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Bobcat Club | 2014 – 2015

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Thank you for your support.Bobcat Faithful,

Our university is on the rise. Enrollment continues to climb and now ranks 5th in the state of Texas and 33rd in the nation. Bobcat Athletics continues its march toward a promising future, solidifying its place as a competitive member of the Sun Belt Conference and of NCAA Division I.

Make no mistake, the rapid expansion of our campus and athletics department is due to your generous support. Donors are the lifeline of our program, which is the most visible representation of our university’s growth.

The Bobcat Club’s sole mission is to pave the way for our student-athletes to succeed. When you choose to donate, you are choosing to quite literally change the lives of our 415 student-athletes. You’ve seen the physical growth and expansion of our department. Your gift also helps grow our student-athletes into men and women who will succeed long after their time at Texas State.

Consider the impact you can make. Join the Bobcat Club today. Pave the Way for our student-athletes, and help Texas State continue its monumental rise to the top.

Eat ‘em Up!

Dr. Larry Teis Director of Athletics

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Bobcat Club | 2014 – 2015

Our MissionThe Bobcat Club is the principal fundraising arm of the Texas State Intercollegiate Athletics Department. The Bobcat Club provides a way for supporters to help talented Texas State student-athletes receive a top-tier education while pursuing their goals both on and off the field of competition. All donations to the Bobcat Club go directly toward the student-athlete scholarship fund.

While its primary purpose is providing scholarship support for more than 400 student-athletes, the Bobcat Club also focuses on raising money for facility upgrades through priority seating, donor events, the annual fund campaign, major gifts and high-impact projects that directly benefit our student-athletes.

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2014 – 2015Bobcat Club |

Giving back to Texas State Athletics is more than just a donation, it is truly a transformational gift.

MAKE A GIFT.

MAKE AN IMPACT.

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Your gift lays the foundation for a brighter future for our 415 student-athletes. By becoming a member of the Bobcat Club, you impact our student-athletes on the field, in the classroom and long after their time at Texas State.

Pave the Way. Do your part to ensure that Texas State Athletics remains competitive and that graduates of our sports programs go on to achieve great things as a result of your generous gift to their scholarship fund.

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For Academic Excellence

It starts with the athletes’ performance in the classroom.With the help of the Bobcat Club, Texas State student-athletes produce impressive achievements in the classroom.

» The Texas State NCAA student-athlete graduation rate is 69 percent, compared to 55 percent for the general student population.

» The average cumulative GPA for Texas State student-athletes was 2.81 at the end of spring 2013 compared to 2.75 for the general student population.

» 41 student-athletes earned perfect 4.0 GPAs and 225 earned 3.0 or better.

» In 2013, 63 student-athletes earned their diplomas and graduated from Texas State University.

NCAA Academic Progress Report

The Academic Progress Rate (APR) is a measure of eligibility and retention for Division I student-athletes as used by the NCAA.

During the 2011 – 2012 Academic Year*:

» Eight of the 16 Texas State varsity teams earned a perfect score of 1000.

» Two of the 16 Texas State varsity teams earned a perfect multi-year score of 1000 (over 4 consecutive years).

» The department-wide average was 985.

*Most recent data available as of 4/28/14

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The Cost of a ScholarshipThe Bobcat Club is responsible for providing the financial resources for 415 student-athlete scholarships. The chart below provides a cost breakdown for a full scholarship for in-state and out-of-state student-athletes.

It is integral for the success of Texas State Athletics that our support continues to increase to address the growing cost of a scholarship.

Cost of Attendance

In-StateCost

Out-of-StateCost

Tuition and Fees $7,480 $14,720

Books and Supplies $810 $810

Room and Board $7,940 $7,940

Transportation $1,310 $1,310

Personal and Misc. $1,700 $1,700

Total $19,240 $26,480

*2014 – 2015 average cost of attendance (Based on 12 hours per each fall and spring semester)

GAME JERSEY$100.00

SHOULDER PADS$390.00

THIGH PADS$40.00

GAME PANTS$80.00

HELMET$300.00

The cost of equipment to ensure our players

optimal performance and safety continues to rise.

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For Lives to be Changed

Make an impact in the lives of our student-athletes.

Danielle Candelaria | TRACK & FIELD

EVENT » Jumps CLASS » Senior

MAJOR » Marketing HOMETOWN » Irving, Texas

“Being a student-athlete for Texas State has granted me amazing opportunities and allowed me to further my future in ways I never imagined. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of something so much bigger than myself and giving me this stage to succeed not only as an athlete, but as a young woman as well.”

415 STUDENT-ATHLETES

COMPETING AND LEARNING

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Cody Lovejoy | BASEBALL Damani Alexcee | FOOTBALL

POSITION » Outfield CLASS » Junior

MAJOR » Electrical Engineering HOMETOWN » Lorena, Texas

“Being a student-athlete at Texas State has been a life- changing experience for me. I have been blessed with the opportunity to represent this university on the baseball field and in the classroom, and your support has helped to make my time here that much more incredible. I say thank you for your contribution and ask that you continue to support our student-athletes so that others can have the same great experience that I have had.”

POSITION » Safety CLASS » Sophomore

MAJOR » Business HOMETOWN » League City, Texas

“Playing football for Texas State has been an incredible experience, and gaining an education from this university is something that will stay with me forever. Thank you for helping to make me successful as an athlete and as a young man.”

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For Competitive Success

We value our results on the field, and we want to achieve a high level of success in the Sun Belt and on the national stage. OUTDOOR TRACK & FIELD

ChampionsWESTERN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE

2013 MEN’S & WOMEN’S

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FOOTBALL

IN NCAA HISTORY to earn bowl eligibility after becoming FBS

2nd Fastest TeamVOLLEYBALL

SUN BELT CONFERENCE2013

Champions

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For Improved Facilities

In order to recruit the best student-athletes, we must have the best facilities.

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High Impact Projects CompletedWe have completed $69 million in new construction since 2009.

» Bobcat Stadium North Side Complexhouses the Linda Gregg Fields Strutters Gallery, the Mark and Linda Smith Ticket Office, the Allen Wiley Track and Field Offices and a weight room for the track and field and cross country programs

» Pavilionused on game days for pre-game Bobcat Club events, halftime

“T” Association events and special events throughout the year

» Jerry D. and Linda Gregg Fields Bobcat Stadium West Side Complex

» Track and Field Stadium

» Bobcat Ballpark

» Bobcat Softball Stadium

» Jim and Carol West Golf Practice Facility at Plum Creek

Continued GrowthYour support will help fund the continued growth and improvement of our athletic facilities, such as these shovel-ready projects:

» Baseball and Softball Training Center — $8,600,000

» Locker room renovation for football program — $750,000

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For Increased Support

Donor support has grown 400% in the last five years, but even more aggressive goals are in our future.

Pave the Way Goals for 2014 –15

» $1,200,000 in scholarship support

» 1,500 active members

» retain 80% of membership base

“Our program is in the midst of a rapid ascent to the upper echelon of college athletics. Join us in that ascent. Donate to the Bobcat Club and help Pave the Way for new levels of success and pride.”

Dennis FranchioneHead Football Coach

TREMENDOUS GROWTH

AGGRESSIVE GOALS

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Bobcat Support Trends

Bobcat Club members contributed over $1 million in support of student-athlete scholarships during the 2013 – 14 fiscal year, a new record for the department.

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For a Higher Profile

Scholarship costs are the highest expense the athletics department faces annually. In order to compete with our rival institutions, we must increase our donor base. Scholarship support is critical for our continued success.

*Based on grant-in-aid amounts (full scholarships) for the 2013 – 14 academic year.

STUDENT-ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIP COST AT TEXAS STATEIn Millions

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The Cost of ExcellenceAcross the country, the academic and athletic success of student-athletes is directly tied to the number of donors supporting a university’s athletic department. This is how the Bobcat Club compares to conference peers and other regional and national programs we’ve been compared to or have competed against.

2013–2014 COMPARISON OF ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS RAISEDIn Millions

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To Reap the Benefits

Donating to the Bobcat Club supports our student-athletes. In appreciation, every membership comes with exclusive benefits.

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Tax-Deductible Contribution • • • • • • • • • • •E-mail Updates • • • • • • • • • • •Car Decal • • • • • • • • • • •Invitations to Social Events • • • • • • • • • • •Football Game Program Recognition • • • • • • • • • • •Prime Seating Opportunity1 • • • • • • • • • • •Season Ticket Discounts • • • • • • • • • • •Quarterly E-magazine • • • • • • • • • • •Football Parking2 Lot 4 Lot 3 Lot 3 Lot 2 Lot 2 Lot 2 (R) Lot 2 (R) Lot 2 (R) Lot 2 (R) Lot 2 (R)

Football Pregame Reception Tickets 2 2 4 6 6 6 6 6 6

Donor Appreciation Gift • • • • • • • • •Maroon and Gold Room Halftime Reception Access Card • • • • • • • • •Two Private, Pregame Donor Receptions (Basketball & Baseball) • • • • • • • •Basketball Parking • • • • • • •All Access Streaming Video Subscription • • • • • •Invitation for Two to Athletic Director Suite at Football Game • • • • •Travel with a Selected Sports Program to an Away Game3, 4 • • • • •Two Sideline Passes for 1 Texas State Home Football Game • • • •Dinner with the Athletic Director • • • •Endowed Scholarship in Family Name • •

1. See page 23 for Bobcat Club Prime Seating Sections. | 2. See page 22 for Bobcat Club Donor Parking. | 3. Travel is at the discretion of the Director of Athletics. | 4. Cash gift only.(R) = Reserved

Bobcat Club Benefits

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For Increased Involvement

We can’t do this alone. We are grateful to our network of alumni and fan volunteers across Texas who lend support.The Bobcat Club Leadership Council is a group of dedicated Bobcat Club donors who help spread the message of supporting Texas State Athletics. The council serves as a peer-to-peer fundraising group whose goal is to reach out to family, friends, fellow alumni and fans during the annual fund drive. Council members also assist in other fundraising activities, including Bobcat Bonanza. The Leadership Council is led by council co-chairs and members across the state working within geographical regions.

Bobcat Club Leadership Council Co-chairs James Scott and Mark Dorsey

Jordan D. Berry | Austin Ernie Dominguez | AustinMark Dorsey | Austin Taylor Kloss | AustinJames Scott | AustinDenney James | Cedar ParkJustin Shaffer | Cedar ParkMichael White | Cedar ParkMatt Edgar | CypressJustin Gamble | DallasTom Crawford | GeorgetownPamela Dickie | HollandAshley Dedear | HoustonJosh Flowers | HoustonRob Karisch | HoustonShayne Stinson | HoustonBlair Hartley | Kyle

Raymond Rayos | LockhartChris Bowman | Missouri CityBob Strauss | New BraunfelsJim Johnson | PflugervilleChris Garcia | PlanoClayton Bynum | San AntonioRebekah Bynum | San AntonioJosh Langhorst | San AntonioCasey Loerwald | San AntonioRuben Ortega | San AntonioRoger Boyd | San MarcosDavid Howard | San MarcosMonica McNabb | San MarcosNan Patton | San MarcosMatt Russell | San MarcosJason Tarr | San MarcosMichael Muhs | Spring

BOBCAT CLUB LEADERSHIP COUNCIL MEMBERS

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1 Priority PointsEarn points for donations, season tickets and consecutive years of involvement with our program through our Priority Points System. Priority Points are used as a way to award priority seating, Champions Club seats and Legacy Suites as well as future bowl game appearances. For more details, visit bit.ly/PriorityPoints.

3 Student Bobcat ClubCurrent Texas State students get a unique benefit when joining the Student Bobcat Club. As a member, they start accumulating Priority Points earlier than any other fans. This unique deal stays in effect throughout a student’s entire career at the university. For more details, visit bit.ly/StudentBobcatClub.

5 Bobcat Kids ClubKids are among our most valued Bobcat fans. Teach your little ones Bobcat spirit and loyalty through the Bobcat Kids Club. The Bobcat Kids Club offers a lot of fun benefits and activities. With membership, kids get into every athletic event for free. For more details, visit bit.ly/BobcatKidsClub.

4 Young Alumni ProgramThe Bobcat Club supports new Texas State grads. Upon graduation, new alumni get discounts on season tickets, parking passes and a Bobcat Club membership that lasts for five years. Join for as little as $50 and get all the benefits of a $200 donor. For more details, visit bit.ly/YoungAlumniProgram.

2 Next Level ChallengeHelp us provide the best resources possible. Are you a current donor? We encourage you to take your donation to the next level! Maroon level donor? Make the jump to Bronze. Silver level donor? Try the benefits of the Gold level membership. Not only will you receive all the additional perks of your increased membership level, but we will award you one priority point for each level that you jump. View our donor benefits: bit.ly/BobcatClubBenefits.

TO MAXIMIZE YOUR DONATION AND GET OTHERS INVOLVED

Five Unique Programs

Aquarena Springs Drive

Robbie Lane

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Bobcat Club Donor Parking

LocationBobcat Club Gift Level

Lot 1 Suite Holders

Lot 2 $1,000 plus

Lot 3 $500 – $999

Lot 4 $200 – $499

RV Reserved $1,000 plus

WSL Reserved $5,000 plus

» A limited number of RV reserved spaces will be available and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

» West Side Lot (WSL) reserved parking includes a designated parking spot with name plate.

» For all Bobcat Club donor parking rules, regulations and policies, please refer to www.txstatebobcatclub.com.

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Aquarena Springs Drive

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For a Great Gameday Experience

Enjoy the game in style with premium parking and seating areas reserved exclusively for donors.

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Bobcat Club Prime SeatingThe stadium map outlines the sections on the west side of Bobcat Stadium where a per-seat donation to the Bobcat Club is required to purchase a season ticket. Before you can purchase a season ticket in the Prime Seating area, you must first meet the minimum Bobcat Club contribution.

Section RowPer Seat Donation

103 23 – 25 $350

103 11 – 22 $200

103 1 – 10 $100

102 23 – 25 $300

102 1 – 22 $100

104 23 – 25 $300

104 1 – 22 $100

203 1 – 5 $200

Season ticket price in the Prime Seating area

$130

BOBCAT CLUB SEATING

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For Future Success

Will you join? It’s easier than ever.

www.facebook.com/bobcatclub @txstbobcatclub

The Bobcat Club accepts checks, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Payments can be made all at once or spread throughout the year via automatic checking account withdrawals or automatic credit card payments. Contact the Bobcat Club office to set up payments. If you make a pledge and choose to send payments on your own schedule, half of the payment must be received by August 1, 2014, for you to receive your Bobcat Club benefits.

Visit www.txstatebobcatclub.com and click on the box in the upper right corner that says “Give Today!” From there, you will be able to join the Bobcat Club or renew your membership. You will also be able to purchase season tickets and update your contact information, making it quick and easy to stay involved with Bobcat Athletics.

Return your completed form to:Texas State University Department of AthleticsDarren B. Casey Athletic Administration Complex601 University DriveSan Marcos, TX 78666

512.245.2114bobcatclub@txstate.edu

www.txstatebobcatclub.com

REGISTER ONLINE

REGISTER BY MAIL

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Credit Card # __________________________________ Exp. Date ___________________

Signature ___________________________________________________________________

Check (Checks should be made payable to Texas State University.)

Paid in Full Bill Me (Half-payment is due August 1, 2014, to receive benefits.)

Automatic Monthly Payment Amount: $ _______________________ (Include a voided check to set up EFT payments.)

I decline all benefits, including ticket and parking benefits, and wish for my gift to be 100-percent tax-deductible.

Payment Options

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Contact Information

Name ______________________________________ Texas State Class Year _________

Address _____________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________ State ____ZIP ______________________

E-mail _______________________________________________________________________

Phone # (_____) _____________________________

Spouse _____________________________________ Texas State Class Year _________

Name to Appear in Program ________________________________________________

Donor Fund Drive Reference ________________________________________________

I’d like to make a gift of $___________. Yes, I have given 110% or more of last year’s Bobcat Club gift.

www.txstatebobcatclub.com

GIVING LEVELS Associate $100–$199

Maroon $200–$499

Bronze $500–$749

Silver $750–$999

Gold $1,000–$2,499

Diamond $2,500–$4,999

Platinum $5,000–$9,999

All-Conference $10,000–$24,999

All–American $25,000–$49,999

Champion $50,000–$99,999

Hall of Fame $100,000 and Up

BOBCAT CLUB MEMBER WHO REFERRED YOU:

Bobcat Club 2014 – 2015

PLEDGE CARD

THE TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM BOARD OF REGENTSDonna N. Williams, Chairman, Arlington | Ron Mitchell,Vice Chairman, Horseshoe Bay Charlie Amato, San Antonio | Dr. Jaime R. Garza, San Antonio | Kevin J. Lilly, Houston David Montagne, Beaumont | Vernon Reaser III, Bellaire | Rossanna Salazar, Austin William F. Scott, Nederland | Matthew Russell, Student Regent, San Marcos Dr. Brian McCall, Chancellor

MAKE A GIFT.

MAKE AN IMPACT.

TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY | DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS Darren B. Casey Athletic Administration Complex

601 University Drive | San Marcos, TX 78666512.245.2114 | bobcatclub@txstate.edu

www.txstatebobcatclub.com

512.245.2114 | bobcatclub@txstate.edu

MAKE A GIFT.

MAKE AN IMPACT.