Rising Stars II: Celebrity & Ability Showcase
Join us on May 03
The 2nd Annual Tournament will unite local celebrities, entertainers, and community leaders alongside The Harlem Wizards, iBall4Life, SMSU Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team, various other foundations, and junior athletes who compete in wheelchair basketball at Courage Kenny. This event is designed to raise awareness and support for individuals of all abilities while fostering inclusivity in sports.
The showcase will be featuring games including stand-up, and a game played in wheelchairs, providing a dynamic and engaging experience for all attendees. Additionally, fans can look forward to halftime entertainment with beloved mascots Crunch, Prowl, Goldy, and Mudonna, as well as numerous interactive opportunities for audience participation before, during, and after the on-court action.
Along with the aforementioned the showcase will feature:
● The Timberwolves Dance Team along with the Special Olympics Dance Team!
● Paralympic Athletes/ Gold Medalists
● Guest appearances from media and basketball personalities
The showcase will be featuring games including stand-up, and a game played in wheelchairs, providing a dynamic and engaging experience for all attendees. Additionally, fans can look forward to halftime entertainment with beloved mascots Crunch, Prowl, Goldy, and Mudonna, as well as numerous interactive opportunities for audience participation before, during, and after the on-court action.
Along with the aforementioned the showcase will feature:
● The Timberwolves Dance Team along with the Special Olympics Dance Team!
● Paralympic Athletes/ Gold Medalists
● Guest appearances from media and basketball personalities
Location
Royals Athletic Center
2400 Royals Dr. Minnetonka, MN 55305
2400 Royals Dr. Minnetonka, MN 55305
Date & Time
May 3, 2025, 5:00-7:30 PM Doors Open @ 4:00PM
Donate a ticket for a child to attend Rising Stars II and receive an exclusive Rising Stars t-shirt as a thank you!
Give a Child the Gift of Inspiration – Even If You Can’t Attend
Even if you can’t attend Rising Stars II, you can still be part of something powerful. By purchasing a ticket and allowing us to donate it to a local school or youth organization, you are giving a child the chance to experience an unforgettable night of excitement, inspiration, and inclusion.
Why It Matters:
🏀 A Moment of Joy – For many kids, this will be their first-ever live sports experience. The cheers, the energy, the game—it’s something they’ll never forget.
🏀 Role Models in Action – Seeing wheelchair athletes, professional players, and local celebrities compete shows them that anything is possible with passion and dedication.
🏀 A Sense of Belonging – Rising Stars II is more than a game; it’s a celebration of inclusion, teamwork, and perseverance—lessons that can last a lifetime.
Your ticket purchase isn’t just about filling a seat. It’s about filling a heart with inspiration and opening a door to possibilities that some kids never thought existed.
Will you make a difference today? Purchase a ticket, donate it, and receive an exclusive Rising Stars T-Shirt as a Thank You!
USE PROMO CODE: DONATE
Why It Matters:
🏀 A Moment of Joy – For many kids, this will be their first-ever live sports experience. The cheers, the energy, the game—it’s something they’ll never forget.
🏀 Role Models in Action – Seeing wheelchair athletes, professional players, and local celebrities compete shows them that anything is possible with passion and dedication.
🏀 A Sense of Belonging – Rising Stars II is more than a game; it’s a celebration of inclusion, teamwork, and perseverance—lessons that can last a lifetime.
Your ticket purchase isn’t just about filling a seat. It’s about filling a heart with inspiration and opening a door to possibilities that some kids never thought existed.
Will you make a difference today? Purchase a ticket, donate it, and receive an exclusive Rising Stars T-Shirt as a Thank You!
USE PROMO CODE: DONATE
Location
Royals Athletic Center
1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305
1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305
Date & Time
May 3, 2025,
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Doors open @ 4:00pm
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Doors open @ 4:00pm
STAY TUNED TO SEE WHICH CELEBRITIES ARE JOINING RSII!
What
Rising Stars II: Celebrity & Ability Showcase
Where
rOYALS ATHLETIC CENTER
2400 ROYALS DR. MINNETONKA, MN 55305
2400 ROYALS DR. MINNETONKA, MN 55305
When
May 3, 2025, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
doors open @ 4:00pm
doors open @ 4:00pm
Thank you to our PARTNERS & Sponsors
Winning Pathways extends our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible partners and sponsors for their generous support of Rising Stars II: Celebrity & Ability Showcase. Your commitment helps us create opportunities, foster inclusivity, and make a lasting impact in the lives of children with disabilities.
Because of you, this event is not just a game—
it’s a celebration of talent, teamwork, and triumph.
Thank you for believing in our mission and for making a difference!
Because of you, this event is not just a game—
it’s a celebration of talent, teamwork, and triumph.
Thank you for believing in our mission and for making a difference!
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