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The Columbus Wizards didn’t begin in a boardroom. They were built in rec centers, pickup runs, and late nights in the gym where relationships and a shared love for the game took root. Before the Wizards tip off their inaugural season in The Basketball League, take a look inside the journey that turned a vision, a community, and years of hard work into Columbus’ newest men’s professional basketball team.

After months of preparation, competition, and anticipation, the moment has finally arrived. This week marks the official start of the Columbus Wizards’ inaugural season in The Basketball League (TBL), a historic milestone for the organization and for professional basketball in the city of Columbus. For the players, coaches, and staff who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes, this week represents the culmination of countless hours of work. Since last summer, the Wizards ha

Every team has a story. The 2026 Columbus Wizards roster represents months of scouting, workouts, and competition as the organization assembled a group of athletes ready to represent the city at the professional level. This roster brings together players with collegiate experience across the country and a shared commitment to competing at the highest level. The Wizards believe in building a roster that reflects the values of the organization: hard work, professionalism, accou

The Columbus Wizards are entering a new chapter. Over the past two seasons, the Wizards have been building something special right here in Central Ohio. What started as a vision has grown into a men’s professional basketball organization committed to representing the city of Columbus with pride. Now, that vision is becoming reality. This season marks the Columbus Wizards’ inaugural year competing in The Basketball League (TBL), one of the fastest growing professional basketba

As the 2026 season approaches, the Columbus Wizards continue laying the foundation for a competitive and community-driven roster. Over the last several weeks, the organization has hosted a series of open gym sessions — a crucial step in evaluating talent, culture fit, and the identity of the team that will take the floor in The Basketball League (TBL). Players from across Central Ohio and beyond have stepped into the gym ready to compete: former college standouts, overseas pr