Professional Basketball Comes to Arlington
Southern Smoke ABA brings competitive high-energy basketball and community engagement to Texas. Watch live games, connect with players, and be part of something new.
Live games, fan experience, and community impact
Southern Smoke ABA brings competitive basketball to Arlington with events that connect players, fans, and local businesses together.
Live basketball games
Watch competitive ABA professional games featuring skilled players building Arlington's basketball culture.
Fan experiences
Engage with the team through game-day events, meet and greets, and exclusive fan activities throughout the season.
Community engagement
Southern Smoke ABA partners with local schools, nonprofits, and businesses to grow basketball and support Arlington.
Team merchandise
Support the team with official Southern Smoke ABA apparel, gear, and collectibles available online and at games.
Sponsorship opportunities
Partner with Southern Smoke ABA to grow your brand while supporting professional basketball development in Arlington. Sponsors and partners have the opportunity to support both Southern Smoke ABA and the youth development mission of Brothers Club Basketball.”
Fans and sponsors driving Southern Smoke forward
Real people who believe in our mission to build a competitive basketball program that represents community, culture, and opportunity in Arlington.
Attending Southern Smoke games is fantastic. The energy, the competition, and the way the team connects with the community makes every game feel special. Can't wait for the next one.
Marcus Johnson
Local fan, Arlington
We sponsored Southern Smoke because we saw the vision and the commitment to building something real. The team's focus on player development and community engagement aligns perfectly with our values.
Teresa Martinez
Business owner and sponsor
The professionalism and competitive level is impressive for a new team. Southern Smoke is building something special in Arlington, and we're proud to be part of it.
James Chen
Season ticket holder, Arlington
What impressed us most was David Holmes and the team's commitment to giving players real opportunities. The community focus sets Southern Smoke apart from other programs.
Angela Williams
Community partner
The faces behind Southern Smoke
Get to know the players, coaches, and staff building Arlington's next basketball powerhouse. This is who we are.
Be part of Southern Smoke ABA's story
Get tickets to our next game, become a sponsor, or stay connected with our team. Choose your way in.
Southern Smoke Building momentum
We're growing the game in Arlington, one game and one fan at a time. Here's how we're making an impact.
15+
Games this season
High-energy matchups bringing competitive basketball to Arlington every month.
2K+
Total attendance
Growing fan base showing up to support Southern Smoke and professional basketball.
8+
Community events
Team engagement beyond the court through local partnerships and youth initiatives.
100%
Player development focus
Every athlete on our roster gets coaching, mentorship, and opportunities to grow.
More Than Basketball: Southern Smoke x Brothers Club Basketball
Southern Smoke ABA is committed to building more than a team. Through our nonprofit partner, Brothers Club Basketball, our players and staff mentor young athletes by pouring into the next generation both on and off the court. Brothers Club Basketball focuses on leadership, discipline, and opportunity—using basketball as a tool to guide kids toward success in life. Through mentorship, training, and community involvement, we are creating a culture that goes beyond the game. Southern Smoke players serve as role models, connecting with youth through mentorship, basketball development, and real-life guidance. This partnership reflects our mission to make an impact far beyond game night.