NORWICH – The 27th annual Norwich Gus Macker wrapped up over the weekend, after the tournament returned to the downtown streets of Norwich. It had been five years since the tournament was played on East Main Street.

It was Gus Macker’s 50 year anniversary, celebrating 3 on 3 basketball since 1974’s inauguration in the McNeal family driveway in Lowell, Michigan.

During the opening ceremonies, Scott “Gus” McNeal introduced his staff and the Norwich YMCA staff with Sports Director Tom Revoir and Executive Director Jamey Mullen, who worked hard, along with dedicated volunteers, to make this tournament happen every year.

After giving them gifts of a Macker 50 year flag and new licensed chains, McNeal made a special announcement.

He and his staff honored two local Norwich volunteers who have been a part of the Norwich Gus Macker tournament for many years and have been notable members throughout Norwich and the YMCA. Congratulations to Steve Benenati and Jeff Abbott on being inducted into the Gus Macker Hall of Fame and for being Norwich Macker Legends. Abbott helped out at the Gus Macker Brackets tent while Benenati officiated games.