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Palm Beach Imperials Show Support For Curt Gowdy

February 23, 2006 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Palm Beach Imperials News Release


West Palm Beach, FL - February 23, 2006 - After learning of the recent passing of sports legend, Curt Gowdy, the Palm Beach Imperials (www.palmbeachimperials.com) took time to mourn the passing of one of its heroes.

Gowdy, an important contributor to the game of basketball, spent 10 years (1966-76) as NBA's announcer for its game of the week and also was the president of the Basketball Hall of Fame for several years.

"I think that it is important to pay tribute to those who have treaded the path before us, and those who have inspired us. Curt Gowdy is one of those people," commented Dan Mangru, President of Palm Beach Imperials.

The Palm Beach Imperials are one of the ABA's (American Basketball Association) newest franchises, and is scheduled to begin play this November 2006.

Gowdy, who recently had memorial services in Palm Beach, will have funeral services this Saturday at Boston's Trinity Church.

"To pay respect to a man is one thing, but to see how many lives that man has touched is amazing. Both locally and nationally, I have seen first-hand the type of support that people have for Curt Gowdy. With that, we send our deepest condolences to the family, and hope to honor their beloved family member," stated Mangru.

The Imperials are now considering different dedication options to honor Curt Gowdy's memory for 2006 and beyond.

About Palm Beach Imperials (www.palmbeachimperials.com)

The Palm Beach Imperials are Palm Beach's and Treasure Coast's only professional basketball team. The team looks to bring the worlds of music, entertainment, family and basketball to create a unique product for its fans. Currently the Palm Beach Imperials have created an impressive management group of former music executive, merchandising executives, former basketball players, international businessmen, and the 2008 Independent Presidential Candidate Daniel Imperato ( www.daniel2008.com).

About American Basketball Association (www.abalive.com)

The American Basketball Association (ABA) is a professional basketball league that spans from Beijing to Canada, the United States, and Mexico. The league seeks to bring a unique brand of sports and entertainment to a family market. The ABA was reorganized back in 2000-2001 from its predecessor the original ABA which features the likes of Julius "Dr. J" Erving, Moses Malone, and Rick Barry. Currently the league has over 40 teams with expansion plans for over 70 by 2006-2007.

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