Harlem Globetrotters At Rocky Mountain High

Hundreds of freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors filled the Rocky Mountain High School Gym yesterday to see a Harlem Globetrotter up close and personal.

The afternoon started with a free throw shootout amongst the students, then a half court challenge. When Globetrotter, Scooter Christiansen, arrived he showed what makes The Globetrotters so special when it comes to being role models for kids and young adults, the C.H.E.E.R program.

"The Globetrotters designed the program with assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. While there are several different character traits emphasized by various programs across the country, the Globetrotters' program focuses on Cooperation, Healthy mind & body, Effort, Enthusiasm, and Responsibility, using the acronym “C.H.E.E.R.”™

The program targets 6-12 year-old students and involves Globetrotter players incorporating their signature ball handling skills with a “C.H.E.E.R.”™ basketball. The basketball includes each of the character traits printed on the outside of the ball and is used as a key tool during the presentation to each school. Globetrotter players encourage students to match their actions with those five character traits in all their life experiences with parents, teachers and one another. "

Scooter brought out students and a "responsible" adult to participate in some tricks of his trade. He also showed off some of his skills; dribbling, spinning the ball on his head and shooting from half court. It was fun, energetic and afterward the kids swarmed around him for autographs and questions.

Check out the picture gallery to see some of the fun.