Evanston Football Alumni,
Save the date of September 6, 2008. This will be Evanston's opening game at the NEW Lazier Field and a perfect time to get together for OUR BBQ/fundraiser after the game.
All proceeds from this BBQ will be a direct donation to the Football program. It seems as the program has struggled in recent years, a sense of pride is lacking. Meeting with Evanston's AD, Chris Livatino, money from this BBQ could be used toward reinstalling a sense of excellence. For example, Mr. Livatino pointed to other programs that provide every varsity football player a carved wood sign that lists his name and number. The sign can be placed in the player's front yard or window. Another idea is to create a large plaque in the weight room that lists every Evanston football team that made it to the playoffs. The gist is -- show the kids of today the proud tradition that is Evanston football.
Currently, there isn't any money in the budget to allow the ideas above to come to life. TOGETHER we can change that. Your support can fund the ideas above and help rebuild pride back into a football program we were so proud to play for.
This BBQ can also help with The Lazier Field project. This summer the football field is being updated with a state-of-the-art surface.
THE FOOTBALL ALUMNI BBQ IS IN THE BEGINNING STAGES. YOUR HELP IS NEEDED. Please pass this email along. We also need people TO help with the organization of the BBQ.
Please pass this message along to teammates. We need to grow the list. Currently we're at 123...
Please let me know your thoughts.
