Harlem Globetrotters host the “Great Assist” at Villa of Hope
Friday, January 20 - 11:30AM-1:30PM - Villa of Hope School
Globetrotters players ‘Hops’ Pearce, ‘Hot Rod’ De La Rosa and ‘Speedy’ Artis will visit Rochester-based non-profit Villa of Hope to surprise community member and recipient of the Harlem Globetrotters ‘Great Assist’ award.
The World-Famous Harlem Globetrotters are celebrating leaders in youth sports and organizations throughout local communities across the U.S. These individuals and organizations are pursuing the possibilities of greatness by exemplifying Leadership, Sportsmanship and Commitment.
On Friday, January 20, 2023, from 11:30AM to 1:30PM, players will visit Villa of Hope School, 3300 Dewey Avenue, Rochester, to spend time with youth and award one special individual with the “Great Assist.”
The award and community series are an extension of the organization’s Goodwill Ambassadorship and is in tribute to the rich cultural history that weaves through the Globetrotters’ story. Players actively support community programs throughout the year in cities across the country and abroad. Children seeing them in action will find themselves sharing space with real-life superheroes, whose honor and conviction match their skills both on and off the court. Emphasizing social involvement, wellness of mind, body, and spirit, and the power of laughter, the Globetrotters are giving a new generation of fans the gift of smiles on their faces and hope in their hearts.
Following the award presentation, students will receive a meal from Globetrotters’ tour sponsor, Jersey Mike’s Subs, before joining the team on the court for ball handling skills, trick shots and the famous magic circle.
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