BONUS INTERVIEW: All Star Labor Classic | Charitable Basketball Game
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This bonus episode of the PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast features a special roundtable discussion with key figures behind the upcoming All-Star Labor Classic, a charitable high school basketball showcase set for Sunday, April 12th at Holy Family University. Host Devon welcomes Ryan Boyer Jr., Jimmy Dillon, and Councilman Isaiah Thomas to discuss the event’s legacy, community impact, and the importance of youth development in Philadelphia. The conversation highlights how the Labor Classic unites city and suburban high school teams, celebrates athletic excellence, and raises funds—over $250,000 for the Superhero Project’s neonatal intensive care units—while also supporting student-athletes through scholarships and mentorship. The panel emphasizes the event’s role in fostering community pride, giving back, and inspiring the next generation through both sport and service. Councilman Thomas shares his dual role as a public official and high school coach, underscoring how direct engagement with youth reminds him of the ongoing work needed in underserved communities. Jimmy Dillon reflects on his long-standing involvement in Philly basketball, from playing in past Labor Classics to running a youth academy, while Ryan Boyer Jr. speaks to the Philadelphia Building Trades’ commitment to community partnership and youth empowerment. The episode concludes with a strong call to action: attend the free event, bring families, enjoy the games, and support local talent. The hosts express deep appreciation for the organizers, especially Mike Morak and Butch, and highlight the collaborative spirit that makes the Labor Classic a cornerstone of Philadelphia’s sports culture. The tone is warm, celebratory, and deeply rooted in civic pride, with a focus on legacy, service, and the transformative power of basketball beyond the court.
The All-Star Labor Classic on April 12th at Holy Family University is a free, family-friendly event celebrating Philadelphia’s top high school athletes from both city and suburban schools.
The event raises over $250,000 annually for the Superhero Project, supporting neonatal intensive care units, and helps student-athletes secure scholarships.
Organizers, including Jimmy Dillon, Councilman Isaiah Thomas, and the Philadelphia Building Trades, emphasize community service, mentorship, and youth development as core values.
The Labor Classic fosters intergenerational connection, with legends playing alongside current stars and former players mentoring today’s youth.
Councilman Thomas and Jimmy Dillon use their roles as coaches and public officials to stay grounded in community needs and advocate for youth equity in education and sports.
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Welcome & Introductions
Host Devon welcomes listeners to a special bonus episode featuring Ryan Boyer Jr., Jimmy Dillon, and Councilman Isaiah Thomas, setting the stage for a conversation about the upcoming All-Star Labor Classic.
The Legacy & Mission of the Labor Classic
“This is just about carrying out the tradition and making sure that the times that we experienced and what the labor classic meant to us, we get to push out to the new future here.”
Community Impact & Philanthropy
“We love it. It's exciting to us. We look forward to it every year. And then also the impact that we have on the high school kids... They're exceptional athletes, but not only athletes, but they're exceptional young men and women and students.”
The Role of Coaches, Councilmen, and Community Leaders
“When you coach in the pub, and you got to walk into the schools I walk into, deal with some of the issues that our families and young people are facing... it reminds you that we still have a lot of work to do.”
Call to Action & Closing Remarks
The hosts wrap up with a strong invitation to attend the April 12th game, celebrate local talent, and support the community-driven mission of the Labor Classic.
“When you coach in the pub, and you got to walk into the schools I walk into, deal with some of the issues that our families and young people are facing... it reminds you that we still have a lot of work to do.”
“This is just about carrying out the tradition and making sure that the times that we experienced and what the labor classic meant to us, we get to push out to the new future here.”
“We love it. It's exciting to us. We look forward to it every year. And then also the impact that we have on the high school kids... They're exceptional athletes, but not only athletes, but they're exceptional young men and women and students.”
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Isaiah Thomas
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Jimmy Dillon
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Ryan Boyer Jr.
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Philadelphia Building Trades
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Superhero Project
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Holy Family University
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Sankofa High School
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Phil Martelli
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