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Transcript of 2014 Athletic Viewbook
2012 NSIC Conference Tournament Champions
GREETINGS MUSTANG FANS!Making a difference. Something we all want to accomplish in our lives. When one gives to the Mustang Booster Club, they
are making a difference in the education and future lives of more than 350 student-athletes. Additionally, they are making a
difference in the future success of the Athletics Department and its 17 men’s and women’s sports teams and all that it
provides to our university and community. There are many benefits in becoming a Mustang Booster Club member, which
include tickets, parking, hospitality, Mustang apparel and a variety of unique, up-close experiences with our athletic
program. As a member of the Mustang Booster Club you play a vital role in helping Mustang Athletics achieve success.
Contributions to this important effort support Mustang student-athletes who excel in the classroom, in their sport, and in
service to the community. That is a difference that lasts a lifetime.
Chris Hmielewski
Director of Athletics
GO MUSTANGS!
Mustang Pride ....................2
A Day in the Life................3
Civic Engagement ..............4
Student Spotlight................5
Marketing Opportunities....6
Methods of Giving ............8
Booster Benefits ................9
TABLE OFCONTENTS
What does it mean to “Believe in Brown”?Believe In Brown is more than just a slogan supporting SMSU Athletics. It goes beyond the idea of cheering for the student-athletes and coaches of SMSU. When you Believe In Brown, you are truly embracing everything that is great about MustangAthletics. Believe In Brown embraces four basic principles:
• Excelling in the Classroom• Accepting Social Responsibility• Embracing Civic Engagement• Competing for Championships
If you haven’t done so already, take the time to learn more about the great things that are happening within Mustang Athletics and find out what it truly means to “Believe In Brown”.
GO MUSTANGS!1
POINTS OFMUSTANG PRIDE
• NSIC Myles Brand All-Academic with Distinction Award: Vanesa Corona, JoshHanson, Ethan Hildebrandt, Bree Holleman, Micah Larson, Rachel Patnoe,Rebekah Rolling, Nick Smith and Britt Wickett
• SMSU volleyball appeared in 10th straight NCAA tournament
• SMSU soccer qualified for its first ever NCAA tournament and advanced to theregion championship game
• Track & Field began competition in 2014
• Soccer head coach TJ Buchholz named NSIC Coach of the Year
• Wrestling head coach Jesse Nelson named NSIC Coach of the Year
• SMSU Athletics wins the 2012-13 NSIC Sportsmanship Trophy
• Derek Klinkner honored with the 2013-14 National Wheelchair BasketballAssociation Frank Brasile Sportsmanship award
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ABBEY
THISSEN - Award Winne
rClara City, M
N •
Elemen
tary Edu
catio
n Major
Class of 2
016
RACHEL WESTBY - Award WinnerMarshall, MN • Exercise Science MajorClass of 2014
AJ PAGE - Award WinnerMinneapolis, MN • Business Mgmt. MajorClass of 2015
JUST
IN REINSM
A - Award Winne
rSlayton, M
N •
Edu
catio
n Major
Class of 2
014 2013-2014
AWARD WINNERS
AUTUMN HAYES - Award WinnerLa Crescent, MN • Exercise Science MajorClass of 2015
SMSU ATHLETIC
S ADMINISTR
ATIVE TEA
MCHRIS HMIELEWSKI ‘98Director of Athletics
TIM STEINBACHDirector of Athletic DevelopmentExecutive Director, Mustang Booster Club
ROLLY MULLER ‘85Assistant Athletic DirectorSenior Woman Administrator
KELLY LOFT ‘97Athletic Communications Director
ROSS WEBSKOWSKI ‘02Director of Student-AthleteAcademic AffairsCompliance Officer
JENN GRAVENDirector of Marketing & Promotions
VIN
ARD BIRCH - Award Winne
rEagan, M
N •
Exercise Scienc
e M
ajor
Class of 2
014
The Mustang Booster Club is an organizationdedicated to supporting, promoting andadvancing SMSU athletics.
The objectives of the Mustang Booster Club are:
• To provide scholarship dollars for SMSU athletics.
• To enhance the profile and visibility of the SMSU athletic program, its teams, and its student-athletes.
• To expand the level and scope of support for the SMSU athletic program among thecommunity and alumni.
• To strengthen and establish positive relations with the community and alumniin support of SMSU athletics.
Mission of the Mustang Booster Club
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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MUSTANG ATHLETE
BRIENNA DEHKES, 2014 Spring Semester
• 9:30 am - Alarm goes off telling me it’s a beautiful Tuesdaymorning! I am not an early bird so it’s very nice beingable to sleep in.
• 10:00 am - After I get dressed I go to the school Café and eat peanutbutter toast with banana slices. This is my favoritebreakfast!
• 10:30 am - I report to my first class of the day, Intro to Education.This is a very fun class and I enjoy the environment ofthe class room
• 11:45 am - Class ends and I have a small break between classes . I head up the library to check my mail and D2L forupcoming assignments.
• 12:30 pm - Lunch time! Best part of the day because I get to eat withall of my friends.
• 1:30 pm - My second class of the day rolls around. I haveacademic writing with Professor Pacheco. I enjoy writingand my classmates.
• 3:00 pm - Finally my last class of the day, Psychology withChristine Olsen. This is my favorite class of the daybecause it is so interesting and I plan on majoring inPsychology.
• 4:15 pm - Happy to be done with my busy afternoon but the day issurely not over. After class I grab a quick snack from mydorm and head back to the library to get somehomework done before practice.
• 5:30 pm - Time to get dressed and ready for soccer! Have to get mymind right and prepared for upcoming spring games.
• 8:00 pm - Finally, done with practice and I head back to my dormto shower and eat. Usually I eat soup, chips and salsa fordinner. Sometimes I treat myself to Subway, but being acollege student that rarely happens.
• 9:30 pm - My favorite part of the day is lying in my warm bed andwatching Netflix. I enjoy watching National Geographicdocumentaries or discovery channel. They keep meinterested and I love learning new information.
• 11:00 pm - Time to hit the hay, it’s been a long day and I will needthe sleep for the rest of the week. It has been awonderful day and I cannot wait to start up againtomorrow!
Name:
Brienna DehkesElk River, MN
Sport:Soccer
Major/Degree Program:Psychology
2013 NSIC Goalkeeper of the Year2013 All-NSIC first team2013 Daktronics All-Central Region first team
2013 NSCAA/Continental Tire All-Central Region first team
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SMSU CIVICENGAGEMENT EVENTS
MUSTANG BOOSTER CLUBCIVIC ENGAGEMENT EVENTS
Ag BowlAg Bowl is a community event that celebrates agriculture insouthwestern Minnesota. Ag Bowl offers regional FFA Chapters andindividual participants an opportunity to earn post secondaryscholarship dollars by competing in the Ag Bowl ScholarshipChallenge. The Challenge winners are recognized at Half-time ofthe Ag Bowl Football Game. Prior to the Mustang Football game,families are treated to a variety of activities at the Schwan RegionalEvent Center. Ag Bowl family activities include a youth footballclinic, inflatable games, pony rides, live music, and barbecueofferings. In addition to the Ag Bowl Scholarship Challenge and AgBowl family activities, participants can choose to participate in theAg Bowl Raffle. All proceeds from the Ag Bowl Raffle aredesignated to the SMSU Scholarship Fund. Since its inception, AgBowl has received the NCAA’s Civic Engagement Award on twodifferent occasions.
WBCA Pink ZoneThe WBCA Pink Zone is an NCAA sponsored event that raisesawareness and funds for breast cancer treatment and research. EachFebruary at a home women’s and men’s basketball double header,the R/A Facility is decorated pink to show support. The teams andcheerleaders wear special pink warm-ups and uniforms to showsupport for the cause. The women’s basketball team also sells theirwarm-up shirts to students and fans and donates all the proceeds tothe Kay Yow Cancer Fund. At halftime volunteers gather on thecourt to donate at least 10 inches of hair to the Locks of Loveprogram.
SmokefestSmokefest is an officially sanctioned Kansas City BBQ Societycontest held on the SMSU campus and hosted by the SMSUDepartment of Athletics. In 2011 Smokefest partnered with theCity of Marshall’s Sounds of Summer Celebration. Smokefest servesas the central location for Friday evening activities during the SOSweek long celebration. Each year nearly 40 barbecue teamsdescend on Marshall to test their BBQ skills in four categories: porkribs, chicken, pork butt and beef brisket. Smokefest activitiesinclude; kids inflatables, carnival games, music, authentic BBQofferings and a movie hosted at the Schwan Regional Event Centeron the SMSU Campus. Since its inception, Smokefest has receivedthe NCAA’s Civic Engagement Award on two different occasions.
Mustang StampedeThe Mustang Stampede is a 5K Walk/Run through SMSU’s campusthat brings together teams, parents, fans, and alumni in support ofSMSU’s women’s athletics teams. Participants can join asindividuals or by forming fundraising teams and compete for themost team members or most dollars raised.
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Mustang MailMustang Mail is a pen pal program created and supported by theMustang Booster Club. All SMSU student-athletes are paired upwith students from Marshall Elementary Schools. Students writeand receive letters talking about the importance of school, and whatit means to be a Mustang. During the spring semester we host“Mustang Mail Day” at each school and all students get the chanceto meet their student-athlete pal.
Mustang ShootoutThe Mustang Shootout is a clay shooting competition held annuallyat Shooter’s Sporting Clays in Marshall, MN. Each year nearly onehundred participants form teams to compete for the best team andindividual scores. The Mustang Booster Club helps sponsor theevent with proceeds going towards scholarships for student-athletes.
David & Carol Drown SMSU Golf ClassicThe SMSU Golf Classic is SMSU’s longest running fundraiser. In2011 the SMSU Golf Classic was renamed the David & CarolDrown SMSU Golf Classic. David & Carol Drown first started theevent 29 years ago and remain actively involved in the planning ofthe event each year. This event is hosted by the Mustang BoosterClub with proceeds dedicated to student-athlete scholarships atSMSU. It includes golf at the Marshall Golf Club.
Gold Rush RaffleThe Gold Rush Raffle is SMSU Athletics’ and the Mustang BoosterClub’s largest annual fundraiser. The Raffle is the event to be at onSMSU’s campus. A limited number of tickets are sold for thereverse raffle. Live and silent auctions are also included in theevent, along with black jack games and a variety of great prizes.The grand prize of $5000 is awarded to the raffle ticket holderwhose name is the last to be drawn throughout the night.
ANTH
ONY D
EAN
Award Winne
rTampa
, FL• Corpo
rate Finan
ce M
ajor
Class of 2
014
JACOB BEG
INAno
ka, M
N •
Edu
catio
n Major
Class of 2
015
JAKE THIEL - Award WinnerOak Creek, WI • Business Mgmt. MajorClass of 2014
MEG
AN KILROY - Award Winne
rParamou
nt, C
A •
Spo
rts Mgm
t. Major
Class of 2
015
KYLE JOHNSON - Award WinnerAtwater, MN • Justice Administration MajorClass of 2014
Name:
AILEEN ROMANSleepy Eye, MN
Sport:TENNIS
Major/Degree Program:Early Childhood
& Elementary Education MajorWhy did you choose SMSU?
I chose SMSU because it had anexceptional education program.
I quickly found that theprofessors and students mademe feel welcome. I felt like I
belonged here right away. Thewide variety of activities
and clubs offered made it easy to get involved and create new friendships.
What are your plans aftergraduation?
My plans following graduation will be to
find a teaching position in a small community.
Name:
JORDON KONTZLismore, MNSport:BASEBALLMajor/Degree Program:Marketing MajorWhat are your plans aftergraduation?My plans after graduation are a little bit unknown right now. I am searching for a job,hopefully, I will have one soon!
Name:
ALEJANDROSANCHEZ
Plano, TXSport:
CROSS COUNTRYTRACK & FIELD
Major/Degree Program:Political Science
& Exercise Science Major
Why did you choose SMSU?I felt like this would be a great
environment academically and athletically for me to excel in.Coach Wolf genuinely cares and
wants me to reach my goals!What are your plans after
graduation?I would like to coach and run at a
professional level.
Name:
ABBEY THISSENClara City, MNSport:VOLLEYBALLMajor/Degree Program:Elementary EducationWhy did you choose SMSU?I chose SMSU because of thesmall town feel. I also love thefriendly atmosphere at theUniversity, as well as, thecommunity and the greatsupport of the volleyballprogram.What are your plans aftergraduation?My plans following graduationare to find a job as a teacher.
STUDENTSPOTLIGHT
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MARKETINGOPPORTUNITIES
THE LATE SHOW This annual event offers a chance for students and the community tomeet and greet the Southwest men’s, women’s, and wheelchairbasketball teams. The event gets the fans ready for the basketballseason, introducing the teams in an exciting late-night activity. Apremium item must be provided by your company.
STANGER CLUBOur Stanger Club is growing larger each year, and sponsoring thisgroup is a great way to get involved with Southwest Athletics andthe community. Your company gains logo exposure on variousStanger Club items.
MUSTANG MANIACSAs the official student cheering section at football and basketball,your company's name and logo would be linked to Southwest’samazing atmosphere, which makes the college experience thatmuch better!
PREMIUM ITEM OPPORTUNITIESFans like free stuff and we provide a lot of it! Logo exposures on thebacks of t-shirts and on cups are a way to get your business noticed.
n Toss Out T-shirtsn Cups
CORPORATE OPPORTUNITIES
Advertising Opportunitiesn Schedule Postersn Schedule Cardsn Ticket Backsn Game Programs
Social Media Sponsorshipsn Twitter n Mustang Appn Facebook
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
Anchor $50,000n Contact Tim Steinbach at (507) 537-7204 for details
Founding $20,000n Contact Tim Steinbach at (507) 537-7204 for details
Premier $10,000n Contact Tim Steinbach at (507) 537-7204 for details
Gold $5,000n 10 season tickets package to Football, Volleyball, Basketball
& Wrestlingn 2 preferred parking passesn 2 PA announcements at Football, Basketball & Volleyball n Recognition in the R/A Facilityn Game Program recognitionn Choice of game-day sponsorship at Football, Volleyball
and/or Basketball; or two additional season ticket packages
Silver $2,500n 6 season tickets package to Football, Volleyball, Basketball
& Wrestlingn 1 preferred parking passn 1 PA announcement at Football, Basketball & Volleyballn Recognition in the R/A Facility n Game Program recognitionn For each additional $500, choice of game-day sponsorship at
Football, Volleyball and/or Basketball; or two additionalseason ticket packages
Bronze $1,500n 4 season tickets package to Football, Volleyball, Basketball
& Wrestlingn 1 PA announcement at Football & Volleyballn Recognition in the R/A Facility n Game Program recognition n For each additional $500, choice of game-day sponsorship at
Football, Volleyball and/or Basketball; or two additionalseason ticket packages
n Websiten Scoreboard Advertisingn Scorer’s Table Advertisingn R/A Signage
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TYLER TONDERUM - Award WinnerArmstrong, IA • Exercise Science/Sports Mgmt. MajorClass of 2015
DASH
AWN M
ILLER
Ana
heim
, CA •
Spo
rts Mgm
t. Major
Class of 2
014
Danica RequejoYucaipa, CA • Math MajorClass of 2016
MARKETINGOPPORTUNITIES
PRINT OPPORTUNITIES
Game Day Program Ads (Football & Basketball) Game day programs are one of the most popular and convenient
items offered to Mustang fans. Your advertising message will reach
thousands of Mustang fans of all ages. Below is a list of options for
game day programs.
n Full Page, Full Color
n Full Page, Black and White
n Half Page, Full Color
n Half Page, Black and White
n Quarter Page, Full Color
n Quarter Page, Black and White
n Back Cover, Full Color
n Back Inside Cover, Full Color
n Front Inside Cover, Full Color
Schedule PostersSchedule posters are found all over the Southwest campus, Marshall
businesses, and many other places in the Marshall area. We hand
deliver posters to local businesses. Below is the list of posters
available for logo exposure.
n Fall (Football, Soccer, Volleyball, Cross Country and Golf)
n Winter (Men’s & Women’s Basketball, Wheelchair
Basketball, Wrestling, Indoor Track & Field)
n Spring (Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Golf, Track & Field)
Wallet SchedulesPlace your logo on thousands of wallet schedules that are always in
demand by Mustang fans. Small enough to fit in your wallet, your
company logo will go everywhere the fan goes.
n Fall Sports
n Winter Sports
n Spring Sports
GAME SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESCreate greater awareness for your company and entertain clients
and employees by sponsoring a game. In addition to exclusive
exposure to our fan base, you'll receive tickets to the event, public
address announcements, the opportunity to hand out premium
items (provided by the business), logo exposure on the front of
game day programs, and venue signage. One of the best options we
offer, fans will leave knowing that your business was there!
n Football Games
n Basketball Doubleheaders
n Volleyball Matches
HALFTIME PROMOTION OPPORTUNITIESA great way to interact with your customers, we create fun and
exciting promotions that fit your company's needs.
n Football
n Volleyball
n Basketball
VENUE SIGNAGE OPPORTUNITIES
R/A Facilityn Basketball Standards
n Underside of the center-hung scoreboard
n A-Frame banners are lined around the court and are seen
by all who enter the facility
Schwan Regional Event Centern A-Frame banners are lined around the field and are seen
by all who enter the stadium
n First Down Sponsor During Mustang Football Games
n Field Goal Sponsor During Mustang Football Games
n Extra Point Sponsor During Mustang Football Games
n Half-Time Sponsor During Mustang Football Games
Alumni Field (Baseball) & Mustang Field (Softball)Placed in the outfield, your company's banner is guaranteed to be
noticed by fans watching the game.
n Full Color Fence Banner
EMILEE G
UTZ
MER
Award Winne
rBiology/Che
mistry Major
Jordan
, MN
Class of 2
016
MIRANDA CADEN
A - A
ward W
innerHighland, C
A •
Undecided M
ajorClass of 2016
JJ BOBROWICZAward Winner Crystal Lake, IL • Finance MajorClass of 2014
BELIEVE IN BROWN
BRANDON PUFFER
-Award Winne
rJustice Adm
inistration Major
Buffalo, M
N • Class of 2
014
ANDREW
MCREY
NOLD
SAward W
innerPhysical Ed./Exercise Science M
ajorAurora, C
O / C
lass of 2016KYLE B
EGIN
Award W
innerCom
puter Science Major
Anoka, M
N
Class of 2016
CHARLIE KER
N - Award Winne
rBelle Plaine, M
N •
Ex. Scien
ce/Spo
rts Mgm
t. Major
Class of 2
015
METHODSOF GIVINGJoining the Mustang Booster Club is easy and convenient. Just
choose the option that works best for you.
ONLINE DONATIONJust go to the SMSU Foundation site at www.smsufoundation.org
CHECKPlease make check payable to “SMSU Foundation” and mail alongwith the attached membership form to:
Southwest Minnesota State AthleticsMustang Booster Club1501 State StreetMarshall, MN 56258
NICK SMITH - Award Winne
rJohn
ston
, IA
Sports M
anagem
ent/F
inan
ce M
ajor
Class of 2
014
CREDIT CARDWe accept VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.You can call (507) 537-7204 or just fill out your credit card informationon the attached Mustang Booster Club membership form and mail to theabove address.
CASHYou are always welcome to bring your donation by in person to theabove address.
MONTHLY BANK TRANSFERYou can join the Mustang Booster Club by dividing your total gift intosmaller, automatic payments from your bank account or paycheck.
• Electronic Fund Transfer - please call 507-537-6265• University payroll deduction (SMSU employees only)
- please call 507-537-6265 for this giving option
MATCHING GIFTSDouble your support by encouraging your employer to make a matchinggift. To see if your employer will match your Mustang Booster ClubMembership, contact your company’s Human Resource Department.
Donations to the Mustang Booster Club may be subject to benefits(contact the SMSU Foundation). These benefits reduce the tax deductibleportion of your donation. If you are declining benefits – any benefits –you must state so in writing at the time you make your donation to theMustang Booster Club.
GIFTS-IN-KINDNeeded goods or services can reduce expenses of the SMSUDepartment of Athletics, while offering the donor a tax deduction for thefair market value of the gift. Please call 507-537-7204 for this givingoption.
UNRESTRICTED GIFTSBooster Club Membership
RESTRICTED GIFTSDonation to a specific sport
ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS• Gifts totaling a minimum of $10,000 are required to establish an
endowed scholarship fund.• Scholarships are awarded from the endowment in accordance with
the spending policy adopted by the Foundation. (Currently 5% of the three-year average market value of the endowed fund.)
• Gifts totaling less than $10,000 may be classified as a limited term endowment. Additional contributions will be applied to the corpus until the fund reaches the $10,000 minimum endowment level. No awards are made from limited endowment fund until the balance reaches a minimum of $10,000.
• An endowed scholarship may be named and the criteria may be established by the donor.
• A Scholarship Account Contract will be signed that details the scholarship criteria agreed upon between the Foundation and the Donor.
• All gifts to an endowment shall be irrevocable, unless otherwise approved by the Foundation Board of Directors.
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Mike Wen
k - A
ward Winne
rHartfo
rd, S
D •
Biology M
ajor
Class of 2
015
Don
ovan
Woo
ds - Award Winne
rBelleville
, WI • P
oli. Scienc
e/Mgm
t. Major
Class of 2
016
CLAIRE SAMESAward Winner Shakopee, MNBiology/Chemistry MajorClass of 2016
BRIENNA D
EHKES
Elk River, M
N •
Marketin
g Major
Class of 2
017
CODY CONDONAward WinnerEast Troy, WI • Exercise Science MajorClass of 2014
Program Recognition
Access to Socials
Mustang Update
Mustang Window Decal
Football Season Tickets - $50
Volleyball Season Tickets - $55
Benefit Dollars Allowed
Additional Benefits Purchased (out of your pocket)
Total Benefit Dollars Chosen
Winter Season Tickets - $110
Preferred Parking - $50 per pass
R/A Chairbacks Upgrade - $50 per seat
REC Chairbacks Upgrade - $20 per seat
Senior Citizen / Student Fall Season Tickets - $70 (both)Football only - $35; Volleyball only - $35 62 & older
62 & olderSenior Citizen / Student Winter Season Tickets - $85
Stanger Club (2 for the price of 1 – $45)
Autograph Ball or Helmet from team of choice
Autographed & Framed SMSU Team Jersey of Choice
Director
s$5
,000
Coac
hes
$2,500
Varsity
$1,500
Stam
pede
$1,250
Pride
$900
Brow
n & G
old
$500
Ride
r$3
00
Hor
sesh
oe$150
Youn
g Stan
ger*
$50
Director
s$5
,000
Co
ache
s$2
,500
Varsity
$1,500
Stam
pede
$1,250
Pride
$900
Brow
n & G
old
$500
Ride
r$3
00
Hor
sesh
oe$150
Youn
g Stan
ger*
$50
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ANNUALBOOSTER CLUBBENEFITS
JOIN THE STANGER CLUB!! AGES 18 & UNDER
Spending Benefit Dollars Worksheet
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These benefits listed above are received automatically as designated within each category. If you have any questions or formore information, please contact Tim Steinbach at [email protected].
Dollars to Spend - on Season Tickets
Hoofprint Dollars - dollars to spend on apparel/novelty items
$1,500 $750 $450 $375 $270 $150 $90 $45
$500 $250 $150 $125 $90 $50 $30 $15
$1,500 $750 $450 $375 $270 $150 $90 $45
Use this grid as a worksheet based on your sponsorship level and transferyour totals to the perforated panel at the back of this publication.
• Free admission to all SMSU Athletic events
• Chance to win a team-autographed men’s or women’s basketball
presented at half-time of a Mustang Basketball Game.
• GAME DAY EXPERIENCE – New this year, choose your favorite sport
and experience either a pre-game or post-game with the team. One
experience per child.
• Cost = $45.00
• Newsletters
• An age appropriate gift
• Membership Card
• Name on Website
• Birthday Card
sponsored by:
*Young Stanger = New SMSU Grads up to 3 years
Mustang Booster Club Levels
______ $50 Young Stanger (New Grads up to 3 years)
______ $150 Horseshoe
______ $300 Rider
______ $500 Brown & Gold
______ $900 Pride
FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONSWhy should I support SMSU athletics?
The athletic programs at Southwest Minnesota State benefit theentire university and, in turn, our surrounding communities.Whether in NSIC or NCAA competition, Mustang athletesdemonstrate the SMSU commitment to high quality in bothacademics and athletics. The outstanding young women andmen who participate each season for the Mustangs are buildingimportant physical and leadership skills while gaining a superioruniversity education. The Mustangs are working to be the prideof southwestern Minnesota.
Who can join the Mustang Booster Club?All supporters of Mustang Athletics are encouraged to join theMustang Booster Club. You do not have to be an alumnus ofSMSU or a former student-athlete to join.
What is the difference between a restricted gift and anunrestricted gift?
An unrestricted annual gift supports all 17 varsity sports andhelps offset non-budgeted expenses throughout the course of theyear. A restricted contribution is made to a sport specific fund, a capital project or an endowment.
Is my contribution to the Mustang Booster Club taxdeductible?
Yes, it may be tax deductible in full or in part. You will receive agift receipt from the SMSU Foundation for tax purposes.
Where do I go for help?Contact the SMSU Athletic Development Office at(507) 537-7204 or mail your information to:
Mustang Booster ClubSMSU AthleticsAttn: Tim Steinbach1501 State St.Marshall, MN 56258
MEMBERSHIP LEVELSAND TICKET INFORMATION
General Admission Season Tickets(Transfer from worksheet)
Football Season Tickets - $50 _______ $_______
Volleyball Season Tickets - $55 _______ $_______
Winter Season Tickets - $110 _______ $_______
Preferred Parking - $50 per pass _______ $_______
R/A Chairback Upgrade - $50 per seat _______ $_______
REC Chairback Upgrade - $20 per seat _______ $_______
Sr. Citizen*/Student Fall Season Tickets
Football - $30 _______ $_______
Volleyball - $35 _______ $_______
Sr. Citizen* / Student Winter Season Tickets - $85 _______ $_______ *The age for senior citizen is 62+
TOTALSBooster Club Membership $______________
Additional Dollars Purchased $______________
Stanger Club
(#____ x $45) $______________
GRAND TOTAL $______________
Tax Information• If you choose to accept your benefit dollars and apparel resulting
from your donation, 60% of your donation is tax deductible.
• If you choose to only accept benefit dollars and decline apparel aspart of your donation, 70% of your donation is tax deductible.
• If you choose to only accept apparel and decline benefit dollars aspart of your donation, 90% of your donation is tax deductible.
• If you choose to decline benefit dollars and apparel, 100% of yourdonation is tax deductible.
______ $1,250 Stampede
______ $1,500 Varsity
______ $2,500 Coaches
______ $5,000 Directors
COLE
WILSO
N - Award Winne
r Fariba
ult, MN
Physical Edu
catio
n Major
Class of 2
015
After reviewing your package, you can decide that you don’t wantadditional tickets or benefits. Since you will not use all of theassigned Benefit Dollars, you could apply those funds to the taxdeductible portion of your donation. You would not beallowed to transfer the remaining $50 to another BoosterClub Member or use it to redeem additional apparel.
The additional benefit of Hoofprint Dollars can be used to redeemapparel online. As a Stampede Level member, you would beentitled to use 125 Hoofprint Dollars to spend on MustangApparel/Novelty items. If you choose not to use all 125Hoofprint Dollars, your tax deductible donation would increase bythe unused amount.
You would not be allowed to transfer the unused balanceto another Booster Club Member or use it to secure ticketpackages, preferred parking passes or chairback upgrades.
Additional Information
MUSTANGHEAD COACHESBASEBALLPaul Blanchard
MEN’S BASKETBALLBrad Bigler
WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALLDerek Klinkner
WOMEN’S BASKETBALLAllison Kruger
CROSS COUNTRY / TRACKNate Wolf
FOOTBALLCory Sauter
GOLFRoss Webskowski
SOCCERT.J. Buchholz
SOFTBALLJamie Dunn
TENNISCharlie Kost
VOLLEYBALLTerry Culhane
WRESTLINGJesse Nelson
MUSTANG BOOSTER CLUBEXECUTIVE BOARD 2014-15
Brian Brandt, PresidentErica Bly
Todd DirckxJacob Fahl
Brian GruhotShelli Hawkinson
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name____________________________________________________(as listed in program)
Stanger Club name(s) & birthdate(s) __________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________
City _____________________________________________________
State ________________________________ Zip_________________
Phone ___________________________________________________
Email(s) __________________________________________________
q I would like to opt out of the ticket benefits.
q I would like to opt out of the apparel benefits.
PAYMENT OPTIONSq Check Enclosed
(Payable to: Mustang Booster Club)
q Monthly Bank Transfer(call 537-6256 for details)
q Pledge $__________________Bill me on: _____/_____/_____
q Charge my Credit Card: qVisa q Mastercard q AMEX q Discover
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Expiration Date:_________________________________________
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR GIFT!Matching Gift Plan:
q This gift will be matched by my employer.
Company Name: ________________________________________Please check your employer’s matching gift requirements since somecompanies do not match gifts to athletics.
SMSU Payroll Deduction:
q I authorize my employer, SMSU, to deduct from my earnings mycontribution to become a member of the Mustang Booster Club.Salary deduction will begin during the 2014-2015 school year.
Signature: ______________________________________________
Date: __________________________________________________
Nick LanglandTim Steinbach, Executive Director
Mike StruveBill Toulouse
Karen VanKeulenAaron Ziemer
MUSTANG BOOSTER CLUBMEMBERSHIP FORM
2014-15 SPECIAL EVENT SCHEDULE
June 20 David & Carol Drown SMSU Golf Classic
August 4 Farmer’s Open
August 15-16 8th Annual SMSU Smokefest /Booster Club Kickoff Picnic
September 6 Mustang Shootout
September 27 8th Annual Ag Bowl
Ag Bowl Scholarship Challenge
October 11 SMSU Homecoming
January 31 Hawaiian Night
February 6 Gold Rush Raffle
February 21 WBCA Pink Zone
April 24 Mustang Stampede
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