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Classic 150 Roast/Toast of Champions [photos]

From left, UT Athletic Director Phil Fulmer and John "Thunder" Thornton laugh as Honk Spelman roast and toast Thornton.
From left, UT Athletic Director Phil Fulmer and John "Thunder" Thornton laugh as Honk Spelman roast and toast Thornton. From left, UT Athletic Director Phil Fulmer and John "Thunder" Thornton laugh as Honk Spelman roast and toast Thornton.

By Photography by Mark Gilliland 1 min read

UT Volunteers super-fan and major donor John “Thunder” Thornton was the guest of honor during this fundraiser, helping to raise money for the Classic 150, which invests in bringing major sporting events to Chattanooga.