Former Ohio State running back Maurice Clarett autographs a football for a young fan during the 7-on-7 flag football game to benefit local police, firefighters and teachers. (Kent Sanborn of Southern Ohio Sports Photos.com) Jim Walker jim.walker@irontontribune.com There was plenty of scarlet and gray on the field — both in clothing apparel and as former players. Many former Ohio State players were on hand with local players as part of the Buckeye City-Wise Service Day benefit flag football game to aid local police, firefighters and school teachers. The event was the brainchild of Tony Murphy and T.J. Keith — members of the Young Brilliantaires group — and in cooperation with the Richard’s Wish Foundation of Columbus. Former Ohio State Buckeye running backs Maurice Clarett and Beanie Wells served as team captains and played quarterback for their teams. Ironton’s Jermon Jackson, Tyler Whaley and Marcus Williams and Rock Hill’s K.C. Christian — all four played for the Buckeyes — spoke along with former Ironton standout Jason Harmon who was a four-year starter for Michigan State and also played Arena Football. The message of all the speakers was loud and clear: stay in school, work hard on your academics, work hard as…
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