TABLE OF CONTENTS Kevin Obanor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Record Breaking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Letter from Mike Carter . . . . . . . . . . 3
Ways to Give. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Top Moments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Kelli Keller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
The Golden Standard. . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Annual Fund Components. . . . . . . . 23
Your Membership Matters . . . . . . . . 7
Omega Reese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Your Investment at Work . . . . . . . . . 8
GEC Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Why Should You Join. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Membership Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Thank You!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Golden Eagle Game Night. . . . . . . . 27
Community and Classroom. . . . . . . . 11
Kids in Free & Tickets . . . . . . . . . . . 28
GEC Momentum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-30
Sasha Wells. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
NCAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
NEW Videoboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . 32
NEW Golf Complex. . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
Elis Awards Banquet. . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Upgraded Facilites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Membership Form . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35
Spencer Henson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Contact Info. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Varsity Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Tradition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Isaac Coffey
Freshman All-American
Kevin Obanor Men’s Basketball | Sophomore FRESHMAN ALL-AMERICAN
“Being able to play basketball and worship
Kevin Obanor’s 2018-2019 Awards
Freshman All-American
Summit League All-Newcomer Team
Summit League Freshman of the Year
Summit League Second Team All-Summit League
my Lord and Savior at the same time is a blessing. As a team we truly plan to put ORU on a higher pedestal, as it deserves.”
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Summit League Sixth Man of the Year
Paul Mills
HEAD COACH | MEN’S BASKETBALL
“The idea that you can change a young person’s course of life because you invested in them is significant. I’ve seen these stories happen each year that I’ve been involved in college athletics and I still continue to be amazed and grateful to the people who help make these life changes happen. Thank you Golden Eagle Club members! You are truly the team behind the team that make all of this possible.” 2
DEAR GOLDEN EAGLE FRIENDS AND FANS, The Golden Standard....we had no idea how it would take off. Holding ourselves to a higher standard for those who support us. Our coaches, staff and student-athletes have embraced the standard and have consistently taken it to new heights. I can honestly say I am more excited for this year than maybe any in my tenure at ORU. The energy and enthusiasm can be felt by everyone! It’s not only a LEAP year on the calendar, but I also believe this is a LEAP year for Golden Eagle Athletics as we rise to the next level, together. I continue to be amazed at the support shown for our students-athletes by our friends and alumni. The Golden Eagle Club set another record this year, eclipsing 1,000 members for the first time in our history. The Club has now grown over 275% in just four years! Our LEAP is a direct result of that support, and not one of us takes it for granted. New records are being set in academics as well. Our student-athletes set another record this year with a 3.29 GPA, the highest in ORU history! Our student-athletes also continue to make an impact for Christ. 100% participate in mission trips in over 17 countries, plan/execute our athletic chapels, serve over 3,000 hours in our community or have taken up year-long mission efforts in Tulsa. Their impact can be felt all over the world, U.S. and here at home! Our teams are looking forward to a LEAP year as well. After meeting with every coaching staff, I am excited about the direction they are heading. Baseball has signed some outstanding players, our soccer programs are bringing back top goal scorers, and women’s basketball looks to build from a Top 3 finish last year. Men’s Basketball also looks to take a LEAP forward as “Mid-Major Madness” has already picked the Golden Eagles SECOND in the Summit League! Coach Mills has recruited another incredible class as he continues to build the program. Building programs takes time, but this year is up for grabs in the league and your Golden Eagles are looking to take advantage! You will want to be in the Mabee Center this year as our teams are not the only things LEAPING forward. Our new video board, the largest in the region, has been installed and you must see it to believe it! Kids are still in FREE and many other amenities have been upgraded. ORU Basketball still holds the title of best value in Tulsa family entertainment! Please take time to review this year’s donor guide to see new student-athlete stories, ways to get involved, upcoming events and the continued IMPACT of your support. Your membership MATTERS, your support MATTERS, your cheers MATTER! None of this happens without YOU! Thank you for inspiring us to a new standard: The Golden Standard! With your support and friendship, I believe this will be a true LEAP year for our Golden Eagles. The best is yet to come...because of you! Thank you and Go Golden Eagles!
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ORU Athletics Mission:
The mission of the Athletic Department is to provide a competitive intercollegiate athletic program consistent with NCAA rules and regulations, to further the mission of the University, to serve the needs of the student athletes and to prepare student-athletes for life after athletics.
Golden Eagle Club Mission:
The mission of the ORU Golden Eagle Club Inc. is to support Oral Roberts University’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics through private funding for scholarships, endowments, capital projects and other needs as prioritized by the Department.
IN ATHLETICS 2018-2019 ATHLETIC TOP MOMENTS Baseball
Volleyball
Track & Field
Men’s Tennis
• Spencer Henson wins second
• Tori Roe ranked top 25 in the
• Jaden Purnell breaks indoor and
• Team wins 4-3 at North Dakota
consecutive Summit League Triple Crown.
nation in digs, Roe also named to First Team All-Summit.
outdoor triple jump record.
• Sasha Wells breaks indoor and outdoor hurdles record.
for spot in Summit League Tournament. Barnabas Koncz earns second Academic AllLeague selection.
Women’s Basketball
Men’s Golf
Men’s Soccer
Women’s Tennis
• Team breaks school record for
• Cody Burrows breaks school
• Dante Brigida records hat trick vs
• Defeats Missouri State at home
Men’s Basketball
Women’s Golf
Women’s Soccer
• Kevin Obanor named Freshman
• Team and individual win at UMKC
• Team records six shutouts
3-pointers made in a game (20).
All-American.
record in stroke average and qualifies for NCAAs.
intercollegiate (Also, Sarah Bell breaks school record for stroke average as a freshman).
Gonzaga.
on senior day, 5-2. Went 3-1 at the Bernis Duke Tennis Center this season.
during 2018 season.
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WHAT IS THE GOLDEN STANDARD? Passionate Competitors Today - World Leaders Tomorrow
DEVELOPING WHOLE PERSON CHAMPIONS We are about competing at the highest NCAA Div. 1 Level • Winning Summit League Championships • Playing in NCAA Tournaments • 167 Conference Championships But we are about more than just Competition, we develop Whole Person Champions by preparing them for Life after Athletics, Intellectually - Socially - Spiritually. 5
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ORU IS THE GOLDEN STANDARD! Golden Standard- Led by our Core Values: Excellence - Accountability - God First- Love - Ethics - Service
INTELLECTUALLY
SOCIALLY
SPIRITUALLY
MISSIONS
Last year ORU Student-Athletes had a 3.29 GPA and 82% Graduation Rate with two Student-Athletes selected as their academic department’s Student of the Year. They were part of an ORU Graduating Class of which • 97.2% were employed or accepted into a graduate school • Business Management Graduates scored in the Top 1% in the Nation • Business Finance Students scored in the Top 5% in the Nation
100% of our Student-Athletes participated in over 3,000 hours of Community Service projects in the Tulsa area. ORU StudentAthletes serve in Leadership positions in virtually every area of campus.
100% of our Student-Athletes are involved in a weekly Bible Study led by our Coaches and Team Chaplains. Student-Athletes from all 16 of our teams are involved in a Sunday evening Prayer Walk at the ORU Track, and over 75 of our StudentAthletes attend a weekly FCA group led by Student-Athletes.
25 Student-Athletes participated in Spring Break and Summer ORU Mission Trips to over 17 different countries. Over 5O Student-Athletes participated in a year long Mission Program in the local Burmese community which culminated in a Soccer Festival involving over 300 Burmese children.
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YOUR MEMBERSHIP MATTERS “If I didn’t have my scholarship to attend ORU, I would be . . .
37%
are the first generation in their family to attend college.
. . . saving for college.”
. . . getting into trouble.”
. . . in the military.”
59%
couldn’t have gone to school without an athletic scholarship.
84%
had more than one offer, and chose ORU.
YOUR INVESTMENT AT WORK THE TOTAL AMOUNT INVESTED IN ONE STUDENT-ATHLETE IS
. . . no idea.”
. . . working a dead end job.”
48%
of ORU Athletic’s budget is tuition, fees and room and board
$50,391 TUITION AND FEES
$28,959
ROOM AND BOARD
100%
$10,348 TRAVEL
$6,821
HEAD COACH MEMBERSHIP IN THE GOLDEN EAGLE CLUB.
GEAR
$1,852 ACADEMIC CENTER AND BOOKS
$1,539
RECRUITING
SHEERA SIROLA VOLLEYBALL HEAD COACH
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RYAN FOLMAR BASEBALL HEAD COACH
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JOE DIAL TRACK AND FIELD HEAD COACH
ROGER BUSH WOMEN’S SOCCER HEAD COACH
RYAN BUSH MEN’S SOCCER HEAD COACH
MARK MILNER TENNIS HEAD COACH
LANCE WATSON GOLF HEAD COACH
MISTI CUSSEN WOMEN’S BASKETBALL HEAD COACH
PAUL MILLS MEN’S BASKETBALL HEAD COACH
$872
Kevin Obanor
Freshman All-American
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ATHLETICS IS OFTEN VIEWED AS THE FRONT PORCH OF THE UNIVERSITY
WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN THE
GOLDEN EAGLE CLUB?
Athletic success is important to Oral Roberts University. Financial stability in athletics breeds success and success breeds pride among our many alumni and friends. Winning can be a tremendous recruiting tool for the general student population as well as for potential student-athletes. Athletic accomplishments often provide invaluable national visibility for ORU while also serving as a catalyst for philanthropy to all areas of the University.
TO PROVIDE STUDENT-ATHLETES AND COACHES WITH THE FINEST POSSIBLE RESOURCES
Private support is the lifeblood of ORU Athletics. Financial stability is necessary to provide scholarship support and academic services for our 256 student-athletes and help them make the most of their educational opportunities and earn their college degrees.
TICKETING REVENUE IS NOT ENOUGH
Men’s basketball, women’s basketball and baseball ticketing revenues are not enough to adequately support all 16 of our intercollegiate athletic programs. Rising scholarship costs, escalating team travel expenses and the need for modern facilities require that new sources of revenue be discovered.
MOST IMPORTANTLY . . .
OUR STUDENT-ATHLETES!
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At Oral Roberts University, we have student-athletes who are changing the world, taking full advantage of their opportunities. Our student-athletes have won Olympic medals, conference championships, NCAA Championships and have graduated with GPAs at the highest levels in memory. These opportunities are not possible without your private support.
“This scholarship has given me the chance to play the sport I love at the D1 level. It helped my family afford an opportunity I never would’ve had. I’m thankful to our coaches, but more importantly to God for this opportunity. The Golden Eagle Club members that have supported me made my lifelong dream come true. Thank you!”
“Getting my scholarship meant the world to me. It gave me an opportunity of a lifetime because I get to play tennis and still get the education I need at the same time. It was literally a dream come true.”
Dante Brigida
Gorana Kadijevic
JUNIOR
JUNIOR
Men’s Soccer
Women’s Tennis
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IN GIVING
IN THE COMMUNITY & CLASSROOM IN THE COMMUNITY
IN THE CLASSROOM
100%
60
student-athlete participation
75
individual and ongoing outreach events
3,158
community service hours 11
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student-athletes 3.8-4.0 GPA
3.29
overall athletic department GPA [HIGHEST IN HISTORY]
104
student-athletes 3.0-3.79 GPA
275%
862
GROWTH
271
MEMBER GROWTH
2015-16
SINCE 2015
EVENT GROWTH 314% Diamond Dinner: 160% ORU Pro-Am Classic: 200% Bracketology Breakfast: 15% Courtside Countdown:
965
GOAL
1,020
1,250+ AIM HIGHER!
1,000 MEMBER
GOAL REACHED!
2016-17
2017-18
2018-19
2019-20
ORU
Renew and Refer is simple. Renew your gift for the 2019-2020 year and refer someone else to join the Golden Eagle Club. By increasing our membership we will continue the upward momentum as we strive to make Golden Eagle Athletics the very best it can be. You will be entered into drawings to win exclusive apparel, autographed memorabilia, game day experiences/passes and more!
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Sasha Wells
IN FAN EXPERIENCE
Track & Field | Sophomore
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SUMMIT LEAGUE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
“ORU has helped me grow as an athlete, student and Christian. I’ve grown a lot in my relationship with God since coming to ORU. I’m so grateful that I have the opportunity to run for ORU and represent God, ORU, my team and myself. Thank you to all who have helped me get to where I am today.”
Joe Dial
TRACK & FIELD COACH
“There is nothing better than being part of the process of young men and women growing in spirit, mind, and body! ORU athletics fully embraces the whole person experience while pursuing athletic excellence. As members of the Golden Eagle Club, you have a direct and meaningful impact on each and every person who participates in all of the athletic programs at Oral Roberts University! What a blessing that is. Thank you for your generosity!“ 13
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The “Soar” Campaign has been completed and fans will enjoy a new video board that is over 31 feet long! The LONGEST Basketball video board in the Region!
MUST SEE TO BELIEVE! #GO L D E N S TA N D A R D
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JOHN & CHERYL CLERICO GOLF COMPLEX
The Future is Now!
ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY // GOLF // INDOOR TRAINING FACILITY
6/11/2019 ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY // GOLF // INDOOR TRAINING FACILITY
5/08/2019
Lance Watson HEAD GOLF COACH
5/08/2019
ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY // GOLF // INDOOR TRAINING FACILITY
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“The John and Cheryl Clerico Golf Complex will make a major impact on the men’s and women’s golf programs. For the past 20 years all the programs had to call their own was a racquetball court in the aerobic center. Now with the help of our boosters, the dreams that Mike Carter and I, as well as all the former players have, can now come true. This facility will allow all current and future Golden Eagles to have a home.”
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“My scholarship means so much to me because I wouldn’t be able to share my full abilities and potential with any other school the way I do with ORU. ORU brings out the best in me in every aspect of my life including athletics, my spiritual life and in my academics. Thank you to all of the donors for making my dreams come alive and helping me fulfill my purpose here at ORU.”
Sarah Bell Women’s Golf
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SUMMIT LEAGUE NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
Million Dollar Campaign to upgrade the Golf Program!
To Contribute to the Golf Complex or schedule a tour contact the Golden Eagle Club.
Cody Burrows 8 of 9
Men’s Golf
TWO-TIME SUMMIT LEAGUE GOLFER OF THE YEAR
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Spencer Henson
IN FACILITIES Basketball Practice Gym
Baseball Office
Volleyball Locker Room
Men’s Soccer Locker Room
Baseball
SUMMIT LEAGUE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
“My scholarship means the world to me. Coming from a small town and not having very much money to afford school, this scholarship gives me the ability to chase my dreams on the baseball field. Without my scholarship I would be working a 9-5, missing out on the great education I am receiving at ORU. Baseball gave me a chance and has also inspired many of the youth in my hometown, showing them that their dreams can come true, like mine did. Thank you!”
Ryan Folmar HEAD COACH | BASEBALL
Momentum! Over $6.1 million in facility upgrades in just four years!
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“We all donate to make a difference. Whether you donate your time, your resources or your finances, we are all investing in the future of our student-athletes. Nearly 60% of our student-athletes could not afford to attend college without your help. We have seen the impact ORU can have on the lives of young people and we are proud to be part of their journey. We are thankful for the Golden Eagle Club and their investment in the lives of our student –athletes.”
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The ORU VARSITY CLUB exists to support current student-athletes as well as a means of engaging and continuing the relationship between ORU Athletics and our athletic alumni. Varsity Club membership dues are used to pay for lettermen jackets and senior gifts, allowing all student-athletes to proudly wear the Gold and Blue for the rest of their lives!
GOAL . . .
250 MEMBERS Varsity Club members directly support current student-athletes by providing lettermen jackets and senior gifts. Membership includes former studentathletes, coaches, managers, trainers, cheerleaders and athletic department Staff. 19
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IN RECORD BREAKING
EIGHT SCHOOL RECORDS BROKEN IN 2018-2019
The Varsity Club will continue to provide athletic alumni opportunities to reunite on campus at ORU. During the 2018-2019 year, letterman returned to celebrate the Hall of Fame Class of 2019, which included Alex “Chi Chi” Gonzalez (Baseball), Kevi Luper (Women’s Basketball), Jack Whitt (Pole Vault) and Buddy Slemp (Baseball). We support the future by honoring the past. Titan or Golden Eagle, we’re all True Blue ORU! Our doors are always open for our athletic alumni. If you haven’t been to campus in a while, come see us!
Call Bobby Baehr at 918.495.6668 to join today!
Lakota Beatty – Women’s Basketball career 3 point field goal % - 42.8% Women’s Basketball Team 3 pointers in a game - 20
only
$50
Sarah Bell – Women’s Golf Stroke Average in a season – 73.7 Cody Burrows – Men’s golf Stroke Average in a season – 71.5
Jaden Purnell Indoor Track – Triple Jump – 52 ft 6.75 in Outdoor Track – Triple Jump – 52 ft 8 in
Sasha Wells Indoor Track – 60 meter hurdles – 8.40 seconds Outdoor Track – 100 meter hurdles – 13.39 seconds
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WAYS
TO
GIVE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A STUDENT-ATHLETE’S FUTURE TODAY
CASH DONATIONS
Most gifts to the Golden Eagle Club take this form. It is as easy as writing a check or using your Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express card. Checks should be made payable to the ORU Golden Eagle Club.
GIFT IN KIND
Gifts of goods or services can be great financial assistance to the Athletics Department while offering a tax deduction for the fair market value of the gift. Please consult your tax advisor and contact the Golden Eagle Club for more information.
PLANNED GIVING
There are many ways to leave a legacy that will last for years to come. Bequests, charitable trusts, endowments and life insurance policies are all ways you may choose to provide support and impact student-athletes’ lives. Many of these gifts can leave an impact and provide opportunities for generations.
MATCHING GIFTS
Many companies will match contributions to the Golden Eagle Club. Submit your company’s matching gift form with your gift and it can significantly increase your support and associated giving level.
SECURITIES
You may eliminate paying capital gains tax and receive an income tax charitable deduction for gifts of long-term appreciated securities.
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“To be at a school like ORU on an athletic scholarship is truly a blessing. This place has taught me countless life lessons, brought me some of my best friends, Women’s Soccer and grown me in ways I could have never imagined. JUNIOR I’ve had the opportunity to play the sport I love at a division one level alongside teammates and coaches who encourage me daily and challenge me in my faith. Along with this, I’m able to pursue a degree in nursing and experience a Christ-centered education that will equip me for what is to come. It wouldn’t be possible without you, and I want to thank each and every donor for your generosity!”
Kelli Keller
Roger Bush
HEAD COACH | WOMEN’S SOCCER
“The privilege and honor to be a part of the ORU story is one I’m more grateful for each day. When you bear witness to the intersection of our Father’s handiwork in our student-athletes and our staff, and see an eternal purpose unfold inside the mission of ORU Athletics, it’s more than a blessing. I believe we experience miracles. Each gift of prayer, thought, care and material support of ORU Athletics advances this mission, expands the purpose and draws more into the story of these miracles. The Golden Eagle club is a very real part of each of these stories, and most certainly is divinely purposed and led, and thus a very real part of the miracle that is ORU Athletics.”
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ANNUAL FUND COMPONENTS PRIORITY BASKETBALL SEATING
A component of the Golden Eagle Club membership is donor seating. Please consult your tax advisor as to how the new tax legislation will impact your taxable charitable deductions.
CHAMPIONS CLUB
Champions Club gifts provide annual unrestricted support directly to the ORU Athletic Department. The revenue generated by the Champions Club is used at the discretion of the Athletic Director and approved by the Golden Eagle Club Board of Directors to fund various needs of the Athletic Department, including capital projects. Membership to this group requires a $5,000 donation. All donations to the Champions Club are 100% tax deductible. 23
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GOLDEN EAGLE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
With the Athletic Department’s additional need for private funding, a percentage of student-athlete scholarships need to be funded in order to be retained. The Golden Eagle Club is looking for donors who can make a scholastic impact both on an annual basis and for the creation of a Scholarship Endowment Program to provide scholarship support in perpetuity. All donations to the GESF are 100% tax deductible.
CAPITAL PROJECTS
The Golden Eagle Club provides substantial support for the construction and renovation of ORU’s first class athletic facilities. All donations to Capital Projects are 100% tax deductible.
GENERAL DONATIONS
Non-designated gifts provide additional funding where needed and help ORU compete on a national level. These gifts help fill the gaps where needed.
SPORTS PROGRAM GIVING
Philanthropic gifts to benefit ORU’s sports programs truly do make a difference and are sincerely appreciated by the coaches and student-athletes. Many teams at Oral Roberts University rely on private support for locker room improvements, equipment purchases and many other expenses not covered in their operating budgets. All donations to the Sports Program Giving are 100% tax deductible.
Dear Golden Eagle Friends, I just want to say thank you for all you pour into the student athletes. It was truly a privilege. I am so thankful for all the behind-the-scenes work that we athletes know nothing about. I am so thankful for the scholarship provided by donors and whoever else that enabled me to go to school for 5 years with no financial burden on me or my parents. I am so thankful I got to be a part of an athletics program that cared about me as a person not just about my performance. I am thankful for the way you have fought for us in the classrooms and anywhere else! It was obvious to me that we were cared about and prioritized. I didn’t want to get out of here without saying thank you because I wouldn’t be here without all of your hard work and dedication! Thank you all of ORU Athletics! Love,
Omega Reese Track & Field
2018 GRADUATE 24
GOLDEN EAGLE CLUB EVENTS Courtside Countdown
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Bracketology Breakfast
October 24, 2019
March 16th, 2020
15%
314%
GROWTH
GROWTH
Contributing to the Succcess of 256 StudentAthletes & Tax Deduction Recognition in Athletic Publications & Invitation to GEC Events
Diamond Dinner
Membership Decal & Card with Discounts and Golden Eagle Monthly E-Newsletter
ORU Pro-Am Classic
Date TBD in late January or early February, 2020
Exclusive Golden Eagle Sideline Store
Date TBD in Mid-June of 2020
Invitation to Private Practices GEC Gift
160%
GROWTH
200%
GROWTH
Grand Slam Room Access & Parking-Baseball Directors’ Lot Parking-Basketball Tickets to All Sports Banquet and Champions Dinner & Gift Autographed Basketball
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Come Join the Fun!
Nike Premium Gift Meal with Head Coach AD’s Gift & Gameday Experience
Starter
Captain
AllConference
$50-$499
$500-$999
$1,000-$4,999
Champion
AllAmerican
Hall of Fame
AD’s Cabinet Gold
AD’s Cabinet Diamond
AD’s Cabinet Platinum
$5,000$9,999
$10,000$14,999
$15,000$24,999
$25,000$49,999
$50,000$74,999
$75,000+
Season Ticket
IN ENTERTAINMENT
Special Pricing
GEC Jr. Membership $50*** Save 77%
Golden Eagle Game Night is a gathering of fans prior to the men’s basketball games! Fans can enjoy food, fellowship, door prizes and excitement about the upcoming game! Fans will also hear from one of our coaches in a “Chalk talk” format on what they should expect from our team and our opponent that night. The Game Night experience is available as an a-la-carte upgrade to any fan with just a $400 donation required! Junior Golden Eagle Club Members (Ages 2335) receive access to Golden Eagle Game Night for only $100 per person! Contact Bobby Baehr for more information about Golden Eagle Game Night!
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Golden Eagle Game Night
KIDS FREE IN
ORU BASKETBALL
THE PREMIER FAMILY EXPERIENCE This year ORU again offers something incredibly unique to Tulsa area families. ALL kids 13 and under will will receive complimentary tickets when their parents/guardians purchase season tickets or individual game tickets.
(Ages 23-35) Senior Price $99* Save 54%
(60 and older) Varsity Club $99* Save 54%
(Former letter winners) *Does not include seat donation if applicable. **$100 for Game Night
Call or Text 918.495.7ORU
AFFORDABLE ∙ FUN ∙ FAMILY FRIENDLY ∙ NCAA DIVISION I BASKETBALL
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MAY
JULY
SEPTEMBER
• Basketball Season Tickets/ Golden Eagle Club Renewals Packets Sent Out
• Start of Fiscal Year
JUNE
• ORU Pro-Am Classic
• Basketball Season Ticket Renewal Deadline, Champions Dinner
AUGUST
OCTOBER
• Fall Semester Begins
• Courtside Countdown, Basketball Season Tickets/Game Night Passes Mailed, Basketball Single Game Tickets on Sale
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
• Baseball Season Tickets/Grand Slam Club Renewals Mailed, Giving Tuesday
Donor seating for men’s basketball (sections A-D & J-M) requires a per seat donation to be given in addition to the season ticket price. A donation can be given at any level (Standard, Junior or Varsity) to qualify for donor seating.
SUITES—Above sections K and L with seating for 20. Suites lease on one, three and five year contracts. For information, contact Tim Johnson at 918.495.7951.
ORU
COURTSIDE SEATS—$3,000 per seat donation required. Includes Golden Eagle Game Night and
MABEE CENTER
halftime refreshments delivered to your seat.
STANDARD—$100 per seat donation required. Sections A-D and J-M. JUNIOR—$50 per seat donation required. For fans ages 23-35. Discounts available for season tickets and Game Night. Sections A-D and J-M only.
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MARCH
• Bracketology Breakfast
FEBRUARY
• Champions Dinner, Baseball Single Game Tickets on Sale, Hall of Fame game (February 1st)
APRIL
• Golf Marathon, The ELIs (All-Sports Banquet), Fiscal Year Ends
Golden Eagle Game Night/Game Day is the gathering of fans prior to the men’s basketball games. Food, fellowship and fun DEVELOP an atmosphere of excitement prior to watching the Golden Eagles take the court. Hear from coaches as well as other special guests to get inside tips and information. Access is available to all season ticket holders! See Game Page 27 for details.
BASKETBALL PREMIUM AND PRIORITY SEATING
member. Sections H, J, and M only.
• Spring Semester Begins, Diamond Dinner
GOLDEN EAGLE GAME NIGHT/GAME DAY
Note: Women’s Tickets complimentary with purchase of Men’s!
VARSITY—$50 per seat donation and discounted season ticket price. Must be a current Varsity Club
JANUARY
• Homecoming (November 8th)
Premium Seating
(Suites & Courtside Seats)
Priority Seating General Public
Student Seating Unavailable
BASKETBALL PRIORITY PARKING
Priority Parking for men’s basketball is available to all donors at the Champion ($5,000+) level and above. Director’s Lot parking permits will be distributed with Golden Eagle Club materials to donors in October.
Donor Parking Lot
GRAND SLAM ROOM ACCESS AND BASEBALL PARKING
Baseball Grand Slam Room access and priority parking are available to all donors at the Champion ($5,000+) level and above. This benefit may be purchased a la carte for $1,000 for the entire baseball season. This gives you up to four access passes to the Grand Slam Room and one parking pass.
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ALWAYS ASK BEFORE YOU ACT At Oral Roberts University, compliance with NCAA rules is of the utmost importance. As a member of the NCAA and the Summit League, the University is responsible for the actions of its coaches, student-athletes and staff, as well as alumni, boosters and fans. It is vital to the mission of the Athletic Department and the University that all NCAA, Summit League and University rules pertaining to boosters are strictly adhered to. WHO IS A BOOSTER?
A booster is any representative of an institution’s athletic interests. This includes: • A person who has made financial contributions to the ORU Golden Eagle Club, ORU Athletics or to an individual ORU Athletics sport. • A corporate sponsor of ORU Athletics. • A person who has purchased ORU Basketball or Baseball season tickets. • A person who has been involved in promoting ORU’s athletic programs. • Once an individual is identified as a booster, the person retains that identity forever. BASICS FOR ALL BOOSTERS TO REMEMBER:
• Tickets: Boosters cannot receive complimentary admission to an ORU sporting event from an ORU student-athlete, unless the student-athlete is a family member. • Recruiting: Boosters cannot be involved in the recruitment process in any way. Boosters may continue pre-existing relationships with family and friends provided the booster does not encourage enrollment at ORU to participate in athletics.
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• Employment of Student-Athletes: A student-athlete may be employed by a booster so long as all the following conditions are met: • The student-athlete is only paid for work actually performed. • The student-athlete is paid the “going rate” in the Tulsa area for similar services. • The student-athlete is NOT compensated based on his or her reputation, athletic ability or for any value his or her athletic status brings to the employer. • The student-athlete registers the job with the ORU Athletics Compliance Office prior to beginning work. • Promotional Activities and Donations: All requests for donations, autographs and promotional assistance involving an ORU student-athlete must be approved by the ORU Athletics Compliance Office. Student-athletes cannot permit the use of their name, photo or likeness to promote any commercial enterprise regardless of whether the student-athlete is compensated. This limitation also includes advertised appearances by student-athletes. • Extra Benefits and Preferential Treatment: Studentathletes must be treated as regular students or members of the general public. Student-athletes must receive the same treatment as any other customer. They may not receive discounts or free items unless the same offers are advertised and available to the general public.
• Examples of impermissible activities: • Signing or cosigning a note for a loan for a prospect or student-athlete. • Providing a prospect or student-athlete with the use of an automobile. • Arranging free or reduced charges for professional or personal services for prospects or student-athletes. • Promising financial aid for post-graduate education to any prospect or student-athlete. • Providing free or reduced rent or housing to any prospect or student-athlete. CONTACT THE ORU ATHLETICS COMPLIANCE OFFICE WHEN:
• Providing any type of benefit (product, service or discount) to a student-athlete. • You have a relationship with a prospective student-athlete being recruited to participate in college sport. • Requesting a donation from ORU Athletics, including autographs. • Requesting student-athletes to make an appearance at your business, event or if you would like to use your support of ORU Athletics in any type of advertising.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the ORU Athletics Compliance Office at: 918.495.7095.
GOLDEN EAGLE CLUB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The following Q & A is intended to provide you with some general information regarding your participation as a Golden Eagle Club donor. Please contact the Golden Eagle Club staff for more information at 918.495.6424. What are the changes to Golden Eagle Game Night? Golden Eagle Game Night is no longer tied to your seat donation. This change makes Golden Eagle Game Night partially tax deductible. All Season Ticket Holders are able to purchase Golden Eagle Game Night Passes. See Page 27 for pricing.
How do I improve my seat? For non-Golden Eagle Club members, you can improve your seating location to one of the eight center sections (A-D, J-M) by providing a per-seat donation as required by the Golden Eagle Club.
When are season tickets and parking passes mailed? Golden Eagle Club information, as well as basketball tickets and priority parking passes are mailed in October. Baseball tickets and priority parking passes, available to Grand Slam Club members, are mailed in February.
How will the new tax law impact me? Congress recently passed new tax legislation that changes the way donations tied to tickets are handled, eliminating the 80% rule. Please consult your tax advisor as to how this might impact your taxable charitable deductions. Regardless of how your taxes are handled, the impact all giving has on our student-athletes and athletic program is incredible!
Do I need to purchase a ticket for my child, even if they are in and out of their seat? No! All kids 13 and under are free. Please reference page 28. My company has a matching gift program. What do I need to do to make sure the matching gift is applied to my annual donation? Contact the Golden Eagle Club and we will assist you in your matching gift request. Your company’s matching gift form should be attached to your Golden Eagle Club donor form. How do I get Summit League and/or NCAA Tournament tickets? It is the goal of the Golden Eagle Club to offer an option to purchase tickets for postseason games to all donors and season ticket holders based on availability.
For members already in priority seating wishing to change seat locations, contact the Athletic Ticket Sales Office at 918.495.7ORU(7678) or indicate it on your order.
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ELI AWARDS BANQUET
Iron Eagle Award Recipents Josh Tabla & Keni Jo Lippe
The Carter Cup
Women’s Basketball Team
Whole Person Champions
Lakota Beatty, Bryce Choate, Tori Roe and Cody Burrows
2018-19 Volleyball MVP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tori Roe 2018-19 Men’s Basketball MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kevin Obanor 2018-19 Women’s Basketball MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lakota Beatty 2018-19 Men’s Tennis MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marcello Moreira 2018-19 Women’s Tennis MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gorana Kadijevic 2018-19 Men’s Soccer MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tarik Nicholls 2018-19 Women’s Soccer MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ryliegh Bohnenstiehl 2017-18 Men’s Golf MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cody Burrows 2017-18 Women’s Golf MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kennedy Ishee 2017-18 Baseball MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spencer Henson 2018-19 Academic Excellence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lara Picht, Tori Roe 2018-19 Men’s Indoor Track & Field MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jaden Purnell 2018-19 Women’s Indoor Track & Field MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sasha Wells 2018-19 Men’s Outdoor Track & Field MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Israel Nelson 2018-19 Women’s Outdoor Track & Field MVP. . . . . . . . . . . Kayvon Stubbs 2018-19 Women’s Cross Country MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jessica Romero 2018-19 Men’s Cross Country MVP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bryce Choate 2018-19 “All-In” Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alex Schmitz, Tatum Grigsby 2018-19 Breakout Athlete of the Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kevin Obanor 2018-19 Comeback Athlete of the Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lakota Beatty
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Member Name:_____________________________________________
Employer:_________________________________________________
Spouse:___________________________________________________
Birthday:(mm/day) ______/ ______ Spouse Birthday: ______/_____
Name to be listed in game program:____________________________
Former Student Athlete? £ Yes £ No
Address: __________________________________________________
Sport:_____________________________________________________
City: _____________________________________________________
Alumnus? £ Yes £ No
State: ____________________________________________________
Spouse Alumnus? £ Yes £ No
ZIP: ______________________________________________________
Current Faculty or Staff? £ Yes £ No
Phone: ______________________ Mobile:______________________ E-mail:____________________________________________________
SELECT DONOR SEATING PACKAGE: £ GOLDEN EAGLE GAME NIGHT: $400/person. Includes Pre-Game Meal and Halftime Snacks. £ STANDARD: $100/seat £ JUNIOR: $50/seat (For fans ages 23-35. Juniors can add Golden Eagle Game Night for an additional $100/ person. Sections A-D and J-M only.) £ VARSITY: $50/seat (Must be a current Varsity Club member. (Sections H, J, and M only.)
PLEASE CHECK ONE DONOR LEVEL
Note: You do not purchase a donor level, you are slotted based on total giving to the Golden Eagle Club.
£ £ £ £ £ £ £ £ £
AD’s Cabinet Platinum...................................$75,000+ AD’s Cabinet Diamond...................................$50,000 - $74,999 AD’s Cabinet Gold............................................$25,000 - $49,999 Hall of Fame.......................................................$15,000 - $24,999 All-American......................................................$10,000 - $14,999 Champion............................................................$5,000 - $9,999 All-Conference..................................................$1,000 - $4,999 Captain.................................................................$500 - $999 Starter..................................................................$100 - $499
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Please Indicate Your Gift Amount: $___________________________________
£ Pay in installments
£ Giving by check (Please make checks payable to ORU Golden Eagle Club)
Security Code:
(Charged monthly; credit card only)
(Please enclose your company’s matching gift form)
EXP:
SIGNATURE:___________________________________________
DONOR AGREEMENT Donors agree to adhere to and abide by rules and regulations governing intercollegiate athletics as determined by the NCAA, the Summit League and Oral Roberts University. If questions arise concerning the various rules and regulations, donors acknowledge that they should contact the ORU Athletic Compliance Office at 918.495.7095. Donors agree that should they be found by the NCAA or the University to have violated, knowingly or without regard for the same, rules or regulations, they may be disassociated from the University, athletics program and its activities. Donors can be expelled as a member of the Golden Eagle Club and will forfeit all benefits and privileges (including the right to receive priority season tickets and 35
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TIM JOHNSON
Sr Associate Athletic Director
External Operations 918.495.7951 tjohnson@oru.edu
JOHN HARPER President Golden Eagle Club 918.599.2400 johndharperjr@att.net
Will your employer match your gift? £ Yes £ No
£ Please charge my credit card for my membership. CC#:
£ Pay in full
parking at specified athletic events) until the end of the period of disassociation and subsequent reinstatement by the Golden Eagle Club. How will the new tax law impact me? Congress recently passed new tax legislation that changes the way donations tied to tickets are handled, eliminating the 80% rule. Please consult your tax advisor as to how this might impact your taxable charitable deductions. Regardless of how your taxes are handled, the impact all giving has on our student-athletes and athletic program is incredible!
BOBBY BAEHR TIM JOHNSON Executive Sr AssociateDirector Athletic Director Golden Club ExternalEagle Operations 918.495.6668 918.495.7951 bbaehr@oru.edu tjohnson@oru.edu
ORU Golden Eagle Club LEANDER WESLEY 7777 S. Lewis Avenue Director of Ticket Sales Tulsa, OK 74171ORU Athletics 918.495.6424 918.495.7546 oruathletics.comwleander@oru.edu
DEBBIE BOBBY GIMLIN BAEHR Assistant Director Executive Director Golden GoldenEagle Eagle Club Club 918.495.6424 918.495.6668 dgimlin@oru.edu bbaehr@oru.edu
Mabee Center Ticket Office 7777 S. Lewis Avenue Tulsa, OK 74171 918.495.6000 mabeecenter.com
WESLEY LEANDER DEBBIE GIMLIN Director Ticket Sales Assistant of Director ORU Athletics Golden Eagle Club 918.495.7546 918.495.6424 wleander@oru.edu dgimlin@oru.edu
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