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2017-2018 Partnership Who Are the San Diego Kings? 2017-2018 PARTNERSHIP WHO ARE THE SAN DIEGO KINGS? The San Diego Kings are a Minor-League Basketball team playing in the American Basketball Association (ABA). Started by local entrepreneur and philanthropist Abraham Muheize, who is partnered with the top Accident Attorney in San Diego, King Aminpour. The Mission of the San Diego Kings is to provide a high level of sports & entertainment for San Diego and the surrounding communities. Also, focusing heavily on get- ting involved in all communities to become the marquee professional team for San Diego, replacing the recent exit of the Chargers. As a team playing in the American Basketball Association (ABA) we are dedicated to representing the ABA with class, integrity and sound business practices. Our off-the-court continued goal is to enrich the lives of San Diegans and our student athletes, by providing life development skills, inspiration and opportunities to further their educational development through the game of bas- ketball. It is the goal of this organization to get involved in every community possible throughout San Diego, “Win- ning in the community, before winning in the gym.” 619.302.3532 [email protected] THE SAN DIEGO SPORTS MARKET • Sports in San Diego includes one major • San Diego has previously hosted two teams league professional team, several semi-pro, from the National Basketball Association amateur, and college teams, as well as other sporting events • San Diego Rockets from 1967 to 1971 (now the Houston Rockets) • The most popular sports team in San Diego is the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball • San Diego Clippers from 1978 to 1984 (now the Los Angeles Clippers) • Also popular is the college sports teams of the San Diego State Aztecs, which play in NCAA • San Diego has previously hosted the San Diego Division 1 Chargers of the National Football League from 1961 to 2017 until moving back to Los Angeles 619.302.3532 [email protected] HOW WILL THE SAN DIEGO KINGS IMPACT THE SAN DIEGO MARKET? The San Diego Kings will make an impact in the community in many ways. The goal is to capitalize on a large basketball market that can now be monetized. • San Diego School Tour • Hosting School Fund Raisers • Hosting Social Basketball Leagues • Create a winning environment • Get the community involved with the games 619.302.3532 [email protected] SAN DIEGO SCHOOL TOUR (Starting in September – 3/4 schools a week ) The Kings will attend multiple schools and stay for the day with a videographer, DJ, entertainer or motivational speaker to make an impact one school at a time. (Everything will be marketed on Social media via Live Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Snap chat & Filters) • Host an assembly • Entertainment / performances /motivational speakers • Hang out on campus during lunch time • Give out promo gear- sponsored by local businesses • Visit classes in session (School’s choices) 619.302.3532 [email protected] HOSTING SCHOOL & COMMUNITY EVENTS • Hosting School Fund Raisers • Hosting Social Basketball Leagues • High School Alumni Basketball Games • Men’s Leagues • Charity Basketball Tournaments • Women’s Leagues • 35+ - 40+ Basketball Leagues 619.302.3532 [email protected] CREATE A CULTURE • Winning environment • Get the community involved with the games • Everything is cured with winning • 13th man rule- Allowing local celebrity or person of choice to play in the game • Finding the top talent to compete at the highest level • Creating local exposure • The pool of San Diego talent is here • Halftime shows with local talent and competitions between local schools • Providing a platform for local recognition • Recognizing San Diego’s rising stars and successors throughout San Diego 619.302.3532 [email protected] AMERICAN BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION The American Basketball Association (ABA) is a men’s • ABA merged with the NBA in 1976 professional basketball league. The league has grown • ABA unmerged with the NBA in 2000 to become the largest professional sports league in the world! In 1999 Joe Newman and Richard P. Tinkham • 4 original ABA teams are now playing in the NBA founded the league. It is the re-launch of the original • NBA San Antonia Spurs ABA which merged with the NBA in 1976. Tinkham • Denver Nuggets co-founded both the original ABA and the Indiana Pac- • New Jersey Nets ers. Jo New-man was the CEO of Joe Newman Advertis- • Indiana Pacers ing, Inc. and Alliance Broadcasting Group, Inc. The ABA was established in 1967 and merged with the National • Some of the ABA notable players: Basketball Association in 1976 Some of the ABA notable • Julius Irving (Dr. J) players where: Julius Irving (Dr. J) George Gervin (The • George Gervin (The Iceman) Iceman), Rick Barry, Moses Malone along with, many • Rick Barry others that came to be NBA players. The ABA was re- • Moses Malone along with many others that formed in 2000 in partnership with the NBA and has been operating in harmony for the past 16 years. came to be NBA players 619.302.3532 [email protected] MORE FUN ABA FACTS • The 3 point shot originated in the ABA • The Slam Dunk originated in the ABA • Players must be at least 18 years old to play • Over 110+ teams play in the ABA • ABA TICKETS ARE AFFORDABLE AND RANGE FROM $10-20 for General Admission tickets ($100-$250 Season Tickets) • The normal ABA season begins in November and wraps in April of the following year • ABA sends selected teams to play its international teams including China and the Philippines • Each team’s roster consists of 10-15 Players and only 12 can be dressed to play (Exception 13th man Rule) • Each game consist of 3 official ABA referees • Winner of the 2015-2016 & 2016-2017 seasons were the Jacksonville Giants 619.302.3532 [email protected] JACKSONVILLE GIANTS • Started by accident attorney Ron Sholes • A market very similar to San Diego • Introduced to the ABA in 2010. They have been making history and setting ABA records since. The Giants have been to the ABA Final Four every season since there existence for consecutive years. The Giants have also won the ABA national championship in back to back seasons in 2012 and 2013, most recently in 2016 and 2017 Here are a few Giants Facts: • 4 time ABA National Champions • 5 time Southeast Division Champions • “ABA team of the year 2016” • 2014 ABA Most Charitable Team • 2012-2013 Team of the Year • Holds world record for most points in a game (222 points) • Proud Recipient of 2010/2011 Duval County Public Schools Business Partner Recognition Award • Member of Jax Sports Pro Coalition • Arena attendance averages more than 6,000 per game 619.302.3532 [email protected] KINGS PARTNERSHIP PACKAGE $50,000 • Name will be associated with everthing that has the San Diego Kings in 2017- 2018. Here’s what is included: • Stadium Advertising • Uniform Sponsorship • Players and Coaches • Home & Away Uniforms • Tops and Bottoms • Paractice Uniforms • Tops and Bottoms • Sweat Suits • Warm Up Shirts • All Marketing Gear San Diego Kings Basketball @sdkings_aba @sdkings_aba 619.302.3532 [email protected] NAME PLACEMENT AND PROMO THROUGHOUT ALL GAMES EVENTS AND APPEARANCES • 3D Rule will be named after you • Every time the 3D light goes off your name will be announced (4-10 times a game) • Turnover in the backcourt sets off the 3D lights and each score is worth an extra point • Banners up at home game-10 home games minimum • Table/booths/accommodations at all home games • Announcements on loud speakers throughout the game • Logo and info on all promotions, ticket sales, and social media marketing • Logo on Van wrapped for road games (Estimated Reach-500,000) • Introduced before all video productions (Estimated Reach-500,000) • For example: Season 1 promo video brought to you by…. With your name and info… Before videos and at the end of videos • Media Credentials (Estimated Reach-500,000) • Radio interviews and advertisement • Television interviews and advertisement • Team Program Guide • 3 Full Pages in the Program Guide • Market and Promote San Diego Kings Basketball @sdkings_aba @sdkings_aba 619.302.3532 [email protected] ROYAL PARTNERSHIP PACKAGE $10,000 • PA Announcements at All Events and Games • 2 – 3x6 Arena Banners Displayed at All Events and Games • Your Logo and Promotions mentioned on all our Social Media • 2 custom commercials with players • Advertise and promote 2 customized commercials for your business • Websites Bi-Weekly • Your Logo with Link and ¾ Page Advertisement on the Team Website • Player appearances at four company events • 25 Team T-Shirts to be given out during home games • Autographed ABA Ball • Autographed Team Plaque • Your Logo on All Printed Advertisements/Promotions distributed during the season • 50 General Admission Tickets per Home Game San Diego Kings Basketball @sdkings_aba @sdkings_aba 619.302.3532 [email protected] GOLD PARTNERSHIP PACKAGE $5000 • PA Announcements at All Home Games • 1 – 2x4 Arena Banners Displayed at All Home Games • 1 customized commercial for your business by the San Diego Kings • Logo with Link and ½ Page Advertisement on Team Website • Autographed ABA Ball • 15 General Admission Season Tickets • 15 Team T-Shirts San Diego Kings Basketball @sdkings_aba @sdkings_aba 619.302.3532 [email protected] SILVER PARTNERSHIP PACKAGE $2500 San Diego Kings Basketball @sdkings_aba @sdkings_aba • PA Announcements at All Home Games • 1 – 2x4 Arena Banners Displayed at All Home Games • Logo with Link and ½ Page Advertisement on Team Website • Autographed
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