February 11th 2024.
After leading Louisiana State University to a remarkable NCAA championship win in 2023, talented point guard Alexis "The Show" Morris has now joined the legendary Harlem Globetrotters for their highly-anticipated 2024 World Tour.
Making her debut at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts, which is known as the birthplace of basketball, Morris has become the seventh woman in the team's 97-year history to join their ranks, according to LSU. In a statement, she expressed her excitement about joining the Globetrotters and thanked the organization for giving her the opportunity to not only play the game she loves, but also grow both personally and professionally. She also embraced the challenge of upholding the Globetrotters' legacy and their unique combination of basketball and entertainment.
The Globetrotters' President Keith Dawkins also praised Morris' signing, saying that they have a long history of signing some of the most talented and sought-after players in the world, and now, they have added Alexis Morris to that list. He also noted that the team has always been at the forefront of the "global basketball landscape," with stars like Wilt Chamberlain and Lynette Woodard leading the way. Dawkins added that signing Morris is a reflection of their commitment to bringing in the best players from all around the world.
As part of the Globetrotters' growing women's contingent, Morris will be sharing her rookie journey with the team through exclusive content on the Harlem Globetrotters' YouTube channel, titled "My Rookie Season." She joins six other exceptional female players, including Fatima "TNT" Lister, who are breaking barriers and redefining traditional roles for women under the Globetrotters banner.
Known for her dynamic scoring abilities and impressive court vision, Morris has had an impressive career so far, averaging 15.2 points and 3.5 assists during her two seasons at LSU, and 16.8 points and 3.8 assists during her time in Turkey's professional league. She was also recently drafted by the Connecticut Sun in the WNBA. Her unique journey to the Globetrotters is reminiscent of the legendary Connie Hawkins, who also gained fame with the team before being inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame.
Fans can catch Morris in action at upcoming shows at popular New York venues like Barclays Center and Madison Square Garden, where she will be showcasing her skills alongside this year's team of elite athletes. With her addition, Morris brings even more star power to the Globetrotters' already impressive roster, as they continue to carry on their legacy towards their 2026 centennial.
For more on the incredible job opportunities with the Harlem Globetrotters, be sure to check out Black Enterprise's feature on the team. It's clear that Alexis "The Show" Morris is just getting started, and we can't wait to see what she and the Globetrotters have in store for the future.
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