Free agent tryouts set for Stampede

Published on September 1, 2006 under NBA G League (G League)
Idaho Stampede News Release


BOISE, Idaho - The Idaho Stampede will conduct open tryouts Saturday and Sunday, October 21-22, at the Boys and Girls Club, 610 E. 42nd St., in Garden City.

Open tryouts offer athletes an opportunity to showcase their talents in front of Stampede Coaching Staff, while they compete to earn a position in the Stampede's official training camp, which is scheduled to begin November 12.

One former Stampede player, and current Cleveland Cavalier Ira Newble, started his playing career at a free agent tryout camp.

The tryouts include one session on Saturday, October 21 and another session on Sunday, October 22. The Saturday session will consist of two times, the day will begin at 9 a.m. with registration and conclude at 1 p.m. Part two of the Saturday session will begin at 5 p.m. and conclude at 7 p.m. Sunday's session is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. and conclude at 5 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club.

Applicants must be eligible to play in the NBA Development League and may pre-register by submitting the official registration, disclosure, and release forms, along with a $150 fee by 5 p.m. on Oct. 13. Applications are available at idahostampede.com or the Idaho Stampede office located at 233 S. Capitol Blvd., Suite 100, Boise, ID 83704.

Tryouts will be limited and no incomplete registrations will be accepted.

The Idaho Stampede will begin their ninth season-of-play on Friday, November 24 at Qwest Arena as a member of the NBA Development League. Individuals and businesses interested in purchasing season tickets, mini-plans, or to learn more about the upcoming season, may contact the Idaho Stampede office at 208-388-4667 or visit www.idahostampede.com.



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