BayHawks To Host Draft Party
Published on October 30, 2009 under NBA G League (G League)
Erie BayHawks News Release
ERIE - The Erie BayHawks will host an NBA Development League Draft Party on Thursday, November 5, at 6:30 pm at the Fox and Hound English Pub and Grille, 250 Millcreek Plaza.
The BayHawks will have the second overall pick in the first round, of the eight-round player draft which will be carried live on NBA-TV.
"We consider draft night to be the unofficial start to the season because this is where our roster really starts to take shape." said BayHawks president Matt Bresee. "Having the second overall pick presents an exciting opportunity for us to get a guy that was likely a part of an NBA training camp roster."
The evening will also be highlighted by an appearance from returning BayHawks forward Jackie Manuel. The former North Carolina Tar Heel star and BayHawks shutdown defender, will be on hand to sign autographs and greet fans.
The admission to the event is free and open to the public and everyone who attends will have the opportunity to win great prizes including: signed gear from the BayHawks, and prize packs from the Cleveland Cavaliers and Sports Obsession in the Millcreek Mall. Fans will also enjoy free food and drink specials, plus appearances by BayHawks coaches John Treloar and Ben McDonald, members of the BayHawks Dance Team and "Clutch" the mascot
AM 1260 The Score (ESPN Radio/WRIE) afternoon host Mike "Chico" Bormann will broadcast live on location from 4:00-6:30 pm the day of the event, featuring a draft preview, BayHawks staff interviews and more.
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