Comedian Whitney Cummings headlines opening night
MIAMI, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Jai-Alai League (WJAL) will kick off a fresh chapter for the sport of professional jai-alai when it opens its ninth competitive Battle Court season Friday, Feb. 13, debuting play at the newly renovated and rebranded JAM Arena. Opening night begins at 7 p.m., followed by a headline performance from comedian Whitney Cummings at 10 p.m., setting the tone for a season that blends thrilling live action jai-alai with top-tier live entertainment.
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