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Rainmen Are Set To Storm Halifax

May 30, 2007 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Halifax Rainmen News Release


Halifax, Nova Scotia. The American Basketball Association (ABA) is headed to Halifax. The Halifax Rainmen's inaugural 2007-2008 season will be played at the Metro Centre. The Rainmen are one of the newest additions to the ABA, which has sixty teams playing in the US, Canada and Mexico. The Halifax Rainmen will provide high-energy excitement and will bring together an unmatched collection of basketball talent on one court. The freewheeling, fast-pace style of the game will showcase the players' athleticism in an atmosphere that is charged by the latest entertainment experience.

"I'm looking forward to build a winning team that will bring fun and excitement to the Halifax fans," said Andre Levingston, President of the Rainmen. "I believe Halifax will passionately welcome the fast-paced, gripping brand of basketball that is exciting and affordable entertainment. One of the reasons we want to bring the team to Halifax is they have the most passionate fans in Canada and they love the sport of basketball."

The Rainmen announced Kevin MaBone as Head Coach and General Manager of Basketball Operations. MaBone will be responsible for overseeing team operations, including scouting and overall development for the new team. This will be MaBone's first professional head coaching role in the ABA, a position for which he has been well prepared during his 16-year career. His most recent accomplishments include Job Corps Athletic Director and Basketball coach, where he led the Job Corps team to regional championships and national runner ups in 2006 and 2007. MaBone's greatest accomplishment has been recognizing new talents and developing them into prospective professional players.

The Rainmen official website www.rainmenbasketball.com launched today and will be kept updated with all the latest Rainmen information and news (schedule, tickets, announcements, weathergirls try-outs, forum and more).

The Rainmen are proud to announce that TPH, a nationwide printing company with over 70 company-owned locations across Canada, has been secured as one of their Rainmaker sponsors. Westin Hotel & Resorts and Halifax Daily News are continuing on board as a sponsor of the team, which was initiated during the 2007 ABA All-Star game.

"One of TPH's founding principles is to give back to the communities in which we do business. The Rainmen sponsorship is the perfect opportunity for TPH to extend its reach into the Halifax community by supporting a brand new local team that has all-star potential. After 46 years in business, TPH knows to accomplish anything it takes teamwork that is focused on delivering wins for all stakeholders. Our sponsorship of the Halifax Rainmen is a win for the sport of basketball, a win for the Halifax community, a win for the athletes, a win for the ABA, and a win for Nova Scotia businesses. TPH is excited to be a part of this new team," stated Jamie O'Born, Executive Vice President.

Season tickets for the Halifax Rainmen's 18 home games will go on sale Monday, June 4th by calling the Halifax Rainmen office (902 444 4708). The price range for season tickets are children 12 and under - $170.59. Students/seniors $198.94. Adults from $255.80, all ticket prices are before taxes and service charges. Where else will you witness the finest basketball players perform amazing skills, sportsmanship, and talent at such an incredible value? Fast-paced, fan-friendly and exciting basketball; be part of the action on Thursday November 15th at the Metro Centre for the Halifax Rainmen Home opener.

For more information, contact Lorraine Quartaro, Director of Communications at lquartaro@solutionswithimpact.com or call 902 444 4708 or visit www.rainmenbasketball.com or www.abalive.com.

Note: OurSports Central no longer actively covers the American Basketball Association (ABA) as a professional league due in part to its inability to publish and play a schedule and the transitory nature of many of its teams. For information on professional minor leagues, please see OSC's basketball section.

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