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Community stories from the Columbus Wizards: outreach, youth development, fundraisers, and fan features across Central Ohio.

The Columbus Wizards Return to the Polar Plunge for a Chill of a Lifetime

There are moments in sports that go far beyond the game. Moments that remind us why community matters… why connection matters… why people matter. For the Columbus Wizards, one of those moments happened last winter when President Casey Gillespie stepped to the edge of an icy pool, took a breath, and did something he never imagined himself doing he jumped into freezing water for Special Olympics Ohio. And he didn’t jump alone. Casey made his first-ever Polar Plunge alongside ou

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Dec 11, 20253 min read

Columbus Wizards Open Gym Sessions Showcase Talent as Team Prepares for Training Camp

As the 2026 season approaches, the Columbus Wizards continue laying the foundation for a competitive and community-driven roster. Over the last several weeks, the organization has hosted a series of open gym sessions — a crucial step in evaluating talent, culture fit, and the identity of the team that will take the floor in The Basketball League (TBL). Players from across Central Ohio and beyond have stepped into the gym ready to compete: former college standouts, overseas pr

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Nov 13, 20253 min read

Freezin’ for a Reason: Columbus Wizards Brave the Cold for Special Olympics Ohio

On Saturday, February 8, the Columbus Wizards put community first—and comfort last—as they took an icy plunge into freezing water at...

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Feb 10, 20251 min read

The Columbus Wizards Participate in Huckleberry House Sleep Out 2024 to Combat Youth Homelessness

COLUMBUS, OH - June 4, 2024 – This past Friday, May 31st, members of The Columbus Wizards, including Team President Casey Gillespie,...

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Jun 4, 20242 min read