COLUMBUS, Ind. — Two teams will meet at Columbus North High School’s gym for a rematch nearly five years in the making.
On Sunday, March 6 at 2 p.m., the Harlem Wizards’ Swoop Squad will face off against local educators in a basketball game and fundraiser event for the Bartholomew Consolidated School Foundation. The home team — aka the “BCSF Stars” — will be coached by Superintendent Jim Roberts.
Roberts, along with former Indiana Fever star Tamika Catchings, coached the local team during the Wizards’ last visit in November of 2017.
The Harlem Wizards describe themselves as a “show basketball entity delivering wildly successful fundraiser events for schools and nonprofits.” The team is known for their trick shots and comedy-filled gameplay.
“The Wizards bring showmanship and athleticism to their games,” said BCSF Executive Director Nicole Cunningham. “This will be memorable for all who come, and a great opportunity to bring families together while benefiting our local schools.”
The game will be the school foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year and will support local teachers and learning activities for the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp.
When purchasing tickets, families will be able to attribute their purchase to a local school, or to the foundation itself. The choice doesn’t determine where the proceeds from the order will go but is instead designed to help create cheering sections for each building, said Cunningham. There will be a “special surprise” for the school with the loudest section.
“We have participation from all BCSC elementary schools, so Columbus kids will recognize someone on the floor, and see their teachers and principals in a whole new light,” said Cunningham.
If you go
What: Harlem Wizards game to raise funds for the Bartholomew Consolidated School Foundation
When: March 6. Doors open at 1 p.m.; tip-off is at 2 p.m.
Where: Columbus North High School gym, 1400 25th St.
How to purchase tickets: Go to harlemwizards.com or click on the “Purchase Tickets” link displayed at bcsfstars.org. The online box office closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the game.
General admission is $13; student and senior tickets are $11. Admission is free for children three years or younger. Additional perks are available with purchase of $20 “Reserved” tickets, $35 “Courtside Plus” tickets or a “Wiz Kid” replica jersey. An online processing fee of $1.50 will be added to the total order. Tickets will be sent via email and must be printed out.
Tickets should be purchased in advance. However, if some are still available on game day, they will be sold at the door — $15 for general admission and $13 for students.
