Nov. 23, 2006

Columbia, Mo. - THANKSGIVING DINNER PHOTO GALLERY

The University of Missouri Men's Basketball Team took time out of their holiday break to serve Thanksgiving Dinner to Columbia-area residents Thursday afternoon at Lou's Palace.

The Tigers opened the holiday with an early-morning workout at Mizzou Arena, before traveling to downtown Columbia to spread holiday cheer to a number fans and families in attendance. All-15 members of the 2006-07 squad were in attendance, as well as Head Coach Mike Anderson, Associate Head Coach Melvin Watkins, Assistant Coaches Matt Zimmerman and T.J. Cleveland and Director of Basketball Operations Jeff Daniels.

Later, the team and staff members enjoyed a home-cooked Thanksgiving Dinner at Coach Anderson's residence in Columbia.

The 5-0 Tigers return to action on Saturday, Nov. 25, at Mizzou Arena when they take on Stephen F. Austin at 6 p.m. Tickets for Saturday's game are available. Please contact the Mizzou Athletics Ticket Office at 1-800-CAT-PAWS for more information.