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“A rally in Hartford would be a slam dunk for the thousands of Celtics fans from Connecticut and a chance for area residents to show their admiration for the team and honor them for their championship season,” Governor Rell said. “The team has strong Connecticut ties and their appearance here would give us a chance to tell them how proud we are of their accomplishments.” On July 31, 2007, Governor Rell proclaimed “Ray Allen Day” in the State of Connecticut to honor the former University of Connecticut basketball standout and current Celtics superstar when Allen received the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce’s Role Model Award. After the Boston Red Sox won the World Series in 2007, Governor Rell made a similar request of Red Sox Owner John Henry. The Red Sox responded by holding public events in New Haven, Waterbury and Hartford. Thousands of state residents were able to view and take pictures of the World Series trophy, which was put on display in the State Capitol on January 11, 2008. If the Celtics agree to bring the trophy to Connecticut, Governor Rell said she would be honored to issue an official proclamation in the team’s honor. © Copyright by StamfordPlus.com. Some articles and pictures posted on our website, as indicated by their bylines, were submitted as press releases and do not necessarily reflect the position and opinion of StamfordPlus.com, Stamford Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: 'Fish roast Ducks with convincing win - Sep 20, 2008 - 11:28 PM Stamford JCC to host community Mitzvah Day, a day of good deeds - Sep 19, 2008 - 1:59 AM Commentary: When the oil bubble is fueled by speculators - Sep 15, 2008 - 10:53 AM Two new leases signed at High Ridge Park in Stamford - Sep 11, 2008 - 2:17 PM Fairfield County SAFE KIDS to offer free Child Safety Seat Check - Sep 11, 2008 - 11:51 AM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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