Harlem Globetrotter legend Meadowlark Lemon in action in 1977

Harlem Globetrotter legend Meadowlark Lemon in action in 1977 - Daily Mail

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Basketball great Meadowlark Lemon passed away aged 83 at his Arizona home on Sunday. He was one of the greatest and most popular to ever play the game despite never competing in the NBA and instead playing for the Harlem Globetrotters for all 24 years of his professional career. He was known for making unbelievable half-court shots during games, some from behind his back without ever looking at the hoop. His wife Cynthia confirmed the news of her husband's death to The New York Times .
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@williambevins 3 жыл бұрын

I saw the Globetrotters in 74. During warm-ups, Meadowlark would go to half court and shoot from there. Every shot would go around the rim and then out. The crowd was watching him and he woukd be real animated at every miss. Right before the buzzer at the end of the game, he went to the same spot and shot it and it went whoosh right in. He was playing us. What a great talent he was.

@daniellane753 3 жыл бұрын

The whole crew was badass.

@daniellane753 3 жыл бұрын

Where did you see them? I saw them at Grand Prairie high school about the same time playing the dallas cowboys.

@alan30189 Жыл бұрын

I saw them in the late ‘60’s. Amazing show of skill and comedy.

@daveanything 2 ай бұрын

that is a great story

@stevenlowe3245 2 жыл бұрын

As a kid I attended games several years when the Globetrotters played my local sheriff's office team for charity. Meadowlark Lemon grabbed my bucket of popcorn and dumped it on the head of an opponent. Every year after that he spotted me in the crowd as my Dad was a cop and I got front row seats. He'd point at me in recognition and come over to get my popcorn. He included me in his funny conspiracy. That little bit of recognition from one of my heros meant everything to me. Between him and Curly Niel I went after basketball excellence and made our county all star team as a forward. Those guys had a huge impact on my self esteem. I wish I could have thanked them personally. I will never forget them.

@BladeRunner-td8be 3 жыл бұрын

Outrageously talented basketball comedians. I remember watching them on T.V. as a kid and laughing at all the nonstop mischief-making pranks they pulled and at the same time marveling at the skill they possessed on the court. Cheers

@pete_lind 9 ай бұрын

The black Amateur team that in 1948 won ALL white NBA team that has most championships , LA Lakers , back then Minneapolis Lakers . 3 first black NBA players , Nat Clifton and Chuck Cooper , both from Harlem Globetrotters , Earl Lloyd from college team ... all drafted in 1950 .

@karlchilders8215 3 жыл бұрын

Oh how my little boy heart would rejoice when I saw the Harlem Globetrotters on TV.

@DanielJamesEgan 3 жыл бұрын

I played football with his grandsons. Met him a dozen or so time. He was a larger than life dude and was super nice and just seemed like a big fun goofball sort of guy. He'll be missed.

@quebec8557 Жыл бұрын

really

@alan30189 Жыл бұрын

Did his son play basketball, too??

@DanielJamesEgan Жыл бұрын

@@alan30189 not that I know of. His son was an assistant coach on the football team, I'm not sure of his basketball past. He is about 6'1" though, so neither he nor his kids who I went to school with got the height meadowlark had. One grandson played on the basketball team for a year if I remember correctly.

@joecanarsie5444 3 жыл бұрын

I used to love seeing them on wide world of sports as a kid

@sheldonbrunn6445 3 жыл бұрын

They came to the sports arena my home town, hutchinson kansas, in the 70s I would watch themz my dad worked the arena, he got to know them well.

@kmart1319 3 жыл бұрын

Same here. Brings back great memories.

@geo_ashburn Ай бұрын

ABC's Wide World of Sports was appointment viewing when I was a kid. Where else could you see the Harlem Globetrotters, Evel Knievel, Muhammad Ali, cliff diving from Acapulco, the New York State firefighters championship, auto racing and Arnold Schwarzenegger defending his Mr Olympia championship 👍

@tonywilliams6777 3 жыл бұрын

Only word to describe him.........LEGENDARY

@meangene98 3 жыл бұрын

Seeing them live back in the 70’s is the probably the greatest memory of my childhood. Absolutely incredible show!

@brandonfreeman6517 Жыл бұрын

I remember seeing them as a kid back in the 90s... loved it.

@MyFiddlePlayer 11 ай бұрын

Most memorable birthday of my childhood...asked my parents to take me to see the Globetrotters instead of having a party. TOTALLY worth it!!!

@bibleredpill 3 жыл бұрын

I was privileged enough to see meadowlark and curly in the heyday as a child. Kudos to the opposing teams and the referees playing along with one of the greatest shows on earth. Talented people all around. Wonderful memories from a bygone era.

@jeffcolorado 3 жыл бұрын

I was lucky enough to see Meadowlark live when I was a kid. What a talented and awesome group of entertainers!

@milt6208 3 жыл бұрын

One of the neatest thing I have ever seen was in 1975 in Dulles Airport in Washington DC. I was looking up the Airport concourse and I saw Curly Neal in a floor full-length fur coat with one way glasses in front leading several other taller men in floor full-length fur coats with glasses. I stood back and enjoyed the show. Rarely you get to see the Harlem Globetrotters in full regatta walking through an airport. I was fully impressed.

@321snoot Жыл бұрын

That must've been a real thrill! Loved those guys; watched them all the time on Wide World of Sports. Curly was an unbelievable dribbler!

@TomTimeTraveler 3 жыл бұрын

The Meadowlark Lemon era of the Globetrotters was their "golden age." Pure fun to watch. I got Tex Harrison's autograph when I was a kid. I was thrilled.

@davidcooke8005 3 жыл бұрын

I saw these guys live when I was a kid. Meadowlark Lemon, Curly Neal, I still remember a few bits from the show.

@chasbodaniels1744 3 жыл бұрын

That tossing a bucket of confetti into thr crowd as if it were water never got old.

@tavolo22 3 жыл бұрын

A tisket. A tasket. Wanna see me make a basket?

@kimberlytaylor5886 2 жыл бұрын

Do you recall the Globetrotter cartoon and also Super Globetrotters?

@toddhenderson8093 3 жыл бұрын

Had the pleasure to see them once, back in the day, thanks to my parents . . . What a show . ! . Thanks

@lesvitraux 3 жыл бұрын

One of my biggest childhood thrills was to see the Globetrotters around this time period and of course, for everyone, Meadowlark Lemon was the supreme highlight of this highlight.

@shanewilson199 3 жыл бұрын

Me too. Saw them with my mum and dad and sister. We never really went out to things at night as a family, but we went and saw them. Haven’t thought about that for 40 years.

@joeheid4757 3 жыл бұрын

Pittsburgh was always lucky to have a standing date on their tour near Christmas. It was usually the Sat between Christmas and New Years. My mom had always wanted to see them, so I finally got tickets and took her. I remember her crying when she first saw them. It was her last Christmas.

@hectorsmommy1717 3 жыл бұрын

Milwaukee had a standing date on New Years Eve. Never saw them live but did every time they were on Wide World of Sports I was planted in front of the TV. They did a lot of school visits, not full team but 2-3 members at a time. I do remember them coming to my school. We lived 30 minutes from Madison so the team had a game in Madison but did the school thing on their days off.

@gillrowley7264 3 жыл бұрын

So did Madison, Wisconsin - usually New Years Eve , give or take a day or two.

@bbcala9719 3 жыл бұрын

My brother took me and my other brother to see the Globetrotters in Philadelphia in the 70's and it was so memorable. Always remember them, those guys were the best

@Dirtcake71 3 жыл бұрын

I had the chance to watch them perform. These guys, not the new ones. Such an awesome experience!

@dasiro Жыл бұрын

You do know "these guys" were once also "the new ones" since the original ones started in 1926 And before you say they were the best ever: Wilt "The Stilt" shortly played in the 58-59 season, most of you might know him not by his nickname, but his last name Chamberlain for scoring 100 points in a different league called the NBA, a record that still stands unbroken up to this day (yes even now when you read this ;) )

@Dirtcake71 Жыл бұрын

@@dasiro Yes, I did know that. I was born in '71 and I saw "these guys" in' 78 or so.

@sabre1298 3 жыл бұрын

Lucky enough to say I saw them in person !

@davidtaylor8002 3 жыл бұрын

Same here.

@gregh3248 3 жыл бұрын

As a kid growing up in Sherman Oaks, I met Meadowlark and Curly when they were staying at the Sportsman's Lodge in Studio city. They bought me a coke, grilled cheese sandwich and fries. It was one of the best experiences of my life.

@SprocketN 11 ай бұрын

The Harlem Globetrotters introduced me to basketball. On TV, I’m in the UK. When my school decided to enter team in the county league. I jumped at the chance to play. I was so motivated because my much taller step-brother got on the team just because he was so tall. I ran rings round him. We won the league twice 😀

@redlee3391 3 жыл бұрын

Who remembers the Scooby Do episode they were in?

@sondaswan4189 3 жыл бұрын

Me, I do!

@lostinspacerobinson1527 3 жыл бұрын

Yeppers !!!

@GeorgeD1965 3 жыл бұрын

Gilligans Island too

@MrKirkaudi 3 жыл бұрын

yup Saturday morning cartoons.

@stongnyid 3 жыл бұрын

First thought I had. Man, late 70s early 80s, these guys were hotter than J-lo.

@drecool6976 4 жыл бұрын

RIP Curly....B-Ball love here from Philly.

@TheSean7564 3 жыл бұрын

I brought my 3 kids to see them when they were little but no Globetrotter memory will ever be as great as sitting with my Dad watching on our small TV when I was little. Great entertainment!

@beckysnyder4591 3 жыл бұрын

I remember seeing them back in the early 1960's Loved it.

@garysisk3431 3 жыл бұрын

Me too, seen them in Lander Wyoming in 62 I think it was, they were amazing and a real treat for a young kid to see

@beckysnyder4591 2 жыл бұрын

@@garysisk3431 it was in Detroit, Michigan. I was born there.

@user-iv2tu4wq7t 10 ай бұрын

I remember seeing the Harlem Globetrotters with my dad in memorial auditorium in Buffalo NY back in the 70s. It’s a cherished memory since he’s gone now.

@bobbyvance4725 3 жыл бұрын

Seen Harlem Globe Trotters several times with Meadowlark Lemmon and always AMAZING

@bamamike1013 3 жыл бұрын

Fortunate to see this amazing talent as a kid in the 70s. Meridian, MS.

@Apollyon67 3 жыл бұрын

Same. Washington DC, for me.

@kevinp7300 3 жыл бұрын

Man I love Meadowlark Lemon! This was so entertaining! Love the Globetrotters! LOL!

@Motorman-dl1sc 4 жыл бұрын

Meadowlark Lemon was my favorite Globetrotter back then

@Murph_. 3 жыл бұрын

Globetrotters, old and new, are amazing entertainers and so much fun to see. Once this COVID thing is behind us and they are touring again, I suggest you see them when they are in your area. I've seen them at least 20 times... and it never gets old.

@chipmiller7459 3 жыл бұрын

I saw the Globetrotters at the Cow Palace as a Cub Scout 1962-64. The one shot I’ll always remember when one player planted the ball in the center-circle on the run and the next player, maybe Meadowlark Lemon., kicked the ball straight into the hoop. The gag was used in all their performances, but actually making it was rare. The Entire arena erupted in cheers, including the team. It was a rare moment.

@chrismoody1342 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve witnessed the golden age of the Globe Trotters multiple time as a kid, absolutely loved every second of the action. These men were indeed a national treasure to watch.

@lukessummerguitar 3 жыл бұрын

Loved watching them on TV here in Ireland in the 1970s and 80s ...then spend the next day at school talking about it! :)

@AJTramberg 3 ай бұрын

One of the best memories of time I spent with my late mother. She surprised me with tickets back in the late 70s. Never forgot how much fun it was.

@stowers157 3 жыл бұрын

I was blessed to see them in-person back in the late '70's. Such masters at the craft and they always put on a great show.

@kendawa2918 Жыл бұрын

One of the best shows I ever watched as a kid. Thanks Mom & Dad!

@JuniorFarquar 9 ай бұрын

Meadowlark Lemon stepped on my foot in 73. It was awesome.

@scorpius6667 10 ай бұрын

My Father and I went to a Globetrotters game back in the 70's. We were practically sitting courtside! Meadowlark Lemon stood at the half court line, center sideline, and started shooting hook shots ....from CENTER..... he took 10 shots and swished everyone of them! I sat there like 😲🤯 The man was amazing! Non stop smile, non stop entertainment! The ultimate showman! The whole team was fantastic! 👍👍👏👏 I still have the program! 🦂🥂

@55Quirll 3 жыл бұрын

Used to watch them when they were on TV, always a great act.

@ShortsFactory101 Ай бұрын

They're the front runners of street ball! Globe trotters are fun to watch and amazingly talented ballers!

@HugsBach 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing like the original gang making up the Globe Trotters. Miss "em

@anthonygordon9483 3 жыл бұрын

That wasn't the original gang. Globetrotters started in 1927.

@TubeRJF Жыл бұрын

I remember seeing the Globetrotters perform when I was 7 years old. Such a great time for kids and adults alike, I was laughing the whole time at their pranks and was amazed by their trick shots. So much fun

@24lancelot85 Жыл бұрын

I saw Meadowlark play with them back in the early 70s. Next to Bird, still my favorite player of all time. I also got to see him a couple years before he died. He spoke at a school about his faith. Got an autograph picture of him and we talked about the book of Romans. Both of these were a highlight in my life.

@user-yo1ji8hr4x 10 ай бұрын

Those were the days my friend, we thought that they'll never end. It did and we haven't seen anything like this again.😮😅❤

@LouisEmery 2 ай бұрын

Our town newspaper gave us delivery boys tickets (annually?) to the Globetrotters in the 70s. Greatly appreciated it. Now that I'm 60, I realize that it was a very significant gesture.

@russs7574 3 жыл бұрын

Lucky enough to have seen them four or five times growing up. Every year, the day after Christmas they played at the Pittsburgh Civic Arena, and my dad took me a bunch of times. Tremendous.

@lindaelwell1924 3 жыл бұрын

My dad took me too see him in a game when i was a kid. Loved it.

@4knanapapa 11 ай бұрын

My dad loved serious basketball, he grew up playing at a small school in northern Michigan, but when ever the globetrotters were on we would watch, Meadowlark was the best and Curly Neal was amazing, loved it, great memories.

@PRINZOFCHARM 5 жыл бұрын

This Was The Best Basketball Player in the History Of The Game nobody was as accurate with a trick shot three pointer or Kareem jubbar sky hook shot as him even Kareem or Micheal Jordan could have done what he does with a basketball every single shot..

@MrBaltimoreRon 2 жыл бұрын

All Because Of Magnetic Technology.

@vittoriomoscato4089 Жыл бұрын

Sono passati quasi 50 anni da quando gli HARLEM vennero per la prima volta a Milano….mi entusiasmai nel vedere l’impareggiabile LEMON e gli altri giocolieri e da allora sono sempre andato a vederli, anche se ho già passato da tempo gli 80 anni. GRANDI, GRANDI e grazie……

@larryalbertson1329 3 жыл бұрын

I saw them twice in early 70 something to see awesome place was sold out Muncie In

@awilali3904 Жыл бұрын

This is priceless and timeless an absolute legendary entertainment. I have laughed so much and really enjoyed watching it. Thanks a million and bless you

@nv1493 Жыл бұрын

Growing up in this era, we LOVED these guys.

@deliriousnomad Жыл бұрын

grew up with these guys, seen them many times. was so much fun, loved all these performers, Meadowlark Lemon, Curly. oh the memories

@722DL 3 жыл бұрын

Once upon a time this happened

@davidisaacson5993 3 жыл бұрын

Not so long ago.....for some.

@Paul-lm5gv 11 ай бұрын

I had the chance to interview him for radio back in the 70's and he was VERY gracious to a young reporter! A class act!

@biff5856 Жыл бұрын

I never get tired of the antics, especially M.L.'s.

@janhawkins6088 10 ай бұрын

I remember watching him when I was a kid, absolutely brilliant. Loved him. 😂

@PrinceRN 3 жыл бұрын

Meadowlark did me the great honor of coming into the stands during a play, grabbing my camera, and taking a selfie with me back in the day before we called them selfies. Clown Prince nothing - he was the king! RIP

@hotwheelsanddiecastcars1123 Жыл бұрын

A candid photo op before selfie maybe.

@jimk8592 11 ай бұрын

They had visited my city once when I was in elementary school, really liked them. They had played against Lakers and had enjoyed every moment of the match!

@davidz1681 Жыл бұрын

Everybody knew the Harlem globetrotters when I was growing up in the late 70s. I've never been to a show but I think I'll make the effort. I bet they're amazing to watch.

@jackstrawjr2963 3 жыл бұрын

The original lineups they had in the 1960s-1970s were supremely talented and consummate showmen...there will never be an equal.

@sportsters4life 3 жыл бұрын

I met Meadowlark many years ago in a church. Very nice guy. I do miss him.

@rickbackous9750 Жыл бұрын

Once or twice a year they were on Wide World of Sports back in the day. The antics never got old.

@jiminnorthdallas1227 11 ай бұрын

I actually got to see that lineup when I was a kid. Meadowlark and Curly were just the best!

@michaelbochenski6299 3 жыл бұрын

I witnessed and shook hands with Meadowlark Lemon in elementary school. I was most impressed with jovial manner. My second most cherished elementary school celebratory. Richard Petty was my first favorite. I am still more a car guy than basketball guy at almost 60 y/o.

@wulfmaer8919 Жыл бұрын

I saw Meadowlark Lemon and the Globetrotters twice in the early 70s in Portland Oregon. Each time was magical! I couldn't stop laughing. Thanks, Meadowlark!

@meotv2336 Жыл бұрын

We love you Meadowlark !!!!!!

@johngolombek61 3 жыл бұрын

Loved watching them on tv

@nasticanasta 11 ай бұрын

Loved watching these masters of basketball on TV back then...

@petebiddle7900 3 жыл бұрын

It doesn't ever get better than this.

@jimmieduncan7386 3 жыл бұрын

The best team ever I can remember the times I had watching them play on tv you are truly the best. Keep Balling! Love you.

@harryhuffer294 3 жыл бұрын

As Talented as the Globetrotters were......I've always wondered why they didn't play in the NBA . They must've truly Loved Entertaining People with their Skills . I saw them once.....Thank You for a Wonderful Night !

@jeffyoung3635 Жыл бұрын

as a young boy growing up in the 70’s it was a magical time watching them on a Saturday ABC Wide World of Sports what happened

@jj3710 4 ай бұрын

I remember watching these guys in the 1970's. They were all tremendously talented and fun to watch.

@kevinbwillson4161 Жыл бұрын

Love these guys so proud and thankful to have seen them love

@matthewlivermanne4441 3 жыл бұрын

I miss seeing the Wild World of Sports. You saw so much of everything

@alan30189 Жыл бұрын

Loved Meadowlark, the heart of the Globetrotters. RIP

@dmlevitt 3 жыл бұрын

I though these guys were super heroes as a kid. love and respect to ML.

@allenwinkley9543 11 ай бұрын

The Harlem Globetrotters played at my highschool in 1970. I was very impressed. If you ever get the chance to enjoy their antics, DON'T miss out...

@montyzumazoom1337 3 жыл бұрын

Went to see these live many, many years ago. They were brilliant

@pelimies1818 Жыл бұрын

Great stuff. They made the world smile.

@johnshields6852 11 ай бұрын

12 in 1972 me and my friends loved these guys, we'd copy their moves on the court,lol. Thank you.

@georgev3997 Жыл бұрын

Always loved watching them.

@erikcox8749 3 жыл бұрын

Kids what you're watching is greatness. Put more out there great stuff

@markroath98 Жыл бұрын

I was fortunate enough to watch Meadowlark Lemon play in person. One of those childhood memories of a lifetime.

@LouisEmery 2 ай бұрын

Our town newspaper gave us delivery boys tickets (annually?) to the Globetrotters in the 70s. Greatly appreciated it.

@heruapocalypse2021 3 жыл бұрын

Back in 78,79,80-83.Was when I saw Them.And again in 84'.And As long as I had My Caramel Popcorn 🍿and Watching Them Globe Trotters I was just as Happy and content as I could possibly be.

@karenhuff5209 Жыл бұрын

Got to watch him when I was a kid. He was my all-time favorite Harlem Globetrotter

@jlynlott 3 жыл бұрын

I saw them live when I was a kid. They were amazing!

@jeffstyles1697 3 жыл бұрын

Saw him a couple of time and was allway delighted by his and the other basketballer way of playing , also saw the film of how the Harlem Globetrotter wwere formed and trail and tribulation they had to endure , brilliant .