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Giving Back to Hampton Roads: Southern Auto Group Joins Cam Thomas for Community Day!

At Southern Auto Group, we believe in giving back to the communities that have supported us throughout the years. That’s why we were thrilled to partner with Hampton Roads native and NBA standout, Cam Thomas, for his Community Day event on June 21st, 2025! It was an incredible opportunity to connect with the community, support a local hero, and share in a day of fun and giving back.

As a proud sponsor, Southern Auto Group had the distinct pleasure of meeting Cam, helping spread the word about his fantastic initiative, and being on-site with a special car display and Southern swag for all attendees. Seeing hundreds of smiling faces and capturing countless memories truly made the day a huge success!

Cam Thomas: From Chesapeake Courts to NBA Stardom

Born in Japan but raised right here in Chesapeake, Virginia, Cam Thomas’s journey to the NBA is a testament to dedication and hard work. Following in his older sister’s footsteps, Cam started playing basketball at just five years old, and his passion for the game quickly blossomed.

His talent became undeniable during his time at Oscar F. Smith High School in Chesapeake, where he garnered national attention. By the end of his high school career, Cam was a highly sought-after 5-star recruit, receiving offers from top college basketball programs across the country. He ultimately chose Louisiana State University (LSU) in the fall of 2019.

Cam continued his impressive trajectory at LSU, leading the nation in scoring among freshmen and becoming a pivotal player for the LSU Tigers. His stellar freshman year earned him First Team All-SEC honors and paved his way to the NBA draft. In 2021, the Brooklyn Nets selected Cam Thomas as the 27th overall pick.

Even though he’s still early in his professional career, Cam has already made his mark, becoming the youngest player in NBA history to score 40+ points in three consecutive games. He continues to show remarkable improvement year after year, proving he has a bright future ahead.

A Day of Giving Back: The Cam Thomas Community Day Event

Despite his rising fame, Cam Thomas has never forgotten his roots or the community that helped shape him into the man he is today. With his basketball journey bringing him success, Cam felt a strong desire to be a positive role model and give back his time and knowledge to the next generation of basketball players from Hampton Roads.

This vision came to life with the Cam Thomas Community Day Event – a fantastic initiative designed to give back to youth basketball players, their supportive parents, and the entire Hampton Roads community. The event was packed with exciting activities, including live music, lively bounce houses, and thrilling scrimmage basketball games for kids.

The hard work, determination, and perseverance Cam continues to exemplify as a professional athlete from Hampton Roads are qualities that Southern Auto Group deeply admires. We feel incredibly fortunate to have shared this special day with Cam and everyone who came out to support this wonderful community event!

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