SAN IGNACIO TOWN, Sat. Oct. 17, 2015–The National Elite Basketball League (NEBL) will commence its third, annual basketball tournament on Friday, January 15, 2016.  Six of the seven teams who participated last season have already committed to be a part of the 2016 season.

These teams are:  Belize City No Limit, Belize Hurricanes, San Pedro Tiger Sharks, Belmopan Red Taigaz, Cayo Western Ballaz and Dangriga Warriors.  Of the seven teams, only Orange Walk Running Rebels has not confirmed its participation in next year’s tournament.

The NEBL is pleased to announce that Independence Thunderbolt will be a new franchise in the league.  Congratulations to Independence for winning the bid to become the new team in the league.