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Lee-Scott Academy fourth-grader Taylor Thornton has been identified as one of the at least 23 people who died Sunday, March 3, 2019, in a tornado that hit southern Lee County.

A basketball player in an orange and white uniform stands focused with a large basketball blurred in motion toward him, surrounded by cheering fans and teammates.

Elizabeth Marsh | Photographer

Auburn vs MSState

By Elizabeth Marsh | Photographer | March 11

Auburn Guard/Forward Kevin Overton (1) focuses on the ball during a matchup against Mississippi State in Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026.

A basketball player in a white uniform with orange details celebrates enthusiastically on the court while fans cheer around him.

Elizabeth Marsh | Photographer

Auburn vs MSState

By Elizabeth Marsh | Photographer | March 11

Auburn Forward Sebastian Williams-Adams (33) blows a kiss after making a three-pointer during a matchup against Mississippi State in Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026.

Two basketball players are competing for a shot, with one leaping to block the other's jump shot as spectators watch.

Elizabeth Marsh | Photographer

Auburn vs MSState

By Elizabeth Marsh | Photographer | March 11

Auburn Forward Filip Jović (38) moves to block a three-point attempt during a matchup against Mississippi State in Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026.