Sparks to Appear at Long Beach/PCH Trader Joe's Monday, July 7 from 5-6:30 p.m.
July 3, 2008 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Los Angeles Sparks News Release
LONG BEACH - In an effort to promote community service, the Los Angeles Sparks will be at the Trader Joe's Long Beach store location on Monday, July 7th to kick start the Trader Joe's sponsored "Pay it Forward Night" which comes to STAPLES Center on Monday, July 14th. While visiting Trader Joe's, the Sparks will adorn the traditional Hawaiian shirt of the Trader Joe's staff as they disperse throughout the store bagging groceries, working tasting areas, and greeting customers.
The Sparks visit which will run from 5:00pm-6:30pm at the PCH Long Beach Trader Joe's located at 6451 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90803 is a promotional event for the upcoming âPay it Forward' night where fans are encouraged to donate food items (canned food and other non-perishable food). Sparks staff will be on hand to collect such items from fans for the Los Angeles Regional Foodbank prior to tip-off on Monday, July 14th when the Sparks go head to head against conference rival, the San Antonio Silver Stars. Members of the Sparks fan loyalty program (Home Court Advantage) that donate food items can earn up to 2,500 HCA points good towards free tickets, memorabilia and unique fan experiences.
Trader Joe's commitment to the community and the Los Angeles Regional Foodbank doesn't stop with âPay it Forward' night as it also includes a donation of $75 (benefiting the Los Angeles Regional Foodbank) for each three-pointer made by the Sparks at home games during the regular season.
Another item the Sparks are promoting at this event is a special ticket offer for the game on July 14th. If a fan brings a Trader Joe's receipt valued at $50 or more to the STAPLES Center Box Office they will receive two (2) FREE tickets ($44 value) to the âPay it Forward' game presented by Trader Joe's.
Following the Sparks home game on July 14th, the Sparks will leave on a two-week road trip leading into the Olympic Break. The second half of the Sparks' season will tip-off on Aug. 28 as they play host to the Sacramento Monarchs at STAPLES Center at 7:30 p.m. The regular-season schedule concludes Sept. 14 with the playoffs scheduled to begin on Sept. 18.
For Sparks' ticket information, call 1-877-44-SPARKS. Tickets also are available by calling 1-877-WNBA-TIX or by visiting either Ticketmaster.com or wnba.com/tickets.
About the Los Angeles Sparks
The Los Angeles Sparks are entering their 12th season in the Women's National Basketball Association. The Sparks are one of the eight original teams in the WNBA. In December 2006, the Sparks were purchased by Gemini Basketball, LLC and they are one of seven WNBA teams owned and operated independent of NBA teams. For the first time in franchise history, the Sparks won the top pick for the 2008 WNBA Draft and selected college basketball player of the year Candace Parker of two-time NCAA champion Tennessee. The Sparks were led to back-to-back WNBA Championships in 2001 & 2002 by head coach Michael Cooper. The team's roster of star athletes is led by three-time league MVP Lisa Leslie and includes 2005 WNBA Rookie of the Year Temeka Johnson, stand-out 2007 rookie Sidney Spencer and Parker. The Sparks play their home games at STAPLES Center in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. For Sparks' ticket information, call 1-877-44-SPARKS.
About Trader Joe's
Trader Joe's is a chain of neighborhood grocery stores featuring high quality imported and domestic foods and beverages at honest, low prices. Trader Joe's (www.traderjoes.com) began in 1958 in the Los Angeles area. Since then, Trader Joe's has expanded close to 300 stores in 23 states.
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