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NBA Global Ambassador and 18-year NBA veteran Dikembe Mutombo conducted a clinic this morning for 30 promising basketball players at the American International School in Abu Dhabi, it was announced today by the National Basketball Association (NBA).
The clinic, run in conjunction with Flash Entertainment, the Abu Dhabi-based live event consultancy, included boys and girls aged 13-18 as they took part in drills focusing on basketball fundamentals and skill development, while promoting fitness and the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.
“I am thrilled to have taken part in this special clinic in Abu Dhabi,” said Mutombo. “There is a big appetite for basketball in the region and I am encouraged by the continued growth of the sport in the United Arab Emirates.”
Mutombo’s on-the-court honors include four NBA Defensive Player of the Year awards through a career that also saw him named to eight All-Star Game appearances, and a place on three All-NBA teams and six All-Defensive teams. Off the court, Mutombo was recently named as NBA Global Ambassador. In his new role, Mutombo will help to grow and celebrate the game through numerous events and social responsibility programs across the globe.
“The sport of basketball has a great potential to further grow in Abu Dhabi;” said Aly El Hamamsy, Vice President for the Middle East. “This initiative is another example of the NBA’s commitment to growing the sport across the region.”
About the NBA
The NBA, founded in 1946, is a professional sports league and global business that features 30 teams in the United States and Canada. During the 2009-10 season, NBA games will reach 215 countries and territories in 41 languages. The league’s worldwide reach is also displayed in the 83 international players from 36 countries and territories on NBA rosters. NBA merchandise is sold in more than 100,000 stores in 100 countries on six continents. NBA.com averages more than 26 million page views per day, with more than 50 percent of the site’s visitors coming from outside of North America. Through NBA Cares, the league, its teams and players have donated more than $115 million to charity, provided more than one million hours of hands-on service to communities around the world, and created more than 440 places where kids and families can live, learn, or play.
About Flash (www.thinkflash.ae)
Based in Abu Dhabi and founded in July 2008, Flash is an accomplished event consultancy providing flawless execution and an unrivalled experience to all stakeholders across the region. Driven by a team of dedicated professionals, a passion for distinctive events and a commitment to excellence, Flash offers comprehensive solutions which leave lasting impressions.
With a global network of contacts, and an insightful and innovative outlook, Flash brings world-class performers, athletes and musicians to the region and creates memorable and positive experiences that appeal to each and every member of the community. Flash is also perfectly positioned to provide executional support to partners across Abu Dhabi, ensuring strategic alignment and universal standards of excellence across the domestic and regional events scene.
To date, Flash has successfully delivered some the biggest and most memorable live events in Abu Dhabi’s history. From ground-breaking pop stars to world film premieres, Flash’s seamless approach to event design, promotion, planning and implementation has already left an indelible mark on the city having delivered shows featuring leading international and regional performers including Justin Timberlake, Bon Jovi, George Michael, Alicia Keys, Shakira, Christina Aguilera, Coldplay and Andrea Bocelli.
For more information:
Media should register at Flash Entertainment’s online press office - www.flashmediacentre.com
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