Celtic Pride

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 

 —GALATIANS 6:9

The Boston Celtics were in the middle of what would turn out to be their 18th champion­ship season when the organization came together with Dunkin’ to unveil a renovated basketball court at The Salvation Army South End Corps in March. The two ­Boston-based entities, which have a history of working with The Salvation Army in Massachusetts, collaborated on the project. Renovations included a redone gym floor, new basketball nets, padding on the walls, and a wraparound mural with designs such as the Boston skyline, Celtics logos, and Dunkin’ colors. 

At the big unveiling, Celtics forward Xavier Tillman made an appearance and participated in basketball drills, donut coloring, and ­Celtics-themed contests. Mascots Lucky the Lepre­chaun, The Salvation Army’s Shieldy, and Dunkin’s Cuppy also took part in the celebration, posing for photos with happy children and Salvation Army staff members. 

photo by Steve Babineau / Sports Action Photography