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Kentucky Baseball team travels to Corbin to show support following tragedy

Earlier this week, a tragedy took place in Corbin, Kentucky. Eight-year-old Eli Hill passed away while playing basketball at his home. In a freak accident, the backboard of a basketball goal came off the pole and fell on him.

Following the tragedy, the community of Corbin has come together in remembrance of Eli and in support of his family and friends.

On Wednesday, a vigil was held at the city’s rotary baseball park. Over a hundred people gathered to honor Eli and show love for his family.

“He was a joy to be around, the amount of love, excitement.