Turkey Dunked

Dallas Mavs Take Time to Hoop it Up with Dallas Youth
November 26, 2014 (DALLAS, TX) 75 kids from Jubilee Park had quite the field trip to American Airlines Center yesterday. Outfitted in Mavs Turkey Dunk t-shirts and greeted by the ManiAACs and Mavs Dancers, the kids sat around the practice court eagerly anticipating the arrival of their favorite Mavs stars. Greg Nared, Director of Camps & Community Basketball, introduced the incoming players, and the kids squealed in excitement as # 41 entered the gym.

The players led groups of kids in drills and games for an hour before an early Thanksgiving dinner was served by Nick & Sam’s Chef/Partner Samir Dhurandhar and Executive chef Wil Larson. And just as they thought the dinner might be over, Champ the Mavs mascot strolled in to dine with the kids, making them giggle and cheer and clap for their favorite team.
Throughout NBA Cares Season of Giving, the NBA and its teams and players are out in their communities hosting hundreds of charitable events across the country in an effort to brighten the holidays for thousands of children and families. The Mavericks donated their time today to celebrate Thanksgiving with the children in Dallas who needed it the most.

A special thank you goes to to Albertsons and Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse for their generous support of this event.

About Jubilee Park & Community Center:
Jubilee Park & Community Center is a leader in Dallas in neighborhood revitalization. The mission of Jubilee is to be a catalyst for community renewal and enrichment to the southeast Dallas/Fair Park neighborhood, with special emphasis on comprehensive, community revitalization as well as the education of children and adults. Founded in 1997 through a collaboration between AmeriCorps, Habitat for Humanity, Greater Dallas Community of Churches and Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, Jubilee seeks to improve lives and strengthen community.

About Albertsons:
Albertsons is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every state in which it operates. An Idaho-based company with a rich history extending back to 1939, Albertsons stores now operate in 16 states at over 600 locations. For more information about Albertsons, visit www.albertsons.com or www.facebook.com/albertsons.

About Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse:
Founded in 1999 by restaurateur Phil Romano, Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse has become one of Dallas’ most popular dining destinations. Its universal appeal is a result of exceptional prime steaks, chops and seafood paired with an extensive wine list of 450 selections and outstanding service. Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse is the culmination of Mr. Romano’s extensive experience in concepting, designing and managing highly-successful and original restaurant operations throughout the United States. An exceptional management and service staff has been assembled by Nick & Sam’s owner Joseph Palladino and Corporate Chef/Partner Samir Dhurandhar to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. For more information about Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse, please visit www.nick-sams.com.

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