Celebrity Basketball for Easter Seals Wisconsin

Event Sponsor for Easter Seals

We are excited to announce the first-ever Easter Seals Wisconsin Celebrity Basketball Challenge, presented by Affiliated Dentists. Join us as we cheer on former University of Wisconsin athletes and other local celebrities at Madison College on Saturday, April 7 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Enjoy a night filled with camaraderie, activities, halftime entertainment, and much more at this affordable family-friendly outing!

Saturday, April 7, 2018
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Madison College – H. Douglas Redsten Gymnasium
1701 Wright Street – Madison, WI 53704

“Affiliated Dentists is proud to be an active part of our community and the presenting sponsor for the inaugural Easter Seals Wisconsin Celebrity Basketball Challenge,” says Dr. Mark Gustavson. “We love basketball, so this event was a natural fit for our team! The fact that it benefits families and individuals with disabilities makes it even more worthwhile.”

Pictured left to right: Lisa Schell, Affiliated Dentists; Zach Morley, Board Member, Easter Seals Wisconsin; Dr. Maggie (Smith) Budde, Affiliated Dentists; Dr. Mark Gustavson, Affiliated Dentists; Christine Fessler, CEO, Easter Seals Wisconsin; Andy Crooks, Board Member, Easter Seals Wisconsin; and Dr. Susie Dendinger, Affiliated Dentists.

Shot Doctor Skills Academy

Additionally, there is an opportunity for students to get up close and personal with some of the celebrities! Sign up for the Shot Doctor Skills Academy – led by former University of Wisconsin men’s assistant basketball coach Gary Close, from 3:00-4:30 p.m. Gain expert advice on shooting, ball-handling, passing, rebounding, and defense in small groups led by Coach Close and former Badger basketball players. Hurry – Only the first 100 to register will be able to participate! Your Skills Academy ticket includes entry into the Celebrity Basketball Challenge and a free t-shirt for a chance to get autographs. Due to limited time and space, only students grades 3-6 can register.

All proceeds from the event benefit the programs and services of Easter Seals Wisconsin, directly helping people with disabilities and families across the state.

 

Get Your Tickets

Saturday, April 7, 2018
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Madison College – H. Douglas Redsten Gymnasium
1701 Wright Street – Madison, WI 53704

Tickets can be purchased here online.

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