Best Buddies Ohio Kyrie Irving Basketball Challenge

Nov 15, 2016 | News, News Archive |

CLEVELAND – It’s been quite a summer for Cleveland Cavaliers’ point guard Kyrie Irving. First winning an NBA Championship, and then a gold medal for Team USA in the Rio Olympics.Now, he’s giving back.Check out part of the action Saturday morning of the first-ever Kyrie Irving Basketball Challenge benefiting Best Buddies Ohio. WKYC’s Sara Shookman took part in the challenge, along with many other friends. The Challenge was partnered with the Best Buddies Friendship Walk. As the number one walk in the country raising awareness and funds to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Best Buddies Friendship Walks throughout the nation draw students, families, friends, professionals and others who embrace the Best Buddies mission of inclusion.

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