Tim Willert
GLENDALE HIGH -- Organizers of a celebrity basketball game Saturday
between The Hollywood Knights and the Glendale High Faculty All-Stars are
calling it a "friendly competition."
But the local teachers are seeking their third straight win against a
team full of recording artists and television actors.
"Once we start playing, the spirit of competition kicks in," said
Glendale High faculty member Errol Garnett, one of two former college
basketball players who will suit up for the 6:30 p.m. game. "We're all
coaches. I've never met a coach that didn't like to win."
Celebrities who have confirmed they will play include rapper Coolio,
Jose Solano and Michael Bergin ("Baywatch"), Bryan Dattilo ("Days of Our
Lives"), Anthony Harrell ("Saved by the Bell: The New Class") and Alfonso
Ribeiro ("In the House").
"It's an opportunity for fans to mingle with their favorite stars
outside of Hollywood," said Victoria Skalyet, the Knights' publicity
director.
For more than 20 years, the Hollywood Knights Celebrity Basketball
Team has played exhibitions throughout Southern California to raise money
for high school athletic and academic programs.
Last year's game at Glendale High drew 1,500 fans and raised about
$2,500 for the athletic department, said Garnett, the school's activities
director.
Doors to the Glendale High gym open at 6 p.m. Fans will get to meet
their favorite celebrities during a halftime autograph and picture
session.
IF YOU GO
* WHAT: The Hollywood Knights Celebrity Basketball Team vs. Glendale
High faculty.
* WHERE: Glendale High School gym, 1440 E. Broadway.
* WHEN: Saturday, 6:30 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m.
* WHO: Confirmed celebrities include rapper Coolio, Jose Solano and
Michael Bergin ("Baywatch"), Bryan Dattilo ("Days of Our Lives"), Anthony
Harrell ("Saved by the Bell: The New Class") and Alfonso Ribeiro ("In the
House").
* COST: $7 prior to Saturday; $10 at the door.
