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AJ Dybantsa Returns to Jamaica for charitable basketball initiatives

Basketball, News, Press ReleaseMay 3, 202548Views 0Likes 0Comments

Top-ranked high school basketball prospect AJ Dybantsa is set to visit Hanover, Jamaica, between May 8–12, alongside his parents, Anicent and Chelsea Dybantsa. Returning to his mother’s birthplace, AJ aims to give back to local basketball programs through a partnership with the Bob & Rita Marley Foundation. Widely projected as the #1 overall pick in the…

LA Clippers Guard Norman Powell Commits to Representing Jamaica in FIBA World Cup Pre-Qualifiers

National Teams, News, Players Overseas, Press ReleaseApril 10, 202541Views 0Likes 0Comments

Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell has announced his availability to represent Jamaica in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Americas Pre-Qualifiers from August 8–10, 2025. The 30-year-old NBA veteran shared the news in a social media video, voicing his commitment to helping Jamaica excel on the global basketball stage. “I’m super excited to join Team Jamaica,”…

Jamaica Seeks NBA Stars to Build Dominant Team for FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers

Basketball, National Teams, News, Players Overseas, Press ReleaseApril 2, 202552Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jamaica’s basketball program is gearing up for the FIBA World Cup 2027 Americas Pre-Qualifiers in August 2025, a vital step in the journey toward Olympic qualification in 2028. Competing alongside Costa Rica, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, Paraguay, and the US Virgin Islands, Jamaica aims to advance to the next stage in November, where teams like the…

Raptors Upset Urban Knights in NBL Clash

Basketball, NBL, NewsFebruary 5, 202514Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Rae Town Raptors pulled off an impressive 68-58 victory against the reigning champions, Urban Knights, in their mid-week clash on Tuesday. This National Basketball League match took place at the Stadium Courts. The Raptors executed their game plan effectively, managing to outlast the defending champions. The first half was closely contested, with both teams tied…

Eagles Soar to Consecutive NBL Wins

Basketball, NBL, NewsFebruary 5, 202519Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Upper Room Eagles soared to victory over the Spanish Town Spartans in their recent encounter. The Spartans started strong, surging to a 15-8 lead by the end of the first quarter and maintaining a narrow 26-23 cushion by halftime. However, last season's beaten finalists, the Eagles, were determined not to fall to the Spartans. Led by…

Kofi Cockburn’s Jersey to be Retired by Illinois Basketball

News, Players Overseas, Press ReleaseFebruary 5, 202525Views 0Likes 0Comments

Kofi Cockburn, the legendary center for the Illinois Fighting Illini, will return to Champaign on February 11 for a jersey retirement ceremony at State Farm Center during the No. 18 Illini's game against UCLA. Cockburn expressed his excitement about returning, stating, “It feels like decades since I’ve been back to Champaign,” and acknowledged the honor…

Eagles Avenge Knights, Claim Alf Remikie Cup

NBL, NewsFebruary 2, 202530Views 0Likes 0Comments

In the feature match of the night, a replay of last season's NBL Finals, the defending champions Urban Knights faced off against the Upper Room Eagles. Both teams boasted the best records and statistics in the league since last season. Eagles were poised to secure their first title but were held at bay by the…

Warriors Triumph over Celtics in NBL Opener

Basketball, NBL, NewsFebruary 2, 202512Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Central Celtics came out the gates like a well-oiled machine in the season-opening night's first match, leading 13-9 in the first quarter. However, the Warriors found their footing and confidence in the second quarter, entering half-time with a 27-19 lead. In the second half, Warriors stayed focused while committing fewer turnovers, while on the other…

Career Night for Bryan, but Redhawks Fall Short

Basketball, News, Women BasketballJanuary 19, 202513Views 0Likes 0Comments

Graduate Christeina Bryan delivered a standout performance for the Seattle U women's basketball team on Thursday night, scoring a career-high 23 points. Despite Bryan's efforts, the Redhawks fell 80-70 to Utah Tech at Burns Arena. Bryan shot an impressive 63.6 percent from the floor, made seven field goals, and set a new career high with nine…

Nick Richards Makes Historic Debut for Phoenix Suns

Basketball, Players Overseas, TradesJanuary 17, 202511Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Phoenix Suns acquired Nick Richards from the Charlotte Hornets to bolster their frontcourt. Richards made a historic debut against the Detroit Pistons, becoming the first player in NBA history to record 29 points, 11 rebounds, and shoot 85% from the field with no turnovers in a team debut. Richards played 29 minutes off the bench,…