Suwannee hosts Ninth Annual Steve Claffey Memorial Game

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Dec. 27 and Saturday, Dec. 28, the community joined together to honor the memory of Suwannee Middle School Coach Steve Claffey. Sadly, Claffey passed away in 2013 from colon cancer at just 45 years old. In 2015, the Steve Claffey Memorial Foundation founded the annual Memorial Game. Since its inception, the game has raised over $12,000, which has all been donated to families in need throughout the community. These beneficiaries include families that lost children, a family who had injuries due to a car accident, and even a family whose daughter was diagnosed with Campomelic Dysplasia. This year is unique for a few reasons.