Explosion secure future with a two year arena deal and three year deal with the IBL

August 16, 2008 - International Basketball League (IBL)
Snohomish County Explosion News Release


The Snohomish County Explosion (finished 14-10) in their second season in Snohomish County playing in the International Basketball League (IBL) and played at the Monroe High School their first year in Monroe.

Monroe Public Schools and the Explosion Basketball Team have reached an agreement for the use of another two years at the district's high school as the organization prepares to move into it own arena. Details of the arrangement have not been disclosed but both groups are excited to continue after a year one success. Tickets for the 2009 season will go on sale Monday October 13th online at www.explosionbasketball.net so get ready for another fun filled Explosion Season.

"We are excited to be hosting the Playoffs for the next three years and happy to have the ability to play in Monroe as we work on the next phase of getting a permanent facility for the team." said Nathan Mumm founder of Courtyard Media Foundation. "We have a great staff with our head coach and general manager both returning for year three the outlook is very positive. Working to get a long term deal was important to us, our sponsors and our fans. With what has happened in Seattle with the NBA we wanted to secure long term deals so everyone could enjoy Explosion Basketball without any worries."

The Snohomish County Explosion just won an award from the IBM as the best game day staff/game day operations-IBL Commissioner Mikal Duilio (stated in July)- "The Explosion professionalism is what prompted me as Commissioner to contact them about a three year deal in hosting the tournament".



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