Cunningham played at Matewan (Magnolia) High School from 1984 to 1987. He was one of the all-time greats to ever lace up the green and white high tops for the Tigers.

Matewan High School cheer coach Kimberly Smith said she was shocked when she saw the WVSSAC announcement that cheer squads would not be allowed to perform stunts this season.

MATEWAN, W.Va. — The Matewan High School graduation will be 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 30, at the Magnolia/Matewan High gymnasium.