“The WNBA All-Star Game is a festive celebration that will feature world-class athletes, family-oriented activities and entertainment as well as community projects, all of which will showcase the WNBA’s connection to our fans and the community,” said Orender.
“Bringing the WNBA All-Star Game to Washington is a reward for our fans and testament to what a great market this is for women’s basketball,” said Sheila Johnson, President and Managing Partner of the Washington Mystics. “We look forward to hosting the greatest players in the world, and this is a fitting occasion for the Mystics as we celebrate 10 years in Washington! ”
On game day, select players will again compete against each other in the Dribble, Dish & Swish Skills Challenge as well as the Three-Point Shoot Out, both of which are sponsored by Adidas and included in the price of admission to the All-Star Game.
WNBA players will be extremely visible around town during All-Star Weekend, participating in community outreach initiatives that will leave lasting and positive impressions in the Washington, D.C. area. Several projects will take place, including the Nike/WNBA Court Refurbishment and the opening of a Reading and Learning Center through the WNBA Cares Legacy Event in conjunction with Toyota.
By hosting the 2007 All-Star Game, the eighth in WNBA history, Washington will join New York as the only cities to stage multiple WNBA All-Star games. In addition to hosting the league’s first All-Star event on July 14, 1999, New York’s Madison Square Garden was the site of the All-Star Game in 2003 and again last year during the league’s 10th anniversary season. Washington, D.C. also hosted the game in 2002.
Verizon Center (formerly known as MCI Center) is truly a multi-purpose facility, playing host to the WNBA Mystics, the NBA Wizards, the NHL Capitals, the Georgetown Hoyas and big-time concerts and family shows.
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