WASHINGTON, DC – On Monday, January 9th, President Obama will welcome the NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks to the White House to honor the team and their 2011 NBA Championship victory.
The President will also recognize the Mavericks’ ongoing support to the men and women who serve in our military and their families, continuing the tradition begun by President Obama of honoring sports teams for their efforts on and off the court. More logistical details of the event will be released when they become available.
WHAT: President Obama to Honor NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks
WHEN: Monday, January 9, 12:00PM EST
RSVP: Members of the media who wish to cover this event must RSVP to media_affairs@who.eop.gov before 12PM EST, Friday, January 6. NOTE: Members of the media who do not have a White House hard pass must also submit their full name (including middle name), date of birth, Social Security number, gender, country of birth, country of citizenship and current city and state of residence. If we are able to accommodate your request for credentials, we will send a confirmation with further instructions and logistical details.