DODGE CITY- Dodge City Basketball, Inc. the organization bringing professional basketball to Western Kansas, announced today that KYBD "Big Dog 98.1" will be the home of Dodge City basketball excitement when the United States Basketball League season opens in April.

The Dodge City team, who will hold a contest to select a team name this month, will play their home games at the Dodge City Civic Center. All games during the 30 game regular season schedule, both home and road will be broadcast live on the FM station.

"We are so excited to have Big Dog as a member of our team." General Manager Tom Nelson said after Wednesday's press conference to announce the formation of the franchise. "We have a strong signal that will bring our games to fans across the western half of the state and we have a top notch broadcasting team to tell the story."

The team also introduced its first player in franchise history. Tywan Meadows played at Dodge City High School, Dodge City Community College, Idaho State University and Fort Hays State University, earning All Conference honors at every stop.