HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal stopped by Milton Hersey School on Monday.
Shaq made the surprise visit during the school’s “Our Big Pledge Challenge,” where he tasked the 2,500 students and staff to embrace strength, purpose and perseverance. The basketball legend also played games with the students.
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“Hershey showed up with heart today,” O’Neal said. “I came to remind these kids that they’ve got greatness in them. When you believe in yourself and put in the work, there’s no limit to what you can do.”
The day continued at Hersheypark, where O’Neal brought a group of students to check out the newly launched Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk, an indoor glowing coaster inspired by The Hershey Company’s Shaq-A-Licious XL Gummies. The coaster features an immersive overlay and voice over from O’Neal.
Shaquille O’Neal visits the Milton Hershey School on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. | Milton Hershey School
Shaquille O’Neal visits the Milton Hershey School on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. | Milton Hershey School
Shaquille O’Neal visits the Milton Hershey School on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. | Milton Hershey School
Shaquille O’Neal visits Hersheypark on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. | Milton Hershey School
He also recorded an episode of “The Big Podcast with Shaq” at the park.
The four-time NBA champion was in the Midstate for the PA Chamber Annual Dinner at the Hershey Lodge. O’Neal served as keynote speaker for the event, which fosters business in the state.
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