XGEN Elite, WNY’s premier sports tournament and events organization, is proud to announce that they are bringing professional basketball back to the WNY area. XGEN has purchased the exclusive rights to bring an American Basketball Association (ABA) team to Buffalo, with an inaugural season slated for this November 2023. The team, dubbed “The Buffalo eXtreme”, will play as a member of the ABA’s Northeast Region.
ANNOUNCEMENT
ABOUT THE ABA
The ABA is a men’s professional basketball league initially formed in partnership with the NBA. It is America’s largest pro league with over 180 teams in the US and now with an ABA Mexico league. ABA teams provide excellent opportunities for players seeking to advance their professional careers. Notable ABA players of the past include Rick Barry, Moses Malone, Dr J (Julius Irving), George Gervin and many others. The ABA season consists of 20 games and runs from November through April (including playoffs).
SCHEDULE
The eXtreme is pleased to announce its schedule for its inaugural 2023-24 season…
WIN 98 – 96
Saturday, November 4th
Buffalo eXtreme @ Rochester Kingz
WIN 105 – 96
Sunday, November 5th
Buffalo eXtreme @ Rochester Kingz
WIN 119-110
Saturday, November 11th
Buffalo eXtreme @ Upstate Trojans
WIN 152-46
Sunday, November 12th
Westchester Stars @ Buffalo eXtreme
WIN 160-80
Saturday, November 25th
Buffalo eXtreme @ 518 Ballers
WIN 130-89
Saturday, December 2nd
New Hampshire Kingz @ Buffalo Extreme
LOSS 118-103
Sunday, December 3rd
Rochester Kingz @ Buffalo Extreme
AWAY GAME
Saturday, December 16th
Time TBD
Buffalo eXtreme @ Upstate Trojans
AWAY GAME
Sunday, December 17th
Time: 4:00 pm
Buffalo eXtreme @ New Hampshire Kingz
HOME GAME
Saturday, December 30th
Time 7:00 pm
Upstate Trojans @ Buffalo eXtreme
AWAY GAME
Sunday, January 7th
Time 7:00 PM
Buffalo eXtreme @ Rochester Kingz
AWAY GAME
Saturday, January 13th
Time TBD
Buffalo eXtreme @ Binghamton Bulldogs
HOME GAME
Sunday, January 14th
Time 5:00 pm
518 Ballers @ Buffalo eXtreme
AWAY GAME
Sunday, January 28th
Time TBD
Buffalo eXtreme @ Bennington (VT)
HOME GAME
Saturday, February 3rd
Time 7:00 pm
Upstate Trojans @ Buffalo eXtreme
HOME GAME
Saturday, February 10th
Time 7:00 pm
Herkimer Originals @ Buffalo eXtreme
AWAY GAME
Sunday, February 25th
Time TBD
Buffalo eXtreme @ Rochester Kingz
HOME GAME
Saturday, March 2nd
Time 7:00 pm
Binghamton Bulldogs @ Buffalo eXtreme
AWAY GAME
Sunday, March 3rd
Time TBD
Buffalo eXtreme @ Herkimer Originals
SEASON TICKET INFORMATION
Single game tickets can be purchased for home games on the schedule above. Season ticket options are available for purchase below:
General Admission
$99
Bleachers & designated standing room areas
VIP / General Admission
$149
Sideline & baseline floor seats (not including 1st row)
VIP Premier
$399
Premier seating & Dinner by Butcher Dave; 1st row floor seats & 1st row mezzanine
Student General Admission
$79
Bleachers & designated standing room areas – students only
Student VIP / General Admission
$119
Sideline & baseline floor seats (not including 1st row) – students only
SEASON TICKET PURCHASE
Complete the form below to purchase your season tickets:
OUR STAFF
Richard "Rich" Jacob
Head Coach
Veteran Collegiate & Professional Coach
Medaille, Daemen, Villa Maria
NCCC, ECC, UB, Niagara University
Buffalo Rapids
Bob Bateson
Associate Head Coach
Strength & Conditioning Expert
Former Buffalo Bill
Owner - Body Blocks Fitness of Buffalo
OUR PLAYERS
JavonMcCrea
6'9" - Power Forward
All-time leading scorer at University of Buffalo
MAC Player of the Year 2014
Played Professionally in Germany, Japan and Israel
JonBailey
6'10" - Center
Milwaukee, Wisconsin Native
Played College Ball at Wisconsin Lutheran
240 lbs – Controls the Paint
Howard Washington
6'-3" - Guard
All-WNY player at Canisius High School
All Star at Montverde Academy
3 Years Playing for Jim Boeheim & Syracuse Orange
Jamaal
Carter
6'1" - Guard
All League & All WNY at City Honors
Roberts Wesleyan & Lindenwood University
Played Professionally in Armenia
Averaged 23.5 pts, 8 rebounds, 5 assists
Jaceary
Menes
6'0" - Guard
All Star at Niagara Catholic
4 Year standout player at Cazenovia College
High Percentage 3 Pt Shooter
Marcellus
Cooper
6'5" - Small Forward
All Star at Amherst High School
Played at NCCC & Bryant & Stratton
High Flying Windmill Dunker
Lovell
Smith
6'3" - Guard
All Star at McKinley High School
All SUNYAC Player at Buffalo State
National Division 3 Recognition
Quran
DuBois
6'3" - Forward
All State & All League for Niagara Falls HS
Played 4 years at SUNY Canton
Led Team in Scoring (avg 19 points) and Steals
Marcus
Feagin
6'3" - Forward
Standout Player at Niagara Falls HS
Played Professionally for 716ers & Chautauqua Hurricanes
Known as “Mr. Hustle”
Alex
Golda
6'4" - Forward
Standout at Lackawanna HS
Several All-WNY Selections
Outstanding Energy
OUR TEAM
BUSINESS SPONSORS
We welcome any WNY businesses interested in promoting their product or service alongside the launch and growth of our new professional basketball team in Buffalo. Sponsorship levels range from $1,000 industry sponsors to more exclusive $2,500 and $5,000 sponsorships. If you have an interest in being a part of this exciting new launch, click below (we will then reply to discuss details) …
CURRENT SPONSORS
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General Contact
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Phone: (716) 575-9179
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