Atlanta Hawks’ Damien Wilkins Hosts “Game Day” at the Hill Street Boys & Girls Club During NBA Lockout
Atlanta Hawks’ Damien Wilkins geared up for a different type of game day when he partnered with DTLR at the Hill Street Boys & Girl Club in Atlanta on October 18, 2011 for a day of fun and mentoring.
Atlanta, GA, October 22, 2011 --(PR.com)-- The Game Day itinerary included a mentoring component, video and board game stations, photos and autographs. The interactive program gave participants a chance to hear the challenges Damien overcame to reach success, great tips on achieving academic goals, and leadership development. Celebrity barber Bobby Henderson was on hand for free haircuts and AmeriGroup provided child health information to parents and snacks for the club members.
"I can truly say that the Boys & Girls Club saved my life and helped me to reach my goals," says Damien. "I want to have the same impact on these young people that I received at my Boys & Girls Club in Washington, North Carolina. This Game Day was the perfect opportunity to do just that!"
The outstanding forward is known for his athletic ability and his family lineage, which includes marquee NBA players, but Damien has quietly and consistently been active in giving back to his community since the beginning of his career. He is heavily involved with the Boys & Girls Clubs initiatives and internationally with Save the Children.
About Damien Wilkins: The eight year NBA vet currently with the Atlanta Hawks has also played for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Seattle Supersonics/Oklahoma Thunder. His scrappy “play to win” mindset has been a key factor in the success of his career, and his team spirit make him a favorite among his NBA colleagues. The loving father of three is an advocate for children’s causes, motivational speaker and budding thespian.
About DTLR: DTLR has been one of the leading retailers in the fashion industry for over 25 years. DTLR values the urban lifestyle and is committed to bringing the hottest fashions to the streets.
About the Boys & Girls Club of Metro Atlanta: For more than 70 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta (BGCMA) has been in the forefront of youth development, working with young people from disadvantaged economic, social and family circumstances. BGCMA enriches the lives of girls and boys that other youth agencies fail to reach. BGCMA is dedicated to ensuring that our community’s young people, who are most in need of our help, have greater access to quality programs and services that provide promise, hope and opportunities to ensure that they may become productive adults.
About Bobby Henderson: Celebrity Barber and owner of Bobby’s world, Henderson has made a name for himself in the community as the barber with the big heart. His monthly Makeover Atlanta Day events include free haircuts, hair styling, manicures and free clothes to those less fortunate. Although his impressive client roster includes Allen Iverson, Shaquille O Neal, Ludacris, Gucci Mane, Souljah Boy and countless others, his favorite clients are those serviced in his community outreach.
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"I can truly say that the Boys & Girls Club saved my life and helped me to reach my goals," says Damien. "I want to have the same impact on these young people that I received at my Boys & Girls Club in Washington, North Carolina. This Game Day was the perfect opportunity to do just that!"
The outstanding forward is known for his athletic ability and his family lineage, which includes marquee NBA players, but Damien has quietly and consistently been active in giving back to his community since the beginning of his career. He is heavily involved with the Boys & Girls Clubs initiatives and internationally with Save the Children.
About Damien Wilkins: The eight year NBA vet currently with the Atlanta Hawks has also played for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Seattle Supersonics/Oklahoma Thunder. His scrappy “play to win” mindset has been a key factor in the success of his career, and his team spirit make him a favorite among his NBA colleagues. The loving father of three is an advocate for children’s causes, motivational speaker and budding thespian.
About DTLR: DTLR has been one of the leading retailers in the fashion industry for over 25 years. DTLR values the urban lifestyle and is committed to bringing the hottest fashions to the streets.
About the Boys & Girls Club of Metro Atlanta: For more than 70 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta (BGCMA) has been in the forefront of youth development, working with young people from disadvantaged economic, social and family circumstances. BGCMA enriches the lives of girls and boys that other youth agencies fail to reach. BGCMA is dedicated to ensuring that our community’s young people, who are most in need of our help, have greater access to quality programs and services that provide promise, hope and opportunities to ensure that they may become productive adults.
About Bobby Henderson: Celebrity Barber and owner of Bobby’s world, Henderson has made a name for himself in the community as the barber with the big heart. His monthly Makeover Atlanta Day events include free haircuts, hair styling, manicures and free clothes to those less fortunate. Although his impressive client roster includes Allen Iverson, Shaquille O Neal, Ludacris, Gucci Mane, Souljah Boy and countless others, his favorite clients are those serviced in his community outreach.
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