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Benny Snell and Mark Stoops honor Marco Shemwell during special night vs. Mississippi State

Benny Snell and the University of Kentucky football team continue to honor the late Marco Lee Shemwell.

Shemwell, a four-year-old boy, passed away this past Monday after being struck by a car last Saturday on Cooper Drive following Kentucky’s win over Murray State.

One week later, Snell wore a wristband that read ‘RIP Marco’ when he suited up against the 14th-ranked Mississippi St. Bulldogs.

After the game, an emotional Snell spoke about playing in honor of Shemwell.

“When you look at life and how short it is, it’s heartbreaking,” said Snell.