June 2nd is the 4th Annual Dru Gimlin 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in downtown Quincy.  Started as a senior project by some of Dru's classmates, the event brings players and supporters from around the State.  Proceeds from the tournament go to the Dru Gimlin Foundation.  The Foundation provides scholarships, sponsors the "Jackrabbit Gold" free basketball camp for 3rd - 8th graders, purchases equipment and sponsors other activities.  Last year the board used funds to pay for ASB cards for student athletes who couldn't afford them.  For more information contact the Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce at 787-2140 or at qvcc@quincyvalley.org.

Dru Gimlin was a joy to watch play basketball.  Dru at 6'9" and other center Anton Neff at 6'10" gave Quincy domination at the net.  Not only was Dru a large factor at the net but he was also consistent outside the key and in the 3 point range.  Dru was killed in a car accident his junior year and is missed by many but his memory and love for basketball will live on through the Dru Gimlin 3 on 3 Tournament. 

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