Collection: ABL Wire

Official news and announcements from the American Basketball League.

BREAKING: Official Schedule to Post Oct. 27th

New Braunfels, TX – The American Basketball League’s regular season schedule for the 2026 season will post Tuesday Evening, October 27th at 7:00 PM CDT. The Houston Valor and River City Blues will tip things off in Bracken, TX on November 15th.

Chief Rival Games: The intra city rival games between the River City Blues and the Texas Titanium will be played Satruday, November 21st in Bracken, TX, and the Houston Jets and the Houston Valor battle at Victory1 Sports Center in Katy, TX on November 27th.

For more info, visit https://ablhoopsonline.com

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BREAKING: Delayed Opener Tips Off 11/15

New Braunfels, TX – The ABL’s scheduled October 31st Season Openers have been postponed until November 15th, the league announced. “ABL President Mac Claire explained, “There were a few reasons to delay the openers, but the bottom line was we needed extra time to sort out a few kinks.

“We should be good to go on the 15th now.”

Novermber 15 at 12 Noon is when the Houston Valor will visit the River City Blues at their new home, Victory1 Center, 18531 FM 2252 in Bracken, TX.

The Blues will hold a couple of raffles during time outs, and will have a contest at halftime for the younger children.

General Admission is $5.00, and tickets go on sale October 27th at 12 Noon. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets or for more information, email mac@ablhoopsonline.com, or call 210-201-4622.

ABL APPOINTS NATHANIEL RODRIGUEZ DIRECTOR OF OFFICIALS

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX — The American Basketball League has appointed Nathaniel Rodriguez as the league’s lead official and Director of Officials.

In his new role, Rodriguez will oversee the ABL’s officiating operations and will be responsible for creating referee schedules for league games.

All ABL referees will report to Rodriguez regarding scheduling, questions, concerns, and other matters related to league officiating.

The ABL welcomes Rodriguez to his new leadership role and looks forward to his contributions as the league continues to build its officiating program.

Tickets Now On Sale for ABL Season Opener — Sept. 26th

New Braunfels, TX — The wait is over! Tickets are now on sale for the American Basketball League’s inaugural season opener, set for Saturday, September 26th, 2026.

The Houston Valor will take on the Texas Titanium at the Mill Street Youth Center, 407 Mill Street, New Braunfels, Texas.

🏀 ABL SEASON OPENER

Houston Valor vs. Texas Titanium
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Mill Street Youth Center
407 Mill Street — New Braunfels, TX

Admission: $7.00

And there’s more for the fans!

Your ticket purchase includes a soda or water and a bag of chips at no additional cost, with one of each included as a bundle.

Fans who purchase admission will also receive a voucher for free admission to the October 3rd games, provided the voucher holder is accompanied by two paying fans on October 3rd.

This is more than just a basketball game.

It’s the beginning of the ABL era.

Come out, support the teams, and be there when the American Basketball League officially tips off its inaugural season.

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Houston Valor vs. Texas Titanium
September 26th — New Braunfels, Texas