Express Archived Stories Plainfield Sports News - Augustine Dashiell 4/15/10 EAST ORANGE – The Jersey Express have been busy since their exit from the ABA playoffs last month. The Express traveled to Chengdu China to participate in the Chengdu International Invitational Tournament. The Express played two games against the Beijing Aoshen Olympic team . Beijing Aoshen, led by Sun Yue, a Laker draft pick, used their considerable height advantage to win both games, but the Express represented well.   FULL STORY:  http://www.plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=493&id=4 ABA ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES APPLE iPHONE PARTNERSHIP - 3/9/2010   The beta versions of these groundbreaking sports applications will be ready for downloading to Apple's iPhone within 4-6 weeks.  The teams involved in the first applications will be the Jersey Express and the San Diego Surf.   READ FULL RELEASE: www.ABALive.com  ABA NAMES 2009-2010 ALL-STAR TEAMS 3/16/2010  Indianapolis, IN.  The American Basketball Association (ABA) today released its 2009-2010 All Star teams and once again, it showed the tremendous talent throughout the league.  "This was very tough this year," stated Joe Newman, ABA CEO.  "We have so many teams and so many great players, it was really difficult and we do feel that we've left quite a few players off that definitely deserved recognition for their outstanding play.  One thing is for sure, I'd put either the East or West team up against any team in professional basketball, including the NBA, and it would be very competitive."   ABA East All-Star Team Ahmed Mosby, Jersey Express, G Devin Davis, Jersey Express, F Honorable Mention:  Antoinne Morgano, Jersey Express F FULL LISTING: www.ABALive.com  Express suffer heartbreaking loss in ABA playoff quarterfinals  March 14, Newark Sports ExaminerJason Lockhart   No. 5 Jersey Express traveled 12 hours by bus to Lexington Catholic High School (KY) to play an intense playoff game against No. 4 Bluegrass Stallions on Saturday night. Despite a high level of energy through 48 minutes of basketball, the Express failed to pull a clutch performance in the last minute of the American Basketball Association quarterfinal.  “We were down by two points with less than 3:00 to go in the game, but we couldn’t get over that hump,” said Express team president Marsha Blount. “We kept the game close up until the last minute.”   FULL STORY:  http://www.examiner.com/x-14328-Newark-Sports-Examiner~y2010m3d14-Express-suffer-heartbreaking-loss-in-ABA-playoff-quarterfinals Express Lock Down Division                                         Augustine Dashiell March 08 2010 Paul Gause leads the Express back onto the court. 1 2 3 4 T Suns 27 26 31 20 104 Express 31 40 44 48 163 EAST ORANGE – (Saturday March 6) Don’t let the 163-104 score mislead you, the Jersey Express out-talented the undermanned Tri-City (Maryland) Sun. Uncharacteristically the Express failed to execute their offense crisply, and started the game in sluggish fashion.    FULL STORY:  http://plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=475&id=4 Express Fall To Thunder Augustine Dashiell February 28 2010 Express Coach Sandy Smith in conversation with Elijah Thorpe 1 2 3 4 T Thunder 24 24 18 26 92 Express 17 33 24 15 89 EAST ORANGE – Sharif Fordham led a balanced New York City Thunder attack with 20 points in a hard fought road victory over the New Jersey Express. The 92-89 Thunder victory evened the season series between the two division rivals.   READ MORE:   http://plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=471&id=4 Express shutdown Red Riders with another 130-point performance Newark Sports ExaminerJason Lockhart   Express guard Antoinne Morgano holds the ball to find an open teammate during Saturday's 133-108 win over the Red Riders. The Jersey Express in their 133-108 win over the New York Red Riders proved why they were ranked as the No. 2 team in the American Basketball Association rankings. Not only they shot 53.6 percent from the field, they scored over 130 points for the fourth time this season. Saturday's game at East Orange Campus High School is the Express' fifth-straight win at home.                     READ MORE:  http://www.examiner.com/x-14328-Newark-Sports-Examiner~y2010m2d14-Express-shutdown-Red-Riders-with-another-130point-performance Express Win Second Game Of Weekend Augustine Dashiell January 24 2010 1 2 3 4 T Suns (3-8) 17 25 19 36 97 Express (10-3) 30 29 23 23 105 EAST ORANGE – Playing their second game in less than 24 hours, the Jersey Express showed no signs of fatigue in defeating the Tri-City (Maryland) Suns 105-97, Sunday at the East Orange Campus High School Gymnasium. http://plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=439&id=4 Express Handle Thunder Augustine Dashiell January 24 2010 During a timeout, Express Coach, Sandy Smith talks to Devin Davis 1 2 3 4 T Thunder (8-3) 16 25 31 24 96 Express (9-3) 23 35 17 34 109 EAST ORANGE – After spending a lot of time observing the game in the third quarter, Ahmad Mosby exploded for 18 points in the final period of the Jersey Express’ 109-96 victory over the visiting New York City Thunder at the East Orange Campus High School Gymnasium. Goodman embraces role as team captain January 19, 9:37 PMNewark Sports ExaminerJason Lockhart Jersey Express rookie guard Troy Goodman was named the team captain shortly after former team captain Dwayne Howell resigned from the team three weeks ago to join the Washington Generals. Goodman scored a team-high 23 points with six assists and five rebounds in the team's 90-79 win against the Maryland Marvels on Saturday. The team captain after the game talked about his new leadership role.     "It definitely boosts up my confidence level," said the 6-0 guard. "With me being a rookie and captain of the team, it's a real good feeling. The coach [Cassandra Smith] and [team president] Marsha Blount has their trust in me. That's why I go out and play with a lot of heart."     Goodman, an East Orange native, is averaging 15.0 points, six assists, and three steals per game. He was recruited during the summer by former head coach Quaasim Austin and participated in all of the team workouts.  Goodman was one of the first recruits signed by the Express. By far, he has not disappointed the five-year American Basketball Association franchise, according to Blount who was thrilled to have the rookie player on the team roster.   "He really wants to win a championship," Blount said. "He's from East Orange and we play our home games here. He's a local guy who is given the opportunity to showcase his talent. The Newark and East Orange fans need to come out and see this guy perform on the professional level."   Goodman's future goal is to play pro basketball overseas. However, the first priority is to lead the Express to the ABA Playoffs and make a run to the championship.  Goodman graduated from Newark Central High School in 2004. He went on to play college basketball at Los Angeles Pierce College where he averaged 19.0 points, six assists, and five rebounds per game.  The Express will be back at East Orange Campus High School to play the New York City Thunder this Saturday evening at 7. Both teams last played each other on Dec. 13 with the Thunder winning the game 102-85. Coach Smith-led Express  knocks off Marvels January 17, 1:05 PMNewark Sports ExaminerJason Lockhart Marvel guard Ron Grant dribbles past Express guard Dwayne Ailey during the Express' 90-79 win on Saturday. Photo: www.plainfieldsportsnews.com/Anthony Davis, Sr. Jersey Express head coach Cassandra Smith in Saturday's win had to make new defensive adjustments at halftime to avoid a second consecutive loss to the Maryland Marvels. After playing the first half close to their division rivals, the changes on defense sealed a 90-79 victory at East Orange Campus High School. http://www.examiner.com/x-14328-Newark-Sports-Examiner~y2010m1d17-Coach-Smithled-Express-knocks-off-Marvels No Sweat                          Augustine Dashiell January 10 2010 Express forward Jordan Fowler skys for a lay up 1 2 3 4 T Red Riders (4-7) 27 29 25 29 110 Express (6-2) 34 39 28 37 138 EAST ORANGE – There was no sense of nervousness in Cassandra (Sandy) Smith’s voice during pregame as she predicted a win. With less than two minutes remaining in the game, Smith reminded me of the prediction during a timeout before her Jersey Express finished off the New York Red Riders 138-110 Saturday night in East Orange. Smith, coaching her first home game as the interim head coach, described the style of coaching she employed on the Express since taking over the reins.  http://plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=424&id=4 JORDAN FOWLER HANGS A FRANCHISE HIGH  49 POINTS IN ROAD WIN Express Return Home this Saturday to Host  New York Red Riders   East Orange, N.J. (Monday, January 4, 2010) – It turned out that the only thing that could stop Jersey Express (5-2) guard Jordan Fowler this past Saturday in a 131-116 win over the New York Red Riders was the final whistle to end the game.  The East Orange native came out on fire and stayed hot the entire way, scoring a franchise record 49 points while adding 12 rebounds and six assists.  “I felt good on Saturday night, and my teammates found me,” Fowler said of his hot hand. “The coaches told me to be more aggressive, so I looked for my shot more.” Mirroring the team-first philosophy that is stressed by the Express coaching staff, Fowler commented on the importance of the outcome in that Northeast Division match-up.   “I'm just happy that we won the game,” he continued.   “We needed to get back to winning after losing two straight.”   Express President Marsha Blount was quick to acknowledge the importance of Fowler to the team.  “With the loss of two starters, we definitely looked for more scoring out of Jordan,” she said.  “We're down 40 pts and 18 rebounds per game with Samar Battle and Dwayne Howell receiving contracts from the Globetrotters and Generals, respectively.  The whole team stepped it up on Saturday, and we filled some  holes with quality players that will make up those numbers nicely.”    The Express return home to East Orange Campus High School this Saturday when they host the Red Riders at 7:00 p.m.  The theme of the night will surround the Essex County School Systems, and a special halftime appearance will also be made by Webstar and S&S from HOT 97.  All student tickets for this homecoming will be only $5, and general admission adult tickets are $10.  In anticipation of this night for the Essex County Schools System, the Express players and coaching staff have been making the rounds throughout the area, visiting each school that contacted them for tickets to the game.  Anyone who wishes to preorder tickets can still do so by emailing info@jerseyexpress.net, and management from the Express will arrange to have its players available for delivery of the tickets at a school function.  The Jersey Express is a member of the American Basketball Association and is currently amid its fifth season in the ABA.  The team plays its home schedule at East Orange Campus High School. The Express made the playoffs in each of their past two seasons and reached the ABA Elite Eight last year in Nashville, Tennessee. For ABA league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com. Press releases for the Jersey Express are written by Resolution Sports, the official media partner of the team.  For more information on Resolution Sports, visit them on the web at www.ResSports.com. JERSEY EXPRESS ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR JANUARY 9TH  HOME GAME  Express Offering Special $5 Tickets for Students East Orange, N.J. (Thursday, December 17, 2009) – After opening the American Basketball Association season with four of its first five games at home, the Jersey Express (4-1) will hit the road for nearly a month before returning to East Orange Campus High School on Saturday, January 9th.  When the Express host the New York Red Riders that evening at 7:00 pm, the theme of the night will surround the Essex County School Systems, and a special halftime appearance will be made by Webstar and S&S from HOT 97.  “I feel the success of our team is only as successful as how we interact and partner with the community that supports us,” Express President Marsha Blount commented.  “We're getting it done on the court and need your support.  The team sits atop the division and looks to make our return home after the holidays the biggest event to start the New Year.  HOT 97's Webstar and S&S will help make January 9th a true 'Express Experience'.”     All student tickets for this homecoming will be only $5, and general admission adult tickets are $10.  In anticipation of this night for the Essex County Schools System, the Express players and coaching staff will be making the rounds throughout the area, visiting each school that contacts them for tickets to the game.  Anyone who wishes to preorder tickets can do so by emailing info@jerseyexpress.net, and management from the Express will arrange to have its players available for delivery of the tickets at a school function.  The Jersey Express is a member of the American Basketball Association and is currently amid its fifth season in the ABA.  Quaasim Austin is the head coach of the Express with Cassandra Smith serving as his assistant coach, and the team plays its home schedule at East Orange Campus High School. The Express made the playoffs in each of their past two seasons and reached the ABA Elite Eight last year in Nashville, Tennessee. For ABA league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com. Press releases for the Jersey Express are written by Resolution Sports, the official media partner of the team.  For more information on Resolution Sports, visit them on the web at www.ResSports.com. Thunder Knock Express From The Undefeated                                    Augustine Dashiell December 13 2009 Elijah Thorpe (13) runs through traffic chasing Sean Dantzler (23) 1 2 3 4 T Thunder (4-1) 29 25 31 23 108 Express (4-1) 20 21 24 23 88 EAST ORANGE – In what could be called a bounce-back performance, Sean Dantzler bombed away for 33 points for the New York City Thunder in handing the Jersey Express their first loss of the season 108-88 Sunday afternoon. http://plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=400&id=4 Express Now 4-0                              Augustine Dashiell December 13 2009 Devin Davis slams in two points for the Express (photo by Anthony Davis Sr.) 1 2 3 4 T Marvels (0-3) 21 26 21 16 84 Express (4-0) 20 27 32 20 99 EAST ORANGE – Jordan Fowler scored 26 points running the season opening win streak to four for the Jersey Express (4-0) after defeating the Maryland Marvels 99-84 in American Basketball Association (ABA) action.  http://plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=399&id=4 NEWS 12 NEW JERSEY FILMING FEATURE ON EXPRESS THIS SUNDAY Undefeated Express Hosting Pair of Games this Weekend Featured half-time Artist: Spotlight Ray  East Orange, N.J. (Wednesday, December 9, 2009) – The Jersey Express has been getting it done on the court this season, and the local New Jersey media has been taking notice.  Currently sitting on a 3-0 record, the Express will host East Orange Mayor Robert L. Bowser in addition to having TV media News 12 New Jersey filming a feature this Sunday when the team takes on the New York City Thunder at East Orange Campus High School at 2:00 p.m.  “I'd like to thank Mayor Bowser for his support, along with the East Orange Board of Education for allowing us to utilize East Orange Campus High School as our home venue,” Express President Marsha Blount commented.  “Without the support of Derrick Johnson, head girl’s basketball coach at the high school, this partnership with East Orange would not be possible.”  The Express have made it a mission to be active within the community, and Blount says that the team will continue to show that type of commitment.  “Our goal has always been to become a part of the communities in which we play,” she said.  “Being able to mentor the youth in our community is also extremely important to us, and that's why we utilize some students as our game day interns to show them what it takes to prepare for a game.”  Additionally, Blount and the Express coaching staff give a strong look at players that come from the surrounding community.   “Many of the players on the team live here in the community,” she remarked.  “Jordan Fowler, Samar Battle and Troy Goodman are all residents of East Orange.  Dwayne Howell, Elijah Thorpe, and Jamie Sowers are from Newark, and Antoinne Morgano is from Irvington.  Now, we look to the community to support this undefeated team that wants to bring a championship back to New Jersey.”   Before the Sunday match-up with the Thunder, the Express will host the Maryland Marvels on Saturday night at 7:00 p.m.  Tickets for all Express home games are $10, and season ticket packages are still available through the team website at www.JerseyExpress.net.  Also, businesses and organizations interested in sponsorship opportunities with the Express can contact the team at info@jerseyexpress.net.  The Jersey Express is a member of the American Basketball Association and is currently amid its fifth season in the ABA.  Quaasim Austin is the head coach of the Express with Casaundra Smith serving as his assistant coach, and the team plays its home schedule at East Orange Campus High School. The Express made the playoffs in each of their past two seasons and reached the ABA Elite Eight last year in Nashville, Tennessee.  For ABA league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com.  Press releases for the Jersey Express are written by Resolution Sports, the official media partner of the team.  For more information on Resolution Sports, visit them on the web at www.ResSports.com.             Express Roll To 3-0                                  Augustine Dashiell December 06 2009 Express forward Antionne Morgano tips in two points against the Riders 1 2 3 4 T Red Riders (1-2) 31 22 35 29 117 Express (3-0) 23 36 37 43 139 EAST ORANGE (NJ) – Samar Battle led a balanced Express (3-0) attack to a 139-117 victory over the New York Red Riders (1-2) in American Basketball Association (ABA) play last night. Battle’s 29 points topped seven Express double-digit scorers, as the Express overcame early torrid shooting by the Red Riders.     http://plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=391&id=4                                 UNDEFEATED JERSEY EXPRESS HOST NY RED RIDERS SATURDAY Te'Neil Nicole to Perform During Halftime Entertainment   East Orange, N.J. (Monday, December 1, 2009) – With a record of 2-0 to start the young American Basketball Association season, the Jersey Express face the New York Red Riders this Saturday night at East Orange Campus High School at 7:00 p.m.  As part of the fan-friendly entertainment of an Express home game, musical entertainer Te’Neil Nicole will be performing during halftime.  “Our goal is to provide entertaining basketball for the entire family to enjoy at an affordable price,” Express President Marsha Blount stated.  “With that goal in mind, we've added an entertainment division headed by Dwayne ‘Baritone’ Francis.”  Blount was quick to acknowledge the hard work of Francis, who is the team’s new Director of Marketing and Sponsorships.  Since taking over the position, he has been booking entertainment for the Express home games through his internet-based company, BuzzThis.net.   “Dwayne has already booked artists from record labels that either have projects out or are coming out soon,” Blount continued.  “His relationship within the music industry will allow us to provide an element with pregame and halftime performances, all included in one price of admission.”  Tickets for all Express home games are $10, and season ticket packages are still available through the team website at www.JerseyExpress.net.  Also, businesses and organizations interested in sponsorship opportunities with the Express can contact the team at info@jerseyexpress.net.  The Jersey Express is a member of the American Basketball Association and is currently preparing for their fifth season in the ABA. Quaasim Austin is the head coach of the Express with Casaundra Smith serving as his assistant coach, and the team will play their home schedule this year at East Orange Campus High School. The Express made the playoffs in each of their past two seasons and reached the ABA Elite Eight last year in Nashville, Tennessee.  For ABA league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com.  Press releases for the Jersey Express are written by Resolution Sports, the official media partner of the team.  For more information on Resolution Sports, visit them on the web at www.ResSports.com Express defeat NYC Thunder 103-96 in O/T East Orange, NJ - November 21st; The Express opened the 2009-2010 season in dramatic fashion, with a 103-96 overtime win over division rival, NYC Thunder. The Express had 6 players score in double figures, being led by rookie guard Troy Goodman's 19pts and 5 assists.  Samar Battle added 18, Dwayne Howell added a double-double with 14pts, and 10 rebounds.  Antoinne Morgano added 14, Jordan Fowler, who led the Express charge in O/T added 13, and Jamie Sowers finished with 11. Express guard Antraye Miles blows by Christopher Grant 1 2 3 4 OT T Thunder 18 26 25 24 3 96 Express 31 23 19 20 10 103 EAST ORANGE (NJ) – It took an extra session, but the Jersey Express’ 103-96 win over the New York Thunder gave the state of New Jersey their first professional basketball win of the season. Jordan Fowler exploded for seven of the Express’ 10 points, and Dwayne Howell controlled the defensive boards limiting the Thunder to one shot each possession in overtime.  http://plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=385&id=4 JERSEY EXPRESS HIRE DWAYNE FRANCIS AS  DIRECTOR OF MARKETING Entertainment Veteran to Also Serve as  Director of Sponsorships   East Orange, N.J. (Thursday, November 19, 2009) – With its season opener coming this Saturday night at East Orange High School, the Jersey Express announce today that entertainment veteran Dwayne Francis has been hired as its new Director of Marketing and Sponsorship Sales.  Francis, who is commonly known as Baritone, takes over the position for the team, effective immediately.  “Dwayne is a successful businessman in the field of marketing, and his role is to build the Jersey Express brand and make the Jersey Express as well known in New Jersey as the NBA's New Jersey Nets,” Express President Marsha Blount said.  “Marketing is what he does, and we wanted to bring in a professional in his field to help take us to the next level.  Look out for a major announcement from him regarding upcoming events.”  Francis is the owner/operator of BuzzThis.net, an internet-based company that provides an online forum to various platforms in the entertainment industry.  Quickly jumping into his new position, Francis has already secured recording artist China Blizzie to perform at halftime of the Express home opener this Saturday against the NYC Thunder.  “I am excited to be a part of the Jersey Express organization,” Francis stated.  “My background is in Viral Marketing/Digital Promotions, on and offline, while working in the entertainment industry with BuzzThis.Net.  As the Director of Marketing of the Jersey Express, I plan to enhance this organization visibility through creative marketing opportunities, making the Jersey Express brand one of the premier teams in the ABA.”    The theme surrounding the evening will be an Anti-Violence Night of Entertainment, with the Express encouraging everyone to help them “Shoot Out Violence.”  Express head coach and Irvington Detective Quaasim Austin will also be hosting his birthday celebration at the home opener as well.   Tipoff for the home opener is at 7:00 p.m.  The Express have a special ticket offer going right now that gives a half-priced ticket to kids 16 and under with the purchase of an adult ticket for the full price of $10.  Fans can take advantage of that today by logging onto the team website at www.JerseyExpress.net.  Also, businesses and organizations interested in having their logo on the Express opening night t-shirt giveaway can contact the team at info@jerseyexpress.net.  The Jersey Express is a member of the American Basketball Association and is currently preparing for their fifth season in the ABA. Quaasim Austin is the head coach of the Express with Casaundra Smith serving as his assistant coach, and the team will play their home schedule this year at East Orange Campus High School. The Express made the playoffs in each of their past two seasons and reached the ABA Elite Eight last year in Nashville, Tennessee.  For ABA league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com.  Press releases for the Jersey Express are written by Resolution Sports, the official media partner of the team.  For more information on Resolution Sports, visit them on the web at www.ResSports.com. JERSEY EXPRESS ANNOUNCE 2009-10 HOME SCHEDULE Express Open Season on November 21st Against NYC Thunder  East Orange, N.J. (Tuesday, October 6, 2009) – The Jersey Express of the American Basketball Association unveiled their 2009-10 home schedule today, revealing that the team will tip off their fifth season of play on Saturday, November 21st, against the NYC Thunder at East Orange Campus High School.  The 2009-10 ABA schedule will run from November until March, and the Express will play a 30-game spilt with 15 contests being played at home.  “I am extremely excited and looking forward to a great start to an exciting season,” Express head coach Quaasim Austin commented.  “Now we need the community to ‘Jump on Board’.”  The Express players also shared the same sentiments of their head coach.  “I can't wait for the season to begin,” guard Antoinne Morgano said.  “Ever since I was signed, I’ve been waiting for the start of the season.  I've talked to my teammates, and we just want to win a championship for our fans.  I hope they come out and support us.”  Former New Jersey City University standout Samar Battle agreed.  "I'm ready for camp to begin, he anxiously stated.  “I'm ready to get in the gym and get it done."  Season and opening ticket tickets are available now, and they can be obtained through the team website at www.jerseyexpress.net.  All Express home games will also be broadcasted live via the Newark Radio Series.    The Jersey Express will be holding their final open tryouts for the 2009-10 season from 11-3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 18th, at the Westside Park Gym in Newark.  Pre-registration for tryouts is available through the Jersey Express website at www.jerseyexpress.net, and the cost for early registration is $75.  The fee on the day of tryouts will be $100, with only cash being accepted that day.  Players interested in trying out should wear basketball attire and be prepared to do a number of drills that will focus on both skill and overall knowledge of the game.  As more information is made available regarding tryouts, it will be posted to the Express website.   For ABA league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com. Press releases for the Jersey Express are written by Resolution Sports, the official media partner of the team.  For more information on Resolution Sports, visit them on the web at www.ResSports.com.   JERSEY EXPRESS UNITES WITH NEWARK RADIO SERIES Newark Radio Series Becomes Official Radio Partner of Express   East Orange, N.J. (Monday, September 28, 2009) – The Jersey Express of the American Basketball Association announced today that they have created a formal partnership with the Newark Radio Series.  Per terms of the partnership, the Newark Radio Series will broadcast programs and features for the Express throughout the upcoming ABA season, as well as webcast the home slate of games for the team.  "I'm extremely excited and proud to partner with Mr. Juanito Nortez and the Newark Radio Series for our home game webcasts,” Express President Marsha Blount commented.  “They'll be able to not only webcast our games but also provide insight into the organization with player interviews and special reports.  The ability for the Newark Radio Series to broadcast features on AM 1430 WNSW Radio helps with our goal of introducing the communities in which we play to the Express.  We are New Jersey's hometown team.”     On behalf of the Newark Radio Series, Nortez shared his excitement regarding the partnership.  "As someone who has been following college and professional basketball for many years, I am extremely glad that we can partner with the Jersey Express to provide the very best online webcasts and produce special broadcast feature reports on AM 1430 WNSW Radio of this year's Jersey Express basketball games," he said.  The Newark Radio Series encompasses the New Jersey-based AM 930 WPAT and AM 1430 WNSW.  The Newark Radio Series covers a variety of topics and mediums such as the Newark Bears minor league baseball organization and Newark (NJ) Mayor Cory Booker, and the network recently became a CBS Radio News affiliate.  Future programming includes Seton Hall basketball in addition to the Jersey Express.  For more information on the Newark Radio Series or to listen to them live via the web, visit them at www.newarkradioseries.com.  The Jersey Express will be holding their final open tryouts for the 2009-10 season from 11-3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 18th, at the Westside Park Gym in Newark.  Pre-registration for tryouts is available through the Jersey Express website at www.jerseyexpress.net, and the cost for early registration is $75.  The fee on the day of tryouts will be $100, with only cash being accepted that day.  Players interested in trying out should wear basketball attire and be prepared to do a number of drills that will focus on both skill and overall knowledge of the game.  The Jersey Express is a member of the American Basketball Association and is currently preparing for their fifth season in the ABA. Quaasim Austin is the head coach of the Express with Casaundra Smith serving as his assistant coach, and the team will play their home schedule this year at East Orange Campus High School. The Express made the playoffs in each of their past two seasons and reached the ABA Elite Eight last year in Nashville, Tennessee. The Express will open their 2009-10 season on Saturday, November 21st, when they host the New York City Thunder at 7:00 p.m. Season and opening ticket tickets are available now, and they can be obtained through the team website at www.jerseyexpress.net.  For league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com. Press releases for the Jersey Express are written by Resolution Sports, the official media partner of the team.  For more information on Resolution Sports, visit them on the web at www.ResSports.com.                   JERSEY EXPRESS ADD GUARD TROY GOODMAN Express Roster Continues to Build in Anticipation of November 21st Opener  East Orange, N.J. (Friday, September 11, 2009) – The Jersey Express continue to fill their roster as they make preparations for their fifth season of play in the American Basketball Association, announcing today the addition of guard Troy Goodman.  The Newark product gives the Express a diverse leader on the floor, and he looks to make an immediate impact to an already highly-talented roster.   “One thing we know is that Newark has an abundance of guards, with one always feeling he has more to offer than the other,” Express assistant coach Cassandra Smith stated.  “There is only one difference with Troy: he will get his opportunity to prove himself.  Everyone knows it takes a premier guard to run a professional team. Now, everyone will know Troy.”   Goodman was acquired via an open tryout last month in Newark, and the Central High School graduate made an immediate impression on the Express coaching staff.  He stands six-feet tall and has traveled all over the country playing basketball on various levels.  He played college basketball at Los Angeles Pierce Junior College and previously signed on to run the floor at Chaminade University in Honolulu, Hawaii.“I'm grateful for the opportunity,” Goodman commented after signing with the Express.  “I'm going to give 110 percent so I can achieve my goal, and that is to go overseas.”   The Jersey Express is a member of the American Basketball Association and is currently preparing for their fifth season in the ABA. Quaasim Austin is the head coach of the Express with Cassandra Smith serving as his assistant coach, and the team will play their home schedule this year at East Orange Campus High School. The Express made the playoffs in each of their past two seasons and reached the ABA Elite Eight last year in Nashville, Tennessee.  The Express will open their 2009-10 season on Saturday, November 21st, when they host the New York City Thunder at 7:00 p.m. Season and opening ticket tickets are available now, and they can be obtained through the team website at www.jerseyexpress.net.  For league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com.  JERSEY EXPRESS PARTNER WITH TEAM TRIPLE THREAT FOUNDATION Express and Community Group Join Forces East Orange N.J. (Tuesday, September 8, 2009) – The Jersey Express of the American Basketball Association formally created a partnership with Team Triple Threat Foundation today, announcing that they will collaborate on a variety of levels with the community group.  The fruition of this partnership comes with much excitement as the Express are working towards their 2009-10 ABA season opener on November 21st.   “On behalf of the Jersey Express, we are thrilled to have completed the necessary outline of our relationship with the Team Triple Threat Foundation,” Express President Marsha Blount said.  “Working with Mr. Lance Jackson, President of Team Triple Threat, will be a great one for the communities in which we serve.  Providing great basketball, mentoring, positive role models and fundraising opportunities for the Triple Threat Foundation are things that we are looking forward to.”    The Team Triple Threat Foundation will become very much involved in the game day activities of the Express, from providing ball boys and girls to aiding in the coordination of the pregame regimen.    VERSATILE JORDAN FOWLER JUMPS ABOARD THE JERSEY EXPRESS High Scoring Guard was 2004 Essex County Player of the Year   East Orange, N.J. (Monday, August 31, 2009) – The Jersey Express of the American Basketball Association powered their offense today when they announced the addition of multi-dimensional guard Jordan Fowler to the team.  Entering his first year of professional basketball, Fowler gives the Express another explosive offensive threat as the team makes preparations for their fifth season of play in the ABA.    “Jordan has the ability to be the best player in every gym we enter,” Express assistant coach Smith said.  “The moment he realizes that, then we can be the best team in our division.  With his size and the style we are going to play, he becomes a dangerous player due to his ability to play various positions.   I’m looking forward to him being our quiet assassin.”     Fowler, a native of East Orange in northern New Jersey, is a graduate of Montclair High School and was named the 2004 Essex County Player of the Year by the Star Ledger.  During his senior year of high school, he averaged 23.6 points per game from the wing and led the Mounties to the North Jersey Group 4 Quarterfinals.  He also contributed eight boards and 4.5 dimes per contest for Montclair that season.  He also piled on a school record 52 points against Paterson Eastside, and his 1329 points is also the highest mark in school history.  Upon graduation from high school, Fowler continued his playing career at St. Joseph’s University.     “This is a great opportunity to play with an up-and-coming team like the Jersey Express in a professional league with the history and tradition that the ABA has,” Fowler commented.  “As a first-year player, playing professionally, I'm ready to work hard and make my teammates better.”    The Jersey Express is a member of the American Basketball Association and is currently preparing for their fifth season in the ABA. Quaasim Austin is the head coach of the Express with Cassandra Smith serving as his assistant coach, and the team will play their home schedule this year at East Orange Campus High School. The Express made the playoffs in each of their past two seasons and reached the ABA Elite Eight last year in Nashville, Tennessee.   The Express will open their 2009-10 season on Saturday, November 21st, when they host the New York City Thunder at 7:00 p.m. Season and opening ticket tickets are available now, and they can be obtained through the team website at www.jerseyexpress.net.  For league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com.         The Jersey Express August Tryouts Augustine Dashiell August 23 2009 Express coach Quaasim Autisn addressing the players before the tryout. NEWARK – Nineteen basketball players threw their skills on the line at the West Side Park gymnasium. At stake were roster spots on the Jersey Express, New Jersey’s entrant in the American Basketball Association. After an extended shoot around, the players stretched before being called to center court.  Kirk Quockco started the day addressing the hopefuls about the opportunity at their fingertips.  READ MORE:  http://www.plainfieldsportsnews.com/viewnews.php?newsid=339&id=4 Express Sign Five Augustine Dashiell August 26 2009 Tony Darden (l) and Troy Goodman are two of the five players signed by the Express NEWARK – The Jersey Express took a major step in filling their roster signing five players from their tryout Saturday. The overall talent level made it difficult on the coaching staff as six additional players earned invites to the October mini-camp.  “This tryout had the most talent that I have attended,” assistant coach, Casaundra Smith said.  http://www.plainfieldsportsnews.com/RSSxmlresults.php?id=4.       JERSEY EXPRESS ANNOUNCE HOME VENUE Express to Play Home Games at East Orange Campus High School   Newark, N.J. (Tuesday, August 25, 2009) – The Jersey Express of the American Basketball Association announced today that they will play the home contests of their 2009-10 season at the East Orange Campus High School, which is the old Upsala College campus.  This opportunity comes to the Express in conjunction with the work of Derrick Johnson, who is the head coach of the women’s basketball program at East Orange High School.  "I'm extremely excited about the partnership with East Orange Campus High School,” Express President Marsha Blount stated.  “The 2,100 seat venue is well equipped for our live CSPN radio show and for TV broadcasts.”   The Express will not only play their home games at East Orange High School, but they will also have the students and faculty of the school involved with the organization.  “We'll have the students involved with everything from radio, ticket sales, statistics, game day operations and more,” Blount continued.  “This will truly be a partnership, with the kids learning first-hand what it takes to operate a professional sports franchise.  We'd like to thank Dr. Kelvin Harris, Principal of E.O. Campus High School, and Coach Johnson for seeing the possibilities for the school, students and East Orange Community.”     The Express will also be providing fundraising opportunities for the Jaguar basketball teams through both season and individual ticket sales.  East Orange High School is located at 340 Prospect Street in East Orange, New Jersey.       The Express will open their 2009-10 season on Saturday, November 21st, when they host the New York City Thunder at 7:00 p.m.  Season and opening ticket tickets are available now, and they can be obtained through the team website at www.jerseyexpress.net.  For league information, fans are encouraged to log onto www.abalive.com.    EXPRESS ANNOUNCE QUAASIM AUSTIN HEAD COACH Former Assistant Promoted to Take over Head Coaching Duties   Newark, N.J. (Thursday, August 6, 2009) – With the tipping off of their fifth season of play in the American Basketball Association just around the corner, the Jersey Express announced today that assistant coach Quaasim Austin has been formally promoted to the position of head coach.  The Irvington native has given the Express a great basketball mind for the past three seasons, and he looks to make his first as the shot caller and fourth overall his most successful year on the bench for the Express.      “I am grateful to be provided the opportunity to be the conductor of the Express ride to a championship,” the community-driven Austin said.  “I am passionate about the game and about winning.  Putting a competitive team on the floor and making ‘Express Stops’ in the communities we are charged to entertain will be at the top of the to do list.  One of my goals will be to help mold these young men into great men, mentors of tomorrow’s leaders.”    Affectionately known as “Q,” Austin is a dedicated and highly respected detective in the Township of Irvington, New Jersey.  Known for being a scrappy point guard when he used to run the floor as a player, Austin has been a favorite of his players ever since he first picked up the whistle to coach.     “Coach Austin has been with us for several years now, and he has grown into the perfect leader we need to continue to achieve both on and off the court,” Express President Marsha Blount stated.  “He works tirelessly in the community in which he polices and has bought that same ethic to the sidelines of the Jersey Express.”   Blount went on to comment on the overall responsibilities that Austin has accepted in his promotion.      “I am proud to call him head coach and entrust him with the continued development of the players and opportunities that lay before us,” she remarked.  “His role in the organization has also been expanded to include a position in the marketing department to help build the Express brand throughout the State of New Jersey.”      CASSANDRA SMITH HIRED AS ASSISTANT COACH OF JERSEY EXPRESS Express Enter Fifth Season of Play this Fall    Newark, N.J. (Tuesday, August 17, 2009) – After the recent announcement of Quaasim Austin as head coach, the Jersey Express of the American Basketball Association officially proclaimed Cassandra Smith as assistant coach today.  Austin and Smith will patrol the bench for the team starting this fall when the Express embarks upon their fifth season of play.  "I'm glad to get the chance to help lead our local players on this basketball adventure,” Smith recently stated.  “Hopefully, we will have a successful season in which others will want to follow in this team's footsteps.”  Entering his first season as head coach, Quaasim Austin feels that Smith will be a nice addition to his coaching staff.  "I believe Coach Smith is a good asset to the Jersey Express coaching and playing staff,” Austin commented.  “Her desire to teach from the ground up and her focus on foundation building is what we are looking to do.”    Smith was given a thorough look from Austin during offseason training activities over the summer, and through those observations, he knew she fit his image for what he wanted to accomplish with the Express this year.  “I have had an opportunity of watching her skills in motion during this summer when she challenged our captain, Dwayne Howell, to become a scoring threat,” he continued.  “She is doing wonders in limited time with him, and I can only imagine the team results once camp begins.  We share the same philosophy, and that's important.”    ABA ANNOUNCES  GAME OF THE WEEK ON VERSUS Indianapolis, IN.  The American Basketball Association (ABA) today announced that it has signed an agreement with VERSUS, a national cable sports network in more than 75 million homes, to carry 11 of its professional basketball games throughout the 2009-10 season.  The ABA Game of the Week will air on VERSUS on Saturday afternoons with a tip-off date of November 28.  A complete schedule will be announced shortly.  "We are very pleased to join with this tremendous and fast-growing sports network.  To be part of a line-up that includes NCAA basketball, the National Hockey League (NHL), the IndyCar Series and the Tour de France is very important to us," stated ABA Media Group CEO Anthony Chase.  "Our new agreement with VERSUS will give U.S. viewers a chance to see the excitement of ABA pro basketball with its unique rules that have created the fastest-paced, highest-scoring basketball being played."  "We look forward to the opportunity to showcase this exciting league to a national audience," said Jeff Goldberg, Vice President of Programming for VERSUS.  "We're always looking to add action-packed sports properties to our programming lineup and, with the college basketball season just getting underway on the network, the addition of 11 ABA games perfectly complements our schedule at that time of the year." About the ABA The ABA features 60 teams in cities large and small throughout the US and is the fastest-growing professional sports league ever.  Cities include NY, LA, Chicago, Detroit, Dallas, Houston, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Cleveland, Kansas City, Atlanta as well as Lexington KY, Beaumont TX, the Bahamas, Honolulu, Nashville, Newark, Charlotte and others.  Teams play with the legendary red, white and bluie ball.  The ABA is also the most diversified professional sports league with 60% of its teams owned by African-Americans, Hispanics, Asians and women.  For more information, visit www.abalive.com or www.abamediagroup.com. The ABA is publicly-traded under the symbol ABKB. About Versus VERSUS celebrates competition across all platforms (VERSUS.com, VERSUS on Demand and VERSUS HD).  Now in more than 75 million homes, the network is the national cable home of the National Hockey League (NHL), the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the IndyCar Series as well as best-in-class events such as The Tour de France, the Professional Bull Riders (PBR), World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) and Professional Boxing.  The network also offers collegiate sports featuring nationally-ranked teams from top conferences such as the Pac-10, Big 12, Mountain West and Ivy League.  VERSUS features the best field sports programming on television and is a destination for sports fans, athletes and sportsmen to find exclusive, competitive events and original programs, such as Sports Soup and FANARCHY, that audiences can't find elsewhere.  VERSUS, a wholly-owned company of Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ, CMCSA, CMCSK), is distributed via cable systems and satellite throughout the United States.  For more information, visit www.versus.com     Jersey Express Add Former NJCU Standout Samar Battle 8/19/2009 Battle is a solid addition to the Express roster Battle Was 2003-04 NJAC Player of the Year East Orange, N.J. (Wednesday, August 19, 2009) – The Jersey Express of the American Basketball Association bolstered their roster for their fifth season of play this week when they officially announced that former New Jersey City University forward Samar Battle is joining the team. Battle, who stands 6-7, was named the 2003-04 New Jersey Athletic Conference Player of the Year after a stellar senior season at NJCU.  “Samar is a go-to guy who can either make a play for himself or his teammates,” Express President Marsha Blount commented. “His team-first attitude is a breath of fresh air, (especially when) coming from a player that both coaches feel is an NBA prospect. Our job is to get him to where we think he should be. We’re putting it out now; Battle is a prospect that should receive a lot of interest from overseas and NBA teams.”   Listed as a forward, Battle is a versatile player that can also play shooting guard. In his four year college career at NJCU in Jersey City, the East Orange native scored over 1500 points and his 156 blocked shots are the most in program history. He averaged 29.4 minutes per contest for the Gothic Knights, which also stands as the highest number in the school record books. He first padded his college resume by earning NJAC Rookie of the Year honors in 2001, and Battle capped off his collegiate career by winning a stack of postseason awards his senior year. He received NJAC Player of the Year, NJAC First Team, D-III NABC All-America and D3Hoops.com All-Atlantic Region First Team accolades after leading NJCU to a 22-7 record and an NJAC championship.  Battle most recently finished the Eastern Basketball Alliance season this past March with the Newark Rebels, leading the team by scoring 22.3 points per game.        A Little Time With Quaasim Austin                                     Augustine Dashiell July 27 2009 Express Coach Quaasim Austin flanked by Elijah Thorpe (l) and Antionne Morgano. (Anthony Davis Sr.) UNION – Jersey Express coach Quaasim Austin glows with when predicting the outcome of the upcoming American Basketball Association season.  READ MORE: http://plainfieldsportsnews.com   JERSEY EXPRESS PRESENTING “YOUNG AND OLD” TOURNAMENT Express Partner with Boys & Girls Club of Newark for Basketball Tourney Newark, N.J. (Tuesday, July 21, 2009) – In conjunction with the Boys & Girls Club of Newark, the Jersey Express of the American Basketball Association will be hosting a “Young and Old” Basketball Tournament this weekend at Hardwood Arena on the campus of Kean University.  The double-elimination tournament is scheduled to start this Saturday and conclude on Sunday with all proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Newark.  “We are happy to help the Boys & Girls Club of Newark to be able to showcase not only the basketball talent in the area but also show the youth that all things are possible if you work hard, stay in school and take advantage of everything that the Boys & Girls Clubs have to offer,” Express President Marsha Blount commented.  The entry fee for this tournament is $350 per team, and entrance into the competition guarantees at least two games.  Each contest will consist of two running halves with time stoppage occurring within the final two minutes of each half.  Adult games will be 20 minutes and non-adult match-ups will run for 16 minutes.  For more information concerning the tournament, interested parties can call Coach Bobby at 973-760-5380.  Players from the Jersey Express will be on hand at the tournament between 1-4:00 p.m. to take pictures, sign autographs and supply information on their upcoming open tryout on Saturday, August 22nd.  In addition to the Express, representatives from the Maryland Marvels, New York City Thunder and New York Red Riders of the Northeast Division of the American Basketball Association will also be in attendance.      ANTOINNE MORGANO JOINS THE JERSEY EXPRESS Morgano adds a strong  presence to the Express offense   NJCU Product Enters First Professional Season    Newark, N.J. (Wednesday, July 15, 2009) – Staying true to their commitment of giving professional opportunities to local players, the Jersey Express of the American Basketball Association announced today that they officially inked Antoinne “Cat” Morgano for the 2009-10 season.  Signed from a June 20th open tryout, the New Jersey City University product brings both power and an ability to score to the Express.  "Anything well earned shall give you success in return,” Morgano commented after getting the nod onto the Express roster.  “I look forward to the opportunity."  A native of Irvington, New Jersey, Morgano attended University High School in Newark and averaged 22 points and 11 rebounds per game while running the floor for the Phoenix.  He then earned himself a spot onto the roster at New Jersey City University where he contributed seven points on the offensive end of the court.  "Antoinne seems to be a great fit for what we are building with the Jersey Express,” Express head coach Quaasim Austin said.  “His aggressiveness, slashing ability and nose for the ball should open up great opportunities for him and his teammates.  I'm looking forward to working with him to help him achieve whatever goals are within his reach.”   Pre-registration for tryouts is available through the Jersey Express website at www.jerseyexpress.net, and the cost for early registration is $75.  The fee on the day of tryouts will be $100, with only cash being accepted that day.  Players interested in trying out should wear basketball attire and be prepared to do a number of drills that will focus on both skill and overall knowledge of the game.  As more information is made available regarding tryouts, it will be posted to the Express website.       www.ressports.com       Newark, NJ - June 24th, 2009 - The Jersey Express Professional Basketball Team, announces partnership with Resolution Sports.  "I am excited about the possibilities of this new partnership between the Jersey Express, and Resolution Sports.  We look forward to taking full advantage of the variety of services that Resolution Sports can provide; stated Jersey Express President, Marsha Blount.  In just a few short months, Resolution Sports has shown to be a real "Player", in the area of media and public relations.  The Jersey Express has always been about developing partnerships with community based companies and organizations, that's why Resolution Sports is a company we feel can help develop the Express Experience".  Speaking on behalf of Resolution Sports, it is with a great deal of excitement that we announce our partnership with the Jersey Express," Resolution Sports President John Archibald commented.  "Marsha Blount and the Jersey Express have proven to be a very strong organization since their establishment in 2005, and a partnership with them as they enter their fifth year of play is something that has sent a wave of energy throughout our company.  These are exciting times for Resolution Sports, and we cannot wait to get the ball rolling on this partnership