Harlem Globetrotters coming to SIU Arena January 9
10/04/2013 | 12:00:00 | General
Oct. 4, 2013
SIUSalukis.com
CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Harlem Globetrotters will perform at SIU Arena at 7 p.m. January 9 as part of their 2014 "Fans Rule" World Tour.
In advance of the event, fans are encouraged to log on to www.harlemglobetrotters.com/rule, where they can vote which specialized rules will be implemented in the Globetrotters' performance. The rules on the ballot include:
Hot Hand Jersey — Both teams will have a "Hot Hand Jersey" they can pass among each other. The player wearing this jersey will receive double points on made baskets.
Make or Miss — The quarter begins with only two players on the court for each team. When a team scores, a teammate may enter the game. When they miss, the player missing the shot must leave the court, leaving his or her teammates shorthanded.
Trick Shot Challenge — Via three challenge flags per team, each coach can challenge the other team to make a trick shot. If the team makes the trick shot, it earns five points. If it misses, the other team receives five points.
6 on 5 — Five Globetrotters will take on six opponents.
Two Ball Basketball — The teams will play with two basketballs at the same time.
The Harlem Globetrotters roster features Special K Daley, Big Easy Lofton, Flight Time Lang, Hi-Lite Bruton, Dizzy Grant, TNT Maddox, T-Time Brawner and Sweet J Ekworomadu.
Tickets for the event start at $17 and are available online at SIUSalukis.com, at the SIU Arena box office or by phone at 877-SALUKIS.
