Harlem Globetrotters to Play World’s Largest Game of H.O.R.S.E.

Basketball’s Most Prolific Innovators Challenge America to Classic Trick Shot Competition

The Harlem Globetrotters, who have continued to surprise and delight fans with their talents and showmanship for more than 85 years, announced today that the team is challenging the nation to the “World’s Largest Game of H.O.R.S.E.”

Fans will be encouraged to submit their best trick shots to be performed by a Harlem Globetrotter attempting to beat them at their own game. True to game tradition, both Globetrotters and Globetrotter Nation will gain “letters” based on missed shots and fans will have the opportunity to win prizes!

Each week, the winning shot will earn a Spalding® BEAST® basketball system for themselves or to donate to their favorite youth group/non-profit. As presenting sponsor of the event, Spalding® has generously provided nine BEAST® portable basketball systems to be shipped to the destination of the weekly winner’s choosing. Fans who don’t submit videos, but still vote, can win Globetrotter tickets, autographed basketballs and other merchandise.

“The game of H.O.R.S.E. has inspired many highlights that have contributed to the originality and excitement of basketball throughout the sport’s history,” said Angela Leaney, Executive Vice President of Brand Marketing, Harlem Globetrotters. “From the alley-oop to the slam dunk, the Globetrotters have long used trick shots as staples of their game, and we’re confident they have what it takes to take on America and win.”

“We are excited to bring the game of H.O.R.S.E. to fans in an innovative way that all Harlem Globetrotters fans will enjoy,” said Paul Sullivan, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Spalding®. “The Globetrotter Nation H.O.R.S.E challenge gives fans a chance to compete with the best of the best!”

The Globetrotters’ 2012 World Tour is coming to Quicken Loans Arena on Tuesday, December 27th for a doubleheader at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.! Tickets go on sale on Monday, October 17 at 10:00 a.m. and start at $19.00*. Fans can get their tickets at www.theQarena.com, the Quicken Loans Arena box office or by phone at 888-894-9424. Information on group and scout tickets can also be found at www.harlemglobetrotters.com.

Click here for the official Globetrotters Nation H.O.R.S.E. contest rules.