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As “Harlem Globetrotters’ Day” comes to a close, I am amazed by the lack of publicity honoring their impact on the world of basketball and family fun. A group of African-American men were sponsored by a Jewish man who saw their potential in 1927 and the tradition has continued for three-quarters of a century.
Notables including Wilt Chamberlain, Curly Neal and Meadowlark Lemon have graced the court in the team’s red, white and blue uniform to entertain millions of people including royalty and presidents around the world. We don’t hear as much about them today as we used to, but this troop continues their antics today.
As a child, I watched the Saturday morning cartoon bearing their name. Friends and I would try to emulate moves made famous by the talented players.
No other team in the world makes the sport what it should be – good, clean fun. Basketball, like other team events, has turned into high-stress, yelling, arguing matches where players are pushed to the limit. Children’s sports today are as competitive as the adult versions, yet parents continue to perpetuate the negativity by taking their children to adult sporting events
http://www.examiner.com/x-812-Recreation-Examiner~y2008m9d10-Just-for-Kids
The Harlem Globetrotters may make an illegal move but there is no malice in their play. Their athleticism is outstanding, they have set world records and they have a good time - all benefits to reap from any sport.
A recent documentary is available on YouTube (multiple sections) along with other samplings of Globetrotter clips. Consider sharing these with a youngster in your life or take in a game if the Globetrotters are in your area. Then be sure to go outside or in a room without lamps and try some of these moves. I guarantee memories will be made!
Harlem Globetrotters: Team that Changed the World
For more info: Harlem Globetrotters' Official Site http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/
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