Delle Donne Named Spokesperson, Goodwill Ambassador for Delaware 87ers
November 20, 2014 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Chicago Sky News Release
NEWARK, DE - Nov. 20, 2014 - The Delaware 87ers today announced a partnership to name WNBA All-Star guard and former University of Delaware standout Elena Delle Donne the team's Goodwill Ambassador and Spokesperson for the 2014-15 NBA Development League season. The team also released information regarding a Delle Donne six-game ticket pack, which will feature appearances by Delle Donne at select Sevens home games and events, in addition to a number of unique experiences only available with purchase.
"I am thrilled to join the 87ers this season as an Ambassador and so thankful for the unique vision they've demonstrated bringing me on," said Delle Donne. "We share a deep commitment to Delaware, to basketball and to providing the community with diverse, positive role models. It is an honor to represent them."
The 87ers host eight non-profit game nights throughout the season, including a select number in which Delle Donne will participate, including LymeAid 4 Kids Night and Special Olympics Night. She will also take part in Women's Health Night, in addition to other Sevens events.
"The Delaware 87ers are excited to welcome Elena Delle Donne to the team for the upcoming season, initiating a partnership between two of basketball's most recognizable brands in the state of Delaware," said 87ers President Aaron Moszer. "We're confident in bringing Elena on board, the 87ers will be able to raise awareness to many great organizations in the community, in addition to spreading the team's reach throughout the state."
The Delle Donne six-game pack includes tickets to the following games, and additionally will include a free admission to the Sevens home-opener on Tuesday December 2 at 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, December 27 at 7:00 p.m. vs. Rio Grande Valley Vipers
- Saturday, January 10 at 7:00 p.m. vs. Fort Wayne Mad Ants
- Sunday, January 25 at 7:00 p.m. vs. Texas Legends
- Saturday, February 28 at 7:00 p.m. vs. Canton Charge
- Friday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m. vs. Fort Wayne Mad Ants
- Friday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m. vs. Erie Bayhawks
Members who purchase a Delle Donne six-game pack will gain entrance to a private meet-and-greet reception with Delle Donne on Saturday, January 10 vs. Fort Wayne, enjoy a children's pre-game clinic hosted by Delle Donne on Saturday, February 28 vs. Canton and receive an autographed picture with Delle Donne at the game on Friday, March 6 vs. Fort Wayne.
Ticket prices for the Delle Donne six-game pack start as low as $58 for reserved seats. To be purchase, visit www.Sevens.com/promo and enter the code ELENA.
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