Rapids hold first open practice

Published on October 24, 2005 under American Basketball Association (ABA)
Buffalo Silverbacks News Release


The Buffalo Rapids is holding their first open practice at the Jewish Community Center in Amherst from 4pm to 6pm. The Rapids will be holding traveling practices in an effort to meet the community. The Jewish Community Center and Villa Maria will be the main sites and the North Buffalo Community Center will serve as a site where the Rapids review the playbook.

The Rapids have been in training since October 15, 2005 in order to get ready for their first game on November 3, 2005 against the Maryland Nighthawks.

This is the first professional basketball practice held in Buffalo in over 30 years! All press is invited to come to this exciting event! Every player and coach will be available to talk with the media.

Full Roster Information can be found on BuffaloRapids.com. Also attached is a review of the unique ABA rules. If you would like matchup information regarding the first game against Maryland or the second game against Thruway Rivals, the Rochester Razorsharks, please contact Sara Nice

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