St. Louis, MO --  With a great start to the season, the St. Louis Surge Professional Women’s Basketball is gearing up to showcase their talents in the home opener played on June 11, 2016 at UMSL in the Mark Twain Building. Doors open at 6:00pm and tip off is at 7:05pm. This years’ roster combines six veteran players with six up and coming athletes ready to prove their talents to the Surge fans. The ladies have quickly found their groove and are a well oiled machine.
 
The Surge is eager to host the Nebraska Strikers in their first home game of the season. This is going to be a game that you do not want to miss. In addition to the great competition the Strikers bring on the court, the off the court action is going to be equally thrilling. From DJ’s, to live entertainment before and throughout the game, June 11th is going to be a day full of events. 
 
The St. Louis Surge is one of 40 teams in the Women’s Blue Chip Basketball League (WBCBL). This development women’s league was founded in 2004, and has served as a great avenue for women athletes. The WBCBL acts as a primary farm recruiting league for top level Professional teams worldwide. In addition to developing women’s athletic careers, The Surge supports its players professional careers outside of basketball as well by providing opportunities to meet build their resumes and meet prominent professionals in the St. Louis area.

- St. Louis Surge Staff