Hillary Clinton enjoys playful mascot routine at New York Liberty game
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton watched the New York Liberty face the Seattle Storm at Brooklyn's Barclays Center, where she smiled and clapped as the team mascot performed.
Hillary Clinton attended a New York Liberty home game against the Seattle Storm at Brooklyn's Barclays Center. While the basketball action unfolded, the spotlight shifted to Ellie, the Liberty's elephant mascot, who executed headstands and energetic dance steps to the "Mississippi Cha Cha Slide." A fan-recorded clip of the routine spread widely on social media.
Clinton was seen cheering, nodding to the beat, and smiling from her seat. She also tapped her foot and hand in time with the music. The mascot wore a Liberty jersey with the name "Ellie" and the number "00," along with mint Nike sneakers and a braid made of the team's colors.
Why it matters
The sight of a high-profile political figure engaging with a popular sports event highlights the crossover appeal of women's basketball.
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