O.C. Gladiators are back!!!

[Evad]

The Orange County Gladiators Are Back For Their 2nd Season!

Aliso Viejo, CA (March 11, 2009) – The Orange County Gladiators announced that they will be back for their 2nd season as they have moved to the WCBL (West Coast Basketball League), a spring league based out of Santa Barbara, CA. The WCBL showcases the many talents of past NBA players, overseas veterans and some of the top minor league talent in the country.

Additionally, the team has moved their home venue to the 1,200 seat gym at Aliso Niguel High School based out of Aliso Viejo, CA. “The facility at Aliso Niguel is one of the top basketball venues in South Orange County”, states David Clarke, team President and Owner. “Our fan base we developed last season is fantastic and the area surrounding our home venue is ideal for our offering of high quality basketball and affordable family entertainment”.

The Gladiators kick off their home schedule on Saturday, April 25th @ 6PM. Tickets, which range from $6 - $13, and more information on the team can be found at the Gladiators web site at www.ocgladiators.com.

About The Orange County Gladiators
The Orange County Gladiators are preparing for their 2nd season as one of the newest entries into the WCBL (West Coast Pro Basketball League), a spring league based out of Santa Barbara, CA. The organization is an active participant in the community with a mission of providing quality family entertainment at affordable prices. The team will commence play in April of 2009 and will be playing their 7 home games at the 1,200 seat facility at Aliso Niguel High School in Aliso Viejo, CA.
For more information:

Web: www.ocgladiators.com
Email: dclarke@ocgladiators.com

I just got this via e-mail. I thought some of you might like to know

[The Magician]

This is what I like to see ...

A former ABA owner making the right decision to move in a different direction!

Now, if only the other California owners would be smart enough to follow OC's lead.

[Evad]

I'm looking forward to going to a few games. I'll take some pictures and try and get more info about O.C. Gladiators

The Santa Barbara Breakers are in the league, and they seem to be doing things the right way as well.

I plan on following this league since the San Diego Wildcats are gone, and I don't live but an hour form where O.C. will be playing. Hopefully this will go well and all games will get played, and S.B. wont blow everyone out.

Stay tuned the W.C.B.L. starts soon

[Evad]

WCBL Players Continue Their Careers...
Thomas Ruiz - 2/26/2009


The latest report on the whereabouts of West Coast Pro Basketball players for the 2008-09. Some may no longer be employed there at this time.
INTERNATIONAL
Tyler Newton Japan
Adam Zahn Japan
Shantay Legans Holland
Jeff McMillan Mexico and Portugal
Keith Closs China
Tom Conboy Germany
Harry Good Argentina
Frank Robinson Europe
Nick Sheppard Germany
Tony Farmer Mexico
Jayme Miller Germany
Horace Worsely Germany
Mark Dawson Europe
Jonathon Heard Finland
Ryan Read Europe
Billy Knight France
Mike Garrett So. America
Rollo Nunez Mexico
Tez Banks So. America
Santiago Aguirre Mexico
Cecil Brown Europe

ABA
Allan Purnell
Mark Peters
Tim Taylor
Andre Thomas
Lemar Gayle
Jermaine Small
Jemar Cramer
Tony Jacobs
Prentice Harris
Jason Harris
Robyn Kennedy
Daniel Gray
Johnny Hartwick
Chet Johnson

NBDL
Gabe Hughes
Rashid Byrd
Mike Efevberha

More info about the W.C.B.L.

[dclarke69]

Maybe these guys have their stuff together. Anyone see their games last year in the ABA?

[besl]

Maybe these guys have their stuff together. Anyone see their games last year in the ABA?

I assume you did, since you are the team's owner.


From a message board posting dated 1/23/07:
Hello to all,

I am the owner of the OC Gladiators starting play in Noember of 2007. I have heard and read about the many pit falls with the league. I also see a number of positives. I made the leap of faith with the understanding it will take several years before any profits can be realized and have the finances to do so as I am a fan as well. I am the only owner of our team and feel we are off on the right foot. I would welcome any support for the team.

This board is interesting and gives me some added perspective from people who follow the league. I will continue to use it to keep informed and welcome any responses or feedback.

Thanks,
David R. Clarke
President/Owner
Orange County Gladiators
dclarke@ocgladiators.com
www.ocgladiators.com

[Paul S]

DClarke69 - I think we'd all be interested to hear your thoughts on the ABA and the WCBL. Are you guys coming back to the ABA, is the WCBL something that can take off, any major success'es you guys had?

[ABARedWhiteBlue]

I assume you did, since you are the team's owner.


This thread has a definite Corning-like feel to it (ABA06/CorningTaxPayer/etc. with self-serving postings)

[dclarke69]

The ABA is a disaster as you all know. It kills teams that do the right thing the most and rewards the slouches. The WCBL is doing things right by building slowly and keeping a tight geographical circle. Spring ball also has a lot of advantages. Fall minor league ball is dead as all NBDL teams will be owned by the NBA soon and the model will mirror MLB. You already see it happening and I was told Anaheim here in the OC was taken over.

We are marketing to a few local communities and looking to build to a consistent draw of 500 or more over the next year or two. I think we will be at 250-300 this year and were at 150 last year. My interest in the team is that it is a great platform to network and expose some of my other business interests while giving people down here a place to bring their kids and watch some good ball at low prices. The 9 year old that comes to our games does not really view our player much different than an NBA guy when our guy is hitting a few threes from 25 feet or throwing down a jam and that 9 year old is 7 rows from the floor. The experience works. Owners just can't take themselves or what they are doing to seriously from a BBall point of view. I am not trying to be the next Mark Cuban.

It takes 3 years to build the brand right, really get good sponsors, grow revenue streams and develop a fan base. We are in year 2. Come out and check us out and I think you will see that we are trying to do things the right way and our intentions are good.

[Evad]

The ABA is a disaster as you all know. It kills teams that do the right thing the most and rewards the slouches. The WCBL is doing things right by building slowly and keeping a tight geographical circle. Spring ball also has a lot of advantages. Fall minor league ball is dead as all NBDL teams will be owned by the NBA soon and the model will mirror MLB. You already see it happening and I was told Anaheim here in the OC was taken over.

We are marketing to a few local communities and looking to build to a consistent draw of 500 or more over the next year or two. I think we will be at 250-300 this year and were at 150 last year. My interest in the team is that it is a great platform to network and expose some of my other business interests while giving people down here a place to bring their kids and watch some good ball at low prices. The 9 year old that comes to our games does not really view our player much different than an NBA guy when our guy is hitting a few threes from 25 feet or throwing down a jam and that 9 year old is 7 rows from the floor. The experience works. Owners just can't take themselves or what they are doing to seriously from a BBall point of view. I am not trying to be the next Mark Cuban.

It takes 3 years to build the brand right, really get good sponsors, grow revenue streams and develop a fan base. We are in year 2. Come out and check us out and I think you will see that we are trying to do things the right way and our intentions are good.

You have my support. I'm planning on being there for opening tip off. I have about 5 others coming with me and were planning on bringing our kids. If there is anything I can do to help get the word out let me know. I'll talk it up here in San Diego County until we get a team in the WCBL.

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[Evad]

Aliso Viejo, CA (March 18, 2009) – The Orange County Gladiators today released their 2009 home schedule along with season ticket packages and pricing. The Gladiators will be playing 7 home games, all on either a Saturday or Sunday evening, at Aliso Niguel High School in Aliso Viejo, CA with season ticket prices going for $69 for adults and $39 for students. "In these tough economic times, Gladiator basketball remains the best value in all of pro sports", stated David Clarke, President and Owner. "We remain committed to providing a great value and quality family sports entertainment that is accessible to all within our community".

Home Schedule (dates and times subject to change):

Saturday, April 25th, 6:00PM
Sunday, May 3rd, 5:30PM
Saturday, May 9th, 6:00PM
Sunday, May 17th, 5:30PM
Saturday, May 23rd, 6:00PM
Saturday, May 30th, 6:00PM
Saturday, June 6th, 6:00PM

The Gladiators kick off their home schedule on Saturday, April 25th @ 6PM. Season and individual game tickets as well as more information on the team can be found at the Gladiators web site at www.ocgladiators.com

About The Orange County Gladiators
The Orange County Gladiators are preparing for their 2nd season as one of the newest entries into the WCBL (West Coast Pro Basketball League), a spring league based out of Santa Barbara, CA. The organization is an active participant in the community with a mission of providing quality family entertainment at affordable prices. The team will commence play in April of 2009 and will be playing their 7 home games at the 1,200 seat facility at Aliso Niguel High School in Aliso Viejo, CA.

For more information:

Web: www.ocgladiators.com
Email: dclarke@ocgladiators.com

[Paul S]

DC - You hit the nail on the head. The ABA rewards slouches and makes life harder for the good teams.

Good luck with the OC Gladiators.

[Evad]

2009 Tickets Now Available!

Buy Tickets On-line Now

The Best Value In Pro Sports and Family Entertainment!
Children 5 and under are always free with a paying adult!

Autographs * Face Painting * Gladiator Foam Swords * Pictures * Contests * More

Free Parking!

__________________________________________________ ___

7 Game Season Ticket Packages:

Individual - $69

Student - $39


Single Game Tickets:
Individual - $11 On-line / $13 on Game Day (Cash Only)

Student (with ID) - $6 On-line / $7 on Game Day (Cash Only)


Next Home Game is:

Saturday, April 25th @ 6PM

These prices look good to me. I think they should sell well as long as they get the word out.

[ABARedWhiteBlue]

2009 Tickets Now Available!

Buy Tickets On-line Now

The Best Value In Pro Sports and Family Entertainment!
Children 5 and under are always free with a paying adult!

Autographs * Face Painting * Gladiator Foam Swords * Pictures * Contests * More

Free Parking!

__________________________________________________ ___

7 Game Season Ticket Packages:

Individual - $69

Student - $39


Single Game Tickets:
Individual - $11 On-line / $13 on Game Day (Cash Only)

Student (with ID) - $6 On-line / $7 on Game Day (Cash Only)


Next Home Game is:

Saturday, April 25th @ 6PM

These prices look good to me. I think they should sell well as long as they get the word out.

Self-promoting sock puppet??

[dclarke69]

I do not know EVAD but thanks for the support! Come say hi on opening night and spread the word.

[Evad]

Self-promoting sock puppet??

I prefer, Sock Monkey :D

No worries, no hard fealings, I would say the same thing if someone was putting up some of the post that I have put up recently. I have not been hired by anyone in the O.C. group to promote the team, I just decided to get on board myself and help out.

If you look at some of my other post and threads I was all over the San Diego Wildcats, but when they folded I was bumed. So I startd looking to see if there was another league and team to give props to. Thats when I found out about the W.C.B.L.

Carlsbad Beachdogs was the team I was going to root for, but they were not going to be playing, so O.C. was the next closest to my home and I want to take my son and some friends to a few games AND NOT HAVE TO PAY A TON FOR TICKETS!!

Sorry, Mr Clark for not asking you first before putting stuff on here, but when I like what I see I want to share it with others. I will stop by and talk with you when I come to the game and introduce myself.

Thanks for the new on line name, I just might change it to Sock Monkey:lol:

Oh, by the way abaredwhiteandblue, I always enjoy reading your posts and I hope I didn't come across, to excited. I'll try and ramp it back some.

[mrcool92501]

probs w/the wcbl website

first having only 2 active links to wcbl teams( oc gladiators and santa barbara)
the other 5 w/ no working links to get/call for info on them



and
second the sked not fully displayed w/which teams play ea other on a weekly basis

[Evad]

probs w/the wcbl website

first having only 2 active links to wcbl teams( oc gladiators and santa barbara)
the other 5 w/ no working links to get/call for info on them



and
second the sked not fully displayed w/which teams play ea other on a weekly basis

I know that bugs, I would like to see more info on the other teams, but, it just hasen't happened yet. I would send an e-mail to the league and see what they say. The last time I tried getting more info I was told it was coming soon. We shall see. :rolleyes: