WCBL Sports, along with Lake Chem Community Federal Credit Union and many other area sponsors, will present the 7th Annual Gunner’s Magic Train Classic January 22nd and 23rd at Reed Conder Gymnasium at Marshall County High School.
Founded by Gus and Janna Gillespie and WCBL Sports Director Jeff Waters, the basketball showcase honors the life and spirit of Gunner Gillespie, who passed away at the age of 8 in October 2008 from a brain tumor.
In addition to honoring Gunner’s life and determined spirit, the event also serves as a fundraiser and awareness raiser in the fight against pediatric cancer.
Since the beginning of Gunner’s Magic Train Classic, WCBL Sports, along with the help of many generous sponsors, has donated over $10,000 to Gunner’s Magic Train Foundation.
The Gillespie’s established the foundation in Gunner’s memory to assist families that have a child battling a life-threatening illness.
There will be a total of six games at this year’s event, including two games each for the Marshals and Lady Marshals.
(Game Schedule)
Friday, January 22nd
Marshall County vs. McCracken County (Girls) 5:30
Marshall County vs. McCracken County (Boys) 7:00
Cairo, IL vs Arnold, FL (Boys) 8:30
Saturday, January 23rd
Marshall County vs. Arnold, FL (Junior Varsity Boys) 3:30
Marshall County vs. Arnold, FL (Boys) 5:00
Marshall County vs. Apollo (Girls) 6:30