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Long Island Nets Hosting Fan Fest at Nassau Coliseum

Fans can party, take free-throws and meet the players at this special event.

(Long Island Nets)

The Long Island Nets and the Brooklyn Nets will host a free Fan Fest on Sunday, Nov. 17 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The special event will be held following the Long Island Nets’ home game against the Windy City Bulls.

During the event, fans can participate in a range of activities, including an inflatable Kids Zone obstacle course, a dance party alongside the Long Island Nets Team Hype and free-throws on the court where the NBA G League plays. Players from both teams will make an appearance and invite fans to have an opportunity to receive an autograph.

Fans will also have an opportunity to meet and take photos with the Long Island Nets Mascot, Dale the Eagle, and take home an autograph from the Long Island and Brooklyn Nets’ meet and greet, being held from 5:30 to 6 p.m.

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While no purchase is necessary to access the Fan Fest, fans can purchase tickets to attend the Long Island Nets Vs Windy City Bulls game being held before the festival, by visiting https://www.nycblive.com/or the Ticketmaster Box Office at the Coliseum.

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