Category: Titanium

Valor Open ABL Season vs Blues Nov. 15th

New Braunfels, TX – The ABL waited for about two weeks after deciding to push the start of the inaugural season back, before getting confirmaion of the new dates from the Mill Street Youth Center.

The dates are locked in.

The Texas Titanium will open against the Houston Valor before the River City Blues take on the Houston Valor aon Saturday, October 31st, and hopefully entertain a plethora of young ghosts and gobblins on Halloween Evening in the process. Tip off for the opener is scheduled for 5:15PM. The lesgue is keeping tight lipped about pre-game festivites to celebrate the historic event, but there will be a jump ball ceremony.

Beneath are the dates for the New Braunfels portion of the schedule:

*October 31st – 5 PM

November 21st – 2 PM

**December 6th – 2 PM

December 12th – 2 PM

December 19th – 1 PM – ABL Championship Saturday

Valor, Jets Open in Houston November 7th

In Houston, the Valor and the Jets are hopeful to receive confirmation of their home dates from the league office in a few days as well. The expected home opener is November 7th.

The scheduled games will likely be the Blues and Valor in the first gaqme, while the Jets play their first home game against the Titanium. League President Mac Claire says not everyone was notified about the New Braunfels dates becoming official before this article went to print, but that he will send out a blast email and a blast text before the the night. “This is getting kind of exciting and they all need to be notified so they can plan to bring friend and family to the games,” Claire said before adding, “It’s time. It’s been time. AndI’m looking forward to the season openers.”


Valor, Titanium Tip Off ABL’s 1st Season Sept. 26th

 

The American Basketball League is pleased to announce the official tip of date for ABL basketball.

On Saturday, September 26th, 2026, the Houston Valor will take on the Texas Titanium in New Braunfels, TX. at the Mill Street Youth Center, 407 Mill Street.

Tickets go on sale Monday, August 10th, at $7.00.

Proof of purchase entitles you to a soda or water, and a bag of chips at no additional cost.  This is only good for one of each, and as a bundle.

Paying fans will also receive q voucher that allows them free admission to games October 3rd if accompanied by two paying fans on that date.

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Titanium Tryout Successful

Pair Impress as Roster Starts Taking Shape

New Braunfels, TX – The Texas Titanium are expected to sign two players following Saturday’s tryout.
Sharpshooting guard Christian “Fish” Fishet impressed with his perimeter range and ability to knock down the mid-range jumper — a skill that has become increasingly rare in today’s game.

Athletic frontcourt player Marquis Traylor also stood out, showcasing his strength and ability to run the floor in transition. That style of play is exactly what Player-Coach Shaquille Hall is looking for as he begins constructing the Titanium’s inaugural roster.

Watch the video below to hear comments from Fisher, Traylor, Hall, and Kevin Molina, who previously signed with the Titanium.

Hall Picked as Player-Coach

Just weeks after signing a contract to play for the Texas Titanium, Shaquille Hall accepted an offer to be head-coach for the ABL club. Hall, the 6’8″ front court man whose experience includes time in the ABA and the United States Military is charged with the task of finding the right group of players who will play as one instead of a bunch of individuals.

During a phone calll, Shaq said now that the job is officially his, “I now know what I have to do.” When pressed, he elaborated saying that he needs to go and recruit. That he said, is top priority.

The ABL season begins this Spring.

Historic Signings as Titanium Ink Two

New Braunfels, TX – The Texas Titanium became the first team to officially add a player to its roster by signing guard Kevin Molina. Moments later, forward / center Shaquille Hall signed with the Titanium as well.

Molina played collegiately at the University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio. He overcame autism and other challenges but he is ready to this next chapter in his career.

The six foot, seven inch Hall played at the University of Texas, San Antonio before playing for four years while in the Military, followed by a stint with the ABA’s San Antonio Blaze.

The two joined ABL CEO Mac Claire for the historic signing in New Braunfels before Molina, took family and friends away to celebrate at a nearby restaurant. The 36 year old Shaq on the other hand, chose to head back home to celebrate with his family.

A contrast of these two players, yet they already have made a connection.

That can only bode well for the Titanium when the season begins.

Titanuium to Make Historic Signing Friday

New Braunfels, TX – The American Basketball League’s Texas Titanum will be the first to put a player’s John Hancock on a league contract Friday.

It’s former Incarnate Word University’s Kevin Molina.

A symbol of perseverence, an example of what can happen when one ignores the naysayers, the older than average rookie is realizing a dream, to play competitive basketball on a minor league team.

“This is about more than basketball ability,” explained ABL Founder and CEO Mac Claire. “This is about a guy who had done all that’s been asked of him.

“Staring disabilities in the face and winning, that takes courage that many would never find within themselves.”

The determined Molina has overcome autism and is an inspiration to many who deal with that challenge. Friday’s signing will mean more to him than one could imagine.

“I’m excited about the opportunity to play basketball on the minor league level. Having graduated at a later age than most (Kevin is 32 years young), I’m fortunate to have this chance.”

The Titanium open the season at home in New Braunfels on April 25th vs the Houston Jets.

Players Can Register for Team Tryouts

New Braunfels, TX – If you are a serious basketball player looking to play serious minor league hoops , The American Basketball League invites you to register for team tryouts with any of these following teams: Texas Titanium (San Antonio), Houston Jets, Houston Valor, Carolina Gremlins (Charlotte). Early Bird Registration fee is $35.00 per registrant.

Currently the Texas Titanium are getting set to host the Titanium Strong Basketball Invitational Tournament. The Carolina Gremlins, the Houston Jets, and another team yet to be confirmed will join the Titanium for the event.

Email League President Mac Claire, Email Director of Eastern Conference Recruiting Trae Long, or call Jets General Manager Keith Thompson at 346-507-7560 for additional information.