Yamhill Highflyers Announce 2010 Roster, Open Offices In McMinnville
March 16, 2010 - International Basketball League (IBL)
Yamhill Highflyers News Release
Yamhill County, Oregon- The Yamhill HighFlyers, who are entering their first full season in the International Basketball League, are proud to announce their roster for the 2010 season. The roster features Division 1 level talent from top to bottom. The team currently has 11 players under contract and is finalizing agreements with 2 to 3 others. The franchise is also pleased to announce the opening of offices in McMinnville along with new team staff.
Team Background: The Yamhill HighFlyers played 9 games in 2009, 2 home and 7 road games, as part of their 'branding season'- a coming soon mode the IBL uses to help teams create a fan base and prepare for their first full season in the league. The HighFlyers won their first game in franchise history on May 28th, 2009 with a home victory against the Japan Tornadoes 140-121 in front of a strong home crowd. Chris Hunt and Jason Hartford were the stars of the 2009 season- both are set to return for 2010 and will be surrounded by an upgraded roster. The HighFlyers will play 23 games in 2010- 10 home, 9 road, and 4 neutral site.
HighFlyers open up shop in McMinnville, hire staff: The HighFlyers franchise will be opening their first official offices early April in McMinnville, to be located at: 2090 NE Highway 99w Suite A, McMinnville, OR 97128. Fans will be able to stop by or call and purchase season tickets and ask any questions they may have about our first full season in the league. The franchise is also happy to announce the hiring of new staff which will help operate the team during the 2010 season. Courtney Purcell, who brings with her several years of game day operations experience with Portland Timbers Soccer, Portland Beavers Baseball, and Gateway Grizzlies Baseball, was recently hired as the HighFlyers' official Game Day Operations Manager. Aaron Fahsholz and Michael Harman will come on board as official interns for the franchise. And the team is currently finalizing interviews to hire two season ticket and sponsorship sales reps. HighFlyers General Manager Eric Bailey- "These staff hires and the opening of a new office in McMinnville show our commitment to our fans and to the people of Yamhill County that we plan on being a fixture in the community for years to come."
HighFlyers 2010 Roster and some highlights: Head Coach Peter Sambu- 14 years of college and professional experience, including most recently as the lead assistant coach for the Edmonton Energy.
1) Nate Bowie, 6'0" point guard, University of Central Arkansas -Led the Division 1 Southland Conference in scoring his senior year; averaged over 25 points per game in the IBL last year and is an overseas veteran
2) York Sims, 6'3" guard, University of Central Arkansas -Athletic guard who can shoot from outside as well as get above the rim
3) Cheyenne Moore, 6'6" shooting guard, Clemson/George Washington -Prolific dunker who can attack the rim
4) Curtis Nash, 6'5" shooting guard, UNC Charlotte -Outstanding, pure shooter; overseas veteran with valuable experience; once had workout with Memphis Grizzlies
5) Paul Miller, 6'3" guard, Lane College -Solid defender and penetrator, plays smart and within the game
6) Jason Hartford, 6'9" small forward, Cornell University -Led Cornell to the NCAA tourney, averaged 29 points in the IBL last year and is an overseas, accomplished veteran
7) Chris Hunt, 6'6" small forward, Occidental College -Averaged 23 points and 12 rebounds for the HighFlyers last year, including 41 points in one game
8) Damian Browne, 6'5" power forward, Eastern Oregon University -Dominating rebounder, athletic with solid build and plays with intensity, IBL veteran
9) Tae Jackson, 6'7" power forward, Lincoln (MO) University -Solid 10 points/10 rebounds in the IBL last year; great defender who can play tough around the rim
10) Durrell Nevels, 6'9" center, University of Central Arkansas -Was 5th in all of NCAA Division 1 in shot blocking his junior year; great defender and rebounder 11) Alex Veit, 6'9" center, University of Hawaii -Can get above the rim with ease
G.M.Eric Bailey- "We are very pleased with the roster we have put together and expect to compete right from the start. This is a solid pro-level team, with Division 1 level talent from top to bottom. This season should be very exciting for our fans."
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