Corning High School Sports Legend Gary Burton Dies

CORNING – Gary Burton, whose arrival at Corning High School in 1961 as a physical education teacher launched a 30-year odyssey of mentorship and victory, has died. During his three-decade tenure Burton crafted a staggering legacy of success that resonated far beyond the gymnasium, influencing generations of athletes and planting the seeds for future coaches across the region. His impact on Corning athletics became the benchmark against which all subsequent programs have been measured.

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