Harlem Globetrotters keep whistlin' on

While Jeremy Lin may be the talk of basketball nowadays, he still has a long way to go before matching the longevity of the Harlem Globetrotters. The modern incarnation of the Globetrotters have been dribbling and dazzling crowds to the tune of Sweet Georgia Brown since 1929, and in 2012 they are still going strong with North American shows scheduled well into April. While the NBA may have the lion’s share of hype in the basketball world, the longevity and cultural impact of the Globetrotters is something to behold.
At the time of their inception in the 1920s, the Globetrotters were a social and cultural game-breaker in the pre-Civil Rights era in the United States. In a period where blacks were commonly referred to as second-class citizens, the athleticism and undeniable skills of the Globetrotters transcended norms and forced a change in attitudes regarding black athletes. Basketball today is a global sport with athletes and fans of all colors and creeds. While ‘Linsanity’ is the latest phenom in the sport, perhaps some of the credit for his emergence – and that of retired player Yao Ming – can be traced back to the days when the Harlem Globetrotters burst onto the court.
In 2005, a documentary chronicling the Globetrotters was released. You can see Part 1 here on YouTube:

What do you think has been the most significant contribution of the Globetrotters to the sport of basketball? What’s been your favorite trick shot that they’ve done over the years?
If you’d like to catch the Globetrotters on their 2012 tour, check out the list of dates on our website. ShowTimeTickets.com is your way to see all the best shows; we are never sold out!

BC Lions face Edmonton for the first game in their new home!

CFL football has a new home in Vancouver: its old one. The fabulously revamped BC Place, traditional home of the Lions, is open for business again, and its first customers will be the Edmonton Eskimos – ready for an extra-large order of bone-crunching football, on the house.
The game, which will see the two teams face off after a 36-1 Lions victory at their last meeting, will be a chance for the Eskimos to prove themselves – and you can be sure the players are aware. The Lions, on the other hand, are eager to continue their winning streak. No matter the outcome, it’s sure to be a tense game.
Almost of equal consideration will be the experience of the brand-new stadium. Featuring more natural light, a brand-new, state-of-the-art retractable roof, vast digital screens to catch more of the action than ever before, and an incredible new sound system, the stadium is a totally new experience. The seats are even three inches wider, so don’t be to worried about hitting the concession stands.
Of course, this won’t be just another football game: the opening will be marked by a marvelous gala, featuring an incredible halftime show and internationally acclaimed recording artist Sara McLachlan to sing the national anthem.
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Dustin Lynch Tickets

Up-and-coming country star Dustin Lynch is hitting the road in support of his debut album, and fans of country music won’t want to miss their chance to see the genre’s next big star, live and in concert! Tickets are still available for all of Dustin’s 2014 performances, so you can hear him play cuts off of his self-titled album – including his very first hit, “Cowboys and Angels.” So check out the touring information below to learn more, and score your incredible set of Dustin Lynch Tickets today, while you still can!

Weeks Top 10 Events: Sep 10th, 2010

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