THE STATESMEN CLUB: WHERE CHAMPIONS PLAY · 1 Legends Society Membership in the Legends Society is reserved for donors who have accumulated $25,000 or more in giving to The Statesmen

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DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS

THE STATESMEN CLUB:WHERE CHAMPIONS PLAY




1 GREETINGS FROM DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS! As we prepare for a new year of Statesmen Athletics, our Athletic Department Staff is pleased to present to you our updated Statesmen Club brochure. We have invested much time, thought and discussion to bring to you a fresh opportunity to join together with us in maximizing support of our athletic programs. We have looked at every aspect of this program to provide our fan base the options to join at the level that best suits your means. We have expanded the membership levels and redesigned our benefits package to broaden the options available to you and hopefully meet your ability to give. We hope you will see our restructuring as a positive effort to put you in the starting lineup and allow you to be a part of our support team.

In addition to encouraging new members to join, I want to challenge renewals to increase your commitment to Delta State Athletics. Thoughtfully consider increasing your membership level to the next tier up or a 10% increase added to your previous year’s contribution. Just as our athletic teams cannot continue to be satisfied with last season’s results, neither can our support system. Success is dependent upon the financial loyalty we receive beyond our institutional budgets to allow us to “do the extras” that otherwise would not be possible. When you join with us, all our athletic teams will benefit.

In return for your support and membership in The Statesmen Club, we pledge our best effort to give our fan base a great game day experience. We want your family to enjoy Delta State Athletics and have convenience in areas of parking, seating, Delta State apparel, concessions and youth activities. Our desire is to have athletic teams you can be proud of. Our competitive spirit will be strong as we give our best efforts to pursue excellence and our highest levels of achievement in athletics and academics. We need you to be a supportive member of our Statesmen team!

Always a Statesman,

Mike Kinnison | Director of Athletics

OUR MISSIONThe mission of the Delta State University Department of Athletics is to advance the role of the University in its pursuit of excellence of providing the total educational experience for its students. The Athletics Department will produce competitive and entertaining athletic teams, by recruiting outstanding student-athletes, and maintaining quality coaches and staff.

The Athletics Department will prepare student-athletes to be productive members of society by molding their development socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically. This commitment will breed success for the student-athlete, the athletics department, and the institution. Delta State Athletics is committed to this mission.

MIKE KINNISONDirector of Athletics

MATT JONESSenior Associate Athletic Director

External Relations

BARKLEY FALKNERCoordinator of Operrations

DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY ATHLETICSChadwick-Dickson Fieldhouse228 McClain Ave. | DSU Box A3

Cleveland, MS 38733P: (662) 846-4300

www.GoStatesmen.com



1 A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCEDelta State University prides itself on a tradition of excellence, both in the classroom and on the field of competition. Our student-athletes are excellent scholars as well as competitors, and with the support of The Statesmen Club, that tradition will continue.

The Delta State University Statesmen and Lady Statesmen boast nine national champi-onships, 37 regional championships and 63 conference titles in their storied history. In over 90-years of competition, no other Mississippi university has enjoyed the level of success Delta State University has achieved on the field.

The Lady Statesmen have claimed six national titles in women’s basketball in the program’s illustrious history. Margaret Wade guided the Lady Statesmen to the first three-peat in women’s intercollegiate basketball in the mid-1970s. Lloyd Clark would pick up where Wade left off, guiding DSU to three NCAA Division II crowns from 1989-1992.

In 2004, Mike Kinnison, a former manager turned All-American shortstop turned States-men skipper, directed Delta State’s baseball program to its first NCAA Division II National Championship after coach Dave “Boo” Ferriss and coach Bill Marchant had paved the way.

The Statesmen football program reached the “higher ground” in 2000, as former coach Steve Campbell directed the program to the national title with a thumping of Bloomsberg at Braly Municipal Stadium in Florence, Ala.

Justin Whitaker in 2002 wrote his name forever in the collegiate record books with Delta State’s first ever swimming and diving individual national championship in the backstroke.

1 MISSISSIPPI’S NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS9 - Delta State University4 - University of Mississippi2 - University of Southern Mississippi1 - Mississippi University for Women1 - Belhaven University

1 SUCCESS OFF THE FIELDChampionships are not just claimed on the field, but they are earned in the classroom as well. In the history of the CoSIDA Academic All-American Program, Delta State University ranks tenth all-time in NCAA Division II in Academic All-American honors, with Statesmen baseball ranking fifth all-time with 30, regardless of division.

A founding member of the Gulf South Conference, the Statesmen and Lady Statesmen have also captured the highest honor bestowed by the league, The Commissioner’s Trophy, 13 times.

Since its creation in 2008, Delta State University student-athletes have captured three Elite 90 awards from the NCAA, including Micah Davis (FB | 2010), Melanie Tombers (SWD | 2017) and Kyle Weesner (SWD | 2019). The Elite 90 is presented to the top scholar-ath-lete at each of the NCAA’s 90 national championship events.



1 OUR GOALThe Statesmen Club has the obligation and the responsibility, in association with the Delta State Foundation, a legal nonprofit corporation, to use its resources in a responsible and effective manner to foster the mission of Delta State University Athletics. The mission of The Statesmen Club is to aid the Athletics Department in the form of student-athlete scholarships, funding for facility improvements, supplement funding to individual sports, and in many other ways necessary to have an outstanding athletics program.

1 WHY GIVE TO THE STATESMEN CLUB?Because State funding for Delta State Athletics is limited, The Statesmen Club is an integral factor in providing for the excellence of the program. Through donations of DSU supporters, The Statesmen Club is able to provide financial support for student-athletes participating in 13 varsity sports, as well as cheerleading.

Statesmen and Lady Statesmen supporters throughout the United States and the world show their pride in DSU athletics by being a part of The Statesmen Club. We welcome all DSU alumni and friends.

With seven distinct giving levels, The Statesmen Club offers an opportunity to make an immediate and real impact on our nearly 400 student-athletes, coaches and staff. Every dollar raised by The Statesmen Club directly effects our coaches, student-athletes and staff, as we strive to build champions of character on and off the field.

THE STATESMEN CLUB: PILLARS OF THE PROGRAM5 Expanding scholarship opportunities 5 Facility and locker room enhancements 5 Team and Staff leadership trainings and events 5 Championship awards and recognitions5 Travel and recruiting upgrades5 Expanding Student-Athlete services5 Staff professional development



WAYS TO GIVE TO DELTA STATE: 1 Cash/Check/Credit Card ContributionsGifts in the form of cash, check (made payable to Delta State Athletics or Delta State Foundation), or credit card may be made online by going to GoStatesmen.com or using the enclosed envelope.

1 Pledges & Payment PlansJoining The Statesmen Club has never been easier, as the Delta State University Foundation allows donors to pay out their pledge in monthly installments. Annual installments are available for pledges at certain amounts. Members making a monthly pledge by credit card or payroll deduction are eligible for benefits.

1 Matching GiftsMore than 1,000 companies participate in a matching gift program, which allows you the opportunity to double or pos-sibly triple your contribution to The Statesmen Club. If your company is a participant, please enclose your company’s matching gift form along with your gift. You will receive credit for the total contribution toward your membership level in The Statesmen Club.

1 Payroll DeductionsIf you are a Delta State University employee or you work for an employer that allows deductions, you can utilize payroll deduction for your membership in The Statesmen Club. Please contact your Human Resources office for more informa-tion ro to receive the appropriate form to begin monthly deductions.

1 Endowed GiftsAn endowment gift will help perpetuate the success of Delta State University Athletics for years to come! Each endowed gift provides annual income to help support the various needs, operating expenses and enhancements our sports programs require to stay competitive at the national level.

1 Planned GiftsExamples of the various planned-giving options a donor may choose in supporting The Statesmen Club include stocks, wills, bequests, life insurance policies, and charitable trusts.

1 Gifts-in-kindGifts-in-kind are any tangible goods the Department of Athletics can use during the course of the year that would normally be purchased.

( WHY I GIVE: ARANT FAMILY MEETING ROOM“ Rebekah and I are extremely proud of our football program and what it stands for,” Arant said. “We hope that our gift will not only help our student-athletes, but will help carry Delta State football forward as coach Todd Cooley continues to build the premier program in NCAA Division II football.”

HUGH M. ARANTFOOTBALL | CLASS OF 2003



MEMBERSHIP LEVELSThe Statesmen Club offers seven distinct membership levels that allow Statesmen and Lady Statesmen supporters across the state and nation to show their pride in Delta State Athletics by being a part of The Statesmen Club!

1 Legends SocietyMembership in the Legends Society is reserved for donors who have accumulated $25,000 or more in giving to The Statesmen Club. Once inducted into the Legends Society, members will be recognized in perpetuity in the Dearing Hall of Fame Room in Chadwick-Dickson Fieldhouse. With a sustained annual membership of $500 or more, members will be invited to participate in public acknowledgment ceremony at home events.

1 Varsity ClubFormer Statesmen and Lady Statesmen are encouraged to join the Varsity Club for an additional contribution of $9. The amount corresponds to the nine national championships earned here at Delta State.

1 Giving YearMembership in The Statesmen Club is on an annual basis, running July 1 through June 30 of each year to coincide with Delta State University’s fiscal year.

1 PledgesMembers making a monthly pledge by credit card or payroll deduction are eligible for benefits.

1 Parking Passes & Ticket InformationMembers with advanced reserved parking priority will be eligible to purchase reserved spots before the general public. Each spot will be individually numbered and yours for the duration of football and basketball season. Individual general admission passes are non-transferable and admit one person per pass. Each General Admission All-Sports Season Pass may be exchanged for one Reserved Single-Sport Season Pass or Two General Admission All-Sports Season Passes may be exchanged for one All-Sport Streaming Pass. Lost or stolen passes may be replaced, but are subject to a printing charge. For more information, please contact the Delta State Athletics Ticket Office with any questions regarding parking or ticket upgrades.

1 Declining Benefits Members may decline benefits in-order to receive a 100% tax deductible credit for their donation.

CHAMPION$5000

THE STATESMEN CLUBMEMBER BENEFITS

Membership Decal

Program/Web Recognition

Appreciation Gift

Statesmen Store Discount

President’s Game Day Reception Invite

Advance Ticketing Priority

Athletics Christmas Social Invite

Advanced Reserved Parking Priority

General Admission Single Sport Season Passes

Reserved Parking Pass*

General Admission All-Sports Passes

25%

4

4

1

4

ALL-AMERICAN$3650

20%

4

4

1

2

ALL-REGION$2500

20%

2

4

ALL-CONFERENCE$1000

20%

2

2

CAPTAIN$500

10%

2

2

LETTERMAN$365

10%

2

TEAM$100

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( WHY I GIVE: NED & BETTYE MITCHELL SCHOLARSHIP“ Delta State University made such an impact on my life that I want to help insure that future generations of Statesmen and Lady Statesmen have the same opportunities I had as a student-athlete. Being a member of the Delta State family means more than just graduating or representing it on a team. It means supporting the program with your time, talents and treasure.”

NED MITCHELLFOOTBALL | CLASS OF 1962

( WHY I GIVE: TIM & NANCY HARVEY STADIUM“ On top of the great lessons and experiences gained from playing baseball for Coach Ferriss, my Delta State University education allowed me to successfully compete against global business executives from Harvard, Stanford, and many other leading universities over my 38 year business career. I owe a great deal to DSU and it’s people that prepared me for my professional life. Therefore, It is important for me to give back to the university that did so much for me.”

TIM HARVEYBASEBALL | CLASS OF 1980



FUTURE STATESMEN KIDS CLUBKids (12 and under) are invited to join the Future Statesmen Kids Club and membership has its benefits! All kids 12 and under are eligible for membership. Annual dues are $25 for an individual membership.

MEMBER BENEFITS:5 Future Statesmen Club T-Shirt & Membership card 5 Free admission to select sporting events5 Free admission to the Okra Kids Zone at Statesmen football games5 Participate in the Future Statesmen Run Out at home football games5 Opportunities to meet student-athletes and coaches5 Chance to be an honorary Kid Captain at a home sporting event5 Birthday card from Mr. Statesman & the Fighting Okra

If you’re ready to join the Future Statesmen Kids Club or for more information, please visit GoStatesmen.com or call the Department of Athletics at (662) 846-4300 today!

REGISTRATION (Open to Kids 12-under | $25 per year/per member)

Child’s Name:

Parent/Guardian:

Address:

Cell Phone:

E-Mail:

Male Female Birthday:

T-SHIRT SIZE (Choose One)Youth Sizes: S M L XLAdult Sizes: S M L

Kid Captain Program: Yes No

Make Checks Payable To: 5 Delta State University Athletics Mail To: Delta State Athletics DSU Box A3 Cleveland, MS 38733

REGISTER ONLINE @ GOSTATESMEN.COM

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THE STATESMEN CLUB: WHERE CHAMPIONS PLAY · 1 Legends Society Membership in the Legends Society is reserved for donors who have accumulated $25,000 or more in giving to The Statesmen