Anniston, AL to play in the 2026 USBC's Champion League

Anniston, AL — October 20, 2025 — The United States Basketball Network (USBN) today announced the Anniston Model City Basketball Club (“Model City”) will compete in the 2026 USBC Champion League, the top tier of the United States Basketball Championship (USBC) tipping off May 2026. Every Champion League game will stream live and free on USBNtv (YouTube). (Instagram)

Who is Anniston Model City?

Model City is a men’s professional/semi-pro club representing Anniston, Alabama, operating with a public home base at 130 Summerall Gate Rd (Anniston Aquatic & Fitness Center) and club contacts listed for community engagement and ticketed events. The Team's Owner is La’Ray Williams.

History & footprint

The club staged its first men’s semi-pro home game on July 8, 2023 at the Anniston Aquatic & Fitness Center, marking its entry into organized regional competition.

Since then, Model City has built a steady local presence—appearing in city communications, running ticketed home dates in Anniston, and maintaining active social channels for schedules, results, and highlights.

League play & results

Model City is listed in the MBL databases with schedule, roster, and statistical pages (e.g., 2024 season record lines), reflecting an organized, travel-ready operation.

What Model City brings to the Champion League

A growing market: Anniston/East Alabama adds a new geographic footprint to the USBC map, with a city-supported venue and ticketed events.

Game-day readiness: Published schedules, opponent bookings, and recurring promotions show the operational standards needed for a national slate.

Community energy: Local government and community pages promote the team’s activities, helping convert regional interest into viewership on USBNtv.

“The Champion League rewards clubs that organize, compete, and engage fans week after week,” said a USBN spokesperson. “Anniston Model City checks those boxes and brings a proud Alabama market into our national picture.”

Season format & broadcast

The 2026 Champion League tips May 2026 with comprehensive, free live coverage on USBNtv (YouTube). League information, team announcements, and season updates appear on USBC.pro.

Home venue footprint: Anniston Aquatic & Fitness Center, 130 Summerall Gate Rd, Anniston, AL.

Club leadership: Owner/Manager La’Ray Williams.

League presence: Listed with schedule/stats in MBL records.

Recent activity: Ongoing ticketed games and results promoted across team/social channels.

Media Contact

USBN Media Relations — info@usbn.pro | usbn.pro | @The_USBN | @USBNtv

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