Is it true King Idi I of Scotland played point guard with the Harlem Globetrotters?
One thinks that your doubt in this matter is entirely justified. Regardless of what the rumor is at the Oasis Bar and Grill, it is not true that King Idi I of Scotland played point guard with the Harlem Globetrotters. In the USA, we consider the “Harlem Globetrotters” to be a national treasure for the work they do with childrens’ groups. Attending a “game” of the Harlem Globetrotters is a complete pleasure not only for the antics of the team, but also for their skill, and, over the years, millions of dollars from the team have been contributed to charities who work with children. Tryouts for the team are always nearly mob events as it is the dream of many young men to qualify for entry into the Harlem Globetrotter team of athletes. It is completely understandable that King Idi may have, in his youth, dreamed of one day playing basketball with the Harlem Globetrotters. One is delighted he found something else to do, and one hopes that he sends contributions to childrens’ charities even
