Tickets For The Harlem Globetrotters Sacramento Events in California

Basketball fan or not, it is almost impossible not to like the Harlem Globetrotters. One of the most unique promoters of the sport, the Globetrotters have traveled all over the globe and dazzled millions with their unique version of the sport they love. The Globetrotters use their incredible tricks and skills to perform some of the most outrageous stunts ever seen on the basketball court. The Harlem Globetrotters have hit the road once again and their next stop is the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. To catch the show live, get The Harlem Globetrotters Sacramento tickets today.

The Harlem Globetrotters franchise is an American cultural icon and they are one of the most famous basketball teams in the country. The Globetrotters are considered by many to be the team responsible for popularizing basketball in the country.

Early History

The franchise itself was founded by students of a Chicago high school in the 1920s and in 1928 the Globetrotters unveiled their first official team, which was led by Tommy Brookins. The team featured African American players, so they adopted Harlem into the franchise’s title to pay homage to the culturally significant area.

Over the years, numerous world class basketball players have donned on the Globetrotters’ famous jersey. These include basketball legends like Hubert Ausbie, Nat Clifton, Jerome James, Meadowlark Connie, Marques Haynes, Fred Neal and the iconic Wilt Chamberlain. The Globetrotters also competed professionally in a number of tournaments, most notably winning the World Basketball Tournament in 1940.

Performance Style

The Harlem Globetrotters are famous for putting on a unique spin to basketball. They entertain the audience by playing innovative tricks like dribbling with multiple balls, attempting near impossible shots and juggling a number of basketballs. All of this is done with a comic element and their performance more or less becomes a comedy routine at times.

Over the years, as basketball has evolved, so has the performing style of the Globetrotters. Now you can catch them dunking the ball in a variety of ways and incorporating several new tricks to their routine. To catch the legendary team live in action, get The Harlem Globetrotters Sacramento tickets today.