The Monroe Monitor - The Explosion

Training Camp begins
The Snohomish County Explosion Basketball Team will be running a two week training camp starting February 11, to finalize their roster for the 2008 season, which tips-off March 1st.

General Manager Brad Sturlaugson announced that returning players G Rashaad Powell, G/F Justin Murray, G Donald Watts, G Jamaal Miller, G/F Justin James, G Corby Schuh, G Chris Weakley, C Mike Jones, C David White, and G Rod Perez are competing alongside new prospects for roster spots. Sturlaugson stated, “We had a great core group of players from last year returning to camp. We have invited some new faces to camp to see how they would fit in with the Explosion.”

Top new prospects include former University of Washington star G Jamie Booker, C/F Jackie Jones from Oklahoma University, and G Chris Keller from Northwest University. “With the success of our inaugural season, we have many talented players wishing to join the squad. We have some decisions to make in the next couple of weeks,” Sturlaugson went on to say. The roster will be finalized by February 21st.

The Explosion season tips-off at the Monroe Sports Arena on Saturday, March 1st. Opening tip will be at 7:15pm, with the doors opening at 6pm. The first 500 fans through the door will receive a Magnetic Schedule.

Explosion Donates to Sky Valley Food Bank

General Manager Brad Sturlaugson presented a check to the Sky Valley Food Bank last week. The donation was based on a percentage of ticket sales in the months of November and December. “We are happy to give back to the community,” stated Sturlaugson, “The food bank is an important piece of the Sky Valley region.”

As the number of needy families in our community continues to grow, the demand on our food bank grows as well. Each month, enough food for approximately 30,000 meals is distributed to our neighbors in need – seniors and families who require our assistance to provide for their families. The Sky Valley Food Bank needs to be stocked and ready to meet this challenge.

The Explosion continues to foster its relationship with the food bank into the season. “We are planning a Sky Valley Food Bank night for later in the season,” Director of Ticketing Zack Mennie said. Date and details of the night are still being worked out.
For more information on the Sky Valley Food Bank, visit their website at www.svfoodbank.org, or call them at 360-794-7959.

Explosion Idol competition This Saturday

Have you ever wanted to sing the National Anthem before a sporting event? The Snohomish County Explosion is giving you that chance!

A panel of judges will decide who will grace fans with their vocal talents prior to an Explosion game this spring. The first annual Snohomish County Explosion Idol Competition will be held at the Rock Church on February 16, 2008 from 12 - 5 p.m. Registration will begin at 11am. The Rock Church is located at 16891 146th Street S.E. Monroe, WA 98272.

There is no fee to enter the competition, however, there will be donations accepted to support the Explosion Dance Team directed by Sky Valley Academy.

Go to the Explosion Idol page by clicking on the link at the top of this page, and then click on the link for the Explosion Idol Application. Print a copy and fill out entirely. Fax your application to (425) 645-8158. You can also mail your application to 333 W Main St, Monroe, WA 98272. Applications will also be accepted the day of the event. Audition order will be based on when applications are received.