DEAR LTAC MEMBERS,
TABLE of CONTENTS
What an exciting time to be a part of the Louisiana Tech Athletics family! Our student-athletes, coaches, support staff, and I greatly appreciate your dedication and continued support in ensuring this department has a competitive edge amongst other Division-1 institutions.
OUR MISSION, YOUR IMPACT......................................................2
With your generous contributions, we are not only providing our student-athletes with a world-class education and state-of-the-art facilities, but we are also showcasing to potential recruits, fans near and far, and our competitors everything Louisiana Tech has to offer.
2021-22 STUDENT-ATHLETE COST OF EXPERIENCE.....................3 2019-20 IN THE CLASSROOM.....................................................4 IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER FOR 2021 MEMBERSHIP.........5 COLOR THE MAP RED & BLUE!......................................................6
Your contributions enable the 320+ student-athletes representing Louisiana Tech to maximize their Division-1 experience through scholarships, health care, strength and conditioning, academic support, healthy and balanced meals, nutritional-based literacy, housing, mental health counseling, and programming that prepares them for life after sports. As the cost of education, travel, and facility expenses increase, our need for your support is crucial to remain competitive.
WAYS TO GIVE..........................................................................7
By investing in the Louisiana Tech Athletic Club, you give Bulldog and Lady Techster student-athletes the opportunity to be competitive in the classroom, in their leadership development, and on their respective playing fields.
BASKETBALL TICKET & PARKING INFO......................................11
The future of Louisiana Tech Athletics is bright. We sincerely thank you for your continued support, and our staff looks forward to serving you throughout 2021-22 to help us achieve competitive excellence.
LTAC MEMBER BENEFITS...........................................................8 GOLDEN BULLDOG LEADERSHIP SOCIETY.....................................9 FOOTBALL TICKET & PARKING INFO..........................................10 BASEBALL PARKING INFO........................................................12 PREMIUM SEATING..................................................................13 COMPLIANCE..........................................................................14 FAQs......................................................................................15 MEET THE STAFF.....................................................................16
Go Bulldogs and Lady Techsters!
#CompeteCompeteCompete DR. ERIC A.
WOOD
VICE PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
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OUR MISSION, YOUR IMPACT
KENNETH
LOFTON, jr.
MBB • FR. • PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS
The Louisiana Tech Athletic Club is the athletic fundraising arm of the Division of Louisiana Tech Athletics. Our mission is to provide 320+ student-athletes a first-class experience and support in their pursuit of academic and athletic excellence. By investing in LTAC, you give Bulldog and Lady Techster student-athletes the best opportunity to succeed in the classroom, in the community, and on the playing field/ court. No matter the amount, every dollar makes a difference.
CONFERENCE USA ATHLETIC DONORS LANDSCAPE* 4 3
IN THOUSANDS
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3,200 3,000 2,500 2,149 2,133 GOAL 2,000 1,966 1,700 1,608 1,600 1,419 1,395 1,300
2
350
N/A
CONFERENCE USA ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS LANDSCAPE* 4
$
2
$
1
119% CHALLENGE
2
3.8M $ 2.74M $ 2.57M $ 2.2M $ 2.05M GOAL $2M $ 1.85M $ 1.61M $ 1.53M $ 1.46M $ 1.45M $ 1.36M $ 1.14M $ 1.1M
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IN MILLIONS
$
$
$
*
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N/A
AS OF JULY 1, 2020
The 2021 football season will mark the 119th year of football at Louisiana Tech. In honor of this, we are challenging all LTAC members to make their 2021 gift 119% of last year’s gift amount. All LTAC members who do so will receive a limited-edition LTAC lapel pin.
2021-22 STUDENT-ATHLETE
COST OF EXPERIENCE
SCHOLARSHIP*
20,371
$
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
$
TRAVEL
$
ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT
$
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
$
SPORTS MEDICINE
$
ANNUAL COST
1,500 8,322 7,644 1,401 3,127
42,365
$
*INCLUDES TUITION, FEES, ROOM & BOARD, BOOKS
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2019-20 IN THE CLASSROOM
KYLIE
NEEL
SB • SO. • RICHMOND, TEXAS 4
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IMPORTANT DATES
FOR 2021 MEMBERSHIP
JONATHAN
FINCHER
BSB • R-JR. • SHREVEPORT, LA
APRIL 20, 2021
JUNE 30, 2021
OCTOBER 2021
DECEMBER 31, 2021
Giving Day
Final date for annual LTAC gifts to count toward Football & Basketball Tickets
Breakfast with the Bulldogs
Final Day to make contributions for 2021 Tax Year
JUNE 1, 2021 Deadline to Renew FB Season Tickets
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 Deadline to renew Basketball Season Tickets
NOVEMBER 2021 LTAC Annual Thank You Week
JANUARY 31, 2022 Deadline to renew Baseball & Softball Season Tickets
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COLOR THE MAP BLUE! LTAC is on a quest to reach 2,000 members. In order to achieve this goal, it will take support from around the country. In 2020, LTAC had members representing 33 states as well as Washington D.C. Let’s all do our part in helping fill the map with members supporting Louisiana Tech student-athletes! There is strength in numbers. By building LTAC across the country, we will provide our current and future Bulldog and Lady Techster studentathletes with increased scholarship opportunities and the resources necessary to be competitive in all aspects of life.
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WAYS TO GIVE ONLINE scan me
Visit LATechAlumni.org/LTAC to make a gift today.
IN PERSON Visit the LTAC Office to make your donation. • Cash/Checks – All checks must be made payable to the Louisiana Tech University Foundation. Once the check is received by our office, the payment should clear within 7-10 business days.
PHONE
Call the LTAC office at (318) 255-7950 to speak with a member of our staff about your contribution.
All checks and pledge cards should be sent to PO Box 1190 Ruston, LA 71273
• Credit Cards – Louisiana Tech accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, and PayPal. Donors may split donations into monthly, quarterly, biannual, or yearly automatic payments.
• Gifts-In-Kind – A gift-in-kind donation is one of personal property or services that is charitably given to the Louisiana Tech Athletic Club. • Securities – Gifts of securities such as stocks and bonds afford a way to make meaningful gifts that can result in extra tax savings.
• Corporate Matching Gifts – Some companies will match tax-deductible gifts to Louisiana Tech Athletics. Submit your company’s matching gift form with your contribution. • Estate Gifts – Louisiana Tech Athletics would The match will be included in your cumulative be honored to be considered in your estate giving, which may move your membership to a plan. For more information, contact Gary higher level. Your company’s human resources Strebeck, Director of Development at (318) department can tell you if your company 295-4359 or Gary@LATechAlumni.org. has a matching gift program and their requirements for your gift to be matched.
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Football/Basketball Parking Pass (with season ticket purchase) Opportunity to Purchase Courtside Seats for Men’s Basketball Invitation to Breakfast with the Bulldogs Opportunity to Reserve RV and Tailgate Spot (based upon availability and LTAC priority) Access to Men’s Basketball Hospitality Suite and Chalk Talk Invitation to annual Dinner with the Athletic Director and Head Coaches Pregame Sideline access for one home football game (2 Guests) Invitation to Football Private Practice Invitation to Men's Basketball Private Practice Team Travel to one away Football Game (2 Guests) Exclusive Gift
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YOUNG ALUMNI
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30,000 +
BLUE GOLDEN BULLDOG $
2
20,000 +
RED GOLDEN BULLDOG $
3
10,000 +
WHITE GOLDEN BULLDOG $
4
5,000- 9,999
PRESIDENT $ $
5
3,500- 4,999
DIRECTOR $ $
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1,500- 3,499
CHAMPION $ $
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500- 1,499
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250- 499
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50- 249
TROPHY $ $
10
VARSITY $ $
Directly Impact a Louisiana Tech Student-Athlete Access to Argent Pavilion for Home Football Games LTAC E-Newsletter (Monthly video updates from VP & AD Dr. Eric A. Wood) Postseason and Away Game Ticket Priority Tax Incentive (Excluding seat requirement payment) Annual LTAC Thank You Week Recognition in LTAC online listing Opportunity to Purchase Priority Seats for Football ($100/seat) Baseball Parking Pass (With Season Ticket Purchase) Opportunity to Purchase Box Seats for Football ($250/seat)
BOOSTER $ $
(Age 20-29) Minimum $50
YOUNG ALUMNI
LTAC MEMBER BENEFITS
GREEN GREEN WHITE
RED
BLUE
BLUE
BLUE
BLUE
BLUE
WHITE
RED
BLUE
BLUE
BLUE
BLUE
BLUE
GOLDEN BULLDOG TYLER
GRUBBS
FB • FR. • NEW ORLEANS, LA
LEADERSHIP SOCIETY
The Golden Bulldog Leadership Society of LTAC is a comprehensive program for Louisiana Tech’s top level of annual donors to athletics. In appreciation for their impact on the pursuit of athletic and academic excellence, Golden Bulldog members are recognized at White, Red, or Blue levels and receive special benefits accordingly.
WHITE $10,000-$19,999 ANNUAL COMMITMENT • All previously determined LTAC benefits • Pregame sideline access for one home football game • Invitation to Football Private Practice • Invitation to Men’s Basketball Private Practice
RED $20,000-$29,999 ANNUAL COMMITMENT • All previously determined LTAC and White Level benefits • Team travel to one away football game (flight options of UNLV, UTSA, Vanderbilt, or FIU)
BLUE $30,000+ ANNUAL COMMITMENT • All previously determined LTAC and Red Level benefits • EXCLUSIVE GIFT
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FOOTBALL TICKET & PARKING INFORMATION
FOOTBALL SEATING DONATION REQUIREMENTS BOX SEATS - 250 LTAC contribution per seat RESERVED SEATS - $ 100 LTAC contribution per seat (Sections D, DD, E, EE, F, FF) YOUNG ALUMNI - $50 LTAC contribution per two seats $
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PREMIUM RESERVED PARKING Blue = $3,500 + Red = $1,500-$3,499 White = $500-$1,499
YA = YOUNG ALUMNI Gold = SUITE HOLDERS AND VIP
BASKETBALL TICKET & PARKING INFORMATION
BASKETBALL SEATING DONATION REQUIREMENTS YOUNG ALUMNI - 50 LTAC contribution per two seats $
PREMIUM RESERVED PARKING Blue = $3,500 + Red = $1,500-$3,499 White = $500-$1,499
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BASEBALL PARKING INFORMATION SUITE HOLDERS ENTRANCE
BULLDOGS BOULEVARD ENTRANCE
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BULLDOGS WHITE BOULEVARD
RED
BLUE
◄ BLUE, RED, WHITE LOT ENTRANCE
J.C. LOVE FIELD AT PAT PATTERSON PARK
PREMIUM RESERVED PARKING Blue = $3,500 + Red = $1,500-$3,499 12 2021 LTAC MEMBERSHIP GUIDE
White = $500-$1,499 BB = BULLDOGS BOULEVARD $100-$499
SUITE HOLDERS
Tech Dr
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STAFF/ STUDENT PARKING
HANDICAP PARKING
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Gold = SUITE HOLDERS
PREMIUM SEATing $
2,25
T $ 0 PER SEA MBB - $73550 PER SEAT WBB -
T 0 PER SEA
DAVISON ATHLETICS COMPLEX CLUB LEVEL • Outdoor seating features covered, leather-cushioned chair back seats equipped with arm rests, cup holders, and one of the best views in college football • Climate-controlled private club lounge featuring 12 flat-screen televisions and indoor seating • All-inclusive gourmet buffet and beverages • Access to club two hours prior to game • One complimentary Blue parking pass per four seats
MEN’S AND WOMEN’S BASKETBALL COURTSIDE SEATING • Leather-cushioned chair back seat with cup holder • Great view and closest seat to the action • IF DIRECTOR LEVEL OR ABOVE ($3,500+), Access to pregame hospitality room and Coach’s “Chalk Talk” (Men’s Basketball only) + Hospitality includes:
- Pregame buffet including beverages (soft drinks, beer, and wine)
- “Chalk Talk” – Tech assistant coach gives scouting report of opposing team; begins 30 minutes prior to tip
- Complimentary game day rosters and scorecard
- Opens one hour prior to tip and reopens for halftime
JOE AILLET STADIUM SUITES • Private, luxury suite with space for 20 people, including 12 outdoor leather-cushioned chair back seats • Each suite features indoor lounge furniture, 55” flatscreen television, wet bar, and refrigerator • Access to Chris Richardson Family Suite Level, featuring all-inclusive gourmet buffet and beverages, as well as select à la carte items • Access to suite 90 minutes prior to game GH LD THROUON O S S E IT U S ALL S ST 2021 SEA AT LEA
JC LOVE FIELD AT PAT PATTERSON PARK SUITES • Private, luxury suite with space for 16 people. Including 12 outdoor leather-cushioned chair back seats • Each suite features indoor lounge furniture, 55” flatscreen television, wet bar, and full-size refrigerator • Complimentary hot dogs, popcorn, and peanuts with the option to purchase a la carte items off of a wide-range menu
• Access to suite 60 minutes prior to first pitch and 30 minutes after the final pitch ALL SUITES SO LD THROUGH AT LEAST 2025 SEASON For more information on pricing and availability, please contact ALAN SAVAGE at (318) 497-7987 or asavage@latechalumni.org. 2021 LTAC MEMBERSHIP GUIDE
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COMPLIANCE For more Information, Contact Mary Kay Hungate at (318) 257-5654 or MHungate@LATech.edu TERMS TO KNOW
provided to a student-athlete, or student athlete's friend or family member, which is not available to the general Louisiana Tech student body. Prospective Student-Athlete Reminders NCAA rules prohibit boosters from engaging in recruiting activities.
Prospective Student-Athlete (PSA or "Recruit"): A prospective student- Permissible Booster Activities: athlete is a student who has started classes for the ninth grade. • Continuing to have contact with an established family friend or neighbor who is a prospect Representative of Athletics Interest or "Booster": An individual, • Viewing a prospect's game on your own initiative agency, entity, or organization who: • Receiving a call from a prospect only if the prospect initiates the call • Has participated in or been a member of an agency or organization and it is not for a recruiting purpose promoting the institution's intercollegiate athletics program; • Notifying the Louisiana Tech coaching staff of prospects • Has made financial contributions to the athletics department or LTAC; • Has assisted or been requested (by the athletics department staff) to As a Booster You May Not: assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes; • Contact or call a prospect that you have not had a longstanding • Has assisted in providing benefits to enrolled student-athletes or relationship with their family members; or • Contact or call a prospect's parent, coach, principal, or counselor • Has been involved otherwise in promoting the Louisiana Tech athletics • Assist with the evaluation of talent at the direction of the coaching program. staff • Promote Louisiana Tech athletics in any way to encourage a prospect Recruiting: Recruiting is any solicitation of a prospective studentto attend Louisiana Tech University athlete or a prospective student-athlete's family members by an institutional staff member or by a representative of the institution's athletics interests for the purpose of securing the prospective student-athlete's enrollment and ultimate participation in the institution's intercollegiate athletics program. SOCIAL MEDIA REMINDER Student-Athlete: A student who presently is participating in intercollegiate athletics or has participated in intercollegiate athletics and is still receiving athletics aid. Extra Benefit: An extra benefit is any special gift or arrangement 14 2021 LTAC MEMBERSHIP GUIDE
Only countable coaches are authorized to recruit. Supporters of Louisiana Tech are prohibited from contacting prospective studentathletes on social media. Boosters should not post on a recruit's wall or reply to a PSA's post. Any contact that constitutes recruiting could result in a violation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
KEIUNNA
WALKER
WBB • JR. • LONOKE, AR
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A RESTRICTED GIFT AND AN UNRESTRICTED GIFT TO LTAC? Restricted gifts are designated to a specific program, facility, or project. Unrestricted gifts through LTAC go directly toward the general athletic scholarship fund and help offset departmental expenses. Only unrestricted gifts secure LTAC member benefits.
IS MY GIFT TO LTAC TAX DEDUCTIBLE? According to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted on January 1, 2018, any contribution that is used to receive ticket benefits (i.e. priority seating) is no longer tax deductible. However, philanthropic giving above and beyond seating donations is still 100% tax deductible. Please consult with your tax advisor for information on how these changes affect your personal income taxes.
CAN I JOIN LTAC IF I DON’T HAVE SEASON TICKETS? Yes! As a member of LTAC, you join more than 1,000 alumni and friends who collectively contribute each year to excellence at Louisiana Tech. Your support helps provide academic support services, sports-specific equipment, sports medicine, nutritional guidance, strength and conditioning, and travel for our studentathletes.
WHY IS MY LTAC GIFT DUE BY JUNE 30TH? To maintain the department’s goal for fiscal responsibility and accountability, it is important that we can accurately project revenue for planning and budgeting purposes. LTAC is a crucial part of our annual budget, and having this revenue secured at the end of the fiscal year allows us to responsibly project our expenses for the upcoming year.
CAN I PAY MY LTAC GIFT IN INSTALLMENTS? Yes! A variety of payment options are available. We will also work to accommodate your requests in regard to your payment schedules. 2021 LTAC MEMBERSHIP GUIDE
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MEET THE STAFF Dr. ERIC A.
PAUL
WOOD
KABBES
VICE PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
SR ASSOCIATE AD FOR EXTERNAL OPERATIONS
(318) 257-3247 • ATHLETICDIRECTOR@latech.edu
(318) 257-2933 • Paul@LATech.edu
ALAN
JARRED
SAVAGE
LATTA
ASSOCIATE AD OF DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT - LTAC
(318) 497-7987 • asavage@latechalumni.org
(318) 497-7986 • Jlatta@LATechAlumni.org
BETH
ANDREA
CRAIG
PEREZ-LOPEZ
DIRECTOR OF DONOR ENGAGEMENT
DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT
(318) 497-7529 • BETH@latechalumni.org
(318) 295-4639 • andrea@latechalumni.org
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