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Recognizing, Honoring, and Celebrating Allen Ezail Iverson on the occasion of his retirement from professional basketball and the permanent retirement of his number "3" jersey by the Philadelphia 76ers.
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WHEREAS, Allen Ezail Iverson, known throughout the world by his initials "AI," was born June 7, 1975, in Hampton, Virginia and is the proud father of 5 children - Tiaura, Allen Ezail II (Duece), Isaiah Rashaan, Messiah Lauren, and Dream Alijha; and
WHEREAS, Allen was an outstanding athlete in recreational football for the Aberdeen Raiders where he was coached by his business manager and certified NBA agent, Gary Moore. Allen's position was quarterback although his football hero was Walter Payton. He had a great arm, and a natural feel for the passing game. Although he became world known for his basketball talent, his favorite sports has always been football, loving the strategy and the contact of the sport; and
WHEREAS, Between basketball and football, Allen had enough to keep him off the increasingly dangerous streets of Newport News and Hampton, Virginia where he spent his youth. At Bethel High School, Allen at age 15 had already established himself as the Bruins' best all-around athlete. Allen was honored as the state's top quarterback after his sophomore year with the Bruins, and he earned the honor again in 1992, when he led Bethel to the state title. Allen was also a Division I prospect as a defensive back; and
WHEREAS, Basketball, though still Allen's second favorite sport, had opened up other options. At just under six feet, he had the attention of college basketball recruiters. He surpassed over 900 points during his sophomore season at Bethel. Allen was unbelievably quick off the dribble, and had great vision and shooting range. He was responsible for leading his team to AAA Virginia State Championships in Football and Basketball in the 1992-1993 season; and
WHEREAS, Allen accepted a basketball scholarship at the prestig...
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