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Chad Dawson, and the two-time NCAA National Champs
HARTFORD, CT--- Two-time World Champion Chad Dawson, and the two-time NCAA National Champion UConn Huskies Men’s Basketball team, know a few things about winning titles. On Tuesday, Dawson and the Huskies will find themselves on the same basketball floor, sharing their winning philosophies as they prepare for their upcoming showdowns in the XL Center.
Dawson, of New Haven , CT , will be a special guest at the Huskies’ practice at the XL Center, starting at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3rd. The Huskies will kick off their 2009-2010 season at the XL Center on Wednesday night, November 4th, when they take on American International College . Tip-off time is 7:00 p.m.
The undefeated Dawson (28-0) will close an active sports week in the XL Center when he takes on former World Champion Glen Johnson on Saturday, November 7th, in a highly-anticipated rematch for the World Light Heavyweight Championship. The Dawson vs. Johnson 2 fight will be broadcast live, on HBO. The fight card starts at 6:00 PM.
According to Dawson , he’s anxious to visit with Coach Jim Calhoun and his players, a group he has learned a lot about winning from.
“I’m a long time UConn basketball fan - Men’s and Women’s,” said the 27 year old Dawson . “Around here, it’s about winning titles and we share that philosophy. I’m looking forward to meeting with Coach Calhoun and his Husky players.”
Below are the facts on Dawson ’s appearance at the XL Center.
WHAT: 2-Time World Champion, Chad Dawson visiting UConn Men’s Basketball practice.
WHEN: Tomorrow/Tuesday, November 3rd (3:45 p.m.)
WHERE: XL Center, Hartford , CT. (arena basketball floor)
MEDIA ENTRANCE: Through Shipping & Receiving area, at the bottom of the ramp from the corner of Asylum & Ann Uccello Streets.
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