Allen Iverson Presents Inaugural Scholarship to Saint Augustine’s College

Allen Iverson Presents Inaugural Scholarship to Saint Augustine’s College

July 14, 2006

Raleigh, NC – NBA superstar Allen Iverson and Crossover Promotions Incorporated presented the first Allen Iverson Scholarship to Saint Augustine’s College on Friday July 14, 2006 at the ESPN Zone in Washington, DC during a press conference.  The $50,000 award will be given as two $5,000 scholarships on an annual basis to incoming freshmen from Iverson’s hometown of Hampton, Virginia and surrounding areas.  Scholarships are awarded to students that exemplify academic and athletic excellence. “Saint Augustine’s College was selected for the scholarship because of its membership in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), its commitment to student athletes, and its reputation for maintaining the integrity of athletics,” said Mr. Gary Moore, President and CEO of Crossover Promotions.

The inaugural recipients of the award are Mr. James Scott, Jr. and Terry Thomas, both of Bethel High School in Hampton, Virginia.  The graduating seniors will enroll at Saint Augustine’s College for the fall 2006 semester.

The press conference kicked off The Allen Iverson Celebrity Summer Classic featuring notables from music, sports and entertainment.

Now in his eleventh NBA season, Allen Iverson is a seven-time NBA All-Star whose accomplishments include: League MVP, Rookie of the Year, two-time All-Star Game MVP, numerous scoring titles and serving as co-captain of the 2004 Olympic team.  In addition to his on-court accomplishments, Mr. Iverson provides philanthropic support to youth and communities through Crossover Promotions and the Crossover Foundation.