SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – This year’s Basketball Hall of Fame induction weekend has been changed because of the Olympics.
The event dates have been changed from August 16th and 17th to October 12th and 13th.
John L. Doleba, president and CEO of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame (HOF), said the organization has heard from people in the basketball world around the world about conflicts with the ongoing 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. We have received multiple requests to postpone the event to avoid this. In August.
“The Hall of Fame appreciates the input from our friends in the basketball world and the suggestions of our production partners regarding scheduling adjustments for the enshrinement ceremony,” Dreva said. “We understand that the expansion of Olympic basketball is important to a wide range of stakeholders and regret any inconvenience caused by this change. This one-time change to October This ensures that we are once again in the best position to deliver a great experience for our guests and a first-class presentation that celebrates our esteemed class.”
The enshrinement weekend begins on Saturday, October 12th with a tip-off celebration and awards ceremony at Mohegan Sun. On Sunday, October 13th, Springfield will host a full day of activities for him, capping off the weekend with an enshrining ceremony at Springfield Symphony Hall.
For more information on enshrining events and ticket sales, please visit the HOF website. If you would like a refund for an August event, please contact HOF directly at 413-231-5513.
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