"The young Haitian American liked that the event promised to feature Caribbean culture as part of the experience during the Nets vs. Pistons game. Abelard sprung for the $75 seats and attended the March 10 game with her sister Ari and a friend. As is typical for Caribbean massive gatherings, the trio arrived with Haitian flags tucked into their bags."
"The nod to Caribbean locals, held annually, is one of the many themed nights organized as part of the Nets Unite community engagement campaign to forge relationships with various groups inside and outside the arena. Through ongoing youth mentorship initiatives, small business partnerships and other programming, the team aims to deepen engagement with local residents and youth."
"While not as visible as Haitians tend to be in Caribbean massive gatherings around Brooklyn, the country's red-and-blue still popped up throughout the 3-hour game in the flag displays, some dancers representing their heritage, a pre-game DJ set featuring konpa music and people like the Abelard sisters yelling out Haiti."
The Brooklyn Nets organized a West Indian Carnival night at Barclays Center featuring Caribbean culture, music, and performances during a game against the Pistons. Haitian American attendees, including Annabelle Abelard and her sister, purchased tickets to celebrate their heritage by waving flags and representing their nation. While Haiti received some recognition through flag displays, dancers, konpa music, and audience participation, attendees felt the country deserved more prominent recognition. The event is part of the Nets Unite initiative, an annual community engagement campaign designed to build relationships with various groups and deepen connections with Brooklyn's diverse populations through themed nights and youth mentorship programs.
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