Harlem Wizards in Concord Tuesday to Raise Money for the Riley Family

The world famous Harlem Wizards will take on “Team Steph Strong” a team of local Concord teachers and principals and fire fighters on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. at Concord High School .

This is a benefit to support The Riley Family, who is dealing with the challenges of cancer.

Steph Riley is a 47 year old nurse, military veteran and mother of 2 and is currently battling cancer. She was born and raised in Henniker. She attended St Paul’s advanced studies summer program, played sports and graduated as valedictorian from Henniker High School in 1984. She graduated from Boston College and served in the United States Air Force until the end of operation Desert Storm. In 2000 she rejoined the New Hampshire Air National Guard where she was deployed to South East Asia in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

As of October 2014, she obtained the rank of Lt. Col. and is currently being discharged for medical reasons due to her cancer. In addition to her 18 years of military service to our country, Steph is most proud of her two young children Shane 13 and Samantha 9.

Businesses and families from the Greater Concord community are buying tickets to this game to show their support and to help with the financial burden of cancer for this courageous woman and her family.

The Harlem Wizards have a unique mission: to create awe-inspiring events throughout the country. At a Harlem Wizard’s game, fans will witness amazing basketball talent combined with hilarious comedy. It is a unique family event, where students, parents, teachers and the community can all laugh together. Throughout the game, fans will experience a display of tricks, coordinated ball handling, fancy passing and aerodynamic athleticism, combined with high-energy comedy and audience interaction. More than just basketball, the event is a comedic take on a regular basketball game, with lots of slam dunks, athletic tricks and humor, appealing particularly to young students.

The Harlem Wizards have toured the world with a team comprised of players with illustrious college and professional basketball careers. Each player brings their unique talent and humor to the court. The players are excellent role models for young people. The game includes an audience participation half time show and free autograph session at the end of the game. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door for students and $2 additional for adults.

Tickets can be purchased at Masiello Group Real Estate, 4 Park St. in Concord or ShirtMasters on Rte 393 in Chichester or online at harlemwizards.com.

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