The Palestra is the best forum for Basketball in the city.
The halls are lined with thoughtful exhibits which highlight the history
of college basketball in our region.
Most of us West Philly natives have fond memories of at least one High
School championship, surrounded by our teen peers. Some may even
remember Wilt Chamberlain's only true High School loss (to West Catholic)
at the Palestra in 1953(?).
Saturday, March 8, was an especially fun night.
PENN won an undivided IVY TITLE by beating Cornell.
Spectators spilled on to the court, the net was cut down, and Senior
Athletes (Cheer Leaders and Ball Players) were feted with noisy applause.
For one group of local kids in 5th-8th grades, this was a very special
night.
PENN's Athletic ticket office made a generous gift of tickets to the
Scholar - Athletes of St. Francis De Sales elementary school. Kids and
the volunteers and parents who support them were able to see a great game
and its exuberant finale. There may be no better incentive to kids to
play hard and work hard than to be rewarded with such a fun experience.
Several kids made promises to work toward High School and College Ball
Playing. The Volunteers and Parents were gifted with a reward of quality
time at a fun event with their charges.
The tickets arrived with no cover letter, so I don't know whom to thank,
but...
someone took the time to read my request
someone put the tickets in the mail, and
the kids and volunteers had a TERRIFIC time.
So, to the Athletes and Ticket Office Staff, we send a big "Thank you!"
I hope at least some of you are on the list, or that this is forwarded to
the people who work in the Ticket Office.
Best!
Liz
Elizabeth Campion
Neighbor & Real Estate Broker
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Direct & VM: 215-790-5653 / Cell Phone: 215-880-2930
Mail to : P.O. Box 23632 / Phila, Pa 19143
PRUDENTIAL, FOX & ROACH
Reception:215-546-0550, Shared Fax: 215-546-9781
Office at 210 W. Rittenhouse Sq., Suite # 406 / Phila, Pa 19103
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