PHOENIX — Glendale officials unveiled a new basketball court at the recently renamed Al McCoy Memorial Park on Monday.
The SHAZAM! Court is named after the late broadcasting legend’s signature phrase he’d call out whenever the Phoenix Suns hit a three-pointer.
The new court isn’t the only addition to the community park near 51st and West Olive avenues. Other new features include: • An expanded 8-acre park. • New LED lighting and upgraded irrigation. • A new playground. • An upgraded sand volleyball court.
Glendale City Manager Kevin Phelps expressed happiness at the opportunity to celebrate McCoy’s 51-year career as the voice of the Suns this way.
“Al McCoy Memorial Park and SHAZAM! Court will be enjoyed by people of all ages,” Phelps said during the event. “We are honored to c