Galesburg's Scorer's Table Shines as Best in Illinois

Four dedicated volunteers keep the games running smoothly at Thiel Gym

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Galesburg High School's scorer's table, manned by Jeff Lamb, Marla Clay, Brett Wolfe, and Jeanine Bryant, is considered the best in Illinois. The four work seamlessly together to ensure games run efficiently, from announcing to timing to scorekeeping. Their dedication and expertise have made them appreciated by both Streaks coaches and opposing teams.

Why it matters

In a high school sports landscape dominated by big-name programs and high-profile players, Galesburg's scorer's table stands out as a testament to the unsung heroes who keep the games running. Their professionalism and community spirit have made the Thiel Gym experience special for players, coaches, and fans alike.

The details

Jeff Lamb, the P.A. announcer, has been working Galesburg basketball games since the 2017-18 season, bringing an infectious enthusiasm to his role. Marla Clay, the official scorer, has been with the program since the early 2000s, ensuring the scorebook is accurate while also providing homemade treats for everyone at the table. Brett Wolfe, the timer, has been involved with the scorer's table since the 1980s, keeping a keen eye on the game clock and substitutions. Jeanine Bryant rounds out the team, operating the scoreboard with precision.

  • Jeff Lamb started doing boys games in the 2017-18 season and girls games in the 2024-25 season.
  • Marla Clay began working freshmen games in the early 2000s and took over the official scorer role when Linda Giger retired.
  • Brett Wolfe first started working the scorer's table in the 1980s under coaches Barry Swanson, Ed Sennett, and Dave Peck.

The players

Jeff Lamb

The P.A. announcer who started working Galesburg basketball games in the 2017-18 season for the boys and the 2024-25 season for the girls.

Marla Clay

The official scorer who has been with the program since the early 2000s, ensuring the scorebook is accurate and providing homemade treats for everyone at the table.

Brett Wolfe

The timer who has been involved with the scorer's table since the 1980s, keeping a keen eye on the game clock and substitutions.

Jeanine Bryant

The scoreboard operator who rounds out the dedicated team at the Galesburg High School scorer's table.

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What they’re saying

“I have a great seat for watching. But the thing I love the most is being close enough to hear the coaches as they direct their players. You get a different perspective of the Referee's and how hard their job is.”

— Jeff Lamb, P.A. Announcer (wgil.com)

“The best part of working games all the years is simply getting to see such great basketball…..players, programs, coaches, officials, etc. I really enjoy watching the progression of players over their careers.”

— Brett Wolfe, Timer (wgil.com)

What’s next

The Galesburg High School basketball teams will continue their seasons, with the scorer's table crew continuing to provide their professional and dedicated service at Thiel Gym.

The takeaway

Galesburg's scorer's table exemplifies the unsung heroes who make high school sports possible. Their commitment to excellence, community spirit, and love of the game have made the Thiel Gym experience special, proving that the best scorer's table in Illinois can be found right here in Galesburg.