This weekend if you like to play or just watch pool then head on down to the Big Easy (New Orleans) where many events are scheduled to take place.

The Boost Mobile to, the 8-Ball Challenge Celebrity Pool Tournament and the Shaquille O'Neal and Reggie Bush "Welcome to New Orleans Big Easy Billiards Bash and After Party are going on this weekend in New Orleans.

The Boost Mobile Zo and Magic's 8-Ball Challenge Celebrity Pool Tournament will be happening today at the Sugar Mill. Event Coordinator for both events, Erica said "Zo and Magic’s 8-Ball Challenge Celebrity Pool Tournament draws the biggest celebrities and elite athletes coming into town for All-Star activities".

Proceeds from the event will be benefiting the Alonzo Nourning Charities and the Magic Johnson Foundation. Oxygen, ESPN and BET are expected to heavily promote these events. This year's tournament will feature two NBA legends Alonzo Mourning and Magic Johnson,and rap star "Ludacris" Chris Bridges.

Many celebrities have already confirmed their seats, including; Dwayne Wade, Reggie Bush,, Baron Davis, Carmelo Anthony, Jeanette Lee, Gabrielle Union, and many more.


- 2008-02-14