DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen

    Halifax Rainmen re-sign local guard Tyler Richards

    Date:09/20/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    Halifax Rainmen re-sign local guard Tyler Richards -For immediate release- September 20th, 2013 (Halifax, NS) The Halifax Rainmen are proud to announce that they have re-signed Canadian guard Tyler Richards, a local legend and Rainmen fan favourite who could be spotted this summer coaching youth camps and tirelessly working on his game in gyms all over Nova Scotia. Richards, a 6'2 s...


    Halifax Rainmen announce 2013/14 Season Ticket Prices

    Date:09/16/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    SEASON TICKETS FLOOR SEATING Subscription Ticket Pricing Pre-Tax Tax Total Total Price Total Game s Price Per game avg. VIP Bench side (Jack Nicholson Seats) ...


    RAINMEN SIGN FORMER CIS STARS

    Date:09/09/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    The Halifax Rainmen are excited to announce the signing of a pair of young, Canadian players who starred in the CIS.  Robert Nortmann is an athletic 6'7 PF/C out of Halifax's Dalhousie University, where he starred as a Senior, averaging 14.6 points and 6.4 rebounds over 21 games, was named to the 2011-12 All-AUS 2nd Team and helped lead the Tigers to two AUS Championships (2009, 2011...


    RAINMEN SIGN EXPERIENCED VETERANS

    Date:08/29/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN SIGN EXPERIENCED VETERANS   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                    AUGUST 29 2013   (HALIFAX, NS) The Halifax Rainmen are proud to announce the signing of two more experienced players, as they continue to add new talent to their...


    RAINMEN SIGN 6'7 FORWARD IVAN HARRIS

    Date:08/27/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN SIGN 6'7 FORWARD IVAN HARRIS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                            AUGUST 27 2013   (HALIFAX, NS)   The Halifax Rainmen are proud to announce the signing of Ivan Harris, pending FIBA clearance. A 6'7 forward out of Ohio State University, who was nickna...


    HALIFAX RAINMEN FAVOR BIG MEN IN THE 2013-14 DRAFT

    Date:08/20/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    HALIFAX RAINMEN FAVOR BIG MEN IN THE 2013-14 DRAFT    (HALIFAX,NS) On August 19th, the NBL Canada held its 2013 Draft in Markham, Ontario. The Halifax Rainmen headed into the draft with 5 picks, the 3rd, 5th, 15th, 24th and 27th selections overall. With the 3rd overall pick the Rainmen selected Raven Barber, an athletic 6'9 forward out of Mount St. Mary's Univ...


    RAINMEN ANNOUNCE 2013-14 SEASON

    Date:08/19/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    (HALIFAX, N.S)    The Halifax Rainmen are pleased to release their 2013-14 regular season schedule.    Led by newly appointed Head Coach Chris Terrell, the team will kick-off its regular season campaign at the Halifax Metro Centre on November 1 at 7:00 p.m. against the Saint John Mill Rats.    "We are extremely excited to get this season started and ar...


    RAINMEN ANNOUNCE NEW HEAD COACH

    Date:08/06/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    HALIFAX RAINMEN NAME NEW HEAD COACH   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                    AUGUST 6 2013    The Halifax Rainmen are happy to announce the signing of head coach Chris Terrell.  Coach Terrell has had many stops around the world coaching at the highest levels, most ...


    JOEY HAYWOOD NAMED TO THE NBL CANADA EAST ALL STAR TEAM

    Date:04/05/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    JOEY HAYWOOD NAMED TO THE NBL CANADA EAST ALL STAR TEAM -For Immediate Release-      April 5 2013   (HALIFAX,NS)   The Halifax Rainmen are pleased to announce Joey Haywood has been named to the East NBL Canada All Star Team that will participate in the 2013 NBL Canada All Star Weekend, presented by LiUNA, on April 13-14 in Saint John, N.B.   The selection pro...


    RAINMEN LOSE FINAL REGULAR SEASON HOME GAME

    Date:03/12/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN LOSE FINAL REGULAR SEASON HOME GAME For Immediate Release      March 12 2013   (HALIFAX, NS) On Tuesday night the Rainmen held their last regular season home game, losing a tough game to the London Lightning 103-87 in front of a crowd of 2521 at the Halifax Metro Centre. In the first quarter the Rainmen started strong, and Joey Haywood's 3 point play-giving hi...


    LAST HOME GAME OF THE REGULAR SEASON TO SUPPORT FEED NOVA SCOTIA

    Date:03/11/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    On Tuesday March 12th, the Halifax Rainmen will be helping to support Feed Nova Scotia for the last home game of the regular season. Bring a non perishable food item and drop it off at 1 of 4 location at the entry gates of the Halifax Metro Centre. Look for the Feed Nova Scotia representatives and help support a great cause. ...


    STORM HOLD OFF RAINMEN

    Date:03/10/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    STORM HOLD OFF RAINMEN -For Immediate Release-   March 10 2013   (HALIFAX,NS) On Sunday afternoon the Halifax Rainmen suffered a road defeat at the hands of the Summerside Storm, as the final score was 118-112 in a closely contested game. The Rainmen started out hot as they led 33-29 after the first quarter and took a 64-55 lead into halftime, led by guard Melvin Goins with 16 poi...


    RAINMEN KEEP PLAYOFF HOPES ALIVE

    Date:03/09/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN KEEP PLAYOFF HOPES ALIVE -For Immediate Release-    March 9 2013   (HALIFAX, NS)   On Saturday night the Halifax Rainmen helped themselves move forward in their quest for the NBL Canada playoffs, as they beat the Oshawa Power 125-78 in front of 3029 fans at the Halifax Metro Centre. The Rainmen trailed the Power 21-20 after the first quarter, but outscored th...


    HALIFAX RAINMEN HALF DAY BASKETBALL CLINIC

    Date:03/05/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    Back by Popular Demand!   The Halifax Rainmen are pleased to announce a half-day Eastlink March Break basketball clinic for youth aged 7 to 15, taking place at the Halifax Metro Centre on Wednesday, March 13 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.    Head Coach Rob Spon will be directing the camp along with help from a select group of Halifax Rainmen players.    The cost to attend...


    PLAYOFF PACKAGES ARE NOW AVAILABLE

    Date:03/05/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    Playoff ticket packages are now on sale for the 2013 NBLCanada Playoffs You can purchase seats for the playoffs now by purchasing 1 of the 4 available playoff packages. All seats are subject to availability Please note that ALL season ticket holder seats will be held until  5pm on March 15th, 2013 and are currently available for Season Seat Holders to purchase  Playoff tickets ar...


    RAINMEN PLACE LATHAN ON INJURED RESERVE

    Date:03/04/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

      RAINMEN PLACE LATHAN ON INJURED RESERVE -For Immediate Release-    March 4 2013     (HALIFAX,NS)   The Halifax Rainmen placed Trayvon Lathan on Injured Reserved and signed point guard Michael Hunter.  Hunter is a five foot ten point guard out of the University of California at Irvine.  Hunter just finished his season with the Guerreros (LNBP) -A to...


    RAINMEN LOSE BIG GAME ON THE ROAD

    Date:03/03/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN LOSE BIG GAME ON THE ROAD -For Immediate Release-       March 3 2013   (HALIFAX, NS)   On Sunday the Halifax Rainmen travelled to Saint John to take on their Atlantic Conference Rivals the Saint John Mill Rats, in the final of the 8 regular season meetings between the teams this season. The Mill Rats had a strong second-half on their way to a 121-111 vic...


    RAINMEN DEFEAT JAZZ ON THE ROAD

    Date:03/01/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN DEFEAT JAZZ ON THE ROAD -For Immediate Release-       March 1 2013   (HALIFAX, NS)   On Friday the Halifax Rainmen defeated the Montreal Jazz 112-104 in Montreal. With the win the Rainmen improved to 18-17 on the season, taking sole possession of second place in the Atlantic Conference and fourth in the NBL Canada. The Rainmen were led by forwa...


    RAINMEN REACTIVAE AKEEM WRIGHT

    Date:02/28/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN REACTIVATE AKEEM WRIGHT -For Immediate Release-         February 28 2012   (HALIFAX,NS)   After a day of suspension, and a fine of an undisclosed amount due to unprofessional behaviour detrimental to the team, Akeem Wright has been reactivated by the Halifax Rainmen.   "I understand and respect the team's actions and just want to get bac...


    RAINMEN MAKE FINAL CHANGES

    Date:02/26/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN MAKE FINAL CHANGES   -For Immediate Release-        February 26 2013   (HALIFAX, NS)   On Tuesday morning the Halifax Rainmen have announced that they have released six foot nine forward Antoine Tisby and placed six foot six small forward Akeem Wright on Inactive Reserve.     Wright has been placed on the Inactive reserve due ...


    RAINMEN DROP ROAD GAME IN MONCTON

    Date:02/25/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN DROP ROAD GAME IN MONCTON -For Immediate Release-        February 25 2013   (HALIFAX<,NS)   On Monday February 25th, the Halifax Rainmen travelled to Moncton to take on the Miracles, in a matchup of Atlantic Conference rivals that was rescheduled from February 10th due to a snow storm. The Miracles beat the Rainmen 99-84, in what was a must-win game f...


    RAINMEN BEAT MONTREAL

    Date:02/23/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN BEAT MONTREAL -For Immediate Release-        February 23 2013     On Saturday night the Halifax Rainmen beat the Montreal Jazz in front of 2864 fans.   In the first quarter the Rainmen took a 31-13 lead behind 5-10 shooting from 3 point range, led by Tyler Richards, who had 9 points and 4 assists in the first quarter of his first start of the seas...


    RAINMEN TO HOST CURE ON THE COURT

    Date:02/20/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    RAINMEN TO HOST CURE ON THE COURT -For Immediate Release-     February 20 2013     (Halifax, NS)    The Halifax Rainmen will be holding their implementation of the National Basketball League of Canada’s ‘Cure On The Court’ initiative Saturday February 23rd match-up against the Montreal Jazz.   Cure on the Court was developed by N...


    RAINMEN OFFER MOOSEHEADS SEASON TICKET HOLDERS SPECIAL OFFER

    Date:02/19/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    The Halifax Rainmen have partnered with the Halifax Mooseheads to offer their season ticket holders a special promotion. VIsit the Ticket Atlantic Box Office, show your Mooseheads Season Ticket Holder Identification card and receive tickets to our Feb 23rd game vs the Montreal Jazz.  Although there is no guarantee of receiving the same seat that is currently held for the Mooseheads, how...


    FEB 23 CURE ON THE COURT

    Date:02/18/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    Halifax Rainmen partner with Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation  This Saturday February 23rd, the Halifax Rainmen will be helping to raise funds to support Breast Cancer Research. We are asking everyone to come out and think pink while helping to raise much needed dollars for a great cause You can support fundraising through several ways There is an online auction where the Rainmen are...


    MILLRATS BEAT RAINMEN IN HALIFAX

    Date:02/17/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

      MILLRATS BEAT RAINMEN IN HALIFAX For Immediate Release             February 17 2013 (HALIFAX,NS) On Sunday afternoon the Halifax Rainmen lost to the Saint John Mill Rats 91-89 in an exciting, closely contested game in front of 3456 fans at the Halifax Metro Centre. In the first quarter the Rainmen were led by 11 points from Quinnel Brown, but he pic...


    Play Basketball with your Halifax Rainmen!

    Date:02/15/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

      Play Basketball with your Halifax Rainmen! Basketball camp dates for the 2012-2013 season have been selected, and we can't wait to see you out on the court!  July 2-5, 2013 (Tue-Fri): 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. August 12-15 2013 (Mon-Thu): 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Age g...


    SUNDAY IS FIRE FIGHTER DAY

    Date:02/12/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

    Feel The Thunder The Halifax Rainmen and the Halifax Regional Fire Fighters have partnered together for a second year to help raise funds for Muscular Dystrophy Research. Purchase a ticket from Muscular Dystrophy Canada for $10 and help raise funds for MS research. $5 of every ticket will be given back to help fund the MS Society To purchase your ticket please contact Shelly McWilliams ...


    RAINMEN AND UNITED WAY OF HALIFAX FORM A SLAM-DUNK PARTNERSHIP

    Date:02/11/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

      RAINMEN AND UNITED WAY OF HALIFAX FORM A SLAM-DUNK PARTNERSHIP   -for immediate release-        February 11 2013   (Halifax, NS)  The Halifax Rainmen are pleased to announce a new partnership with the United Way of Halifax, which will allow half of all tickets sold for the March 9 Rainmen home game versus the Oshawa ...


    RAINMEN WIN THIRD STRAIGHT

    Date:02/08/2013  Source:DISABLED NBL: Halifax Rainmen 

      RAINMEN WIN THIRD STRAIGHT   -For immediate release-      February 8 2013   (HALIFAX, NS)   On Friday night the Halifax Rainmen beat the Montreal Jazz 122-113 in Montreal. The Rainmen have now won 3 straight games during the most crucial stretch of their season and improved to 16-15 on the season, 2nd in the Atlantic Conf...