Pope Francis plays basketball with Harlem Globetrotters
Pope Francis played basketball with the Harlem Globetrotters. The team showed him how to spin a ball on his finger. People cheered at the event in Rome.
Pope Francis met with the Harlem Globetrotters during their visit to Rome. The Globetrotters were celebrating their 100th anniversary. The team taught the Pope a trick with a basketball. Pope Leo XIV also participated in the demonstration with the Globetrotters. The event took place in Saint Peter’s Square.
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Highlights
Pope Leo XIV's Basketball Trick
Pope Leo XIV learned to spin a basketball with help from the Harlem Globetrotters.
Harlem Globetrotters Assist Pope
The Harlem Globetrotters taught Pope Leo XIV the basketball trick.
Event in Vatican City
The event took place in Vatican City and Saint Peter's Square.
Globetrotters' 100th Anniversary Visit
The Globetrotters were in Rome to celebrate their 100th anniversary.
Audience Applause and Cheers
The Pope received applause and cheers during the basketball session.
Perspectives
- Pope Leo XIV played basketball with the Harlem Globetrotters.
- The Harlem Globetrotters taught the Pope a trick.
- The event happened in Vatican City and Saint Peter's Square.
- The Globetrotters were in Rome for their 100th anniversary.