Teams
Aigburth Jazz
Mossdale Monsters (AAA)
Ryssby Warriors (AA)
Population: 559,034
The eastern-most team in the Koana Islands Baseball League, Aigburth is strongly influenced by shipbuilding, but has become a more service-based economy since the 1990s. It has the 11th largest university in the Koana Islands by number of students, the University of Aigburth, and the largest operational naval base in the Southern Hemisphere. Aigburth has ferry links to Perth, Australia and Adelaide, Australia and an airport with European and Asia services.
Angelsea Armada
Hollydale Islanders (AAA)
Austrin Crusaders (AA)
Population: 542,369
Angelsea is a city and major ferry port located in New Paul Island. Its strategic position has always been evident throughout its history: archaeological finds have revealed that the area has always been a focus for peoples entering and leaving Koana Islands, which continues to this day. Since the city is built on islands and known for its beauty, tourist interests have tried to popularize the appellation "Venice of the South". Angelsea is known for its beauty, its buildings, its water and parks. According to a poll, Angelsea is the second most visited city in Koana Islands in terms of international visitors, with around 1 million international tourists every year.
A town really worth seeing because of its variety. Crowds of tourists admire the magnificent cathedral situated in the completely preserved and well restored old city. Every day the inhabitants rush out and block the few bridges leading to the industrial and business centres on weekdays, and then flock to the main Island on Weekends to witness their Armada! It is will known that Angelseans are amongst the most diehard baseball supporters in the Koana Islands.
Bayside Bombers
Cape Orchardhill Rhinos (AAA)
Aurian Coyotes (AA)
Population: 5,697,823
Residents of Bayside are known as "Baysidites" and include a diverse mix of university professors, students, politicians, musicians, state employees, high-tech workers, blue-collar workers, and white-collar workers. The main campus of the Western University is located in Bayside. The city is home to enough large sites of major technology corporations to have earned it the nickname "Silicon City." Bayside's official slogan promotes the city as "The Live Music Capital of the World," a reference to its status as home to many musicians and music venues. In recent years, many Baysidites have also adopted the unofficial slogan "Keep Bayside Weird"; this refers partly to the eclectic and progressive lifestyle of many Bayside residents but is also the slogan for a campaign to preserve smaller local businesses and resist excessive commercialization. Bayside officially named it's stadium "The Wind Tunnel" as a lot of the tower's and the futuristic looking apartment block across the road create a swirling wind above the stadium.
Black Island Mercenaries
Fitchburg Jets (AAA)
Baldelli Bay Green Jackets (AA)
Population: 1,623,832
Black Island is one of the three boroughs of Megopolis, located primarily at the mouth of the Trading River. The borough is often considered one of the more suburban boroughs of Megopolis. In the city centre, narrow alleyways, full of bends, are combined with clearly structured main roads. Nearly all workplaces are in the suburbs. Black Sun Stadium is located on Stadium Island, a manmade Island housing all 5 Black Sun stadiums.
Blanchester Wild
Claystead Knights (AAA)
Riveran Hawks (AA)
Population: 1,223,400
Blanchester was one of the earliest and most industrialized towns of Koana Islands, but until the turn of the millennium had been struggling with the adaptation to post-industrialism. Since then, Blanchester has become a new city, with impressive architectural developments, attracting new biotech and IT companies, and particularly students through Blanchester College. The city contains many historic buildings and parks, and is also a commercial centre for the western part of Cadbury. During the last few years a university college (Ward University) has been established and the city is now trying to focus on education, arts and culture.
Caron Chargers
Aslow Kernals (AAA)
Arca Centurions (AA)
Population: 247,834
Caron is the Easternmost city on Henry Island, with a population of 247,834. Due to its location, Caron is a notable commercial and passenger seaport city with over three million passengers travelling through Port of Caron each year.
Situated by the sea and sheltered by Long Island, Caron has a hemiboreal climate. Like much of southern Koana Islands, the city experiences warm summers, with temperatures ranging up to 30 °C (86 °F), and relatively cold winters with frequent snowfall.
Maher Stadium is located in the CBD, which is surrounded by forest, isolating it from the suburbs of Caron.
Cherry City Devils
Ashmoss Lynx (AAA)
Welshore Catfish (AA)
Population: 798,348
With many colleges and universities within the city and surrounding area, Cherry City is a center of higher education and a center for medicine. The city's economy is also based on research, finance, and technology - principally biotechnology. Cherry City ranks first in the country in jobs per square mile ahead of Megopolis and Humoor. The city has been experiencing gentrification and has one of the highest costs of living in the Koana Islands, though it remains high on world livability rankings.
Cherry City is also one of the birthplaces of the hardcore punk genre of music. Cherry City musicians have contributed greatly to this music scene over the years. Cherry City neighborhoods were home to some of the leading local ska and ska punk scenes in the 1990s.
Memorial Stadium is situated in a high density residential area in lower Cherry City, near the Memorial Lake.
Conneaut Spartans
Shettleston Admirals (AAA)
Shoregate Seahawks (AA)
Population: 1,892,854
Conneaut is a provincial city in New Paul Island. It is located on the Mitchell Highway, North of Peanut Valley and West of Port Redhill. Key industries include agriculture, mining, health services and education. A significant nearby landmark is. Conneaut is one of the few cities in Koana Islands to receive reasonably frequent winds all year round.
A very big, but well-structured, city the large inner city consists mainly of houses and entertainment facilities, such as the County Stadium, whereas the workplaces and shopping centres are concentrated in the suburbs.
Dyce Whalers
Groveburgh Grizzlies (AAA)
Joensuu Phoenix (AA)
Population: 207,018
Dyce is believed to be the location of the first permanent settlement in Princeton, which is said to have established around 1830. Until 1900 there was no urban development in the city location. The city was founded as an official trading town and grew steadily over the next decades, as it transformed into a regional and later national centre of commerce, population and governmental activities.
Dyce is a regular tourist destination for Koanians who want to get away from the big cities without leaving Koana Islands.
Elon Dragons
Springside Wildcats (AAA)
New Dallas Fleet (AA)
Population: 289,445
Originating around 1789 as a small trading community near the eponymous Elon Creek, Elon grew quickly after the opening of the main road, now known as Highway 73 in 1825, with the city as its western terminus. By 1900, Elon was the 8th largest city in the country, and went on to become a major railroad hub, the largest grain-milling center in the country, and the home of the one of largest steel-making operation in the world. The latter part of the 20th Century saw a reversal of fortunes: by the year 1990 the city had fallen back below its 1900 population levels. The rerouting of freight trains by the opening of the Latitude Rail was a factor in the decline of the city. The closing or relocating of many of the steel mills and other heavy industries in the area also contributed to the decline. Elon has made efforts to stem the decline, and the city's move away from heavy industry and toward a service and bioinformatics economy has brought improved air and water quality, which benefit not only residents and tourists but the bioregion as a whole.
Elon's Merrill Stadium is situated in the urban residential sprawl nearly 27km away from the central business district.
Erana Hills Wolves
Splimopia Shockers (AAA)
Iris City Power (AA)
Population: 940,226
A large city compared to the rest of major cities on the Islands in regards to urban sprawl, with particularly delightful scenery nestling on a promontory with an impressive cathedral. Two business centres outside the city employ the greater part of the city dwellers.
Erana Hills is one of the most picturesque cities on the Islands with a huge sprawling area and very low population density. Silent Center is situated very close to the northern CBD.
The Wolves are the first Franchise in KIBL history to move. Formerly under the name Splimopia Shockers
Forres Thistle Oilers
Oxside Mud Cats (AAA)
Linktoria Stars (AA)
Population: 610,337
Forres Thistle, or "Forres" has an economy that is largely composed of agriculture, biotechnology/biosciences, computer sciences, electronics manufacturing, defense-related manufacturing, financial and business services, ship-repair, ship-construction, software development, telecommunications, wireless research, and tourism. According to a recent survey the city of Forres Thistle ranks as the fifth wealthiest in the Koana Islands.
Gold Coast Tigers
Swynburn Devils (AAA)
Uton Bulls (AA)
Population: 534,823
Gold Coast City is renowned for its sunny subtropical climate, popular surfing beaches, expansive waterway and canal systems, a skyline dominated by high-rise apartment buildings, a peaceful rainforest hinterland in the west of the city, active nightlife and its wide variety of tourist attractions.
Tourism is the region’s biggest industry, directly contributing more than $4.4 billion into the city economy every year and directly accounting for one in four jobs in the city. Goldstone Ground is situated a stones throw away from the CBD and nearby Beaches.
Grenada Kings
Randia Lions (AAA)
Lanaya City Blues (AA)
Population: 584,902
The region of Grenada consists of the long urban cluster that runs along the western shores of New Paul Island. Grenada is a regional center for trade and agriculture, and is served by Grenada Regional Airport. With one of the fastest growing manufacturing and high tech economies in Western State.
The greatest challenge for an ambitious planner in Grenada is undoubtedly the problem of connecting the virtually unending suburbs to the downtown area where the Lion's Den is situated.
Humoor Hawks
Piscataway Cardinals (AAA)
Brabant Gunners (AA)
Population: 2,897,247
Humoor is a major centre of commerce, education, tourism, the arts and cultural activities, and also industry. It is consistently ranked one of the most liveable cities in the world. The city is recognised as Koana Islands' 'cultural capital' and it is home to many of the nation's most significant cultural institutions. Humoor is notable for its mix of Koanian and contemporary architecture, its extensive parks and gardens, as well as its diverse, multicultural society. It has long been a running joke amonst the local population that despite being one of the largest cities in the country, Humoor is not recognized as a sporting city, despite having one of the most successful baseball teams in KIBL history.
Independence City Cardinals
Lynham Dragons (AAA)
Farming Grizzlies (AA)
Population: 524,378
The city is abundantly rich in water with over twenty lakes and wetlands, the Sutherway riverfront, creeks and waterfalls, many connected by parkways in the Chain of Lakes. Independence City was once the world's flour milling capital and a hub for timber, and today is the primary business center between Megopolis, Saffron and Henry and Dophin Islands. Among Koana's most literate cities, Independence City has cultural organizations that draw creative people and audiences to the city for theater, visual art, writing, and music. The community's diverse population has a long tradition of charitable support through progressive public social programs and through private and corporate philanthropy.
Indpendence City built a whole new suburb for The Roost, which includes an amusement park and a waterpark. The new suburb which is connected by the Cardinal Road will eventually be expanded into another commerical hub.
Jaxon City Stormers
Clayfield Bombers (AAA)
Fallhill Defenders (AA)
Population: 408,233
Jaxon City is also a major center in the Koana Islands motorsports industry, with KoanaF1 having multiple offices in and around Jaxon City. Approximately 75% of the KoanaF1 industry's employees and drivers are based within two hours of downtown Jaxon City. Jaxon City is also the future home of the KoanaF1 Hall of Fame, expected to be completed in 2009. The already large presence of the racing technology industry along with the newly built dragstip, which is located just north of Jaxon City in the residential area, is influencing some of the top professional drag racers to move their shops from more expensive areas like Conneaut to the Jaxon City area as well. The center city/uptown area of Jaxon City has seen remarkable growth over the last decade. Numerous residential units continue to be built uptown, including over 20 skyscapers either under construction, recently completed, or in the planning stage. Many new restaurants, bars and clubs now operate in the Uptown area. Several projects are transforming the Midtown area.
Jonestown Broncos
Marceau Raiders (AAA)
Ferritrand Clippers (AA)
Population: 481,613
The Borough of Jonestown is coextensive with Jonestown City, the southernmost county in the state of Megopolis. Until 1975, the borough was officially named the Borough of Jonestown. Jonestown City has been sometimes called "the forgotten borough" by inhabitants who feel neglected by the city government. Jonestown is overall the most suburban of the three boroughs of Megopolis. With its late Gothic church, Jonestown grew last century into a city of a reasonable size thanks largely to the incorporation of a neighbouring borough, and has grown extensively over the last three decades. Kacy Park is situated in the middle of a large Nature reserve, in between two of the bigger suburbs in the area.
Lexington Wasps
Ljungby Cougars (AAA)
Tropslia Bees (AA)
Population: 897,689
Lexington's reputation was forged as a powerhouse of the Industrial Revolution, a fact which led to Lexington being known as "the workshop of the world" or the "city of a thousand trades". Although Lexington's industrial importance has declined, it has developed into a national commercial centre, being named as the best place in the Dolphin Island to locate a business, and the 7th best in Koana Islands.
A distinctive and spacious city, as well as wide main roads, characterize the image of this city. Traffic jams on the roads are limited. The tricky lay-out of the one-way streets will surely confront the tourist time and time again. Goodman Stadium is located across the river Judgement in the Shopping Mall hub of the town.
Megopolis Titans
Megopolis Metro Stars (AAA)
Oakville Mercury (AA)
Population: 6,634,725
Megopolis is a major commercial, financial, and cultural center of both the Koana Islands and the world. Being the Capital of Megopolis State and Koana Islands most major radio, television, and telecommunications companies are based here, as well as many news, magazine, book, and other media publishers. Megopolis has many famous landmarks, tourist attractions, museums, and universities. Megopolis has the largest central business district in the Koana Islands.
Megopolis is a megacity built up around a bay. You won't find a downtown area here because this city has grown with virtually no planning over the course of time. As a result, Gothica Stadium is located very close to a Soccer Stadium by the exact same name.
Myrtle Beach Flames
Summerhaven Starlings (AAA)
Ceara City Heat (AA)
Population: 193,854
Myrtle Beach is noted for its magnificent views of the ocean, its usually warm and cloud-free climate and its surfbreak. The frequently visited tourist beach, is actually fairly short, with half of it marked off for surfers. For some distance into the ocean the water is quite shallow, although there are numerous rocks on the bottom, so waders should watch where they put their feet. As with most ocean beaches the waves can have some force, particularly on windy days. The surf at Myrtle Beach is known to its long rolling break, making it ideal for long boarding, tandem surfing and beginners. The beach hosts many events a year, including surf competitions, outdoor performances, and outrigger canoe races. Myrtle Beach is the world famous tourist district of Koana Islands, located just north of the Gold Coast. Numerous hotels, shops, and nightlife opportunities are located along the strip, including an amusement park and the GHT Arena.
New Auckland Warlocks
Epping Hornets (AAA)
Applefield Growl (AA)
Population: 4,564,345
New Auckland, situated in the Wilkes Mountains, is the capital of the Wilkes State.
In the course of many years a large city developed from a small settlement around a fish pond. Apart from a small central lake, New Auckland has no real city centre. Nearly the whole city is a mixture of apparently haphazardly built office-buildings, shopping centres and residential buildings. Because of this the traffic situation is very poor. Sadaki Stadium is situated to the north of the city.
Ocean Point Swarm
Glenton Hills Titans (AAA)
Ruskay Claymores (AA)
Population: 768,548
A significant naval port for centuries, Ocean Point is home to the world's oldest dry dock still in use and home to many famous ships. Ocean Point has declined as a naval base in recent years but remains a major dockyard and base for the Royal Navy and Royal Marine Commandos whose Headquarters resides there. There is also a commercial port serving destinations on the continent for freight and passenger traffic. Most of Ocean Point's tourist attractions are related to its naval history. In the last decade Ocean Point's Historic Dockyard has been given a much needed face-lift much like Villanova Park which has recently undergone intensive renovations.
Paradise Lake Warriors
Crystalgrass Bulls (AAA)
New Laynevale Falcons (AA)
Population: 472,743
Paradise Lake is a city on Henry Island built up around the River in which it bears its name. Nearby cities are Caron, Ulster, Mount Nelsondale and Pinebrook. Paradise Lake was originally a trading hub on Henry Island, with many ships docking in Ulster, Pinebrook and Caron.
A nicely structured city with little industry, the majority of jobs are in office tower blocks situated around the river with nearby Apartment blocks and The Arena.
Peanut Valley Prowlers
Flint Sharks (AAA)
Silceaster Islanders (AA)
Population: 395,795
Peanut Valley gets its name from the Valley in which the city was built, which from a top down view looks very similar to a Peanut. Once considered part of a Desert, it is now a leading farming and ranching state. The city's history has included a variety of crime such as illicit gambling, riots, lynchings, and recently, gang violence. Today, the diverse culture of Peanut Valley includes a variety of performance venues, museums, and musical heritage, including the historically-significant jazz scene in North Valley and the modern and influential "Valley Sound." Sports have been important in Peanut Valley for more than a century, and the city currently hosts three professional sports teams. Peanut Valley also has a number of recreational trails and parks located throughout the city.
Rothes Blue Jays
Wingrove Dozers (AAA)
Lukvania Burn (AA)
Population: 651,154
Rothes, pronounced Row-tez is a major center of culture, politics, media, and science on North Island. Its economy is primarily based on the service sector, encompassing a diverse range of creative industries, media corporations, environmental services, congress and convention venues. The city serves as a continental hub for air and rail transport, and is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the Koana Islands. Other industries include traffic engineering, optoelectronics, information technology, vehicle manufacturing, biomedical engineering, and biotechnology. The metropolis is home to world-renowned universities, research institutes, sporting events, orchestras, museums and personalities. Rothes' urban landscape and historical legacy (which has many Scottish ties) has made it a popular setting for international film productions. The city is recognized for its festivals (in particular Scotoberfest), diverse architecture, nightlife, contemporary arts and a high quality of living. Rothes has evolved into a global focal point for young individuals and artists attracted by a liberal and modern lifestyle.
Ruysdael Generals
Jekton Stallions (AAA)
Glauchau Bulldogs (AA)
Population: 298,723
It was founded in 1796 at the base of the Wilkes Mountains, and became a manufacturing center owing to its location in the middle of New Paul Island and railroad lines. With the decline of heavy manufacturing, Ruysdael's businesses have diversified into the service economy, including the financial services, insurance, legal, and healthcare sectors, though the city's population has continued to decline. Ruysdael is also noted for its association with rock music; the city is home to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Ruysdael is also known as the "Green City" due to its many parks and reserves. The city has a feirce rivallry with Thomasburg, whom many see as the "better" city of the two. Tomahawk Stadium is located in the southern suburbs of the inner city.
Saffron Knights
Sarnia Nuts (AAA)
Cumberland Whitecaps (AA)
Population: 412,785
During the Industrial Revolution Saffron experienced dramatic economic expansion and a rapid rise in the population. Although porcelain manufacture and clock making had been major industries in the town, Saffron has since become known as a major mill town and coal mining district. The first coal mine was established at Saffron in 1450 and at its peak there were 1,000 pit shafts within 5 miles (8 km) of the town centre. Mining was so extensive that one of its town councillors once remarked that "a coal mine in the backyard was not uncommon in Saffron". Coal mining ceased during the latter part of the 20th century.
Around the picturesque city centre is full of hustle and bustle. Its wonderful renaissance church, built by Reitinger, the master builder of cathedrals in 1761, which is situated a mere block away from NTL Stadium.
Saphire Coast Sharks
Blackcliff Sting Rays (AAA)
Devlin Broncos (AA)
Population: 409,719
Saphire Coast is capital of the Western State which includes Jaxon City and Grenada. The original city was actually built on the sands of the beach along the coast, but over time, the central business district has moved back inland, and is now situated either side of an island, surrounded by the Emerald Lake.
Part of the main business district of Saphire Coast is on the narrow island, so the traffic on the bridges is quite heavy. The Shark Tank was a new multi-million dollar development located just south of the island, effectively moving the team from its old stadium a few blocks away. Saphire Coast is known for having very passionate fans, and many are petitioning a second team in the city.
Snowflake City Pirates
Silverport Hurricanes (AAA)
Madison Harbour Sharks (AA)
Population: 298,875
Snowflake City is the state capital and most populous city of the Koana Island state of Snowy Island. Founded in 1803 as a penal colony, Snowflake City is Koana's second oldest capital city after Megopolis. In 2006, the city had a greater area population of approximately 298,875. The city is the financial and administrative heart of Snowy Island, and also serves as the home port for the Island. The city is located in the state's North-east on the estuary of the Roy River. The skyline is dominated by Mount Plaistow at 1,271 metres high.
This city is not easy to navigate as a tourist because of its not really distinguishable centre and suburbs which obviously developed without having been carefully planned, due to a lack of city development concepts.
Riverside Stadium remains the oldest Stadium still in use in the Koana Islands.
Stondon Steelers
Wolfmoor Tigers (AAA)
Rushford Aces (AA)
Population: 543,297
Stondon obtained worldwide recognition during the 19th century for its production of steel. Many innovations in the industry were developed locally, including crucible and stainless steel. This fuelled an almost tenfold increase in the population during the Industrial Revolution. It gained its city charter in 1893 and became officially titled the City of Stondon. International competition caused a decline in traditional local industries during the 1970s and 1980s, and at the same time the nearby national coal industry collapsed, affecting Stondon's population.
A typical small harbor town which is only a part of a large consolidated city. Everyone heads for the restaurants and cafes along the canal, which is where you will also find the Casino Stadium.
Tempest Lake Skyhawks
Dorwich Silverbacks (AAA)
Texbury Stags (AA)
Population: 221,385
Tempest Lake's economy is primarily driven by law, finance, and government with several notable legal and banking firms, as well as federal, state, and local governmental agencies, located in the downtown area. Tempest Lake is one of twelve cities in the Koana Islands to be home to a Federal Reserve Bank. There are also nine Fortune 500, and thirteen Fortune 1000 companies in the city. Tourism is also important, as many historic sights are in or nearby the city.
Recently Tempest Lake's team, the "Skyhawks" has been put in jeopardy with many fans being driven away from the astronomical ticket prices, led by a very greedy owner. The bigger city of Sandford has also been petitioning for some time to take the franchise, but keeping the team in Tempest Lake until Sandford's city stadium can be upgraded.
Thomasburg Eagles
Tegville Twisters (AAA)
Ridgedam Outlaws (AA)
Population: 1,439,786
Historically a part of the Wilkes State, Thomasburg grew during the 18th and 19th century as a significant centre for coal mining, and glassmaking. Both prior and during this time it was also home to a cotton and linen industry (notably sail making) that did not last through the mid 19th century as well as salt, lime and alkali pits, copper smelting, and brewing. Today, Thomasburg is very much a commercial town. The main industries have since left, become outdated, or have been outsourced leaving the float and patterned rolled glass producer Donalds, a world leader in their industry, as the town's one remaining large industrial employer.
Thomasburg has a fierce rivallry with Ruysdael, with many people seeing Thomasburg as the more picturesque of the two. Thomasburg's stadium "The Big Top" is the most modern stadium in the Koana Islands.
Ulster Gladiators
Ashington Bears (AAA)
Circleshire Steelers (AA)
Population: 382,894
Situated on the north side of Henry Island, the city developed from a small settlement, though it owes its name to the area in Ireland, from which the first Mayor of the town was born. The city grew as an important centre for the wool trade and it later became a major coal mining area. The port developed in the 16th century and, along with the shipyards lower down the river, was amongst the world's largest shipbuilding and ship-repairing centres. These industries have since experienced severe decline and closure, and the city today is largely a business and cultural centre, with a particular reputation for nightlife.
Ulster has a reputation for being a fun-loving city with many bars, restaurants and nightclubs. More recently, Ulster has become popular as a destination for Stag and Hen parties. Ulster was in the top ten of the country's top night spots.
Vizhune Vipers
Wellen Wolves (AAA)
Harchester Aztecs (AA)
Population: 1,894,523
Vizhune is the second largest town in the Northern State. Popularly known as "the Viz" or simply "Viz", Vizhune is situated in the geographic centre of the Great Desert. It was the fourth-fastest-growing large city in the nation from 2000-2006. Vizhune's weather is alternately dry or humid depending on prevailing winds, turning hot in the summer, mild to cool winters subject to descending northern cold fronts in the winter with cool to cold nights, and comfortably warm and rainy in the spring and fall. Vizhune receives about a dozen sub-freezing nights each year, occasionally (about once every couple winters) seeing some sort of wintry precipitation (i.e. sleet/freezing rain), but accumulation and snow itself is not very common.
The city's only top-level professional sports team, and consequently the team most Vizzians follow, is the Vizhune Vipers. The Vipers have been playing in Vizhune since 1956, and recently signed a deal with the KIBL securing their future in the city for 50 seasons.
Xyport Vikings
Goldhedge Hounds (AAA)
Sylvitur Blue Sox (AA)
Population: 739,426
Xyport (formerly Xiport) is the capital of Long Island despite being one of the smallest cities on the Island. Xyport is the cultural, scientific, economic and governmental centre of Long Island. Xyport is an important centre of maritime knowledge in the Koana Islands and is home to approximately 980 companies and 8,500 employees within the maritime sector, among which are some of the world's largest shipping companies, shipbrokers, and insurance brokers. The metropolitan area of Xyport has a population of 372,811, and it is the fastest-growing Long Island city.
Xyport is one of the most expensive cities in the Koana Islands, ranking 9th in a Cost of Living survey.