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Lakers newcomer gives children a special gift at team’s ‘Season of Giving’ event
The Los Angeles Lakers hosted 100 students from After-School All-Stars at their practice facility for a Thanksgiving and holiday event. Newcomer Ziaire Williams gave some children his sandals, while players including Bronny James signed autographs and spent time with them, highlighting the value of athletes connecting with young people.
The event included a feast, holiday activities, a photo station, carnival games and shopping. It was the Lakers’ second consecutive year working with the free enrichment programme for students from underserved communities; the team has run its “Season of Giving” events since 2000. At the time of the event, the Lakers had won seven straight games and held an 11-2 record, the league’s best.
In short
- Ziaire Williams gave children his sandals at a Lakers holiday event.
- The Lakers welcomed 100 students from After-School All-Stars.
- The team has run its “Season of Giving” since 2000.
Explained simply
The Los Angeles Lakers are a professional basketball team based in California and one of the best-known clubs in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Their players include established stars and newer members of the team, who can also become public figures through their work on and off the court.
After-School All-Stars is a free programme offering activities and support to school-age children, including those from communities with fewer resources. The Lakers’ “Season of Giving” events, which began in 2000, bring players and young people together around the Thanksgiving and holiday period.
Such events give children a chance to meet players and take part in activities at the team’s practice facility. They also show how sports teams can use their public profile and resources to connect with local communities.
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