October 10, 2006

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS COMING TO AUSTIN!

Buy Six Tickets Now as Part of “Sixth Man” Promotion and Receive a Free Globetrotter Basketball

AUSTIN, Texas – Celebrating their 81st consecutive season of barnstorming across North America, the World Famous Harlem Globetrotters are bringing their 2007 “Nothing Like It” World Tour to Austin. Sponsored by Campbell’s Soup Company, the Globetrotters will take the court on Thursday, February 8 against the New York Nationals at the Frank Erwin Center at 7 p.m. Fans who purchase six tickets or more online in select price levels between Oct. 2 and Oct. 15 will receive a complimentary regulation size red, white and blue Harlem Globetrotters basketball as part of the team’s “Sixth Man Promotion.”

“There is nothing like a Harlem Globetrotter basketball game and because of the players’ commitment and unique ability to balance great basketball with entertainment, innovation and community, there likely never will be,” said Globetrotters’ Chairman, Mannie Jackson. “The Globetrotters 2007 World Tour features the team’s strongest roster to date in terms of athleticism, skill and personality. There will be nothing like the Globetrotters’ game in Austin.”

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

1. Introducing amazing ball-handling and comedy routines, while keeping the timeless classics from throughout their history.
2. Featuring an autograph session at the end of every game, allowing fans a chance to get autographs and interact with their favorite Globetrotter.
3. 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.
4. Entertaining crowds with the antics of their exciting mascot ‘Globie.’

Throughout a history spanning over 80 years, there has been nothing like the Harlem Globetrotters. Since their inception in 1927, the Harlem Globetrotters have traveled to 118 nations, played before 124 million fans, won championships and built bridges between people and communities around the world. 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. For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters and to purchase team merchandise, visit the team’s official Web site: HarlemGlobetrotters.com. For more information on downloading team and player photos for media publications, contact the Globetrotters’ Public Relations Department.

Tickets for the Harlem Globetrotters at the Frank Erwin Center Thursday, February 8 at  7 p.m. are $15, $20, $28, $45 VIP and $100 Magic Circle and are ON SALE NOW at all Texas Box Office Outlets (includes Central Market and H-E-B stores in Austin, Bastrop, Bee Caves, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Round Rock, San Marcos, Taylor and Temple; Ft. Hood Bldg. #136 and Renaissance Records in Killeen), charge-by-phone at 512-477-6060 or 1-800-982-2386 or order online at TexasBoxOffice.com. THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE ON $20 AND $28 PRICES ONLY: $7 off for groups of 20 or more; $5 off for university and college students, faculty and staff with valid I.D.; $12.50 ticket for scouts; $12 ticket for military with valid I.D. Discounts and discounted tickets are not applicable to VIP and Magic Circle seats. No double discounts. Groups should call the Group Sales Department at 512-232-4343. Convenience charges may apply. All information is subject to change. The Frank Erwin Center is a smoke-free facility. Convenient parking is available within walking distance in nearby state and University lots. For more information, call 512-471-7744 or visit uterwincenter.com.

                         


Media Contact: Codey Allen @ 512-471-3678
codey.allen@athletics.utexas.edu

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