MAKANDA, Ill. (KFVS) – An event bringing together SIU Basketball legends, community advocates and youth mentors is happening this fall.
Saluki basketball Hall of Famer Jamaal Tatum and nonprofit Athletics Against Substance Abuse (AASA) will host Reunion at the Rim on Saturday, September 6, from 5:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Giant City Lodge Banquet Room in Makanda, Illinois.
According to organizers, this event aims to raise awareness about substance abuse prevention through athletics.
Highlights of the event include:
Chris Carr, former NBA player and SIU standout, will be the keynote speakerMike Reis and Coach Rodney Watson will moderate a panel discussionAn art auction featuring original works by Jamaal Tatum Dinner, networking and signed memorabilia from the legendary Sweet 16 Saluki teams
Organizers say there are only 80 seats available. Tickets are $100 and can be purchased online here.
Proceeds support AASA, which uses sports as a platform to educate, uplift and empower youth to live drug-free lives.
For more information, visit www.aasaofficial.org.
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