General 3/13/2019 2:14:00 PM

DBU Athletics Launches Patriot Athletic Fund

DBU Athletics is pleased to announce the Patriot Athletic Fund, an annual donor support membership program for Patriot Athletics.

The purpose of the Patriot Athletic Fund is to advance the mission of Christ-centered, championship athletics at DBU, as well as the student-athlete experience for more than 300 student-athletes. Through giving towards endowed scholarship funds, facility enhancements and projects, season tickets, and other Athletics events, Patriot Athletic Fund members can join DBU Athletics in our vision to be a great Christian University and athletics department that is pleasing to God.

"We are thrilled to launch this new booster program for Patriot Athletics as it will provide our alumni, fans, and supporters with new opportunities to advance our mission and support our student-athletes," shared Connor Smith, Director of Athletics. "As we strive to develop Champions for Christ athletically, academically, and spiritually, Patriot Athletic Fund membership will allow for enhanced opportunities to accomplish each of these respective goals for our department."

Annual support through the Patriot Athletic Fund at one of the available giving levels will make a difference in the lives of DBU student-athletes and our sport programs. Additionally, supporters will have convenient monthly and quarterly giving options for each Patriot Athletic Fund level. As the DBU Baseball Dugout Club is a function of the Patriot Athletic Fund, this new booster initiative will not affect Dugout Club membership at this time.

For questions regarding the Patriot Athletic Fund and annual membership, please click here.

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Quotes from members of the Patriot Athletics Family:

Michelle Lenard, Head Women's Soccer Coach
"One of the many reasons that DBU is so special is that we are invested in developing the whole person and not just the athlete. Our coaches, administration, faculty and staff show on a daily basis a genuine care for the heart of the student. As we challenge our student-athletes to strive to be the best they can be on the field of competition and in the classroom we know that our role in their life is more about helping them to become future leaders, mothers, fathers, and members of society who can walk through this world with integrity and character. I am always proud to be a part of something with such eternal significance."

Kenny Trapp, Head Golf Coach
Your investment through the Patriot Athletic Fund will have a direct impact for our program as we strive to develop life-long relationships and create transformational experiences for our players. Our commitment is to help develop our kids both on and off the course and your support will allow us to reach our full potential as a program.

Dr. Blake Flickner, Head Men's Basketball Coach
"DBU is a unique combination of excellence in academic studies, athletic competition, and Christian discipleship. There is a commitment to excellence across the board that reveals an ongoing effort to constantly improve. The investment into the lives of our student-athletes both on and off the court is for eternity, and that is the real distinguishing mark of what makes DBU so special."

Cathy Ray Kokel, Head Volleyball Coach, Senior Woman Administrator
"The people I have come to know and relationships I have built here have changed my life for the better and helped me grow closer to the Lord. I see the difference DBU is making in students' lives year after year and I get to travel to different campus and see how DBU sets itself apart as a truly Christ-Centered university and I am filled with pride for my alma mater, place of business and home away from home."

Jacob Phillips, Head Cross Country and Track & Field Coach
"I love the culture that's been cultivated here at DBU; a culture of hard work and family. It's a body of believers working together to grow in all areas; really working hard to use and multiply the gifts that we've been given. I can't wait to see what might be coming next and grateful for your consideration to support our program through the Patriot Athletic Fund."

Dan Heefner, Head Baseball Coach
"Our goal as a program is to develop our student-athletes on the field, in the classroom, and in their spiritual life. Your support of our program allows us to get the tools we need to develop our players more efficiently in these three areas. God has entrusted us with a tremendous group of young men and our program would not be where it is today without your support. Thank you for partnering with us."

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