Aug. 1, 2007

SPRINGFIELD, MA - (July 25, 2007) - The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts - the birthplace of basketball - will host former University of Connecticut and WNBA star Rebecca Lobo on Wednesday, August 15th, 2007 at 1:00 PM on Center Court. The event, FREE to all guests with paid admission to the museum, will feature an appearance by Ms. Lobo, who will reflect on her experiences as a WNBA player and her life. Ms. Lobo will also be available after the event to take photos and sign autographs.

A Southwick, Massachusetts native, Lobo played her college basketball under Hall of Fame coach Geno Auriemma at the University of Connecticut, where she led Huskies women's team to an undefeated season en route to a National Championship in 1995. While at Connecticut, Lobo was also named Big East Rookie of the Year (1992), twice named Big East Player of the Year (1994, 1995), and the Naismith National Player of the Year in her final season. Allocated to the WNBA's New York Liberty in its inaugural season (1997), Lobo was named to the All-WNBA Second Team in her second season, and was chosen as a WNBA All-Star in 1999. Lobo played for three teams during her 6-year WNBA career, including the New York Liberty, Houston Comets, and the Connecticut Sun.

The appearance on Center Court by Rebecca Lobo is part of a series of Dunkin Donuts Family Days at the Hall of Fame. In addition to Ms. Lobo's appearance, Dunkin Donuts will be at the museum offering samples from their all-new lunch and dinner menus. For more information on these and other events this summer go to www.hoophall.com.

The Hall of Fame is open daily 10 AM - 5 PM Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM Saturday, and 10 AM - 5 PM Sunday. Regular adult admission is $16.99, $11.99 for ages 5-15, and children under 5 are admitted FREE. Senior citizens can enjoy a discount admission of $13.99. An annual Hall Pass is just $39.99 for adult or youth and is good for one year from date of purchase (some exclusions apply). Parking is FREE.