Harlem Wizard Basketball Game with Local Canton teachers

The world famous Harlem Wizards will
take on local Canton teachers and principals on Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at Canton
High School at 7PM.  Assistant Superintendent
Dr. Jordan Grossman will play in the game, showing his support for this unique
and fun community event.

 

The Harlem Wizards have a unique mission: to create awe-inspiring events
throughout the country. At a Harlem Wizard’s game, fans will witness amazing
basketball talent combined with hilarious comedy. It is a unique family event,
where students, parents, teachers and the community can all laugh
together. Throughout the game, fans will
experience a display of tricks, coordinated ball handling, fancy passing and
aerodynamic athleticism, combined with high-energy comedy and audience
interaction.   More than
just basketball, the event is a comedic take on a regular basketball game, with
lots of slam dunks, athletic tricks and humor, appealing particularly to young students.

The
Harlem Wizards are a professional entertainment basketball team. They have
toured the world with a team comprised of players with illustrious college and
professional basketball careers. Each player brings their unique talent and
humor to the court. The players are excellent role models for young people.  Local ESPN talent Sage Steele will be
introducing our home team, The Canton Recess Rebounders! 

The
“Canton Recess Rebounders Team” includes Principal Robbin, from Cherry Brook,
Mrs. Downey, Mrs. Gustafson, Ms. Campbell, Mrs. Daupinais, Mr. Sherman, Mrs.
Capozzi, Mrs. Santanella, Mrs. Ferrone, Mrs. Roselli and Mr. Green. From Canton
Intermediate School, Principal Hanlon, Mrs. Caron, Mrs. Dean, Mrs. Dropick,
MRs. Grescyzyk, Ms. Krazvitz, Mr. Larock and Mrs. McKay are all taking the
court. Canton High School teachers include Coach Baton, Mr. O’Donnell and Mr.
Phelps, who will have some fun playing with the Harlem Wizards.  The game includes an audience participation
half time show and free autograph session for all at the end of the game.

Tickets
are $10 for Students, $12 for Adults in advance.  There are also a limited number of Courtside
VIP tickets, which include a pre-game Meet & Greet with 2 Harlem Wizard
players, reserved courtside seating and a free Harlem Wizard photo. Ticket
order forms are due December 6, 2013.  This
event is expected to sell out so buy your tickets today. Any tickets still
available go on sale at Valley Sports Center December 14, 2013.

There
will be a raffle for five "guest" player spots on
the “Canton Recess Rebounders Team”.  Raffle tickets are $10 per ticket
and will be available for purchase at Valley Sports Center starting on
Saturday, December 14th.  Potential players must be 18 years or older.
 The "guest" players will be drawn approximately 1 week prior to
game day and recipients will be notified on an individual basis. 

Joe’s
Pizza, water, juice, popcorn and cookies will be sold at the game, as well as
Harlem Wizard souvenirs.
All
proceeds benefit the Cherry Brook Playground Project.

For
more information go to

http://www.cantonschools.org/~cbpspto/?OpenItemURL=S019A353C