District 58’s Downers Grovetrotters basketball team looks forward to playing the world-famous Harlem Wizards on Sunday, Feb. 12 at 6 p.m. at Downers Grove South High School, 1436 Norfolk St. This Education Foundation fundraiser will offer great basketball, entertainment, comedy and more!
O’Neill Principal Matt Durbala and Herrick Math Teacher Dick Resh will coach the District 58 team of outstanding teachers, principals and staff from across the district, and Rep. David Olsen, Mayor Martin Tully and County Board Member/Former Mayor Brian Krajewski will referee the game.
The fantastic team includes players from each District 58 school. Wear your school’s spirit colors to the game and cheer on your players!
Downers Grovetrotters Basketball Team:
Erik Andrews, Hillcrest
Whitney Cavanaugh, Indian Trail
Nichole Calcagno, Kingsley
Assistant Principal Chris Clavenna, Hillcrest/Pierce Downer
Patrick Donnelly, Lester
Mary French, Belle Aire and Pierce Downer
Assistant Principal Amy Gray, Herrick
Barry Kincaid, O'Neill
Andrew Kupisch, Henry Puffer
Principal Jason Lynde, El Sierra
Liana Marino, Kingsley
Ted McGinness, El Sierra/Fairmount
Bobby Mueller, O'Neill
Principal Matt Neustadt, Herrick
Katie Padilla, Highland
Mallory Poe, Indian Trail
Assistant Principal Mel Sawisch, O'Neill
Rick Sible, Hillcrest
Taylor Sopron, Whittier
Jay Swanstrom, Herrick
Phil Szuck, Henry Puffer
Nicole Trezzo, Herrick
Brian Zak, El Sierra and Indian Trail
The legendary Jim Mizener will be the announcer. Mizener has been the voice of Downers Grove South games since 1985. In 2012, he was inducted into the Illinois High School Basketball Coaches Association's Hall of Fame as a contributor to the game. Kyra Cain and Diana Kwak, both O’Neill students, will sing the national anthem.
Proceeds from the Harlem Wizards game will benefit the Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58. Tickets cost $10 in advance or $12 at the game. Reserved seating costs $20, and courtside plus tickets are sold out. Guests may purchase advance tickets online at http://www.harlemwizards.com/schedule-tickets/ or in person at Realty Executives, 943 Maple Ave., on weekdays between noon and 4 p.m.
The talented Harlem Wizards play basketball games worldwide. The players provide a fantastic basketball performance, which includes elite athleticism, impressive slam dunks, fancy tricks and top-notch comedy.
The event will also feature a raffle and souvenirs. Students who purchase a Wiz Kid jersey before the game will be invited to warm up with the Wizards and take a special photo with the players.
View a video featuring the Harlem Wizards coming to Downers Grove at https://youtu.be/rq3KdpSrztU. The Downers Grove District 58 Education Foundation coordinates the Harlem Wizards game. Learn more about the Harlem Wizards at www.harlemwizards.com. Learn more about the Education Foundation at www.58foundation.org. For more information or media inquiries, please contact Megan Hewitt, communications liaison to the Education Foundation, at 630-719-5805 or mhewitt@dg58.org.