94X50 Professional Basketball League announced today the addition of the Vancouver Bears and Lilac City Legends for the 2027 season, continuing the league’s national expansion. Both organizations will begin 94X50 play when the 2027 season tips off in March.
The additions of Vancouver and Spokane strengthen 94X50’s presence in the western United States and grow the league from eight to ten teams. With teams now competing from the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast to Southern California and the Pacific Northwest, 94X50 continues to build a true coast-to-coast professional basketball league.
“Adding Vancouver and Lilac City is another major step forward for 94X50,” Per a league spokesperson. “We’re building a national league with strong ownership groups, strong markets and organizations that believe in what we’re creating. We’re excited to welcome both teams and continue growing our footprint across the country.”
The Vancouver Bears and Lilac City Legends join the league’s eight current franchises:
- ● Baltimore Rhythm — Baltimore, Maryland
- ● Capital Seahawks — Washington, D.C.
- ● Frederick Flying Cows — Frederick, Maryland
- ● Jersey Shore Breaks — Belmar, New Jersey
- ● New York Phoenix — Schenectady, New York
- ● Reading Rebels — Reading, Pennsylvania
- ● San Diego Sharks — San Diego, California
- ● Virginia Valley Vipers — Loudoun County, Virginia
The addition of two Pacific Northwest organizations will create new regional opportunities in the West while expanding 94X50’s national reach.
“We’re excited to bring the Vancouver Bears into 94X50 and represent our community on a national stage,” said Vancouver Bears Founder & Team Owner, Curtis Hill. “We believe in where this league is headed and can’t wait to get started.”
“94×50 and it’s prioritization on community as a league, creates a stepping stone for us in our pursuit of bringing our community together. We’re also excited about the opportunity to compete nationally and bringing that competition to the Lilac City.” said Michael Bethely, Lilac City Legends President.
For 94X50, growth isn’t simply about putting more teams on a map. It’s about finding the right ownership groups in the right communities and building strong organizations that strengthen the league as a whole.
Vancouver and Lilac City are the latest additions as 94X50 continues conversations with prospective ownership groups and established basketball organizations in markets across the country.
Individuals and groups interested in owning and operating a 94X50 franchise can learn more and submit an inquiry through the 94X50 Franchise Expansion page at 94x50league.com/franchise-expansion.
The Vancouver Bears and Lilac City Legends will begin 94X50 competition in March 2027, with additional information on the 2027 season and future expansion to be announced in the coming months.
