Globetrotters Coming to Tulsa
The world-famous Halem Globetrotters are bringing their 2005 “World of Fun” North American tour to Tulsa. The Globetrotters will take to the court on Saturday, January 8, 2005, against the New York Nationals at the Mabee Center. Tip-off is at 7:00 p.m. Tickets start at $12 and are available at the Mabee Center box office, by phone at 495-6000 or 800-955-5566, online at www.tickets.com, and at select Homeland grocery stores.
“Our 2004 North American tour was a record-breaking year for the Globetrotters, and as we approach our 80th anniversary, we have grown more and more appreciative of the support we receive from our fans across the country,” says Globetrotters’ owner and chairman, Mannie Jackson. “In 2005, we are excited to bring our ‘World of Fun’ tour to 250 U.S. cities and 40 countries around the globe. We look forward to bringing that Globetrotter world to Tulsa.”
The Globetrotters live up to their “Ambassadors of Goodwill” billing by donating time and money to the communities they play in.
The Harlem Globetrotters have played in 117 countries and before over 121 million fans worldwide. In 2002, the organization was only the fifth team to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame; followed by an introduction 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. For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters, or to purchase team merchandise, visit the team’s official web site at www.harlemglobetrotters.com.
Updated 11-24-2004
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