The older we get, the better we were

Alumni hoopters show up in droves to support the GC basketball program.

On Saturday, February 4, a brethren of Garden City Basketball alumni took the court to support the current GC basketball program. Over 40 people from over six decades played their hearts out. The air was permeated with tiger balm as the grey and maroon battled a nip and tuck back and forth nail biter. The game was highly competitive and ended in a buzzer beater by Andrew DeSantis to give the maroon team an 81-80 win.

That evening, everyone descended on Doc O’Grady’s to reminisce, share stories and raise money for Coach Hegman’s basketball training.

A special thanks to Spencer Bais who organized the event. And to our sponsors, the TMA and the Paul LeSueur Legacy Foundation.

Bob Gasparello, Class of ‘73, said it best:

“Our crew in the class of ‘73 had a wonderful time being on the court together albeit 50 years later with the same love for the game and each other. The day and evening unfold so quickly and then it’s over. But it’s not over because connections were renewed, conversation reignited, and some new ones developed. Our sincere thanks to all for afford - ing us the time together on and off the court. It was deeply appreciated. Many Thanks.”- Gas