Colts Neck Schools to Take on Harlem Wizards

Some of Colts Neck’s educational talent throughout the Colts Neck Schools will take on the Harlem Wizards in an match-up on Tuesday, Jan. 26. This fun-filled, family-oriented evening will take place at Colts Neck High School at 7 p.m. Proceeds from the game will benefit Colts Neck PTO-funded programs for the children of the Colts Neck Schools.

The Colts Neck dream team, composed of teachers and staff from the Colts Neck school district, has been dubbed “Team Kobe Wan Kenobi.” The all-star lineup includes Cedar Drive Middle School Principal Colin Rigby and Assistant Principal Merri Milano, Conover Road Elementary School Principal Jim Osmond and Conover Road Primary School Principal Tricia Barr. Rounding out the talent for the Colts Neck Schools are Sara Campbell, Hope Delia, Lauren Hums, Melissa Jones, Debra Tarby, Ryan White, B. Jay Willis, Thomas Wonaszek and others.

“It’s on!” said Jim Osmond, principal of Conover Road Elementary. “We’re looking forward to meeting these guys on the court again for another fun event.”

Team Kobe Wan Kenobi might have to use “the force” to battle the awe-inspiring Harlem Wizards team, known for their trick hoops and alley-oops. The Wizards combine basketball talent with comedy to bring fans a game to remember.

Fans experience a magical display of tricks throughout the game as well as coordinated ball handling, stylized passing and aerodynamic athleticism combined with high-energy comedy and audience interaction. The game comprises two hours of family time, wherein parents, grandparents and kids can laugh together.

General admission tickets are $20 and can be purchased through the Harlem Wizards website. A limited number of court-side seats, as well as premium seats with a pregame meet and greet with Wizards players, are available for an additional fee. Remaining tickets will be sold at the door for $25. Wizards jerseys and other fan gear can be purchased online before or during the event.