On Thursday morning the Philadelphia 76ers announced that they will run a season-long "Spirit of the Champion" celebration, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1966-67 Championship team. According to the team's official release, the celebration includes the first-ever tribute center court signed by Sixers Full Season Ticket Members, collectible tickets and ticket boxes for Season Ticket Members, the unveiling of sculptures honoring 1966-67 legends Wilt Chamberlain, Billy Cunningham, Hal Greer and more. In addition, on six Saturday games, denoted as "Salute Saturday" nights, the team will wear hardwod classics throwback jerseys.
"Spirit of the Champion" Celebration to Commemorate '67 Title Team
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— Philadelphia 76ers (@Sixers) September 15, 2016
“‘The Spirit of the Champion’ 1966-67 celebration campaign recognizes the storied history of one of the most legendary teams in NBA history, as well as our passionate fans,” said Philadelphia 76ers SVP of Business Development and Brand Marketing Katie O’Reilly in an official release on Sixers.com. “We are ecstatic to incorporate our fans, our Season Ticket Members and StubHub into this celebration. From collectible tickets and special giveaways, we look forward to sharing a touching and meaningful commemoration with them. We are especially proud that for the first time in NBA history the names of our Season Ticket Members, our most loyal fans, will appear within the playing surface of our center court as we celebrate our vibrant heritage.”
