(PHOENIX, Nov. 27, 2007) – The world renowned Harlem Globetrotters will once again entertain U.S. troops stationed overseas during the holiday season.  From Nov. 29 through Dec. 10, the team will perform 11 shows on military bases in seven countries: Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Germany, Belgium and the United Kingdom.

“People often call athletes and entertainers heroes, but those in our armed forces are the true heroes,” says Globetrotter “Showtime” Gaffney.  “Nothing compares to meeting those people and bringing them a little piece of home for the holidays.”

This marks the fifth consecutive year the Globetrotters have visited U.S. troops overseas during the months of November and December, made possible by Navy Entertainment and Armed Forces Entertainment.  During last year’s historic holiday tour of the Middle East, the team visited 12 different U.S. military bases in five countries, including Iraq.

“The men and women of our armed forces are grateful that the Globetrotters are continuing this tradition,” said Karen Fritz, Head of Special Events and Entertainment for Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation.  “The troops thoroughly enjoy this wonderful piece of Americana during a time when it’s most difficult to be away from their loved ones.” 

Globetrotter fans can get an exciting inside look with pictures from the tour and exclusive blogs from Globetrotter dribbler “Flight Time” Lang.

Sponsored by Campbell Soup Company, the Harlem Globetrotters are celebrating their 82nd consecutive season of touring the world.  The Globetrotters have played in 118 countries on six continents, entertaining over 125 million fans and crossing barriers between cultures, societies and people from all walks of life.  The Globetrotters are one of only six teams to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.   Click here for ticket information for the 2008 “Magic As Ever” World Tour.