By Thomas Grant Jr.
For the second time in three years, Gray Collegiate Academy boys’ basketball coach Dion Bethea has received a Key to the City.
The City Council of West Columbia recognized Bethea during a Oct. 15 special event. He was recognized for his work with the War Eagles, where he’s won six state titles, and within the West Columbia community.
“Receiving the Key to the City is an incredible honor, and I do not take it lightly,” Bethea said. “I understand that this recognition represents something bigger than me. It represents my family, my upbringing, my friends, my colleagues, my students, and the community that continues to inspire me.”
Local players picked for Touchstone Energy Bowl
The North and South rosters for the 79th annual Touchstone Energy Bowl in Myrtle Beach will each have a Cayce/West Columbia player.
Running back Trevon Williamson of Gray Collegiate Academy was selected to the North roster. Wide receiver Bennett Plane and tight end Max Clyburn, both of Brookland-Cayce, made the South roster.
Bearcats’ head coach Louis Clyburn is an assistant coach for the South.
The game takes place at noon Dec. 12 at Doug Shaw Stadium.
