Conyers Court Kings bring the WBA Exposure League to Conyers, GA
Wednesday, June 1st 2011 10:20 AM
Conyers, Georgia is a proud home of minor league basketball. The Conyers Court Kings enter their third season playing in the emerging WBA Exposure League. The Court Kings' owners, locals Thomas Gates, Jr. and Curtis Richardson, couldn't be more thrilled about using this opportunity to better their community. "Combining our experience in business with our love and passion for the sport, gives us the avenue to educate and help develop our youth of today and tomorrow. The Conyers Court Kings plans to service the community by sponsoring programs that help youth acquire knowledge, develop skills, and form attitudes that enable them to become self-directing, productive and contributing members of society."
The Legendary Rome Gladiators Season Opener May 20 & May 21 at 7pm!
Friday, May 20th 2011 9:00 AM
The WBA Exposure League announces Rome’s champion professional basketball team, The Rome Gladiators 2011 Season opener. There will be a 2-day Sequence this weekend, May 20th, 2011 the Rome Gladiators finest hoop stars open at Berry College Ford Gym at 7:00pm against the Conyers Court Kings!
The Legendary Rome Gladiators RIBBON CUTTING!
Wednesday, May 18th 2011 12:27 PM
The WBA Exposure League Rome Gladiators will present the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Today at Ford Gym at Berry College at 10am today, May 20, 2011 with the Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce.
Hoop Stars to Shine at Historical Black College All-Star Classic
Tuesday, March 8th 2011 6:42 PM
Check Up Athletic Wear will present the WBA Foundation's 8th Annual Historical Black College All-Star Classic [HBCAC] on Saturday, April 23rd,at the Columbus Civic Center. The top-24 basketball stars of Historical Black Colleges and Universities from across the country will showcase their skills for thousands of fans, as well as NBA and international scouts. Player participation and tickets info can be found online at www.HBCALLSTARCLASSIC.com or by calling the WBA Foundation at 1-866-245-1996. Additionally, a generous donation will be made to the Columbus Boys' and Girls' Club of America by the WBA Foundation, a 501(c)3.
Gwinnett Majic lead WBA All-Star selections
Wednesday, August 18th 2010 9:22 PM
The Gwinnett Majic, who recently defeated the Franklin Knights to win their second straight World Basketball Association Exposure League
(WBA) championship, led the league's all-star selections with five players being honored.
Gwinnett Majic Roll to Second Straight WBA Championship
Wednesday, August 4th 2010 12:01 PM
The Gwinnett Majic steamrolled the Franklin Knights 133-113, Saturday night at Bogan Park in Buford, Ga., to win their second straight World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) championship.
Majical repeat for Gwinnett
Sunday, August 1st 2010 8:55 PM
B.J. Puckett may have carried the offensive load for the Gwinnett Majic in Saturday night’s World Basketball Association championship game at Bogan Park, but it was a play on the defensive end that made the most noise.
Gwinnett Majic, Franklin Knights square off for WBA championship Saturday
Friday, July 30th 2010 5:33 PM
The seventh season of the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) will come to a close Saturday night when the Gwinnett (Ga.) Majic and Franklin (Tenn.) Knights face off for the WBA championship at Bogan Park in Buford, Ga. Tipoff for the game is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Gwinnett Majic, Franklin Knights to battle for WBA championship
Monday, July 26th 2010 9:11 AM
The seventh season of the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) will conclude Saturday night when the Gwinnett (Ga.) Majic and Franklin (Tenn.) Knights square off for the WBA championship at Bogan Park in Buford, Ga. Tipoff for the game is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Franklin Knights Come Back For 135-131 OT Win Over Marietta Storm
Wednesday, July 21st 2010 11:44 AM
The Franklin (Tenn.) Knights rallied in the fourth quarter and then held off the Marietta Storm in overtime for a 135-131 victory in a World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) game Monday night at the A-Game Sportsplex in Franklin, Tenn.
Franklin Knights Post 133-118 Road Win Over Marietta Storm
Monday, July 19th 2010 7:56 AM
The Franklin (Tenn.) Knights used a strong second half Saturday night to pull away and earn a 133-118 win over the Marietta Storm in a World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) game in Smyrna, Ga.
Gwinnett Majic Smash Florida Flight, 139-91
Saturday, July 17th 2010 9:49 PM
The Gwinnett Majic had eight of its nine players finish in double figures Friday night as it rolled to a 139-91 victory over the Florida Flight in a World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) game in Buford, Ga.
WBA Enters Final Weekend of 2010 Season
Wednesday, July 14th 2010 9:50 AM
The World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) is coming up on the final weekend of its seventh regular season with plenty of playoff seedings still to be determined.
Florida Flight Top Team Skillz 113-109
Monday, July 12th 2010 12:41 PM
The Florida Flight tandem of Yusuf Baker and Alex Hill combined for 62 points to lead the short-handed Flight to a 113-109 victory over Team Skillz Saturday night in Kissimmee, Fla.
Gwinnett Majic Roll Past Franklin Knights, 131-107
Monday, July 12th 2010 12:39 PM
The Gwinnett Majic, the defending champions of the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA), used a big second quarter to propel themselves to a 131-107 victory over the Franklin (Tenn.) Knights Friday night in Buford, Ga.
WBA’s MARIETTA STORM PLAYERS TO BABYSIT, READ TO TODDLERS WHO LIVE AT SHELTER
Wednesday, June 30th 2010 12:27 PM
Professional basketball players from the WBA’s Marietta Storm are known for their slam dunks, dazzling dribbles and bank shot skills. The team is now ready to show off their other off-the court skills: babysitting.
Hannah scores 45 pts and 11 assists fuels Storm to a 135- 122 victory over the Court Kings
Sunday, June 27th 2010 6:27 PM
Stefhon Hannah returns after missing 5 games due to injury and leads the Storm to a 135- 122 victory over the Court Kings with 45pts 11ast.
Atlanta Music Mogul To Introduce New Sports Team
Wednesday, June 9th 2010 2:56 PM
Music industry veteran and record label owner of Big Cat Records (Gucci Mane, Khia, Pretty Ricky) Melvin Breeden, the new owner of The Marietta Storm, a World Basketball Association (WBA) Exposure League basketball team, will be introducing to Atlanta the new players of his team.
Marietta Storm Claims 113-101 Home Win Over Florida Flight
Sunday, June 6th 2010 12:43 PM
The Marietta Storm (2-3) earned their second win in their last three contests by beating the Florida Flight, 113-101, Saturday night at the Smyrna Community Center in Smyrna, Ga.
Franklin Knights Move Over .500 With 105-88 Victory over Gwinnett Majic
Sunday, June 6th 2010 9:13 AM
The Franklin Knights pushed their record over the .500 mark by knocking off the Gwinnett Majic, 105-88, in a World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) game Saturday night at the A-Game Sportsplex in Franklin, Tenn.
Florida Flight Falls to Jacksonville Bluewaves 134-105
Saturday, June 5th 2010 12:40 PM
The Jacksonville Bluewaves outscored the Florida Flight 40-19 in the first quarter and never looked back, coasting to a 134-105 win Friday night in Kissimmee, Fla.
Gwinnett Majic Roll Past Marietta Storm, 128-118
Friday, June 4th 2010 12:07 PM
The Gwinnett Majic (3-2) opened up a 19-point lead after three quarters and cruised to a 128-118 win over the Marietta Storm in a World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) game Thursday night at Dacula High School in Dacula, Ga.
Hannah to Miss Storm\'s Game at Gwinnett Thursday
Wednesday, June 2nd 2010 7:13 AM
Marietta Storm point guard Stefhon Hannah will be unavailable for the Storm's game against the Gwinnett Majic Thursday night at Dacula High School in Dacula, Ga., but there's a good reason why he won't be in the lineup.
Congressional Candidate Tom Kirby to Serve as Gwinnett Majic\'s Guest Coach
Monday, May 31st 2010 10:05 AM
Tom Kirby, a candidate in the Georgia 7th District Congressional race, will serve as the Gwinnett Majic's Guest Coach when Gwinnett hosts the Marietta Storm Thursday at 7 p.m. at Dacula High School in Dacula, Ga.
Marietta Storm Earn First Win, Beating Decatur Court Kings, 126-96
Monday, May 31st 2010 10:02 AM
The Marietta (Ga.) Storm earned their first win of the season Saturday night, beating the Decatur (Ga.) Court Kings, 126-96, at Agnes Scott College in Decatur.
Jacksonville BlueWaves Get Past Gwinnett Majic
Monday, May 24th 2010 10:01 AM
The Jacksonville BlueWaves (4-0) remained the only unbeaten team in the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) by edging the Gwinnett Majic, 109-105, Saturday night at Parkview High School in Lilburn, Ga.
Franklin Knights Edge Marietta Storm, 138-134, In Overtime
Saturday, May 22nd 2010 8:29 AM
The Franklin (Tenn.) Knights earned their first win in franchise history Friday night, outlasting the Marietta (Ga.) Storm, 138-134, in overtime in a game at the Smyrna Recreational Complex in Smyrna, Ga.
Florida Flight Knock Off Gwinnett Majic, 131-117
Friday, May 21st 2010 10:02 AM
The Florida Flight (2-1) rallied in the second half and pulled away in the fourth quarter to earn a 131-117 win over the Gwinnett Majic in World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) action Thursday night in Kissimmee, Fla.
Florida Flight Post First Ever Win
Tuesday, May 18th 2010 8:32 AM
Playing its first road game in franchise history, the Florida Flight earned a 110-105 win over the Franklin Knights in Tennessee Sunday afternoon. The win evened the Flight's record at 1-1.
BlueWaves Win Home Opener
Sunday, May 16th 2010 9:50 PM
The Jacksonville BlueWaves defeated the Marietta Storm, 130-113, in its first home game of the season. The win improves the Bluewaves' record to 3-0 in the team's inaugural season.
Jacksonville Bluewaves First Home Game This Saturday
Saturday, May 15th 2010 6:58 AM
After earning a 116-112 win in its first game in franchise history in an away game against the Florida Flight, the Jacksonville Bluewaves are preparing for their first home game today against the Marietta Storm.
Marietta Storm Announce Roster for Season Opener
Saturday, May 15th 2010 6:53 AM
The Marietta Storm have announced the roster for their season opener today against the Jacksonville BlueWaves at Edward Waters College in Jacksonville.
The roster includes several overseas veterans, such as Lance Perique, Alex Owumi and Chucky Frierson, along with college players Leonard Mendez, Deandre Bray, Paul Harper and Isaac Jones.
Gwinnett Majic Open Tonight
Friday, May 14th 2010 2:19 PM
Ever heard of the Gwinnett Majic? Outside of the coaches and players’ friends and family, there’s a good chance that the answer is no.
Gwinnett Majic Announce Opening Night Roster, Guest Coach For Season Opener
Friday, May 14th 2010 2:05 PM
The Gwinnett Majic, the defending champions of the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA), have annouced their opening night roster as well as the guest coach for their season opener against the Franklin (Tenn.) Knights tonight at 7 p.m. at Berkmar High in Lilburn.
Florida Flight Debut in WBA at Civic Center......
Friday, May 14th 2010 6:47 AM
The Florida Flight has left the gate on time and is en route to its connection, which it hopes ends at the World Basketball Association finals.
After the Flight’s 116-112 loss to the Jacksonville Bluewaves in the Flight’s WBA Exposure League premiere at the Kissimmee Civic Center Tuesday, the Flight is on the radar.
Florida Flight Drop Season Opener Versus Jacksonville
Wednesday, May 12th 2010 8:42 AM
Ahead through three quarters and much of the fourth, the Florida Flight was unable to sustain its lead and lost 116-112 to the Jacksonville Bluewaves at the Kissimmee Civic Center Tuesday night in the WBA season opener for both teams.
Jacksonville BlueWaves Earn First Ever Win
Wednesday, May 12th 2010 5:33 AM
The Jacksonville Bluewaves earned their first ever win by beating the Florida Flight 116-112 Tuesday night in Kissimmee, Fla.
Decatur Court Kings To Host Fan Day Thursday
Tuesday, May 11th 2010 11:47 AM
The Decatur Court Kings will host a Fan Day Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Chick-Fil-A located at 2701 North Decatur Road in Decatur. Fans will have a chance to come out and meet the team that is looking forward to bringing Decatur quality sports entertainment this summer.
Florida Flight Pass First Test, Defeat Skillz Athletics 142-112 in Exhibition
Monday, May 10th 2010 5:32 PM
(Kissimmee, FL) – The Florida Flight took to the court for the first time in the franchise’s history on Sunday afternoon, playing their lone exhibition game against Skillz Athletics. Playing before an enthusiastic home crowd at the Kissimmee Civic Center, the Flight shredded the Skillz Athletics defense and captured the contest 142-112.
Florida Flight to play at Civic Center
Wednesday, May 5th 2010 7:36 PM
Kissimmee's next foray as a professional sports town is set to take flight at the Kissimmee Civic Center.
Jacksonville Bluewaves Splash Down In Jacksonville
Wednesday, May 5th 2010 4:38 PM
Jacksonville's newest sports franchise held a press conference to announce its presence in the city and the start of its 2010 inaugural season.
Gwinnett Majic to host three promotional nights in May
Tuesday, May 4th 2010 4:34 PM
The Gwinnett Majic, the defending champions of the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) will be holding three promotions during their May home games.
Florida Flight Name Levi Cobb Head Coach
Monday, May 3rd 2010 11:00 AM
Levi Cobb, a veteran coach at multiple levels and a renowned former professional player, has been named Head Coach of the Florida Flight of the World Basketball Association (WBA).
Florida Flight Name John Weis Director of Media Relations
Sunday, May 2nd 2010 9:08 PM
Weis possesses more than 12 years of Public Relations experience, including six seasons as Broadcast Coordinator for the Orlando Magic Radio Network. While there, he helped produce the NBA team’s game radio broadcasts.
Florida Flight Name Greg Kite General Manager
Sunday, May 2nd 2010 6:00 PM
The Florida Flight is pleased to announce a significant hire as the World Basketball Association (WBA) team continues to build its front office infrastructure. The team has agreed to terms with NBA veteran Greg Kite to be its General Manager.
Decatur Court Kings to hold tryout May 8
Friday, April 30th 2010 11:00 AM
The Decatur Court Kings are proud to announce their second roster tryouts, which will be held May 8 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Athletic Club Northeast, located at 1515 Sheridan Road Northeast in Atlanta.
Start of WBA Season Less Than Two Weeks Away
Thursday, April 29th 2010 12:09 PM
Training camps are in full swing as the seven teams of the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) prepare to tip off the league's seventh season May 11.
Florida Flight re-schedule home game to May 11, now open season against Jacksonville
Thursday, April 22nd 2010 9:32 AM
The Florida Flight, based out of Kissimmee, Fla., and one of four new teams in the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) this season, has re-scheduled its June 27 home game against the Jacksonville (Fla.) BlueWaves for Tuesday, May 11.
Gwinnett Majic re-sign 2009 WBA MVP B.J. Puckett
Monday, April 19th 2010 2:00 PM
The Gwinnett Majic of the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) have re-signed the league's 2009 Most Valuable Player, B.J. Puckett, for the upcoming 2010 season.
Gwinnett Majic sign trio for 2010 season
Monday, April 19th 2010 9:00 AM
The Gwinnett Majic have signed a trio of players for the upcoming 2010 season, inking former Tennessee Tech standout Frank Davis and ex-Georgia Bulldogs Albert Jackson and Tyler Whatley.
Storm in the Forecast for Marietta
Tuesday, April 13th 2010 10:00 PM
The World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) announces its newest team, the MARIETTA STORM!
Decatur Court Kings Set Tryout Camp Date
Tuesday, April 13th 2010 6:59 PM
The Decatur Court Kings wants you to come out and compete for the opportunity to join our 2010 roster and join us as we compete for our second World Basketball Association title.
Marietta Storm to hold Upcoming Tryout Camp
Tuesday, April 13th 2010 10:29 AM
The Marietta (Ga.) Storm, one of four new franchises in the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) this season, has set the time and place for its upcoming tryout camp.
The Storm will hold its tryout camp April 24 at the West Cobb YMCA in Acowrth, Ga. from 6-10 p.m.
Flight Add Three Players, Announce 2010 Open Tryout Camp
Monday, April 12th 2010 9:00 PM
Florida Flight staff left the 2010 World Basketball Association Exposure League open tryout with three players: Jacob Carver, Ryen Phipps, and Tyler Simms.
WBA Exposure League Teams Hosting Tryout Camps This Week
Sunday, April 11th 2010 4:22 PM
As the World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) approaches the start of its seventh season May 14, the seven teams in the league are hard at work filling their roster for the upcoming year.
Four of the seven teams - the Franklin (Tenn.) Knights, Florida Flight, Tupelo (Miss.) Rock & Rollers and the Marietta (Ga.) Storm - have tryouts set for the next two weeks and the other three franchises have held tryout camps and been scouting for talent.
WBA Exposure League Set to Tip Off Seventh Season May 14
Monday, April 5th 2010 10:02 AM
The World Basketball Association Exposure League (WBA) has finalized its regular-season schedule and seven teams are set to tip off the league's seventh season May 14.
World Basketball Association Announce Draft Selections
Monday, March 29th 2010 12:40 PM
Over 30 aspiring basketball players showed up at Rhodes Jordan Park in Lawrenceville, Georgia this past weekend to vie for a position with one of the seven teams representing the World Basketball Association Exposure League in 2010.
Buford Majic Continue their Winning Streak
Tuesday, June 9th 2009 1:08 PM
Buford Majic and Coach/Owner Brandon Williams continue with their winning streak after 111-91 trouncing of the Decatur Court Kings Javan Randolph scored 30 and BJ Pucket scored 19 with 11 rebounds The Majic are number one and play at home next Friday versus Tupelo.
Cartersville Warriors open with two wins
Monday, June 1st 2009 9:21 PM
The Cartersville Warriors under first-year professional coach Cory Baldwin, and fresh of their return from a 12-4 finish to their tour to China, started their 2009 WBA season Friday evening on the road against the Rome Rage, winning 93-85.
Rock-N-Rollers roll to first win
Saturday, May 30th 2009 9:00 PM
Brian Alexander called last weekend’s season-opening loss a good building block for his Tupelo Rock-N-Rollers team. After all, his team, beginning its first season in the World Basketball Association Exposure League, lost to the Decatur (Ga.) Court Kings, the defending league champions.
Late Rally Leads Cartersville to 93-85 Victory over Rome
Saturday, May 30th 2009 3:43 PM
The Cartersville Warriors under 1st year professional coach Cory Baldwin started their 2009 WBA season Friday evening on the road against the Rome Rage. The game pitted Jeremy Law (6'3''-G-82, college: Jacksonville St.) & Bobby Brown (6'6''-F-79) of Cartersville Baseline Warriors against former Warrior teammates Mike Dean (6'2''-G-82) of Rome Rage & Jermaine Spivey (6'3''-G-72) of Rome Rage.
Decatur gets Pro Basketball Team
Thursday, May 28th 2009 2:08 PM
The Decatur Court Kings and the World Basketball Association (WBA) will kick off its 2009 season with home games played at Agnes Scott College. The Court Kings are following up on their 2008 championship season.
Introducing Rome’s newest team: The Rage
Wednesday, May 27th 2009 9:12 PM
With a roster full of former Greater Rome stars and a partnership with the local Boys & Girls Club, a new professional basketball team — the Rome Rage — is preparing to make its debut in the World Basketball Association.
Memphis Tornadoes hold Basketball Camp for Youths!
Tuesday, May 12th 2009 4:23 PM
The Memphis Tornadoes will begin taking applications for their 2 Youth Camps! The International Coach Joao Da Costa and The Memphis Tornadoes will hold FREE a Basketball Camp to train young basketball players on skills and discipline of the game.
Come Meet The 2009 Memphis Tornadoes!
Monday, May 11th 2009 4:09 PM
Come meet your 2009 Memphis Tornadoes in the Blue /White Game at the Whitehaven Community Center. The game will have three point shooting and Slam Dunks from Aspiring Minor League Professional.
The Memphis Tornadoes Announces Try Out Camp on May 15th
Friday, May 8th 2009 3:55 PM
The Memphis Tornadoes announces team try out on May 15th at the Whitehaven Community Center
The WBA Exposure League Announces the Big Man Camp
Friday, May 1st 2009 7:41 PM
The WBA Exposure League in conjunction with Top Notch Sports & Entertainment, an authorized Agency for the KBL Korean Basketball League, Presents the WBA Exposure league’s “Big Man Tryout Camp” for talented hoop stars 6’8 and over. This colossal tryout camp will be held Sunday May 31st at the Decatur Gymnasium in Decatur, GA from 1pm-7pm. This camp is for 6’8+ players who are interested in playing in Korea for 2009-2010 seasons, which will start from the middle of October 2009 to the end of April 2010. The KBL consists of 10 teams. Each team plays 54 games (27 home games, 27 road games). The WBA “Big Man Camp” information and qualifications consist of the following:
WBA 2008 Champs, Decatur Court Kings, Announce 2009 Tryout Camp
Thursday, April 30th 2009 7:25 PM
Decatur’s champion professional basketball team, the Decatur Court Kings will hold its Tryout Camp on Sunday May 17th at City of Decatur Gym on 231 Sycamore St. in Decatur GA. This camp will give talented athletes an opportunity to be exposed to the Decatur Court Kings staff. The top players will be signed. The registration fee is $100.00 in advance and $125.00 at the door.
WBA Exposure League 2009 Tryout Camp was a Smashing Success
Monday, April 20th 2009 11:45 PM
The WBA Exposure League held open tryouts on April 17-18 at Agnes Scott College in Decatur GA. The event was a huge success attracting talented Pro-Ball hopefuls from origins near and far, all determined to show the WBA whose game was best
Harold Ellis on coaching staff with NBA's Detroit Pistons
Thursday, February 26th 2009 1:19 PM
Former Rome Gladiators head coach Harold Ellis has been hired to serve as assistant coach with the NBA Detroit Pistons. Ellis was hired by new Detroit Pistons coach Michael Curry. Ellis coached the Gladiators to their second consecutive league title. He earned coach of the year honors in the process for the second straight time and led the club to a 42-6 mark during that span. He was also the team's general manager and was named by ProBasketballNews.com as the second-best coaching talent in the minors.
Jamario Moon traded to Miami Heat
Saturday, February 21st 2009 1:29 PM
Former WBA player has been acquired by the Miami Heat from the Toronto Raptors. Moon is currently averaging 7.4 ppg, 4.6rpg, and 1.2 apg.
Former WBA Player Update: Kenyon Gamble
Sunday, January 4th 2009 12:00 AM
Kenyon Gamble, former WBA Player for the Magic City Court Kings, is currently signed with the
Manchester Millrats of the PBL. While with the Court Kings, Gamble averaged 9.5ppg, 8.1rpg, and lead the league with 2.5 blocks per game.
WBA Exposure League Hosts 2009 Tryout Camp
Monday, December 15th 2008 12:00 AM
The WBA Exposure League is holding its 2009 Tryout Camp on April 17, 18 at Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA. Agnes Scott College is located at 141 E. College Ave; Decatur, GA 30030. The League is hosting tryouts for the teams that comprise the WBA. The tryout camp is open to players for selection to play on one of the 2009 WBA teams.
Former WBA star Jamario Moon doing well in the NBA
Tuesday, June 10th 2008 12:00 AM
For all the endless bus rides to empty gymnasiums, the paydays when the owner couldn’t cut checks, the most trying turn of Jamario Moon’s journey had to be the passes the Harlem Globetrotters tossed toward the rafters.
Buford gets new team, NBA allure
Monday, June 9th 2008 12:00 AM
He is the founder of an eight-team league and owner of one team, a basketball junkie whose passion for the game is eclipsed only by his love for his community.
The WBA continued with it's second weekend of games...
Wednesday, June 4th 2008 12:00 AM
The WBA continued with it's second weekend of games. So far the competition has been very balanced with all games being hotly contested.
Friday: 5/30/08 WBA Scores...
Memphis Blue Tornadoes 93 Mississippi Hardhats 89...
Memphis held off Mississippi to even its record at 1-1. The Hardhats slipped to 1-1 on the young season.
WBA Exposure League opens its 2008 season with all teams in action...
Monday, May 26th 2008 12:00 AM
Buford Majic 129 Memphis Blue Tornadoes 110...
Buford Majic toyed with the Memphis Blues in the first half, before breaking the game open and cruising to a 129-110 win.
WBA EXPOSURE LEAGUE HOSTS TRYOUT FINAL CAMP
Tuesday, April 22nd 2008 12:00 AM
The World Basketball Association (WBA) Exposure League is searching for the next Jamario Moon! On Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the Buford Youth Community Center in Buford, GA, the WBA Exposure League will be hosting tryouts for the 8 teams that comprise the WBA.
The tryout camp will only allow the first 75 players to register in which the top players will be sign to the league.
WBA Celebrates 5 Years With New Ownership & Name Change
Wednesday, December 12th 2007 9:00 AM
The World Basketball Association is seeing major changes with the announcement of a change in its name to the WBA Exposure League and Celebrating 5 years of operation with an exciting upcoming 2008 season and New ownership of the WBA Exposure League.
WBA Tryouts Set for April 11-12, 2008
Saturday, December 1st 2007 9:00 AM
The World Basketball Association will be holding its 5th Free Agent League Tryouts on April 11th & 12th, 2008 at Life University in Marietta, Georgia. This camp will be conducted in order to give free agents an opportunity to be exposed to all teams in the WBA. There will be a Free Agent Selection Draft held directly after the camp.
Chairman Message: 2007 WBA Season Wraps Up Forth Year
Wednesday, June 20th 2007 10:00 AM
It’s hard to believe that it’s been four years since our first jump-ball on the court. We can only thank God and the Owners over the years who worked so hard in making our vision come to life.
Mayas-USA Beats Ravia 114-104, Captures WBA Crown
Saturday, June 9th 2007 9:00 AM
Bobby Brown poured in 29 points, as he helped his Mayas-USA team put a stamp on the 2007 WBA Championship, by beating Ravia 114-104 on Friday night at Berkmar High School. Mayas USA took the best-of-three series 2-0 over the Rebels.
With a late push, Mayas takes game one, 118-107
Friday, June 8th 2007 9:00 AM
While many were watching a defensive, rather boring NBA game Thursday evening, game one of the WBA Championship Series was an exciting old fashioned ‘barn-burner' inside Berkmar High School. Mayas led for all but the opening three minutes, but Ravia battled back from 10-12 down on three occasions to put themselves in contention to win the opening game of the best-of-three title series.
Mayas & Ravia to battle for WBA Title
Tuesday, June 5th 2007 9:00 AM
After being named to their respective Conference Titles, Mayas USA and the Gwinnett Ravia Rebels will battle it out in a best of three Championship Series for the WBA Crown. Mayas will represent the Western Conference, while Ravia is the Eastern representative.
Fort Worth hires former Denver Nugget, Philipp Czernin, as Assistant Coach
Thursday, May 17th 2007 9:00 AM
The Fort Worth Star Prospects have announced the hiring of Philipp Czernin as Assistant Coach. Czernin was a former McDonald's All-American from Loyola Marymount University
Mayas give Tycoons first loss, 109-105 in Longview
Monday, May 14th 2007 9:00 AM
Mayas-USA exacted revenge on their cross-state rival Texas Tycoons on Sunday, defeating the Tycoons 109-105. The Tycoons had defeated the Mayas 147-133 two nights earlier in Dallas but this time the Mayas got even. Behind 31 points from Daryl Dorseyand a big game of 17 points and 17 rebounds from Reo Logan, the Mayas made the plays down the stretch to pull out a tough home win.
WBA Expansion in Fort Worth
Monday, May 14th 2007 9:00 AM
The WBA has formally announced that the Funky Town Star Prospects will be joining the WBA this season. The Star Prospects will be led onto the court in the WBA this season by former Sacramento King Jean-Paul Afif.
Hardhats defeat Gladiators 119-102, healing has begun in Rome
Sunday, May 13th 2007 9:00 AM
The Atlanta Hardhats (1-2) get their first win of the season, defeat Rome Gladiators (0-1) 119-102. In WBA action on Saturday, the Rome Gladiators set out to defend their Championship and started the season on a rough note.
Tycoons defeat Mayas in the Battle of Texas
Saturday, May 12th 2007 9:00 AM
The showdown of the two undefeated teams from the Western division of the World Basketball Association was billed as "The Battle of Texas" and the Texas Tycoons moved to 3-0 on the season handing Mayas-USA (2-1) their first loss by a score of 146-133.
Floyd County defeats Gwinnett Ravia-Rebels 147-141
Saturday, May 12th 2007 9:00 AM
In an Eastern Division opening matchup the Floyd County Rage opened with an impressive comback win against the explosive Gwinnett Ravia-Rebels 147-141. The Rebels got off and running early, scoring 43 points in the first quarter behind the sharp shooting of Wayne Arnold (6'4''-G-84, college: Tennessee St.) and Rodney Kirtz (6'3''-G, college: Mercer).
Tycoons get ahead early and hang on for 113-99 victory over Atlanta Hardhats
Sunday, May 6th 2007 9:00 PM
The Texas Tycoons faced off with the Atlanta Hardhats in WBA action on Sunday afternoon at the Tommie Allen Town Center in Dallas, Texas and at the half most thought the game had been decided. Texas behind 20 points and 4 assists from Mario Kinsey (6'2''-G-82, college: Texas Coll. ) built a double digit lead on Atlanta, leading 34-21 at the break.
Texas Tycoons open 2007 WBA season with a win, defeating Mississippi 130-111
Saturday, May 5th 2007 9:00 AM
The Texas Tycoons opened the 2007 WBA season with an impressive win, defeating the visiting Mississippi Miracles 130-111 on Friday. The WBA season opener for both Western division teams was a good game with a tie after one quarter at 27 a piece.
Mayas-USA triumphant in WBA home opener at the Lobo
Saturday, May 5th 2007 9:00 AM
The Mayas USA Texas basketball team opened its World Basketball Association existence with a flourish, defeating the Atlanta Hardhats 130-106 Friday night at Lobo Coliseum. Daryl Dorsey led all scorers with 35 points.
2007 WBA Draft Results
Wednesday, April 18th 2007 9:00 AM
The Georgia Warriors won the draft lottery for the 2007 WBA Rookie Draft and selected Kareem Ward (6'4''-F-83, college: W.Alabama) #1 overall. Benson Callier (6'6''-G/F) was chosen #2 overall while Johnathan Burris (6'6''-F-82, college: Bethune-Cookman ) was chosen #3 overall by the Mississippi Hardhats. The 2007 WBA Rookie Camp All-Star game MVP Brian Greene (6'6''-G/F, college: Florida A&M ) was selected #6 overall in the first round by the Texas Tycoons.
WBA Welcomes the Texas Tycoons
Tuesday, February 6th 2007 4:00 PM
The Texas Tycoons have announced that the team will be playing in the World Basketball Association this season
WBA Tryouts Set for April 13-14, 2007
Friday, December 1st 2006 9:00 AM
The World Basketball Association will be holding its 4th Free Agent League Tryouts on April 13th & 14th, 2007 at Life University in Marietta, Georgia. This camp will be conducted in order to give free agents an opportunity to be exposed to all teams in the WBA.
2006 WBA-Mexico International Tournament and Free Agent Camp - Nov. 29, 2006
Wednesday, November 29th 2006 12:00 AM
The 2006 WBA-Mexico International Tournament and Free Agent Camp will be played December 1st-3rd at the Municipal Stadium in Empalme, Sonora, Mexico.
2006 International and Domestic Free Agent Camp - Nov. 21, 2006
Tuesday, November 21st 2006 12:00 AM
The Texas Tycoons have announced that space is limited for the 2006 Texas Tycoons International and Domestic Free Agent Exposure Camp.
WBA Annouces New Addition to Dallas
Friday, November 17th 2006 8:00 AM
Dallas, TX - The World Basketball Association has announced that the very successful Mayas de Yucatan of Mexico's #1 league LNBP (Liga Nacional Balonocesto Professional) has successfully had it's bid to join the WBA for the upcoming 2007 season accepted.
WBA officially adds Dallas, Knoxville,
Saturday, November 11th 2006 9:00 AM
The WBA on Wednesday officially announced expansion to at least two cities for the coming 2007 season.
WBA expansion plans to possibly include Mid-West - Oct. 14, 2006
Saturday, October 14th 2006 9:00 AM
The World Basketball Association announced on Friday that applications had been received from ownership groups in the cities of Indianapolis and Evansville, Indiana.
More WBA Signings
Saturday, July 22nd 2006 10:00 AM
More recent signings of WBA players.
Former Hardhats President Signs Overseas
Saturday, July 22nd 2006 9:00 AM
Jacient Winfield , former President of Basketball Operations for the WBA's Mississippi Hardhats, has signed a contract to play in Africa this fall.
List of former WBA players in NBA Summer Pro League Grows
Saturday, July 15th 2006 9:00 AM
The list of former WBA players competing on NBA teams in summer leagues, workouts, or mini-camps over the last 2 years is now an even 60 players.
WBA to NBA player news
Saturday, July 8th 2006 9:00 AM
The World Basketball Association is solidifying it's position as one of the most talent laden professional leagues in the World and as the league of opportunity for those players looking to develop their skills working towards NBA and overseas opportunities.
Archer and Ellis named 2006 WBA Coaches of the Year
Monday, July 3rd 2006 10:00 AM
David Archer of the Cartersville Warriors and Harold Ellis of the Rome Gladiators are the 2006 WBA Coaches of the Year.
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