12.05WNBA Suspends Houston Comets for 2009 Season
Announced on Monday, the Houston Comets franchise has been suspended for the 2009 season. The WNBA took control of the franchise during the 2008 season when owner Hilton Koch was unable to meet financial responsibilities.
WNBA President Donna Orender says that there have been several buyers interested in purchasing the Houston Comets franchise but none will be able to come to fruition before the 2009 season.
“Multiple investors have come forward and expressed significant interest in purchasing the Comets and having them continue to play in Houston in 2009,” said Orender. “However, we made the judgment that we would not be able to complete a transaction with the right ownership group in time for the 2009 season. The WNBA is extremely grateful to the Comets organization, to the city of Houston and to the team’s loyal fans for helping build both the WNBA and the game of women’s basketball.”
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