DakotaDome Renovations

loge levels are at a mid-tier or higher, but here, we are right on top of the sideline and right on top of the action. Add all of the amenities, and it offers a highclass, top-notch experience.”

The 300 level includes access to the two new entrances and a concourse lined with concessions, rest rooms and even a mother’s room. Jenkins points to an increased efficiency for the west side concessions due to the space and equipment now available in those spots. When he turns to the seating, he talks geometry.

“It’s a lot steeper on the west side,” said Jenkins. “But that puts everyone on top of the action, so there’s really not a bad seat in the house.”

Two other essential upgrades that will aid the fan experience are the lighting and sound system. Wherever you are inside the venue, you should be able to hear the same sounds with clarity. The lighting, in addition to being brighter and quieter, will allow for theatrical effects for pregame and halftime performances.

“Just like there was a wow factor when players walked into the locker room, there is going to

be a wow factor when patrons return to the DakotaDome,” said Jenkins. “I think everybody is going to be that much more proud to be a Coyote.”

Still to Come

Phase two of the west side renovations is already underway. It includes the completion of a new training room and hydrotherapy area, which will be on the 100 level adjacent to the locker room. It won’t only benefit football, but all of the other Coyote sports that train within the Dome.

Phase two also includes the 400 level where football coaches’ offices, meeting rooms and film rooms will be prominent. Those improvements are expected to be complete by January of 2021.

“So many student-athletes will be impacted by these changes,” said Jenkins. “The athletic training room will be convenient and state-of-the-art, and the space vacated by the football staff will provide spacing opportunities for other programs. It truly is an exciting time.”

OUR MISSION & VISION The mission of the USD Howling Pack is to promote and financially support the University of South Dakota Athletic Department and all individual athletic teams, while encouraging the development of the student-athlete. The vision of the USD Howling Pack is to support all athletic programs by creating an exciting collegiate atmosphere. By establishing an environment of opportunity, University of South Dakota student-athletes and coaches are compelled to demonstrate academic integrity and exemplary citizenship, while performing at the highest level of collegiate competition. Through this support, studentathletes can maximize athletic success while reaching their full potential as people, and as students. The USD Howling Pack is furthering community awareness of all USD athletic programs, as well as rallying support among the university’s alumni and friends. This support will be maintained in accordance with policies of the University of South Dakota and NCAA rules and regulations.

GREAT EXPECTATIONS SCHOLARSHIP Jim and Shirley Ahrendt Larry and Tappy Hultgren Jamie Beisch Scott and Lisa Jones Coyote Brotherhood (3) Dr. Jeremy and Jennifer Kudera Dennis Hagele Joseph R. Massa James and Jane Harrenga (2) Philip and Marjorie Odeen Jack and Gina Hopkins Ryan Taylor David and Paula Hultgren Yankton Howling Pack Chapter

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HOWLING PACK BOARD The Howling Pack is overseen by a strong and knowledgeable board of directors that helps increase membership and promotes the mission of the Howling Pack. Board members are comprised of the alumni, business, and/or community leaders from across the state of South Dakota. Kim Burma Thomas Holland Sean Powell Aaron Clayton Rusty Jensen Dan Radigan Jim Clement Chris Knight Jeff Sayler Daniel Doyle Jennifer Kudera Torrey Sundall Carla Ewald Michelle Maloney Luke Tibbetts Scott Fiedler Greg McEldowney Erik VanLaecken Tom Freiberg Dave Needham David Zimbeck Bush Fullerton Jeff Nelson

ENDOWMENTS As of March 31, 2020, the department of athletics held 55 endowments with a market value of $10,466,868. 1978 Championship Football Team Vern & Joan Holter Track Scholarship Sanford Health Merritt J. & Lois Hughes

Scholarship John House Scholarship Scholarship Charles & Peg Amant Athletic Scholarship Carl B. “Rube” & Hazel Hoy Memorial Sanford Health Opportunity Scholarship Bergman Family Scholarship Athletic Scholarship Sanford Health Summit League Darrel E. Boyd Memorial Scholarship Roger L & Patricia A Kozak Intercollegiate Scholarship Ordell Braase Scholarship Athletic Scholarship Russel E. Sauvage Scholarship Frank Chamberlin Tennis Scholarship Mark C. Larson Golf Scholarship Scott & Mary Jo Smith Football Dwane Clodfelter Scholarship Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Scholarship Jim & Clifton Daniels Scholarship Dan H. and Marjorie E. Lennon Thomas W. Taylor Memorial Scholarship Charlie Coyote Scholarship Scholarship Fred Tibbetts Memorial Scholarship Jack Doyle Scholarship Lewis Family Athletic Scholarship Track and Field/Cross Country Alumni Jim Dyer Business School/ E. Don & Betty McCullough Aquatics Scholarship

Basketball Scholarship Scholarship Robert E & John Van Why II Scholarship Ebenshade Family Scholarship Tim McFarland Memorial Scholarship June & Lyle Wagner Athletics Scholarship The First National Bank in Sioux Falls Wayne “Moose” & Mary M. Merrigan June & Lyle Wagner Basketball

Athletic Scholarship Football Scholarship Scholarship Dr. T. Frederick Anstett Memorial Monica Moran Memorial Scholarship June & Lyle Wagner Football Scholarship

Track Scholarship James O’Connor Memorial June & Lyle Wagner Track & Field Will & Carol Freeman Basketball Clifford G. Papik Athletic Scholarship Scholarship

Scholarship James J. Rath Scholarship June & Lyle Wagner Women’s Basketball Mike Freidel Memorial Scholarship Sanford Health Coyote Athletic Scholarship Miner Gleason Business Scholarship Scholarship David Walish Scholarship Jacque Gustafson Family Scholarship Sanford Health Miner Gleason Football Lanny and Dr. Victoria Walker Scholarship Richard D. Hagerty Scholarship Scholarship Williams-Anderson Award for James & Nini Hart Athletic Scholarship Athletic Training - 28 -