Peoria team announces tryout camp

July 5, 2006 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Peoria Kings News Release


Peoria, IL. The new Peoria, IL entry in the American Basketball Association (ABA) announced today that they will hold an Open Tryout on Saturday, July 22 in Peoria. The team is looking for talented, motivated and responsible players to fill out their 12 man roster. Head coach Sergio McClain's team will begin play in November.

Candidates must be 18 years of age and out of high school. Participation in the open tryouts may jeopardize a player's NCAA eligibility. If you have any questions about NCAA eligibility, please consult your coach. Registration is required and all fees are non-refundable. The cost for the tryout is $100 in advance and is due by July 18. The fee for walk-ins is $150. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.prairiebasketball.com or you can call 217 530 1535 and a form will be mailed to you.

Tryout Camp Information:

Date: Saturday, July 22, 2006

Time: Doors Open at 9 AM; tryouts begin at 10 AM

Location: Haussler Hall, Bradley University, 835 N. Glenwood Ave, Peoria, IL 61606

For more information, please call Mike Van Antwerp at 217 530 1535 or email mikevan@prairiebasketball.com or visit www.prairiebasketball.com. For more information on the ABA, visit www.abalive.com.

Note: OurSports Central no longer actively covers the American Basketball Association (ABA) as a professional league due in part to its inability to publish and play a schedule and the transitory nature of many of its teams. For information on professional minor leagues, please see OSC's basketball section.



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