Celebrating a legacy
The Larry Graham Lifetime Service Award was bestowed upon Conrad “Babe” Champion during a charity golf outing that drew community leaders and sports enthusiasts alike.
Mark Marcuzzo and Steve Porter, prominent figures in the local basketball circuit, presented the honor, underscoring Champion’s decades‑long contributions to the game.
A day on the greens
The event unfolded at Arlington Greens Golf Course in Collinsville, where participants teed off in support of a cause that extends beyond the fairway.
Proceeds from the tournament are earmarked for the construction of the Basketball Museum of Illinois, a project slated to open its doors in Bedford Park in 2027.
Organizers highlighted the museum’s mission to preserve the state’s rich basketball heritage while inspiring future generations.