June 02, 2012

Weekend in L.A. Celebration for Nneka

From Otis Watson, FBC member:

Hello Fans of Women's Basketball,

The Los Angeles Sparks organization at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California has invited the Cardinal Fast Break Club and all supporters of women's basketball, to a "Weekend in LA Celebration for Nneka Ogwumike".

This year, plan for an Independence weekend on July 7 & 8, 2012 in Los Angeles with the 2012 No.1 Draft Pick of the WNBA.

The Los Angeles Sparks organization has pulled out all the stops to celebrate their newest member of the Sparks family. A few of the pre- and post-game speakers will include: Laurel J. Richie, President and Commissioner, of the WNBA, Mike Levy, President of the Los Angeles Sparks organization, Penny Toler, General Manager of the Sparks, Carol Ross, Coach of the Sparks, Paula Williams Madison, Majority Investor of the Sparks, a special invited guest from ESPN. and of course, the star of the show Nneka Ogwumike for post-game conversations, pictures, autographs and networking.

Attendees will dine on wonderful pre-game buffet gourmet meals and no-host full bar in the VIP Lexus Club, participate in raffles for Nneka's jerseys and t-shirts, and receive a special Sparks gift bag,

Special hotel discounts are now available at the Los Angeles Marriott Downtown for $109.00 single and double occupancy.

It is recommended that you consider Southwest Airlines in making your low-cost flight arrangements.

Saturday, July 7 Pre-Game Meal - "Taste of Italy"

  • Classic Caesar Salad, Chopped Antipasto Salad, Pasta Station, Meat Lasagna, Vegetarian Lasagna, Eggplant Parmesan, and Tiramisu for dessert.
Sunday, July 8 Pre-Game Meal - "Napa Valley Cuisine"
  • California Salad, Spinach Salad, Oven Roasted Turkey, Grilled Salmon, Whipped Potatoes, Steamed Green Beans, and Carrot Cake for dessert.
All interested parties should read the attached flyer or call Aminah Mills, with the Los Angeles Sparks, at (W) 213-929-1304; (Cell) 213-926-6138; Email: amills@la-sparks.com.

"First-Come, First-Served" on all seat assignments. Act TODAY...don't delay. Invite your family, friends and colleagues from all over Northern and Southern California, to attend this great event.

Special Events at STAPLES Center

  • Saturday, July 7 will feature Girl Scouts Night, with half time performer "Cymphonique Miller'.
  • Sunday, July 8 will feature Faith and Family Night, with post game performer "Barlow Girl".
We are looking forward to seeing YOU and your friends on July 7 & 8, 2012 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles.

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