In 1962, New York sports promoter Howie Davis first envisioned a show and organization that would put a different spin on show basketball. The Wizards are a show basketball entity delivering wildly successful fundraiser events for schools and nonprofits. Last season alone they played in over 450 communities across the USA while raising more than $3 million for schools and non-profits.

What makes a Wizards show “awe-inspiring,” or as the kids and teens say, “off the hizzle”? Some say it’s the oohs and aahs created by the thunderous, sky-high slams. For others, it’s the humor and seeing the teachers being good sports and having fun on the court with the Wizards. The comedy, audience participation, and spontaneity delivered through a world class show in an intimate and community setting adds up to a night to be experienced and treasured.

The Wizards roster is full of amazing hoop talent; their three units crisscross the USA, with Eric “Broadway” Jones, and Dwayne “Swoop” Simpson, both former Globetrotter showmen, as well as the dynamic duo of David “DP” Paul and “King Arthur” Lewis, a former Academic All-American at Bowie State University.

The star-studded, experienced roster includes Arnold “A-Train” Bernard, an accomplished trickster and a veteran of 7 years with the Globetrotters. Add in James “The Roadrunner” Tyndal who is fast enough to dribble thru New York City traffic, and Devon “Livewire” Curry who led his team to become the FIBA 3 on 3 US championship.

The slams come at rapid-fire pace in the Wizards show. The roster features Lemarvon “Showtime” Jackson, the Wizards training camp slam-dunk champion. Add in veteran Leon “Space Jam” Sewell along with rookie sensation Jordan “Flight” Southerland; both competed in the Sprite Slam Dunk contest during the 2015 NBA All-Star week in New York. Roscoe “Sarge” Johnson’s 360 backboard-shattering dunk in a Wizards game was shown on ESPN’s dunks of the week online and has had over 100,000 views.

The show is Oct. 19. This event will raise funds for both the Running Fox and Black Hawk Elementary PTOs. The game will take place at Clark County R-1 High School, 680 E. Main Street, Kahoka, Missouri, and is open for everyone! Doors open at 2 p.m. and the game starts at 3 p.m.

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