The Big Dipper had some rough years in its 40s, but the south suburbs’ premier high-school basketball event is sparkling on its 50th birthday.
The holiday tournament is rejuvenated and the fans are turning out in droves. Wednesday’s quarterfinals at Rich in Richton Park featured the area’s top-ranked team (Thornton), the state’s top senior (Illinois recruit Morez Johnson), and a host team that is at the beginning of what could be a special run over the next few years.
