TULSA, Okla., October 19, 2007 –- Former NBA player and international basketball star Aaron Swinson has been named the assistant coach of the Tulsa 66ers of the NBA Development League. Swinson comes to the 66ers from Holland Hall Preparatory School where he was head coach of the girl’s basketball team.

”I’m really excited to have Aaron Swinson as part of the 66ers Coaching staff for many reasons,” Coach Joey Meyer said. “Being local adds a nice flavor to our staff, and because Aaron has a wealth of experience, he really understands the game. The special touch is that his wife is the head coach for the University of Tulsa women’s basketball team.”

Swinson, a 6-5 forward was a three-year letter winner for the Auburn Tigers (1992-94) before joining the professional ranks with the NBA’s Phoenix Suns for the 1994-95 season. Following his stint in the NBA, Swinson played professionally on the international stage for 10 seasons.

“This is a wonderful experience and a dream come true!” Swinson said. “As a player all you think of is X’s and O’s and now I have the opportunity to teach these guys what I have learned while I was playing. I played professional ball for 11 years and now I’m excited to have the chance to give back to the game.”

Swinson was selected first by the Yakima Sun Kings in the 1994 CBA Draft and earned the CBA’s playoff MVP that during that season. He then played 10 seasons overseas, spending time in Italy, Spain, France and Argentina.

“We are very excited to add Coach Swinson to our staff,” said Executive Vice President Charlie Seraphin. ”His experience at every level of professional basketball makes him a great role model for our young players.”

Swinson and his wife, Charlene, are the parents of two children Charles (5) and Jada (1).

The 66ers home opener is Saturday, November 30h at the Expo Square Pavilion at 7 p.m. For 66ers season and group ticket information call the 66ers office at (918) 585-8444 or visit tulsa66ers.com.