PRLog (Press Release) -
Aug 17, 2010 -
August 13th, 2010 Peshtigo, WI: The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame today inducted it 2010 Hall of Fame Class. Dr. Jerry Buss, Cynthia Cooper, Bob Hurley, Sr., Karl Malone and Scottie Pippen, along with two celebrated teams: the 1960 US Men’s Olympic team and the 1992 US Men’s Olympic team, known as the “Dream Team.” The Class of 2010 also includes three legendary players: Dennis Johnson, Gus Johnson and international star Maciel “Ubiratan”
Pereira, all of whom will be honored posthumously. Once again the class represents the best in the industry. The tribute to the class of inductees brings together family, friends and fans from around the world to celebrate the achievements of these individuals that have shaped the game we love.
“Again the inductees in this year's Hall of Fame class have made a vast impact on the game of basketball. The devotion and commitment required to reach this pinnacle is a true demonstration that hard work, desire to lead and selflessness are a common thread that ties each of these individuals together. We are proud to be part of the Basketball Hall of Fame and congratulate the class on their achievement.”
said Kevin Barker, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Aacer Flooring. Barker added “Aacer Flooring has been a proud sponsor of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame since 2005, and we are looking forward to many more years to come in this relationship.”
Aacer Flooring is the world leader in maple performance sports flooring systems. An employee-owned company with more than 100 years experience in every part of the wood flooring industry. Aacer manufactures sports performance floor systems designed to accommodate athletes at all levels of play. Aacer also produces ten species of northern hardwood in a variety of face widths and grades in a LEED certified environmentally controlled facility. Aacer protects the environment by involving themselves as members of the FSC, MFMA, NWFA, and USGBC.
Aacer’s floor systems are showcased around the world and in the Basketball Hall of Fame where the history and future of sports floors are prominently displayed.
