CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The long-awaited return of the Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball tournament is nearly upon us. Organizers announced today that registration for the event is now open.
The tournament will be held Saturday, May 11, and Sunday, May 12, in downtown Chillicothe. This tournament was a yearly staple in the community for many years before it ended. This year’s returning tournament is special as it celebrates Gus Macker’s 50th anniversary.
The games will be played along W. Water Street beginning at 8 AM. All ages, organizers said, are welcome to participate. Brackets include ages 3 and under for the kiddie court, ages 7 to 18 for the youth bracket, and 19 and over for the adult bracket.
Registration is open now and will extend to April 22. The cost per team is $180. To register a team, you can visit the link here.
Dr. Sheilah Gray, co-chairwoman of the event, said, “The Gus Macker tournament was held here in Chillicothe for 25 years, and we are so excited to see the enthusiasm in the community for its return, especially during the event’s 50th anniversary.”