2008 Gus Macker PHOTOS

Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball, America's largest outdoor basketball tournament celebrated its 35th anniversary in 2008, was held in Olean for the first time on August 15-17, 2008.  The 3-day event was organized by both the Olean High School Sports Booster and the Olean City School District Foundation.

The tournament is open to players of all ages and experience levels who are computer-matched by age, height and experience so that all participants can be competitive. The event, first held in Lowell, Michigan in 1974, is a family festival with food and music along with  the basketball competition held on the streets near downtown Olean.

"The City of Olean is excited to join more than 50 other cities in the United States and Canada in hosting this fun and exciting event which will benefit a great cause," John Irving, OCSDF Board Member said.  “Teaming up with the Sports Booster is a great partnership - this tournament fits both of our missions - raising funds to support the children who attend the Olean City School District,” Mr. Irving added.

2008 Gus Macker PHOTOS