March 31, 2006

The World Famous Harlem Globetrotters Bring "Unstoppable " Basketball and Family Fun To the Glens Falls Civic Center on Thursday, April 6 at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets for 2006 Western Union-Sponsored "Unstoppable" North American Tour on Sale Now

HangThe World Famous Harlem Globetrotters are bringing "unstoppable" basketball and family fun to the Glens Falls Civic Center on Thursday, April 6th, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. against the New York Nationals. 2006 marks The Harlem Globetrotter's 80th anniversary.

"As we celebrate our 80th consecutive season of touring North America in 2006, the Globetrotters have put together something very special for the fans who have supported the team now for nine decades, "said Globetrotters' Owner & Chairman, Mannie Jackson. "Unstoppable" represents both the energy and commitment of the players to give the fans something special. We look forward to bringing that energy to Glens Falls. "

Living up to their billing as "Ambassadors of Goodwill", the Globetrotters will continue their tradition of:

Introducing amazing ball-handling and comedy routines, while keeping the timeless classics from throughout their history.

Featuring a "meet and greet" session at the end of every game, allowing fans a chance to get autographs and interact with their favorite Globetrotter.

Becoming involved in every community they play by visiting local schools, hospitals and other youth-based organizations. The Globetrotters donate money and merchandise to hundreds of local and national charities every year.

Entertaining crowds with the antics of their exciting mascot "Globie."

Since their inception in 1927, the Harlem Globetrotters have traveled to 117 nations, played before 123 million fans, won championships and built bridges between people and communities around the world, making them virtually " Unstoppable " for nearly 80 years. In 2002, the organization was only the fifth team to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame; followed by an induction into the Black Sports and Entertainment Hall of Fame and the World Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame. They have also been recognized as the most popular sports team by the 2002, 2000 and 1999 Q Ratings.

To learn more about The Harlem Globetrotters visit www.harlemglobetrotters.com.

Tickets may be purchased at the Glens Falls Civic Center Box Office in person or by phone at (518) 798-0202 and at all Ticketmaster locations including www.ticketmaster.com, and (518) 476-1000.


Ticket Prices:

Magic Circle: $60
VIP: $30
Premium: $21
Reserved: $16

Group discounts available.

The Glens Falls Civic Center is an arena hosting sports and entertainment activities year-round for over twenty-five years. Home to the United Hockey League's Adirondack Frostbite and the Adirondack Wildcats of the United States Basketball League, it hosts a variety of sports, theater, and family entertainment events.

 

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