Until then, the Chitwoods run Sights Unseen Travel and take pride in reminiscing over Marion’s indoor arena football teams. "I learned a lot, met a lot of great players, and would do it again if the opportunity came." George Voinovichs Commission on Educational Choice. Still, it left fans, players and team members with many great memories. Brennan is chairman of the board of the Western Reserve Economic Development Council, vice chairman of Akron Tomorrow and a director of the All-American Soap Box Derby. Jill said that low attendance, low ticket prices and a lack of sponsors led to the team's demise. The Blue Racers suspended playing in 2016. Jill Chitwood said that she still is in contact with many of the players who called her "Mama C." The strong bond with the football players remains today. The Chitwoods felt a calling to come home and help the Blue Racers with their final season. Chitwood and Coleman had a friendly rivalry when their teams played each other in Marion. The Chitwoods did make a brief departure from Marion to purchase their own team, the Northern Kentucky River Monsters. In addition, members and coaches were involved in the Marion community, including taking part in Downtown Marion clean-up, raising funds for Turning Point, and volunteering at local schools. The Blue Racers won all regular season home games in their last two seasons. The enthusiasm for MarionMade is amazing, said Dean Jacob, President and CEO of Marion Community. While at the University of Findlay, getting his BS and masters in business/marketing/finance, he would. The Gala hosts over 1,000 people to celebrate the many positive things happening in Marion, Ohio. MARION, OH The MarionMade community pride initiative is six months old and, with such widespread and ever-increasing community support, the staff at Marion Community Foundation is expanding with this growing program. Johnnie Jackson grew up in Marion, Ohio, and like many young people left for college at 18. This event is also the major fundraiser for the MarionMade community pride initiative. The Blue Racers appeared in two championship games and won a division title. The highlight of the evening is the recognition of the outstanding honorees who have made Marion a great place to live, work, play, and learn.