{"id":43670,"date":"2014-10-08T22:00:41","date_gmt":"2014-10-09T02:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=43670"},"modified":"2020-12-16T18:59:24","modified_gmt":"2020-12-16T23:59:24","slug":"famous-harlem-globetrotters-return-fort-wayne-january","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2014\/10\/08\/famous-harlem-globetrotters-return-fort-wayne-january\/","title":{"rendered":"Famous Harlem Globetrotters return to Fort Wayne in January"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2014\/10\/Coliseum_new_logo.jpg\" alt=\"Allen County War Memorial Coliseum logo\" width=\"269\" height=\"140\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-43514\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>News release from the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Famous Harlem Globetrotters return to Fort Wayne in January for game at Memorial Coliseum<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>History in the making as Washington Generals look for landmark victory over Globetrotters<\/em><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>(October 7, 2014) &#8211; The world famous Harlem Globetrotters, featuring some of the greatest athletes and entertainers on the planet, will bring their unrivaled family show to Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne on Saturday, January 3 at Noon during the Harlem Globetrotters 2015 &#8220;Washington Generals&#8217; Revenge&#8221; Tour. Tickets start at $21 and are now available at www.ticketmaster.com, the Memorial Coliseum box office, or by phone at 800-745-3000.  Information on group and scout tickets can also be found at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.harlemglobetrotters.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.harlemglobetrotters.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The Globetrotters will face a great challenge this year, as the infamous Washington Generals are more determined than ever to match the franchise&#8217;s historic last victory over the Globetrotters nearly a half century ago.  It has been five years since the Globetrotters and Generals have faced off, as the Generals have been searching far and wide for the best players to retool their roster and have been preparing for one thing: victory over the Globetrotters.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the highly-anticipated matchup on the court, the Globetrotters, known worldwide as the Ambassadors of Goodwill\u00e2\u201e\u00a2, will honor a Harlem Globetrotters Hometown Hero at each of their 310-plus games in North America.  The team is searching for active, wounded or retired members of the military who have made their community proud with their brave service and exemplary character.  Fans can nominate a Harlem Globetrotters Hometown Hero at harlemglobetrotters.com.  The Globetrotters will also play a portion of each game with a camouflage basketball as a sign of respect to all who protect our freedom.<\/p>\n<p>With a star-studded roster featuring Big Easy Lofton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, Thunder Law, Bull Bullard, Firefly Fisher and Moose Weekes &#8211; plus female stars TNT Maddox, T-Time Brawner and Sweet J Ekworomadu* &#8211; the Globetrotters&#8217; one-of-a-kind show is unrivaled in the world of family entertainment. With incredible ball handling wizardry, rim-rattling dunks, trick shots, hilarious comedy and unequaled fan interaction, this must-see event is guaranteed to entertain the whole family. After the game, Globetrotter stars will sign autographs and take photos with fans.**<\/p>\n<p>*  Rosters will vary in each city and are subject to change.<br \/>\n**  Subject to availability.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Harlem Globetrotters<\/strong><br \/>\nSponsored by World Vision, Greyhound Lines and Baden Sports, The Harlem Globetrotters\u00c2\u00ae are celebrating their 89th consecutive year, continuing a world famous tradition of ball handling wizardry, basketball artistry, and one-of-a-kind family entertainment that continues to thrill fans of all ages. Harlem Globetrotters International, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, the largest family-owned themed entertainment company in the U.S. Throughout their history, the Original Harlem Globetrotters have showcased their iconic talents in 122 countries and territories on six continents, often breaking down cultural and societal barriers while providing fans with their first-ever basketball experience. Proud inductees of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the Globetrotters have entertained hundreds of millions of fans-among them popes, kings, queens, and presidents-over more than eight thrilling decades. For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters, and to purchase tickets and team merchandise, visit the Globetrotters&#8217; official Web site: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.harlemglobetrotters.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.harlemglobetrotters.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Allen County War Memorial Coliseum is the tri-state area&#8217;s leading sports, entertainment and tradeshow facility, hosting over 1,000,000 visitors annually. Serving northeast Indiana, northwest Ohio and southern Michigan, the 80-acre Memorial Coliseum and Expo Center complex is host to the Fort Wayne Komets (ECHL), the Fort Wayne Mad Ants (NBADL) and the Fort Wayne Derby Girls (WFTDA). The facility also hosts national concerts, family shows, business and consumer events, the area&#8217;s largest tradeshows and private gatherings. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.memorialcoliseum.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.memorialcoliseum.com<\/a>.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Related Images:<\/h3><div class=\"ngg-related-gallery\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/20210525\/246384.jpg\"\n\t\t\ttitle=\"Allen County Department of Health Department Administrator Mindy Waldron during the ACDH-ISDH news conference announcing the state&#039;s hosting of a mobile mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic at McMillen Park on May 25, 2021.\"\n\t\t\tclass='thickbox' rel='ecda7bc65fe96a586e2f7f8a3b893405' data-image-id=\"11433\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/20210525\/246384.jpg\" data-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/20210525\/thumbs\/thumbs_246384.jpg\" data-title=\"Mindy Waldron\" data-description=\"Allen County Department of Health Department Administrator Mindy 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a mobile mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic at McMillen Park on May 25, 2021.\"\n\t\t\tclass='thickbox' rel='ecda7bc65fe96a586e2f7f8a3b893405' data-image-id=\"11436\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/20210525\/246428.jpg\" data-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/20210525\/thumbs\/thumbs_246428.jpg\" data-title=\"Gathered leaders\" data-description=\"From left to right: Mindy Waldron, Shane Hatchett, Herb Hernandez, So Min Oo, Gaby Lemus, Peggy Hayes, Dr. Matthew Sutter, and Palermo Galindo (City of Fort Wayne) during the ACDH-ISDH news conference announcing the state&#039;s hosting of a mobile mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic at McMillen Park on May 25, 2021.\">\n\t\t\t<img title=\"Gathered leaders\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"Gathered leaders\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-image-id=\"11436\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/20210525\/thumbs\/thumbs_246428.jpg\"\/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/20210525\/246504.jpg\"\n\t\t\ttitle=\"Indiana State Department of Health Chief of Staff Shane Hatchett during the ACDH-ISDH news conference announcing the state&#039;s hosting of a mobile mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic at McMillen Park on May 25, 2021.\"\n\t\t\tclass='thickbox' rel='ecda7bc65fe96a586e2f7f8a3b893405' data-image-id=\"11437\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/20210525\/246504.jpg\" data-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/20210525\/thumbs\/thumbs_246504.jpg\" data-title=\"Shane Hatchett\" data-description=\"Indiana State Department of Health Chief of Staff Shane Hatchett during the ACDH-ISDH news conference announcing the state&#039;s hosting of a mobile mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic at McMillen Park on May 25, 2021.\">\n\t\t\t<img title=\"Shane Hatchett\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"Shane 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He joined Mike Fedorcak as the only drivers to win at both the Memorial Coliseum Expo Center and the old Coliseum track. Photo by Chris Seelman.\"\n\t\t\tclass='thickbox' rel='ecda7bc65fe96a586e2f7f8a3b893405' data-image-id=\"11533\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/rumble.jpg\" data-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/thumbs\/thumbs_rumble.jpg\" data-title=\"Russ Gamester\" data-description=\"Russ Gamester, driving a family-owned car built in 1977, became the oldest \u201cRumble in Fort Wayne\u201d midget winner with his victory on opening night last year. He joined Mike Fedorcak as the only drivers to win at both the Memorial Coliseum Expo Center and the old Coliseum track. Photo by Chris Seelman.\">\n\t\t\t<img title=\"Russ Gamester\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"Russ Gamester\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-image-id=\"11533\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/thumbs\/thumbs_rumble.jpg\"\/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/jeff_alcox.jpg\"\n\t\t\ttitle=\"Jeff Alcox recent received his Certified Ice Technician designation. Photo courtesy of the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.\"\n\t\t\tclass='thickbox' rel='ecda7bc65fe96a586e2f7f8a3b893405' data-image-id=\"11538\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/jeff_alcox.jpg\" data-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/thumbs\/thumbs_jeff_alcox.jpg\" data-title=\"Jeff Alcox\" data-description=\"Jeff Alcox recent received his Certified Ice Technician designation. Photo courtesy of the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.\">\n\t\t\t<img title=\"Jeff Alcox\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"Jeff Alcox\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-image-id=\"11538\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/thumbs\/thumbs_jeff_alcox.jpg\"\/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/michelle_platte1.jpg\"\n\t\t\ttitle=\"Michele Platte has been named the  Marketing &amp;amp; Media Coordinator at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. Courtesy photo.\"\n\t\t\tclass='thickbox' rel='ecda7bc65fe96a586e2f7f8a3b893405' data-image-id=\"11589\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/michelle_platte1.jpg\" data-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/thumbs\/thumbs_michelle_platte1.jpg\" data-title=\"Michele Platte\" data-description=\"Michele Platte has been named the  Marketing &amp;amp; Media Coordinator at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. Courtesy photo.\">\n\t\t\t<img title=\"Michele Platte\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"Michele Platte\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-image-id=\"11589\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/thumbs\/thumbs_michelle_platte1.jpg\"\/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/katie_steigmeyer.jpg\"\n\t\t\ttitle=\"Katie Steigmeyer has joined the staff of the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne as the Director of Catering. Courtesy photo.\"\n\t\t\tclass='thickbox' rel='ecda7bc65fe96a586e2f7f8a3b893405' data-image-id=\"11593\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/katie_steigmeyer.jpg\" data-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/thumbs\/thumbs_katie_steigmeyer.jpg\" data-title=\"Katie Steigmeyer\" data-description=\"Katie Steigmeyer has joined the staff of the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne as the Director of Catering. Courtesy photo.\">\n\t\t\t<img title=\"Katie Steigmeyer\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"Katie Steigmeyer\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-image-id=\"11593\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/fort-wayne-people\/thumbs\/thumbs_katie_steigmeyer.jpg\"\/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/isp\/t20251111-ISP.jpg\"\n\t\t\ttitle=\"From left to right: Troopers Chase Pfefferkorn, Eric Mitchel, Bryce Kukelhan, and Caleb Wooldridge. Photo courtesy of the Indiana State Police.\"\n\t\t\tclass='thickbox' rel='ecda7bc65fe96a586e2f7f8a3b893405' data-image-id=\"12286\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/isp\/t20251111-ISP.jpg\" data-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/gallery\/isp\/thumbs\/thumbs_t20251111-ISP.jpg\" data-title=\"Indiana State Police Fort Wayne Post Troopers\" data-description=\"From left to right: Troopers Chase Pfefferkorn, Eric Mitchel, Bryce Kukelhan, and Caleb Wooldridge. 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