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T.O. suits up for Breakers in Vegas exhibition

By Presidio Sports on Monday, July 19, 2010 View Comments
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If Terrell Owens doesn't find an NFL team to join in the next couple of months, he could very well end up on the hardwood.The controversial wide receiver suited up for the Santa Barbara Breakers in Las Vegas two weeks ago, scoring seven points with six rebounds, four steals and three assists in an 89-87 exhibition win over the Korean National Team at the Impact Basketball Arena.Point guard Chris Reaves led all scorers with 28 in the game, as the Breakers rallied from a 70-59 third-quarter … [Read more...]

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Charger hoopsters tame Commotion by the Ocean

By Presidio Sports on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 View Comments

Dos Pueblos bested a field of 30 prep boys basketball teams last weekend at the Commotion by the Ocean Tournament held by Carpinteria High School.The Chargers swept through their pool impressively, going 4-0 with wins over Newbury Park, Pacifica, West Hills and Glendora. They then downed Camarillo and West Ranch to make the title game of the Championship Bracket, ultimately defeating Glendora once again in a low-scoring 37-24 championship game."When DP played Glendora the first time is was … [Read more...]

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Santa Barbara’s Taylor signs with Beijing squad

By Joshua Hernandez - SANTA BARBARA BREAKERS on Friday, July 2, 2010 View Comments

The Santa Barbara Breakers have announced the signing of guard Tim Taylor to play for the Beijing Aoshen Olympians of Chinese Federation Basketball.Taylor, who averaged 19.3 points per game during the 2010 season, arrived in Beijing on Sunday, June 27 and will begin workouts with the team as well as teaching basketball skills to the younger players affiliated with the Beijing Club.The Olympian squad is the same organization which played in the West Coast Professional Basketball League during … [Read more...]

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Breakers to play Korean National Team in Vegas

By Joshua Hernandez - SANTA BARBARA BREAKERS on Friday, July 2, 2010 View Comments

A monumental opportunity has arisen as the Santa Barbara Breakers announce an agreement to play three games versus the Korean National Team in Las Vegas.The games will be played July 8-9th and July 17th while the NBA is conducting their Las Vegas Summer League, with 21 NBA teams competing during the two week event."I was elated to receive a call from the NBA asking us to assist in providing games for the Korean National Team,” said coach and Team President Curt Pickering. “We may not … [Read more...]

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Gauchos pick up hoops transfer from Colorado

By Presidio Sports on Thursday, July 1, 2010 View Comments

The UCSB men's basketball team has landed its second key transfer in the last six weeks.Forward Keegan Hornbuckle, who played as a freshman at the University of Colorado during the 2009-10 season, has transferred into the Gauchos' program and will have three years of eligibility remaining beginning with the 2011-12 season.Point guard Nate Garth transferred to UCSB from New Mexico in May.Hornbuckle is an athletic and versatile player who can play both inside and out. At 6-foot-7, 205 pounds, … [Read more...]

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Breakers win numerous WCBL honors

By Presidio Sports on Monday, June 28, 2010 View Comments

Despite finishing with their first-ever losing season at 5-6, the Santa Barbara Breakers basketball team earned numerous awards from the West Coast Basketball League, as the honors were announced this week.Bryce Sheldon was named 6th Man of the Year for his contributions off the bench, and former UCSB star James Powell was co-Rookie of the Year. Sheldon was also named to the WCBL First Team. The championship was won by the Newport Beach Surf, led by WCBL MVP Joe Udeoji.Mike Boone of the Breakers … [Read more...]

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Westmont reloads with nine new recruits

By Ron Smith - WESTMONT SPORTS INFORMATION on Thursday, June 24, 2010 View Comments

After graduating five seniors from the 2009-10 men's basketball team, Westmont Head Coach John Moore has announced the signing of nine new recruits for the 2010-11 season."This is potentially one of the strongest recruiting classes we have had in a long time," said Moore of the incoming class of five freshmen and four transfers. "They fill a lot of different holes - from post players to guards to wings. Most of these recruits played for a team that was at the height of its success as a program. … [Read more...]

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Breakers season burnt up by Buzz

By Presidio Sports on Sunday, June 6, 2010 View Comments

The Santa Barbara Breakers could not hold on to a late five-point lead on Saturday, allowing the L.A. Buzz to rally late in a 128-125 decision in the semifinals of the of the WCBL.The Buzz(9-3) move on to face Newport Beach(10-1) in Sunday's 1 p.m. final while the Breakers finish their season with a 5-6 record. It's the first losing record in the franchise's four years of existence.Santa Barbara held a 121-116 lead against the Buzz before being outscored 12-4 over the final three and … [Read more...]

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Vazquez, Williams joining DP coaching staff

By Presidio Sports on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 View Comments

Former Bishop Diego head basketball coach Ray "Slash" Vazquez won't be without a bench to look after next season, joining Dos Pueblos' coaching staff as an assistant to Joe Zamora."He brings a wealth of experience," Zamora said on Monday of Vazquez, who led the Cardinals to the postseason in five of six seasons as head coach before stepping down this spring.Vazquez takes a spot vacated by departing assistant Matt Wong, who is leaving to pursue a Master's degree in sports physcology.Zamora … [Read more...]

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Purnell leads Breakers to 132-92 rout

By Presidio Sports on Sunday, May 23, 2010 View Comments

Allen Purnell poured in 34 points on Saturday as the Santa Barbara Breakers crushed the Long Beach Lights Out 132-92. Bryce Sheldon was on fire from beyond the arc, scoring 27 points by halftime, and Tim Taylor finished with 24.Jimmie Baker and Eric Kendrick each scored 19 to lead Long Beach. … [Read more...]

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