WWE Legend Bob Backlund Headlines Blue Coats' Second Annual Pro Wrestling Extravaganza on March 14
February 24, 2020 - NBA G League (G League)
Delaware Blue Coats News Release
WILMINGTON - FEB. 24, 2020 - The Delaware Blue Coats, the NBA G League affiliate of the Philadelphia 76ers, announced today details for the team's second annual Pro Wrestling Extravaganza on Saturday, March 14, when the Blue Coats host the Long Island Nets at 7 p.m. at 76ers Fieldhouse. The event will feature a special appearance by WWE Hall of Famer Bob Backlund.
Backlund is scheduled to be available for fan autographs and photos when doors to the arena open at 6 p.m.
Right Coast Pro Wrestling will perform in a live ring before the game and host a postgame battle royale. The Delaware-based performance group puts on scores of family-friendly shows in the community each year. More information on RCPW can be found at rightcoastpro.com.
A legendary wrestler with an in-ring campaign spanning five decades (1973-2018), Backlund was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013 as a two-time WWE Heavyweight Champion/World Heavyweight Champion. The Minnesota native's first run with the title lasted nearly six years and is the second-longest reign in title history.
Tickets are available at SIXERS.COM/BlueCoats or by calling 302-504-7587.
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