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Rapids hold first open tryout

June 1, 2005 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Buffalo Silverbacks News Release


Buffalo, NY. The ABA Buffalo Rapids professional basketball team is proud to announce that the first OPEN tryout for the team is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, June 17th and 18th at the Daemen College, 4380 Main Street, Amherst, NY 14228.

According to GM/Head Coach Rich Jacob, "This Tryout is truly a historical event as it marks a long awaited return of professional basketball to Buffalo. I invite and strongly encourage everyone to tryout because we are committed to seeking out the best talent available for our Buffalo Rapids organization."

To register for the Open Tryout Camp, go to www.buffalorapids.com where you can register immediately online or find information to register via mail.

If you have any questions about the Open Tryout Camp, please contact the Buffalo Rapids at info@buffalorapids.com or call Coach Jacobs at 716 903 8053.

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