Training camp begins for the Lightning
November 4, 2005 - Continental Basketball Association 1 (CBA 1)
Rockford Lightning News Release
The 2005-06 Rockford Lightning Training Camp begins this Sunday, Nov. 6, for Coach
Chris Daleo with 17 players expected to report for the first practice at Patriot's
Gateway Center.
Daleo will be holding two-a-days for the duration of the camp with morning sessions
being held at Gateway and night sessions at Rockford Jefferson High School until the
team is trimmed to 10 players for opening night. The Lightning will tip-off their
season against the Gary Steelheads on November 18 in Gary, Indiana.
This year brings a mix of local and national talent to the Lightning training camp.
Players scheduled to attend camp this season include High School phenoms Lenny Cooke
and Rockford legend Ronnie Fields. Returning Lightning stars in attendance include
John Jackson and Sidney Holmes. New to camp this year is a local from Rockford
Boylan High School, Nick Zachary.
"We've got a good mix (of vet's and newcomers) for camp this year. Hopefully we'll
keep things fresh and exciting," said Daleo. "Guys still have to go out there and
compete to win their jobs."
Lightning season tickets are still available through the Lightning office. Ticket packages start as low as $74.75 and can be purchased in full, half, and 7 game packages. Packages can be purchased and any further information can be obtained by calling the Rockford Lightning front office at 815-874-4232 or by visiting the team website at www.rockfordlightning.com
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