Globetrotter drops in

2:27pm Wednesday 16th April 2008

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A member of the world's most famous basketball team scored a hit with youngsters at a Halesowen school.

Harlem Globetrotter Eugene 'Wildkat' Edgerson showed off his tricks at Lutley Primary School ahead of the legendary team's show at the NIA in Birmingham in May.

The towering six feet seven player, known for his high-flying dunks, talked to children at the Brookwillow Road school about good behaviour and staying in school.

Headteacher Jeannette Mackinney said: "He's really inspiring and sent a good message across while entertaining the children at the same time.

"They had a wonderful time; they were listening to everything Eugene said and hanging off his every word."

Eugene said: "We talked about the importance of having good character.

"The Harlem Globetrotters are known for our Cheer programme - which simply stands for co-operation, healthy mind and body, effort, enthusiasm and responsibilty - but we also made the presentation pretty fun.

"Now the kids can't stop playing basketball!"

To see Wildkat in action click on the video news section for footage of his visit.