Spectacular Return to Miami for Mayo

O.J. Mayo returned to Miami on Tuesday with a huge effort against the Heat and a gift for Art Alvarez

 

Yolanda Alvarez 1930-2008

It's a sad day for the Tropics' family with the passing of Yolanda Alvarez, mother of Art "Pilin" Alvarez, the team's owner and president

 

Ex- Tropics Bring Home the BSN Title

The Capitanes de Arecibo won the 2008 BSN Championship with a thrilling 99-94 win on Saturday evening. The win sparked a city wide celebration that jammed the streets all evening long!

 

Mayo Goes Third, Traded to Memphis

E-Tropics' star O.J. Mayo was picked third overall in the 2008 NBA Draft, then saw his rights traded to the Memphis Grizzlies in an eight player deal

 

4th Hoop Dreams Camp Dates Set

The 4th Annual Miami Tropics Hoop Dreams Basketball Camp will run, in Miami, from June 27-July 1. This years edition will be dedicated to the memory of Co-Founder Miguel Mercado, who left us, too soon, in November.

 

Banner Day for Verdejo, Tropics

When Jesus Verdejo came to the USA in 2001, he dreamed of this day. Now a college graduate, he's looking forward to a bright future on and off the basketball court

 

Jesus Verdejo: USF's Top Student-Athlete

Jesus Verdejo came to Miami from Puerto Rico in 2001 looking to excel both athletically and educationally. Mission accomplished!

 

Tropics Join Forces With Big Shots

Tropics President Art "Pilin" Alvarez announced Wednesday that he and Jeff Schneider, who runs Big Shots tournaments and recruiting service, have joined forces.

 

Hodges Making A Positive Impact

Craig Hodges, a two-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls and one of the greatest shooters in the history of the game, has agreed to work with America's Next Sports Star, an exciting new television reality show.

 

America's Next Sports Star Is This Saturday At FIU

Basketball stars (18 and over) are invited to try out for a new reality TV show this Saturday at FIU from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Auditions are free, but players are urged to pre-register.

 

Tropics Win Finale In Mexico

Out of 16 teams that started the FIBA Americas League in December, the Miami Tropics finished in a three-way tie for first on Saturday, losing only on a points tiebreaker.

 

Tropics Win "Most Incredible" Game

Trailing by 7 points in overtime on Friday night, the Miami Tropics put together a 15-0 run to beat Mexico's Soles, 116-108, in Day Two of the FIBA Americas League Final Four.

 

Tropics Lose Opener In Mexico

The Miami Tropics lost to Argentina's Penarol on Thursday night but still have a chance to win the FIBA Americas League title.

 

Confident Tropics Head To Mexico

After knocking off Puerto Rico's champion (Santurce) and runnerup (Arecibo) in the first two rounds of the FIBA Americas League, the Tropics face even tougher competition in the Final Four Thursday through Saturday in Mexico.

 

Final Four Set For Mexico

Don't cry for Argentina, but the FIBA Americas League Final Four will not be held there as previously announced. Instead, Mexicali, Mexico has won the bidding war and will host the event Feb. 7-9.

 

Times Set For America's Next Sports Star

Basketball stars (18 and over) are invited to try out for a new reality TV show on Saturday Feb. 16 at FIU from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Auditions are free, but players must pre-register.

 

Richards And Rosario Are Drafted

Miami Tropics centers Ja Ja Richards and Karel Rosario were among the top 10 players selected in the Puerto Rican pro basketball league's allocation draft.

 

TROPICS ADVANCE TO FINAL 4

The Miami Tropics eliminated Puerto Rican champion Santurce and advanced to the Final Four of the FIBA Americas League, which will be played next month in Argentina.

 

Tropics Roll, Force Decisive Game 3

Marcus Barnes and Jermaine Watson combined to score 44 points and Tony Mitchell was a key leader as the Tropics whipped Santurce and forced a decisive game three Friday night at FIU.

 

Time Has Come For Tropics To Rise Up

This is it. The time has come for the Miami Tropics players to rise up, defend their home court, represent the United States and defeat Puerto Rico's pro league champions.

 

Tropics Need Fans' Support

After losing in Puerto Rico on Wednesday night, the Miami Tropics have to win two straight FIBA League games over Santurce - Jan. 24 and Jan. 25 at FIU.

 

Tropics' Opponent Feeling Cocky

The Santurce Cangrejeros, who play host to the Tropics tonight, say they are unafraid of the Miami team that went 3-0 in the opening round of the FIBA Americas League. In fact, the Cangrejeros are talking some noise.

 

Tropics Set To Jet To Puerto Rico

The excitement is building as the Miami Tropics are set to take off for Puerto Rico on Tuesday in their first-ever road trip as a FIBA Americas League team. The Tropics play Santurce on Wednesday night in a game that will be televised.

 

Alvarez To Coach Tropics

Team President Art "Pilin" Alvarez, who has helped send players such as Jose Juan Barea and Guillermo Diaz to the NBA, announced Friday that he will coach the Miami Tropics in the second round of the FIBA Americas League.

 

FIBA's Final 8 Teams Are Set

The FIBA Americas League's Final Eight includes two teams from Mexico and Argentina and one each from Puerto Rico, Uruguay, Brazil and the United States (Miami Tropics).

 

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