Thursday May 13, family, friends, and community members gathered in M.H. Rourk stadium in honor of fallen Trojan, Johnnie Magbie. People were asked to wear pink in honor of Johnnie’s favorite color or green in honor of West. A banner signed by West Brunswick students during lunches as a gift to the Magbie family. Other tributes to Johnnie included pink number 11s on the fence, flower displays, printed pictures, a slide show, and pink and green balloons.
The event began at 8pm. Friends, family, and coaches were given the opportunity to speak and reflect on their memories of Johnnie; including Johnnie’s mother, coaches, teammates, and close friends.
The night culminated with a candle ceremony on the field and a special moment with the football team.
