CBA INTERNATIONAL MEMBER RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP TO ATTEND ISA PREP IN OHIO
YANCEEH FLERET IS SET TO CONTINUE HIS JOURNEY WITH ISA THIS MONTH
Aug 10, 2022 @ 2:59 PM
CBA Media Relations, Contributor
After enduring most of his childhood wishing for a better life outside of his homeland of Guyana, Yanceeh Fleret found himself in Paris just years later with his family as they escaped the dangers of living in his South American country. Upon his life's journey, he loved to play basketball, and eventually became selected to play for a few elite teams in France and Canada before making his way to CBA - where he excelled in training programs, and adjusting to life in America especially in Chicago.
Yanceeh Fleret is the first member of CBA to receive a scholarship to ISA, which symbolizes a monumental step for both academies as they continue to carry out their partnership efforts. With a whopping $37,000 scholarship awarded to Yanceeh, him and his family immediately displayed tears of joy when they received the news while at their home residence in Paris.
Yanceeh Fleret is set to report to ISA at the end of the month to continue his basketball, and life's mission. ISA is located on the Andrew Osbourne campus, in Willoughby, OH which is just about 20 minutes north of Cleveland. They are set to play the likes of Link Year Prep, Vincennes Indian Hills, Spire Academy and many more.
Yanceeh Fleret with ISA's Post-Grad Head Coach, Johnny Dancy
CBA LAUNCHES 2021 SUMMER SHOWCASE FOR ATHLETES
SHOWCASE STARTS THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO
Jul 7, 2021 @ 8:59 PM
CBA Media Relations, Contributor
During this historic time for college athletes, capitalizing on their talents 'off' the court has never been more lucrative. Since all the smoke cleared in regards to NCAA regulations, CBA announced the launch of its 2021 Summer Showcase kicking off in Chicago this weekend, and lasting through mid August. The Summer Showcase will provide current & prospective NCAA, and pro athletes with both on-off court demonstrations, breakdowns, and tactics used by some of the most successful personnel throughout the NCAA, NBA and FIBA.
Notable athletes will have a chance at getting invited to pro workouts and training camps based on their level of experience & performance. In addition, they will have an opportunity to engage with branding & marketing specialists, and create strategies to position their social profile in front of viewers who are set to stream from around the world.
The first Summer Showcase is set to begin Sat. afternoon at the Drucker Center in Lincoln Park.
List of Athletes in Attendance for CBA 2021 Summer Showcase
CBA SETTLES CIVIL LAWSUIT WITH STATES ATTORNEY
CIVIL CASE FROM 2017 FINALLY RESOLVED
Jun 2, 2020 @ 8:59 PM
Terry Brennan, CBA Legal Counsel
Since June 2017, the Chicago Basketball Academy has endured a tiring legal dispute with the Cook County State’s Attorney. But we are happy to announce that the parties have now resolved their differences, with no admissions of liability. The settlement will allow the CBA to continue pursuing our core missions: training aspiring basketball players and mentoring through the Basketball Economy.
We want to thank all those who stood with us through a difficult period – especially the young people who have found a home in our programs. Most of all, we want to look forward, to a bright future for the CBA and a growing relationship with this city, the game of basketball and the many opportunities they provide.
For more info email attorney, Terry Brennan
CBA LAUNCHES PROGRAMS IN MULTIPLE CITIES OF MOROCCO
USING BASKETBALL TO UNITE THE WORLD
Oct 16, 2019 @ 5:59 PM
CBA Media Relations, Contributor
Already present in Casablanca, the Chicago Basketball Academy arrives this year in Rabat. Registrations began Wednesday, September 11th. It is the turn of the basketball academies to open in Morocco. Already present in Casablanca since last season, the Chicago Basketball Academy arrives this year in Rabat. The Academy is located at Parc Hassan II, in front of the Sofitel hotel. The Academy is inspired by the Chicago basketball game method, one of the world's basketball giants. Last Wednesday it organized a first open house to welcome children interested in this sport. A second was planned Saturday, September 14th.
The coaches are Moroccan. They are graduates in sports training or have degrees from FIBA (International Basketball Federation). American coaches will make monthly visits to supervise the training sessions. The participants of the Chicago Basketball Academy will participate in July 2020 in an international basketball tournament in the United States. Registration can be done at the Academy, Hassan II Park in Rabat, training days (Wednesday and Sunday), or at the Academy headquarters, Zaer road.
CBA's Founder, Damond L. Williams pictured above playing basketball with kids from Rabat
CBA WINS 2018 CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT SUMMER YOUTH TOURNAMENT
UNDEFEATED CHAMPIONS
Sep 7, 2018 @ 3:59 PM
CBA Media Relations, Contributor
CBA reaches yet another milestone in the sports department - by finishing with an impressive undefeated victory (8-0) during the 2018 Chicago Park District youth basketball tournament held in Old Town. The tournament, now in its 3rd year, featured other notable basketball programs from around the city including Farragut HS and Francis Parker. The championship title didn't come by that easily, as each game was decided by at least 5 points or less - even including an overtime victory that propelled CBA into the semi-finals. Coach Will, and Coach Toshi (shown in the photo above) led the surge from the sidelines, adding that the level of competition was undoubtedly high.
CBA plans to add a youth girls basketball team in the tournament next summer, as well as planning to add its first female coach to the sidelines.
CBA's Guard, Elijah Smith pictured above holding his championship trophy
CBA RECOGNIZED BY THE BBB FOR 5 YEARS IN BUSINESS
CBA REACHES 5 YEAR MILESTONE
May 9, 2018 @ 10:24 AM
CBA Media Relations, Contributor
CBA reaches a huge milestone - just as the second quarter kicks off into full gear. With recognition and highlights from the BBB and many others business listing agencies in the US, this is certainly a great time for CBA as it heads into the next phase of operations and re-organization. In honor of the company's 5 year mark, CBA plans to focus more on corporate governance, and strengthening its corporate policy as a way to alleviate and potential liability or damages.
In addition to fortifying its governance, CBA plans to add more global programs, community-based initiatives, and aim its mission towards basketball communities around the globe.
CBA FOUNDER INVITED BY BMO AND BULLS TO PLAY AT THE UC
CBA FOUNDER PLAYS AT THE UNITED CENTER
Feb 9, 2018 @ 3:48 PM
CBA Media Relations, Contributor
With a special invitation from the BMO Harris family and the Chicago Bulls, CBA Founder, Damond L. Williams participated in the annual 'Court of Dreams' game held at the United Center. The 40 minute game, coached by former legendary Bulls Center Bill Wennington, and announcer Chucky Swirsky, went down to the wire. Mr. Williams stated, "I had so much fun, and it was such an amazing time playing at the United Center. Having Bill Wennington coach our team, and come up with a game plan to help us win the game was great to experience."
After the game, the 'Court of Dreams' players attended a private dinner which hosted and Q&A with former legendary Bulls Forward Horace Grant, and watched the Bulls play the Minnesota Timberwolves, which hosted an array of former Bulls players. The Bulls went on to win the game with a late offensive surge by Bulls Guard, Zach Levine.
Bill Wennington and CBA Founder, Damond L. Williams
CBA HOSTS JAPANESE COLLEGE BASKETBALL COACHES IN CHICAGO
Dec 7, 2017 @ 10:12 AM
CBA Media Relations, Contributor
Last week, coaches from two very known universities in Japan, Jobu University and Kanto Gakuen University attended CBA's cultural exchange program for international coaches. Coach Mr. Tomo (left) returned for his second exchange with CBA while the two other coaches experienced their first cultural exchange, as well as their first time visiting America. In addition to each coach loving every facet about the city of Chicago, from its skyscrapers, to the lakefront skyline and many places to shop, they were particularly fascinated of how well the infrastructure of gymnasiums and athletic facilities are built here in the US. They stated that compared to athletic facilities in Japan, here in the US is ahead of them by lightyears.
In 2018, the coaches plan to create annual sport exchanges with CBA that will allow Japanese athletes to participate in workshops that expose the Basketball Economy, scrimmage other local colleges & universities, and attend personalized training sessions to further develop the sport of basketball in their country.
NFL PLAYER JOINS CBA GIVING CIRLE
Nathan Palmer, NFL Linebacker & Chicago Native Gives Back
Dec 12, 2016 @ 8:21 AM
CBA Media Relations, Contributor
Nathan Palmer, Chicago native and NFL star join CBA's Giving Circle as a “3-Point” level Social Sponsor. Palmer, a former Illinois State Redbird and Greenbay Packer, is now a member of the Tennessee Titans and is an avid supporter of youth development. Growing up on Chicago’s south-side he understands having access to safe & reliable resources are important for the community he grew up in as well as in others around Chicago.
“I play professional football, there is a lot of money that flows through that and it takes a lot of money to participate in a sport,” Palmer said. “I figured it’s the same way with basketball. Now we’re talking about kids from less fortunate communities having to come up with ‘x’ amount of dollars, this is an area that needs more funding.”
His sponsorship will provide selected participants with access to CBA’s programs and facilities, and help improve differences that most Chicago youth and families face on a day-to-day basis, which is access to high-quality programs.
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