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Special needs teen signs with Philadelphia 76ers

Posted at 3:53 PM, Feb 11, 2014
and last updated 2014-02-18 11:20:57-05

A teenager with Down syndrome has joined the Philadelphia 76ers after an amazing performance with his high school basketball team.

Kevin Grow, a senior at Bensalem High School, served as the team’s manager for four years — he got his first chance on the court last week, according to an article from People magazine.

Grow scored four three-pointer shots in the fourth quarter. Bensalem won, 64-40. Check it out in the video clip above.

After the stellar performance, Grow signed a ceremonial two-day contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. As a member of the team, Grow will participate in pregame activities Tuesday night as the 76ers take on the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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