of the 2021-2022 ABA season, guard Malik Billingsley of the Akron Aviators made his 1,000th career point in what would be his final game with the team and ABA. Malik scored 20 points, for a total of 1,012 career points In the Aviators 144-101 win over the Midwest Falcons….

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Southland Saints located in Southern Suburbs of Chicago known as Southland, have been added to the growing list of teams that will begin play in November. “This is quite a special team,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Les and Monique Rodgers, the owners, through their organization,…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Florida Sunblazers have been added to its growing roster of expansion teams that will begin play in November 2022.  “This is another great addition to our Southeast Division,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “And in Harvey Harris, we have quite an owner.  Should be an interesting…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Alpharetta Arabians have been added to the record-setting expansion for the upcoming season starting in November.  “We’re very excited about Donna McAllister and her team joining the ABA and becoming a part of the strong Southeastern Division,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Donna has an excellent business background…

The American Basketball Association today released its Power Rankings for the last week of the regular season and the Chula Vista Suns from the Pacific South Division held the top spot for the 8th straight week following a perfect 17-0 season.  “This has been a difficult season stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Little did we expect Covid 19…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Colorado Journey has joined the league and will begin playing in November.  “We are pleased to have Phinehas Starks in the ABA and to again have a team in Colorado,” stated ABA CEO.  “Fort Collins is a long way from other ABA teams and our goal this spring and…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the week ending Sunday, February 26th and the Chula Vista Suns held onto the #1 position by a very slight margin over last year’s ABA Final Eight runner-up, the Chicago Fury.  “With only one week left in the regular season, it looks like the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Dayton Top Notch has been added to its growing roster of teams set to begin play in November.  “What a great addition to the North Central Division,” stated ABA CEO.  The growth in Ohio for next season is excellent making for easy travel and great competition and…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Jill Steuber has been named ABA Director of Fitness for the league,  “We are very pleased that Jill, who is also a Division Chairman of the North Central Division and owner of the Michigan Daredevils, has taken on the added responsibility of overseeing multiple physical and mental…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the weekending Sunday, February 20th and the Chula Vista Suns held onto the #1 position with a victory over #4 ranked Team Trouble,  “This was an exciting game,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Both the Chula Vista Suns and Team Trouble have very strong…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Edward “Caprice” Straiter as been named ABA Director of Global Communications.  He will also serve in the same capacity for ABA Jump Start, the league’s Minority Business Incubator (www.abajumpstart.net).  “It is exciting to have a person like Ed with such a wide and varied background as part…

The Chula Vista Suns hung onto the #1 position in the ABA Power Rankings followed closely by the Chicago Fury and Team Trouble.  “We had a limited number of games over the Super Bowl Sunday weekend,” stated ABA CEOJoe Newman.  “So there was not much movement in the Power Rankings. Next weekend and for the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the Gulfport Kings to its growing list of expansion teams for the 2022-2023 season.  “We’re very excited about having Anissa Ben and her husband Eli as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “A native of New Orleans and a multi-sport athlete,…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the week ending Sunday, February 6th and the Chula Vista Suns held their #1 position over the two other unbeaten ABA teams, the Steel City Yellow Jackets and the Palm Beach Stampede.  “There are 13 teams with two losses or less,” stated ABA CEO…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the week ending Sunday, January 30th and the Chula Vista Suns held onto the #1 position with 2 wins over the weekend. The Suns were followed closely by the Steel City Yellow Jackets who also won.  The defending ABA Champion Jacksonville Giants jumped into…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the week ending Sunday, January 23rd and the Chula Vista Suns held onto the #1 position following a busy weekend of games. “At this point in the season, we have only 3 undefeated teams,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “But every team in the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the week ending Sunday, January 16th and the Chula Vista Suns replaced the Chicago Fury as the #1 team following an upset loss bythe Fury to the Georgia Gwizzlies.  “There was lots of movement in the Power Rankings this weekend,” stated ABACEO Joe Newman.  “Some…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the addition of the Las Vegas Dream to its growing number of new expansion teams getting set for the 2022-2023 season.  “We’re really pleased to have Troy Jackson in the ABA,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.” Troy is considered one of the top 20 players ever in the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the week ending Sunday, January 9th, and the Chicago Fury maintained its #1 position over the Chula Vista Suns and Steel City Yellow Jackets.  “This was a difficult weekend,” stated ABA CEO.  “Many of our games had to be cancelled due to Covid-19 problems…

he American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the addition of the Nebraska Musketeers to its record-setting expansion for the 2022-2023 season.  “We are very excited about having Coach Jordan Taylor as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO.  “Not only does Jordan have a wealth of experience in professional sports as the owner of the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the formation of ABA Jump Start, a minority business incubator.  “If I only had the capital, I know I could be successful in business.” Those words have been said by so many minority entrepreneurs with drive and determination only to have their dream of ownership delayed because of the lack…

The ABA is offering a Limited Time Special for new market reservations through January.  It has always been easier to own and operate an ABA team, which is why the ABA is the largest professional sports league in the US.  The ABA is also the most diversified professional sports league with over 75% of its…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the week endingSunday, December 19 and the Chicago Fury maintained its #1 position over the Chula Vista Suns and the Steel City Yellow Jackets, all of which are undefeated thus far this season.  “This is one of the most competitive seasons ever,” stated ABA CEO…

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced a new initiative – ABA International – whose goalwill be to establish ABA leagues in countries worldwide. “We have had excellent success in launching ABA leagues in Australia, Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “We believe the…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the addition of the Grand Rapids Wu-Generalz to its record-setting expansion for the2022-2023 season.  “We are very pleased to add Roy Hudson and his team to our North Central Division,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Roy has a lot of pro experience as a point guard and professional…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings through Sunday, December 12th following a record-setting number of games over the weekend and the Chicago Fury held onto the #1 position by a narrow margin over the Chula Vista Suns.  “After the first six weeks, we have only 7 teams out of over 100…

he American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced its Power Rankings through Sunday, December 5th and the Chicago Fury narrowly held onto the #1 spot over a host of undefeated teams.  “The competition is very strong this season,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “The ABA defending Champion Jacksonville Giants lost their opening game to the Palm Beach…

 The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the week ending Sunday, November 28th and the Chicago Fury held a slight margin over the fast-charging Chula Vista Suns, both with perfect 6-0 records.  “We had a limited number of games over the Thanksgiving weekend,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman, but there were…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced its Power Rankings through Sunday, November 21,and the Chicago Fury held a very close lead over the Texas Seraphim and the Indiana Lyons, all with perfect 5-0 records.  “We have a strong league this year, several undefeated teams lost this weekend and there was a lot of movement…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has added the 413 Elite located in Springfield, MA, the city that holds the title for being the “Birthplace of Basketball” and the home of the Basketball Hall of Fame.” We are very excited to have Charles Evans and his team as part of the ABA,” stated…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has entered into the world of cryptocurrency with the introduction of ABA Gold Coins, one of several crypto platforms to be available to the public.  “This is one of the most important initiatives in our history,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “The potential it provides for…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings for the week ending Sunday, November 14th and the Chicago Fury held on to the #1 position followed closely by the Binghamton Bulldogs, Texas Seraphim, Palm Beach Stampede and Columbus Blackhawks, all with perfect 4-0 records.  “The season has gotten off the a flying start,”…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has formed a partnership with Zingo TV (www.zingotv.com) to introduce a new Pay-Per-View (PPV) platform to carry selected ABA professional basketball games live as well as tape delayed games and highlights from various teams around the league.  “This has been two years in the making,” stated…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Ranking for the week ending Sunday, November 7th and the Chicago Fury held the #1 position with two wins during the Ron Hick’s Classic in Chicago over the weekend.  In a departure from its usual format, only teams with undefeated records are included in the Power…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Power Rankings through Sunday, October 31st and the Chicago Fury held the #1 position with its first win of the season followed closely by the North Alabama War Dawgs.  This week’s Power Rankings changed considerably with 18 games being played over the weekend. Many previously ranked teams…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the Power Rankings for the week ending Sunday, October 24thfollowing five regular season games to open play for the 2021-2022 season.  While the top teams held their positions, several new teams wereadded following victories.  The Chicago Fury held the #1 position, closely followed by the defending ABA Champion…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its Pre-Season Power Rankings and the Chicago Fury took the #1 spot over the defending ABA Championship Jacksonville Giants by the tiniest of margins.  “This was a very close call,” stated ABA CEO.  “If you watched the final game of the ABA Championship, you saw how close these…

(Indianapolis, IN) – The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Dunedin Flight has been added to the record number of expansion teams for the 2022-2023 season.  “It’s amazing,” stated ABA CEO, “that our 2021 season is still almost a month away and we already have so many teams lined up for the following…

Indianapolis, IN.  The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has changed its domain name towww.realabaleague.com and introduced an all new website.  “As we enter into our 21st season with Operation Upgrade designed to take the ABA to a new higher professional level,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman, “we felt it necessary dodo the same with…

Due to the ongoing COVID19 pandemic the WABA has concluded the 2021 regular season and will begin playoffs on September 25th . The West Coast and Midwest teams are already in place, with the LA Hamms representing the West Coast, and the Midwest Sound representing the Midwest Region. The Northeast and Southeast Regions will begin…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the league will be returning to Vermont with the addition of the Bennington Martens scheduled to begin play in November.  “Several years ago, we had the Vermont Frost Heaves in the ABA and the team did very well,” stated ABA CEO.  “We even had the ABA All…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Triangle Shooters will join the league in November 2022 and will be located in Williamsburg, VA.  “We are very pleased to have Kenya Williams and his wife Demetria as part of the ABA,” stated ABA CEO.  “They have a terrific background in sports and business and should…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the league has added the Hornell Bulls to its record-setting expansion. The team is owned by Lamont Alston, owner of the ABA Elmira Eagles and will compete in the Northeast Division.  “Lamont is a very special person with a  remarkable background,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “His…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced the launching of a new initiative – Native ABA – a league comprised of teams featuring Native American players designed to build interest and awareness within Indian country.  Starting with a team named Native ABA to be located in Northeast Arizona, the league will build self-esteem, self-confidence and…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the Talladega Knights will be among the expansion teams for the 2022-2023 season.  “We have record-setting expansion for the upcoming season starting in November,” stated ABA CEO.  And already we’ve added nearly a dozen teams for the following season.  Very exciting indeed.  And it is especially exciting to…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that the league will be expanding into Canada with a new team for the upcoming 2021-2022 season.  “We are very pleased and excited to be able to showcase the great talent of the ABA there,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “Canada has been on our radar for several…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that Leslie Beckett Samuel has been named President of ABA Caribbean.  The offices of ABA Caribbean were recently moved to the Bahamas; Mr. Samuel will oversee the operations of the newly formed league.  A Haitian descendant, he was born in the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and has dual…

(Indianapolis, IN) The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it is expanding its roster of ABA officials for the upcoming season starting in November.  “We have had record-setting expansion,” stated ABA CEO, Joe Newman. “And we could have as many as 100 games each weekend.  With three officials assigned to each game, that’s as…

The American Basketball Association (ABA) announced ABA Sports Realty Group (ASRG), an exciting new initiative whose goal it is to provide venues for its 175+ teams.  “This is truly one of the most ambitious programs we’ve ever undertaken,” stated ABA CEO Joe Newman.  “The ABA has grown to become the largest professional sports league in…