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EA G LE ATHLET I C FUND
2023-2024 ATHLETICS
March 2023
Football Season Ticket
Renewals Begin
AUGUST 2023
Football Season Tickets & EAF Benefits Distributed
NOVEMBER 2023
EAF Priority Points Locked for Football Postseason Tickets
MARCH 2024
Football Season Ticket Renewal Deadline
JULY 2023
EAF Benefit Year Begins
OCTOBER 2023
Men’s Basketball Season Tickets Distributed
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FROM 2021-2023
ACADEMICS:
Fall 2022-46th consecutive quarter over 3.0 GPA (55 SA’s over 4.0, 139 on Dean’s List).
Big Sky Academic Awards
Fall ‘21, 72 SA’s | Winter ’21-‘22, 58 SA’s | Spring ‘22, 70 SA’s.
Women’s Tennis, Soccer and Men’s Cross Country had perfect APR scores (1,000) for 2021-22 academic year.
FOOTBALL:
2021-22 Eric Barriere Walter Payton Award, Big Sky Offensive Player of the Year.
SOCCER:
Maddie Morgan earned 2022 Big Sky Co-Offensive MVP and Co-Golden Boot Award.
2022 two players earned All-Big Sky First Team - Maddie Morgan, Madison Kem.
VOLLEYBALL:
Third-straight trip to the Big Sky Tournament.
Sage Brustad and Alyssa Radke were named to the 2022 All-Big Sky second team.
MEN’S BASKETBALL:
(First ever Big Sky team to reach 16-0) (Longest winning streak in program history (18).)
Steele Venters earned 2022 All-Big Sky second team honors.
Linton Acliese III named to the second team.
Ethan Price was named Big Sky freshman of the year ‘21-‘22 season.
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL:
‘21-‘22 season: Jaydia Martin was named Big Sky freshman of the year.
WOMEN’S GOLF:
Six 2021-22 WGCA All-American Scholars.
MEN’S AND WOMEN’S TENNIS:
Scout Mathews 2022 All-Big Sky Second Team.
Five ITA Scholar Athletes.
CROSS COUNTRY:
Highest Finish at 2022 Big Sky Championships (6th) since 2016 (men’s and women’s).
TRACK & FIELD:
‘21-‘22 Maggie Nelson and Joe Gauthier earn Big Sky Conference Scholar-Athlete Award.
10 All-Conference performers at 2022 Big Sky Outdoor Championships.
2022 Indoor Big Sky Championships All Conference.
FEBRUARY 2024
EAF Priority Points Locked for Men’s Basketball Post Season Tickets
EAF TIMELINE 2023-2024
EFTON CHISM III WIDE RECEIVER “ A SCHOLARSHIP, TO ME, MEANS EVERYTHING. IT WAS A GOAL OF MINE TO NOT HAVE MY PARENTS PAY FOR COLLEGE AND THIS OPPORTUNITY IS LIFE CHANGING. I’M VERY BLESSED AND THANKFUL.”
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ETHAN PRICE
MEN’S BASKETBALL
“ MY SCHOLARSHIP IS SUPER IMPORTANT TO ME. A LOT OF PEOPLE WOULD LOVE TO BE IN SITUATION, SO I NEVER TAKE THAT FOR GRANTED.
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EAGLE NATION UNITE! JOIN EAGLE ATHLETIC FUND
INVESTING TO IMPACT THE EAGLE EXPERIENCE AND FUTURE OF OUR STUDENT-ATHLETES
The Eagle Athletic Fund (EAF) is the fundraising arm of EWU Athletics that provides scholarships and financial resources for hundreds of student-athletes to compete at the highest level of collegiate athletics and to achieve educational excellence. The EAF was established to encourage philanthropic giving to Eagle Athletics to secure the resources to be competitive today, the resources to build for the future and the resources to continue the legacy and traditions of EWU.
Our mission here at the EAF is to “Advance the Standard” of Eagle Athletics. We aim to provide a world class student-athlete experience through the pursuit of educational and athletic excellence. With the support of our donors, we can provide life-changing opportunities, develop champions and scholars and cultivate the next generation of leaders. The EAF can “Advance the Standard” of Eagle Athletics by providing the resources necessary for our studentathletes to reach their full potential in the classroom, in competition and in their community. Eagle Nation! Please join the call to action and invest in our student-athletes by buying season tickets, donating to the EAF and choosing a special project to support our teams. Please give generously each year to provide scholarships and support for Eastern’s 350 student-athletes. With your annual investments in the EAF, we can provide our student-athletes with the resources needed to be successful.
AVERAGE FINANCIAL INVESTMENT OF A STUDENT-ATHLETE $40,460
ARRIBAS
Room & Board $14,750 Strength & Conditioning $337 Equipment $1,445 Books $800 Sports Medicine $729 Cost of Attendance $3,000 Academic Services $114
RILEY
WOMEN’S SOCCER
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“ MY SCHOLARSHIP SERVES AS A REMINDER OF ALL THE HARD WORK I HAVE PUT INTO MY SPORT THROUGHOUT THE YEARS. HAVING ACCOMPLISHED THIS, I USE IT AS CONTINUOUS MOTIVATION TO WORK TOWARD MY FUTURE GOALS IN ATHLETICS, AS WELL AS MY ACADEMICS.”
WAYS TO GIVE
The Eagle Athletic Fund is the fundraising arm of the Eastern Washington University Athletics Department. The EAF is the all-encompassing umbrella of athletics giving, donor and former student-athlete relations. All gifts made to sport excellence funds, capital projects, scholarships, unrestricted funds and to the EKG Society fall under the umbrella and mission of the Eagle Athletic Fund - which is to provide the resources necessary for the success of our student-athletes. Every gift to every athletic fund makes you an Eagle Athletic Fund member! However, to qualify for annual benefits, such as tickets and parking, gifts must be made through seat contributions or the Eagle Athletic Greatness (EAG) Fund. Below are some of the ways you can invest in our student-athletes.
GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
Scan the QR code for ways to give.
EAGLE ATHLETIC FUND
SAGE BRUSTAD VOLLEYBALL
MAJOR: CRIMINAL JUSTICE
EAGLE ATHLETIC GREATNESS (EAG) FUND
Unrestricted gifts used at the discretion of the Athletic Director for special projects or immediate needs of student-athletes
EAGLE ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Gifts made to support scholarships either annually or endowed for studentathletes
SEAT CONTRIBUTIONS
Unrestricted gifts made to EAF in association with season ticket purchases
CAPITAL PROJECTS EKG SOCIETY E CLUB
Gifts made to support the building of new athletic facilities or renovating
Major gifts of $25,000 or more, made on a five-year pledge to the Athletics Department
SPORT
EXCELLENCE FUNDS
Restricted gifts made to support a specific sport to supplement the program’s budget
Former studentathlete association
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“ I AM BEYOND THANKFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITIES
I’VE BEEN GIVEN HERE AT EASTERN. I AM BEYOND GRATEFUL TO PLAY AT SUCH A HIGH LEVEL WHILE RECEIVING AN EDUCATION.”
TAILGATE PRICING
GAME DAY PARKING
MINIMUM PER STALL DONATIONS
P12 SOUTH - BRONZE EAGLE & UP
P12 NORTH - BRONZE EAGLE & UP/SINGLE GAME TAILGATE
P9 - BRONZE EAGLE & UP
P16 - EAF SINGLE CAR PASS**
P16 NORTH - STUDENT TAILGATE
P12 EAST - EAF SINGLE CAR PASS**
EAF VIP - GOLDEN EAGLE AND UP**
MEDIA PARKING
P18 - RED BARN/EWU POLICE STATION, SOUTH OF THE STADIUM, IS AVAILABLE FOR GENERAL GAME DAY PARKING
*Available for purchase to Red Wave members and up. (See benefits chart for eligible quantities)
**One (1) complimentary pass per eligible membership
6 DONOR GUIDE P16 NORTH P9 P9 REESE COURT P12 SOUTH P12 NORTH P12 EAST EAF VIP Numerica RedZone Tailgate P18 Media P16 P12 North/East Entrance P12 South VIP Entrance P9 Entrance P16 Entrance
Elm St. Cedar St. Washington Street Washington Street Washington St.
ITEM PRICE DONATION SEASON TAILGATE P12S & P9 $415 $750 SEASON TAILGATE P12 N $315 $750 SEASON PARKING $165 $300
SEASON TICKET PRICES
PREMIUM CHAIRBACKS
SECTIONS C, D
SECTIONS B, E SECTIONS A, F SECTION P, O, N EWU STUDENT
SECTION Q
VISITING TEAM PLAYER PASS SECTION M EWU MARCHING BAND
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RESTROOMS CONCESSIONS
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SEASON DONATION TOTAL PER GAME $465 $650 $1,115 $223 CHAIRBACKS $195 $250 $445 $89 $185 $160 $345 $69 $175 $135 $310 $62 $165 $ 110 $275 $55 ENDZONE $115 $ 25 $140 $28 O ■ Premium chairbacks $175/NA
$165/$70
$165/$60
$135/$50
$165/$70 ■ Endzone $
$165/$60
$
■ Sections C, D
■ Sections B, E
■ Sections A, F
■ Section O
100/$40 ■ Sections N, P
■ Sections M, Q
135/$50 LOGE
EWU STUDENT SECTION
JACINTA BUCKLEY
WOMEN’S
“ MY SCHOLARSHIP HAS HELPED ME MAKE LASTING FRIENDSHIPS AND CONNECTIONS ALL WHILE PLAYING THE SPORT I LOVE. IT’S HELPING ME PAVE A WAY FOR MY FUTURE.
BASKETBALL COMMUNICATION STUDIES
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MAIN ENTRANCE LB UB LC UC C LE UE E LF UF EAGLE CLUB LD UD D B F WEST BASELINE GENERAL ADMISSION A UA M G UG WALKWAY EWU TEAM BENCH SCOREBOARD | VIDEOBOARD | | SCOREBOARD | VISITING TEAM BENCH 6 TH MAN CLUB WILL CALL TICKETS EAGLE CLUB ENTRANCE O ■ Premium chairbacks $175/NA ■ Sections C, D $165/$70 ■ Sections B, E $165/$60 ■ Sections A, F $135/$50 ■ Section O $165/$70 ■ Endzone $ 100/$40 ■ Sections N, P $165/$60 ■ Sections M, Q $ 135/$50 THE EAGLE MEN’S AND WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAMS ARE COMING OFF HISTORICAL SEASONS! Join the fun and support with season tickets. TICKET PRICING | RENEWAL DATES Stay tuned for more information. GoEags.com
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EAF BENEFITS CHART
*Must have season tickets for respective sport to receive benefit ^ Qualifies you to purchase number of passes corresponding to membership level
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MEMBERSHIP LEVEL EAF MEMBER $50-$99 $2.08/Month Annual Student-Athlete NIL Education RED WAVE $100-$249 $8.33/Month Quarter of Books RED EAGLE $250-$499 $20.83/Month Quarter of Course Materials BRONZE EAGLE $500-$999 $41.67/Month Quarter of Sports Medicine Needs SILVER EAGLE $1,000-$1,999 $83.33/Month Quarter of Academic Support GOLDEN EAGLE $2,000-$4,999 $208.33/Month Annual Academic Support EAGLE PRIDE $5,000-$9,999 $416.67/Month Annual Nutrition Needs PLATINUM EAGLE $10,000+ $833.33/Month Team Travel EKG SOCIETY $25,000+ $2,083.33/Month Annual Full In-State Scholarship SUPPORT STUDENT-ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIPS INSIDE THE EAF NEWSLETTER MEMBERSHIP DECAL PRIORITY POINTS EAGLE CLUB ACCESS (FB, MBB, WBB)* WBB ONLY $1,000 YOUR CHOICE OF FB OR MBB, WBB FB, MBB & WBB FB, MBB & WBB FB, MBB & WBB FB, MBB & WBB PRIORITY IN ORDERING SINGLE GAME HOME & AWAY GAME TICKETS 9TH 8TH 7TH 6TH 5TH 4TH 3RD 2ND 1ST PRIORITY IN ORDERING POSTSEASON TICKETS 9TH 8TH 7TH 6TH 5TH 4TH 3RD 2ND 1ST QUALIFY FOR SINGLE CAR PARKING PASS (FB)*^ $300 QUALIFY FOR RESERVED TAILGATE PASS (FB)*^ $750 VIP PARKING (FB)*^ $2,500+ ANNUAL BENEFITS TICKETS & PARKING HOSPITALITY
EAF PRIORITY POINTs PROGRAM
NEW FOR 2023!
Introducing the new Eagle Priority Points program. Created to better reward all donors regardless of what program or specific initiative they support, Eagle Priority Points calculates each fan’s affinity, loyalty and financial support of EWU Athletics via numerous categories and metrics. Each Eagle Priority Points category has an associated point value and is based on a fan’s history and activity. Every EWU fan’s point total will be compared and ranked to all active accounts. The Eagle Priority Points program will be used for distributing and allocating new/additional season tickets, seat improvements/upgrades, assigning parking and determining priority/access for postseason tickets and special events.
Each consecutive year of season tickets being purchased (account being active) is rewarded 10 points. NOTE: If an account ceases to be active all accumulated points in this category are forfeited.
CONSECUTIVE
FUND
Individuals who contribute to the Eagle Athletic Fund, year in and year out, receive 10 points for each consecutive year of giving. (Minimum $100 donation per year starting in 2010.) NOTE: Should an individual cease their giving, all accumulated points in this category are forfeited.
Each season ticket purchased in the sports of football, men’s basketball and women’s basketball since 2010 shall be awarded 2 points.
Recognizing their contributions to the EWU family, EWU student-athletes embody the ideals of excellence in both athletics and academics and automatically receive a one-time award of 20 points, for up to two individuals per account. (5 additional points for Joining the E-Club)
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EAGLE ATHLETIC FUND, CAPITAL/FACILITY PROJECTS*, ENDOWMENTS OR CURRENT YEAR E-CLUB MEMBERSHIP 5 POINTS PER $100 CURRENT
Give to a respective sport program: Receive 1 point for every $100 donated.
Eagle Priority Points rewards individuals for their past contributions and the opportunities they afforded previous student-athletes: Receive 2 points per $100 of historical giving to Athletics dating back to 2010. This does not include stadium giving.
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POINTS PER YEAR, PER SPORT
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YEARS OF GIVING TO EAGLE ATHLETIC
(Since 2010)
POINTS PER YEAR
Honoring and thanking individuals who have served the university, current EWU employees as well as retirees automatically receive a one-time award of 10 points, for up to two individuals per account. TICKETS PURCHASED (Since 2010) 2 POINTS PER SEASON TICKET, PER SPORT EWU VARSITY ATHLETICS LETTER WINNER 20 POINTS AWARDED ONE TIME, MAX OF 40 POINTS EWU ALUMNI 10 POINTS AWARDED ONE TIME, MAX OF 20 POINTS EWU EMPLOYEE OR RETIREE 10 POINTS AWARDED ONE TIME, MAX OF 20 POINTS
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SEASON
LOYALTY EWU AFFINITY FINANCIAL SUPPORT GIFTS TO STADIUM RENOVATION PROJECT
POINTS PER $100
Recognizing the athletics department role in the broader university community, individuals who have earned a degree from EWU automatically receive a one-time award of 10 points, for up to two individuals per account.
YEAR
TO SPORT EXCELLENCE FUNDS
POINTS
ALL HISTORICAL GIVING TO EWU ATHLETICS (SINCE 2010)
POINTS PER $100
All Gifts and signed pledges of $50,000 or more to the Stadium Renovation Project will receive a bonus 10 points for every $100 donated until completion of project. CURRENT YEAR GIFTS TO
GIFTS
1
PER $100
1
Unrestricted dollars given directly to the EAF for Scholarships and other projects, gifts to Capital/Facility Projects such as the Stadium Red Turf Project, Nutrition Station, etc., and Funds used in perpetuity for scholarships with selections criterion of recipient determined by the donor: Receive 5 points for every $100 donated. – Former Letterwinners with active current year E-Club Memberships receive 5 points
THE E-CLUB is the Eagle family of former student-athletes, managers, athletic trainers, cheerleaders and coaches. Our goal is to keep our members connected and enhance their relationship with Eastern Washington University through every phase of their lives. We work together to honor the past and build the future all while supporting our current student-athletes.
ELIGIBILITY The following alumni groups are eligible members of the E Club Society: Former Student-Athlete Letterwinners | Head Coaches | Team Managers Athletic Trainers | Cheerleaders
SUPPORT
The E-Club strongly encourages our members to support our current student-athletes through a donation to the Eagle Athletic Fund. Donations made to the Eagle Athletic Fund provide Eastern student-athletes with resources for academic support, leadership and career development, mental health and wellness, and much more.
E-Club member discounted season tickets
• Two (2) complimentary single game ticket to two home games of your choice per year *based on availability
• Annual thank you from EWU student-athletes that participate in the sport that you lettered in
• Invitations to reunions and alumni events
• E-Newsletter
• Recognition at select EWU home games
• E-Club Sticker
• Eagle Athletic Fund priority points
E-Club Cost:
• FREE Membership to current EWU student-athletes
• FREE Membership for one (1) year to all EWU letterwinners who completed their degrees during the current academic year
• Young ‘Eag Annual Membership: $30 annual membership, within the first four (4) years after lettering
• Active ‘Eag Annual Membership: $50 annual membership, been graduated for 5 years +
Scan the QR Code for more information and to become a member.
MICHAEL ROOS
EWU FOOTBALL ‘05
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“ I THINK IT’S IMPORTANT TO GIVE BACK, IF YOU’RE IN A POSITION TO DO SO, BECAUSE ALMOST EVERYONE YOU KNOW WAS HELPED BY SOMEBODY AT SOME POINT IN THEIR LIVES. TO ME IT’S NOT EVEN A QUESTION OF IF, BUT HOW MUCH AND HOW OFTEN.”
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EKG SOCIETY
The EKG Society was established in 2023, to honor donors who embody the qualities and characteristics of the student-athletes – EKG’S – we recruit here at Eastern. Our EKG’S achieve greatness by displaying the 3 G’s in everything they do: Grit, Grace and Gratitude. Donors who join the EKG Society embody those same 3 G’s and display a fourth through their financial commitment to the program: Generosity. This initiative is the highest level of membership in the EAF. To be a member of this group, EWU Athletics is asking for gifts that are a minimum of $25,000 and can be paid over a five-year period. Donors can choose to give an unrestricted gift to the Athletic Director’s Discretionary Fund to help with operational needs, to scholarships/ endowments or to capital projects. Members of the EKG Society will be differentiated from other EAF donors with access to special events, invited engagement with the Athletic Director and head coaches and on field experiences.
If the donor specifies that their gift goes strictly towards scholarships – either annually or endowed – then they will also receive an experiential opportunity with our student-athletes. Our goal will be to connect the donor with the studentathlete they are supporting to help create a level of engagement and relationship that will last a lifetime. This experience will be a true connector with the donor and the student-athlete as allowed per NCAA rules.
Capital gifts help fund facilities that many times serve as the home away from home for students and coaches. They train, practice,
compete, eat, rest, recuperate and learn in these spaces. Facilities also help shape the game day experience for fans and act as engagement hubs for our university. The role and impact of facility enhancement is immense and must be funded through private contributions. Current prioritized facility projects are the Roos Field Stadium Renovation, replacement of the playing floor in Reese Court, renovation of locker rooms and the building of a nutrition station that will accommodate all 14 sports.
Representing our passion and commitment to athletics here at Eastern, EKG Society members join us in our vision that will allow us to fulfill our mission of providing a top-tier student-athlete experience.
Here are benefits that you may receive
TUNA ALTAHIR FOOTBALL
• Pregame Sideline Passes for 2 FB home games
• Away game travel with football team
• Exclusive customized Eagle athletics experience
• Meal Opportunity with coach, AD or athletes
• Honorary Team Captain at home FB or MBB game
EKG SOCIETY
Scan the QR code for more information.
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AS A FIRSTGENERATION MY SCHOLARSHIP HAS ALLOWED ME TO GIVE BACK TO MY FAMILY, WHO WORKED HARD TO SUPPORT ME AFTER MOVING HERE FROM AFRICA.”
DONOR GUIDE
HOW TO MAKE A GIFT
CASH, CREDIT CARD OR CHECK
To make a gift by credit card you can log in to your account online at goeags.com/eaf, or call 509.359.6208. All major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express) are accepted.
To make a gift by check, please make the check payable to the Eagle Athletic Fund. If you would like the funds to be designated to a specific program, please indicate the sport or fund on the notes line.
Checks can be mailed to:
Eagle Athletic Fund
201 Cheney Hall Cheney, WA 99004
OTHER WAYS TO GIVE:
IRA Distributions
Donors can choose to award a distribution from their IRA to the Eagle Athletic Fund. These types of gifts are welcome and may provide some tax advantages. IRA distribution gifts cannot be applied to contributions required for priority seating; however, they can be applied to all other support areas, such as sport enhancement funds, scholarship endowments, capital projects, etc.
Employer Matching Gifts
Many companies sponsor matching gift programs to support college or university giving. Please consult with your company’s HR or Community Relations experts to see if your company has such a program. Matching gifts cannot be applied to contributions required for priority seating; however, they can be applied to all other support areas, such as sport enhancement funds, scholarship endowments, capital projects, etc.
Stock Gifts & Securities
Gifts of stock transfer are acceptable and may provide some tax advantages. Stock gifts cannot be applied to contributions required for priority seating; however, they can be applied to all other support areas, such as sport enhancement funds, scholarship endowments, capital projects, etc.
Donor Advised Funds, Community & Family Foundations
Gifts made via Donor Advised Funds, Community and Family Foundations are welcome and may provide some tax advantages. Donor Advised Funds, Community Foundation and Family Foundation gifts cannot be applied to contributions required for priority seating, however, they can be applied to all other support areas such as sport excellence funds, scholarship endowments, capital projects, etc.
Planned Gifts
Donors can elect to include the Eagle Athletic Fund in their estate plan. Please contact the EAF if you are interested in learning more. The EAF works closely with the Eastern Washington University Foundation to ensure all planned gift documents are handled properly and respectfully.
EWU Employee Payroll Deduction
EWU faculty and staff may choose the convenience of payroll deduction to make a gift to the EAF. To enroll visit ewu.edu/give/payroll-deduction-form and complete the form with all the pertinent information. Please be sure to select Eagle Athletic Fund as your Designation.
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MEET THE TEAM
TODD MCGANN
DEPUTY ATHLETICS DIRECTOR, EXTERNAL OPERATIONS
tmcgann@ewu.edu
RICH RASMUSSEN DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY, ATHLETICS
rrasmussen5@ewu.edu
RICKIE ALVAREZ DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY, ATHLETICS
ralvarez12@ewu.edu
KYLE HOOB
ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR, EAGLE ATHLETIC FUND khoob@ewu.edu
LUCAS BACON
ATHLETICS TICKET MANAGER lbacon@ewu.edu
BROOKE FLORES
EAF ASSISTANT
EAFassistant@ewu.edu
EAGLE ATHLETIC FUND
201 Cheney Hall
Cheney, WA 99004
509.359.6208
goeags.com/eaf
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