Teams gather to honor baseball player Preston Cope on his 16th birthday

Members of the Marshall County baseball team and staff joined Preston Cope’s family in a balloon release on Preston’s 16th birthday. Photos: Jennifer Brown

The Marshall County baseball team gathered with the family of Preston Cope Tuesday to remember Preston on his 16th birthday. Preston, always remembered as a kind, caring young man with a love for baseball, was a member of the Marshals baseball team and was killed on Jan. 23 in the shooting at Marshall County High School. A sign has been placed on the left field wall in remembrance of Preston who wore #5. The Lady Marshals softball team held a balloon release honoring Preston also on Tuesday.

The Lady Marshals remembering Preston on his 16th birthday with a balloon release. Photo: Kim Elkins