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Lebanon Basketball Star Jayden Bailey Remembered at Beech Game

Lebanon High basketball star Jayden Bailey, who died Feb. 19 after a four‑year cancer battle, was honored by teammates at a Beech High playoff game.

At the Beech High School playoff game on Feb. 21, a tribute table displayed a photo of Bailey, a GoFundMe QR code, and the message 'Support Jayden Bailey's Cancer Battle.' The Lebanon team, led by senior Marques Anglin, won 46‑44 and spoke of Bailey’s presence on the court.

Bailey, who had his left arm amputated in August and battled osteosarcoma, returned to play after missing a season. His teammates remembered his smile and determination, and the funeral arrangements remain unannounced.