The Harlem Wizards returned to Ewen Saturday evening where they played an exhibition game against the "Loggers" at Ewen-Trout Creek School.

The Loggers led by Brad Besonen vowed revenge for for last year's loss to the fantastic Wizards, famous for their hoops, loops and alley oops wizardry on the court, along the side lines and in the stands. The loggers were determined and actually played well against the boys from the Big Apple. However, they lacked depth on the bench needed for the long haul. They unfortunately fell once more to the fabulous showmen of the basketball world.

The Harlem Wizards are one of the greatest basketball show-team organizations to ever "lace it up and let 'em fly." Each event at which the Harlem Wizards perform offers a rare combination of individual athleticism, teamwork, entertainment and community involvement. It is pure enjoyment for every fan in attendance.

Featuring some of the top basketball talent in the world, the Harlem Wizards' exciting brand of "Trick Hoops and Alley Oops" is so engaging that after five decades they are still packing gymnasiums all across the globe with fans eager to laugh and be amazed.

Since 1962, the Harlem Wizards have played over 6,000 games in both the United States and abroad, thrilling millions of fans along the way. The Harlem Wizards' current winning streak exceeds 2,800 games, and miles of smiles.

The Logger Players: Mandy Linder, Chase Leskala, Kelsey Fors, Mary Hintze, Dennis Gilek and Coach Brad Besonen.

Brad's wife Jackie could not play this year, as she was sidelined due to a pregnancy. Perhaps, the team needed Jackie more than they knew!

Saturday's Wizard team consisted of:

# 4 Broadway - Eric Jones, 6'2" Born 01/20/74. Urbana U..

College Team Captain, World Scholar Athlete, All-American. Starred with the Globetrotters. Brings energy and passion. Loves and respects the game. Has been a Wizard since 1998.

#9 A-Train - Arnold Bernard, 5' 6", born 05/03/1969, S.W. Missouri State U.

College All-American. NYC HS All-City, shared backcourt with Rod Strickland. Streetball legend, Rucker Park top 50. 7 year Globetrotter, Nike freestyler. Has been a Wizard since 1999.

#24 The Rocket - Rashaan Barner, 6', born 03/17/1979. William Patterson U.

Averaged 19 pts. 10 rebs. 1st Team All-American in college. Appeared in Nike TV ad with Lebron James, Reebok with Jay-Z, 50 inch vertical leap!. He has been a Wizard since 2003.

#33 DP - David Paul, 6' 6", born 08/28/1980, Staten Island College

Amazingly didn't crack the first 5 until senior year in HS, then was CUNY and Metro NY College Player Of The Year. DP has been a Wizard since 2003.

There were two new Wizards with the team #30, The Show, and number# 20 The Parachute. All of these players send you home with a great big smile on your face.

The Wizards move on from Ewen to play two more exhibitions in the Northland: Sunday, Sep 27th 4:00pm

Harlem Wizards vs. Tomahawk Hoopsters and tonight in Tomahawk,

Tomahawk School Fieldhouse Tomahawk, WI Monday, Sep 28th 7:00pm, Harlem Wizards vs. Northland Pines Eagles at the Northland Pines Fieldhouse Eagle River, WI

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