About the Harlem Globetrotters
The world famous Harlem Globetrotters will take fan interaction to a new level when the 2014 “Fans Rule” World Tour comes to Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Sunday, April 6, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. Online voting is now open at harlemglobetrotters.com/rule, where all fans can choose which new game-changing rules they want to see in their hometown.
The Globetrotters were the first organization in sports and entertainment to let fans vote on rules when the team introduced the concept last year. Since the fan response was so overwhelming, the team is doing it again – but with a major twist.
The 2014 online ballot includes three never-before-seen revolutionary rules:
· Hot Hand Jersey – Both teams will have a “Hot Hand Jersey” they can pass among each other. The player who is 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 short-handed.
· 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, they earn five points. If they miss, the other team receives five points.
With a roster showcasing stars such as Special K Daley, Big Easy Lofton, Flight Time Lang, Hi-Lite Bruton, and Dizzy Grant – plus female stars TNT Maddox, T-Time Brawner, and Sweet J Ekworomadu* – the Globetrotters’ one-of-a-kind family show features mesmerizing ball handling, an assortment of trick shots, high-flying dunks and precise timing – all with an array of comedy guaranteed to entertain the young and the young at heart. After virtually every game, Globetrotter stars remain on the court for autographs and photographs with fans.#
*Rosters will vary in each city and are subject to change.
# Subject to availability.
Our Experience
My family was able to attend the show yesterday and it was very memorable for everyone!! I have wonderful memories of going to the Harlem Globetrotters with my dad so it was special to have my girls go with theirs!! I think my husband appreciated the basketball part a bit more than the girls, but the atmosphere and “show” of it captured their attention. My girls were able to invite a friend and they had so much fun. I think this picture describes their joy!! We are so thankful to Iowa Events Center for the opportunity to experience the amazing Harlem Globetrotters.
