5 on 5 basketball tournament bounces in on Easter weekend
March 24, 2007 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Atlanta Vision News Release
Suwanee, GA. The ABA Atlanta Vision has partnered with the Atlanta Latin League to bring a one day, 40 team, 5 on 5 basketball tournament to Gwinnett for men and women. The tournament offers a total of $5,000 in cash and prizes split between the four category winners. The tournament tips-off at 8:00am on Saturday, April 7th and concludes at 9pm.
"According to ESPN's sports poll, basketball has the most diverse participation in the country," stated Vision owner Quentin Townsend. "Partnering with a permier Latino league expands our reach, supports diversity, and strengthens our economic impact in the community."
The double game elimination tournament offers four categories to choose from:
* All-American (Men's Division)
* Latin Power (All Hispanic Men's Top Division)
* Girl-Z Ball-N (Women's Division)
* 2-Fast 2 Furious (All Hispanic Men's 2nd Division)
The tournament will take place at Atlanta Vision's home venue, Suwanee Sports Academy, 3640 Burnette Road, Suwanee, GA 30024, which features 7 NBA hardwood courts, locker rooms, and a full concession area.
Atlanta Vision players will also be competing in the tournament, creating an exciting opportunity to play against Gwinnett's professional basketball team. The cost to enter a team is only $300 and the registration deadline is April 2nd. With over 20 teams already registered, early on-line registration at www.theatlantavision.com is encouraged. For more information, call 770 482 7994 or visit www.theatlantavision.com or www.abalive.com or email info@theatlantavision.com.
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