On August 26th, 2011, SuiteKIDS Foundation collaborated with the Partnership for Los Angeles Schools to treat 8 Roosevelt High School Varsity girls basketball players to an exciting WNBA game at Staples Center. The Partnership LA, initiated by Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, is among the largest public school improvement projects in the US, benefiting nearly 20,000 students across 21 schools in some of LA’s most underserved areas.

The evening kicked off with surprises! The girls and their coaches were chauffeured from their high school by Gregory of Jackson Limousine, traveling in style in a black stretch limo filled with refreshments for the journey to the arena. Upon arrival, the girls enjoyed taking photos in Star Plaza alongside bronze statues. Gabriel from the Sparks organization welcomed the group and guided them onto the arena floor, setting the stage for the next surprise.

Forming a human tunnel for the Sparks players, the Roosevelt girls witnessed the team’s pre-game ritual, exchanging high-fives for good luck as the players hit the court. With smiles stretching from ear to ear, the girls were thrilled to watch their sports heroes prepare for a professional basketball game.

Entering their luxury suite, courtesy of Club Corp, the girls wasted no time grabbing refreshments and heading to their seats for the Star-Spangled Banner performance. Throughout the game, they cheered passionately for the Sparks, aiming to secure a spot on the JumboTron. Their enthusiastic dancing and shouts caught the cameraman’s attention, leading to an exciting moment on the big screen. Sparky, the Sparks mascot, even paid a surprise visit to the suite, delighting the girls with photo opportunities.

After the game, the surprises continued as the girls enjoyed an autograph session with some of the Sparks players, getting their tickets, shirts, and programs signed. To conclude the memorable evening, Gregory awaited outside with the limousine to safely transport the girls back to Roosevelt High School, where they were gearing up to start another school year.

Once again, SuiteKIDS ensured that these deserving young athletes felt like VIPs from start to finish, creating lasting memories and inspiring them for the future.