Indianapolis, IN. The American Basketball Association (ABA) www.abalive.com today announced that it will add a second team in Chicago next season. “Chicago is a big city and there is certainly great room for another team there; we’ve been waiting for just the right owners to do it,” stated Joe Newman, ABA CEO. “And we found them in a former ABA player, Rodney “Mr. Mookie” Williams. “Mr. Mookie” has all of the skill sets needed to create an outstanding organization and a fine team. Having played for Ron Hicks’ Chicago Steam, “Mr. Mookie” and he should have an exciting rivalry too.”

“Mr. Mookie” is well known in Chicago having participated in Marquette Small Fry Basketball for years and having played for John Hope College Prep and Curie Metropolitan High School as well as Kennedy King College and East West University. He also started an extremely popular Team Mook Showcase at several locations in Chicago such as Hayes Park, Rainbow Beach and JLM Center. For more information about his showcases, visit www.teammook.com.

“My ABA team will not only allow individuals to display good sportsmanship and maintain a healthy lifestyle, but it will also give the community a place to be a part of as loyal fans for this exciting brand of professional basketball at affordable prices,” added Williams. “I’m going to have a vibrant announcer at games as well as a deejay, live entertainment including local and worldwide singers, dancers and other popular entertainers – every game will be fun and exciting. I really can’t wait.”

The team name, coaches, website and other information will be available shortly. For more information, email aprilrain2232@yahoo.com, or call 312 972 4998 or visit www.abalive.com.