2017 MEMBERSHIP GUIDE
T E X A S
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A T H L E T I C S
WELCOME M I S S I O N S TAT E M E N T The Bobcat Club is the principal fundraising arm of the Texas State Intercollegiate Athletics Department. The Bobcat Club provides a way for supporters to help talented Texas State student-athletes receive a toptier education while pursuing their goals both on and off the field of competition. While the primary focus is providing scholarship support for student-athletes, the Bobcat Club is also focused on raising funding for facilities upgrades and high impact projects that directly benefit our student-athletes.
The Bobcat Club is an organization of alumni, fans, former studentathletes, coaches and friends who are passionate about helping our studentathletes excel both in the classroom and in competition. With the rising cost of college tuition, private contributions and support from our members are absolutely critical to ensure the ongoing success of our student-athletes.
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LETTER FROM THE AD
4 W H O YO U S U P P O R T 6 | A Few Words From Current Student-Athletes 8 | Shining Moments of the 2016-17 Season 10 H OW YO U SUPPORT THEM 13 | Your Support - Value by the Numbers 15 | T he Cost of Experience 16 | Student-Athlete Welfare 17 | Facility Enhancements 18 | Future Facility Enhancements 20 | Donor Contributions Across the Sun Belt Conference 22 H OW YO U C A N GET IN THE GAME 24 | The 5 Stages of Generosity 26 H O W W E S AY T H A N K Â YO U 28 | Donor Levels & Benefits 30 | A Few Words From Former Student-Athletes 32 | Priority Seating & Parking 34 A B O U T U S 36 | Frequently Asked Questions 37 | Payment Information
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LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS Texas State Supporters, What does it mean to be a Bobcat? What defines us? Some would say our grit. Others would say our passion. Still others would say our pride for all things Maroon & Gold. I would suggest adding another word to that list: Generosity. The Texas State Athletic Department has experienced unparalleled generosity from its supporters over the last decade. With gifts large and small, from established donors to Student Bobcat Club members, there has never been a more generous era in Texas State Athletics’ history. Within the Texas State Athletic Department, our singular goal is to mold young men and women – through training, competition and coursework – to become the next leaders in the state of Texas and beyond. Our coaches play a part in this goal. Our administrators play a part in this goal. And you play a part in this goal through your generous financial contribution to the Bobcat Club. As you turn the pages of this membership guide, I hope you will feel motivated to give back to Texas State University. The cost of education continues to rise, and, with it, so does the need for supporters like you to give back. Investing in a college degree is one of the surest investments you can make, and when you donate to the Bobcat Club, you are investing in the education of current student-athletes and the future generation of Texas State graduates. Join today.
Dr. Larry Teis
Director of Athletics, Texas State University
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Through the selfless generosity of our Bobcat Club donors, we are able to provide young men with the structure and support they need to excel in the classroom and on the field. There is no greater feeling than stepping up on stage, whether to accept a diploma or accept a championship trophy. That vision cannot be made a reality without the support of our Bobcat community. Everett Withers
Head Football Coach
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WHO YOU SUPPO
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A FEW WORDS FROM
CURRENT STUDENT-ATHLETES
Earning a scholarship at Texas State has been life changing! Without the support of the Bobcat Club, there is no way I would have been able to come here.
Deris Duncan
Junior Guard Psychology Major Fishers, Indiana
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If it wasn’t for my track & field scholarship I don’t know how my parents would have done it. I truly recognize the value of a scholarship. Kaylee Krenek
Sophomore Hurdles Recreational Therapy Major Belton, Texas
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SHINING MOMENTS
MEN’S BASKETBALL
TRACK & FIELD
• First 20-win season since 1993
•W omen’s Indoor team claimed the Sun Belt Conference Indoor Title
•F irst post-season tournament appearance since 1997 • First Bobcat to be named All-Conference since 2003 (Kavin Gilder-Tilbury)
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•W omen’s Outdoor team claimed their first-ever Sun Belt Conference Outdoor Championship
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2016-17 SEASON
SOFTBALL •M ost wins (42) since 2003 and third most wins in program history •B ack-to-back NCAA Regional appearances •A dvanced to Sun Belt Conference Championship game for second straight season •R andi Rupp named 2nd Team NFCA All-American
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HOW YOU SUPPO THEM
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VA L U E B Y T H E N U M B E R S
TOTAL NUMBER OF STUDENT-ATHLETES
Annual Fund Numbers for 2016-17 donor year:
1,220,000
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STUDENT-ATHLETE GRADUATION SUCCESS RATE (GSR) (3% INCREASE OVER LAST YEAR AND 23% HIGHER THAN THE GENERAL STUDENT BODY POPULATION)
STUDENT-ATHLETES GRADUATED IN 2016 STUDENT-ATHLETES EARNED 4.0 GPAS (21 - 4.0 GPAS IN FALL 2015; 30 – 4.0 GPAS IN SPRING 2016)
STUDENT-ATHLETES EARNED A 3.0 OR BETTER (116 – 3.0-3.99 GPAS IN FALL 2015; 113 – 3.0-3.99 GPAS IN SPRING 2016)
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Louis Rubin Junior Linebacker Health and Human Performance Major Pearland, Texas
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2 01 6 -17 S T UDEN T-AT HL E T E
COST OF EXPERIENCE In order to compete nationally and in the Sun Belt Conference, Texas State University must ensure the top in-state recruits are choosing to play for the Bobcats while also attracting the best recruits from across the country.
With scholarship costs rising nationally, it is imperative that the Bobcat Club increases both memberships and gifts to cover these costs. Every dollar raised counts toward making the studentathlete dream become a reality. The education and life lessons our student-athletes receive are priceless. Consider increasing your gift today!
$10,200
TUITION & FEES
$ $1,730 PERSONAL & MISC
TOTAL COST
$22,190*
$8,110 ROOM & BOARD
Texas Resident
$1,330
TRANSPORTATION
$820
BOOKS & SUPPLIES * Non-Texas Resident’s cost is $34,430 due to an additional $12,240 from out-of-state tuition and fees.
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S T UDEN T- AT HL E T E
WELFARE
PROGRAMMING TO MOLD TODAY’S STUDENT-ATHLETES INTO TOMORROW’S LEADERS.
PROGRAMS LIKE THE J. RYAN WHITTINGTON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY INSTILL LIFE LESSONS LIKE FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY, COMMUNICATION TRAINING, ACCOUNTABILITY AND OTHER LIFE LESSONS.
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FA C I L I T Y
ENHANCEMENTS
SINCE 2009, TEXAS STATE HAS INVESTED MORE THAN $100 MILLION IN ATHLETIC FACILITY UPGRADES. 512.245.2117
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ENHANC FUTURE FACILITY
TEXAS STATE’S NEW $65 MILLION UNIVERSITY EVENT CENTER WILL TRANSFORM THE STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPERIENCE WITH NEW LOCKER ROOMS, STUDY AREAS AND INCREASED SEATING FOR UP TO 10,000.
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COMPLETION DATE: SEPTEMBER 2018 512.245.2117
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DONOR CON A C R O S S T H E S U N B E LT C O N F E R E N C E THE GAP: FY17 SCHOLARSHIP BUDGET:
$7,291,355 RAISED:
$1,220,000
THE ANNUAL FUND DONATIONS ONLY COVERED
16.73%
Total Annual Fund ARKANSAS STATE
$3,500,000
LOUISIANA
$3,351,282
APPALACHIAN STATE
$3,227,769
GEORGIA SOUTHERN
$1,530,000
IDAHO
$1,471,593
TEXAS STATE
$1,220,000
TROY
$988,000
SOUTH ALABAMA
$917,296
GEORGIA STATE
$899,657
LITTLE ROCK
$750,000
UTA
$720,167
COASTAL CAROLINA
$450,000
NEW MEXICO STATE
$347,000
ULM
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TRIBUTIONS # of Members APPALACHIAN STATE
3,481
LOUISIANA
3,215
ARKANSAS STATE
1,800
TEXAS STATE
1,660
IDAHO
1,640
GEORGIA SOUTHERN
1,600
SOUTH ALABAMA
1,371
LITTLE ROCK
1,100
TROY
950
UTA
859
GEORGIA STATE
793
COASTAL CAROLINA
750
NEW MEXICO STATE
668
ULM
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ARE YOU READY? TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP FORWARD? WHETHER YOU ARE A FIRST-TIME DONOR, A RETURNING MEMBER OR YOU’VE BEEN A RELIABLE SUPPORTER FOR YEARS, WE NEED YOU!
FIRST-TIME
GIFT
RENEW YOUR
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You love Texas State, and you believe in its mission to advance our student-athletes in the classroom and in competition. With your first gift you are making a positive impact on our programs and creating opportunities for success.
SUPPORT
If you have given to the Bobcat Club before, you know the benefits of joining and the impact you’ve made on our studentathletes. Renewing your pledge strengthens our foundation and helps us build momentum toward future success.
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MULTI-YEAR
IMPACT GIVING
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Success, over time, takes commitment.
If you have been giving to the Bobcat Club at the same level for some time, take the next step by increasing to the next highest donor level. If you’re a Maroon Level donor, consider Bronze. Gold Level donor? Consider Diamond. You’ll receive improved benefits and make an even greater impact on our program.
The student-athlete for whom your gift may have the biggest impact may not even be a student here yet. If you are committed to the ongoing mission of the Bobcat Club, consider a multi-year agreement. You can choose a giving plan that increases your pledge each year or sign a multi-year agreement for the same amount each year to make an impact on current and future Bobcats.
Leave a legacy with our program. Ensure that your passion for Texas State Athletics is remembered for years to come and for future generations of student-athletes. Consider starting an endowment in your family name, include Texas State Athletics in your planned giving, or donate to an upcoming construction project. This will ensure that Texas State studentathletes know the level of your commitment to their success and the success of this program.
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2017-18 DONOR LEVELS +
BENEFITS Tax-Deductible Contribution E-mail Updates Car Decal Invitations to Social Events Football Game Program Recognition Prime Seating Opportunity Season Ticket Discounts Football Parking Lot Football Pavilion Tickets Basketball Maroon and Gold Room Reception Access Card Donor Concierge Service Two Private, Pregame Donor Receptions (Basketball & Baseball) Basketball Parking All-Access Streaming Video Subscription Invitation for Two to the Athletic Director Suite at Football Game Travel with a Selected Sports Program to an Away Game
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Maroon Level | $300 – $599
Bronze Level | $600 – $999
Silver Level | $1,000 – $1,249
Gold Level | $1,250 – $2,999
Diamond Level | $3,000 – $5,999
Platinum Level | $6,000 – $9,999
All-Conference Level | $10,000 – $24,999
All-American Level | $25,000 – $49,999
Champion Level | $50,000 – $99,999
Hall of Fame Level | $100,000 and up
Associate Level | $100 – $299
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A FEW WORDS F TYLER SIBLEY ’12
The opportunity to compete as a Texas State Bobcat student-athlete made an endless impact on my life as both a person and a business professional. The vast amount of knowledge, relationships, habits and skillsets developed while on campus in San Marcos continue to serve as the foundation for how I approach my daily challenges and pursuits. The Bobcat Club is the lifeblood of Texas State Athletics, and I am proud to have the opportunity to serve the next generation of Bobcat graduates by supporting the Bobcat Club.
COLBY TARGUN ’15 The Bobcat Club played an instrumental role in helping me to succeed while I was a student-athlete at Texas State University. The scholarship I received allowed me to pursue my passion to compete for both the football and baseball teams while earning an undergraduate degree in business. The life-lessons and relationships I built during these years have helped guide me as I start my career; now working for the National Football League in New York City. Thank you to all who willingly contribute as a member of the Bobcat Club.
DE’QUAD BINDER ’16 As a former Texas State Track and Field student-athlete and first generation college graduate I can attest to the true value of an athletic scholarship. I am confident that the lessons I have learned on the track and in the classroom, have provided me a solid foundation for a successful future. That is why I chose to give back, while as a student-athlete and now as an alumnus. As I begin my professional career, I look forward to being able to provide another young student-athlete the opportunity to learn and compete at Texas State University.
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ROM FORMER STUDENT-ATHLETES TYLER SIBLEY THEN Former Baseball Student-Athlete Bachelor of Business Administration Master of Accountancy • Freshman All-American (2009) • Southland Conference All-Tournament Team (2011) • Earned 2nd Team All-American honors (2011)
COLBY TARGUN THEN Former Baseball & Football Student-Athlete Bachelor of Business Administration • Dual-sport athlete for four years, playing both football and baseball • Totaled 130 career tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss and two interception on the gridiron • Led the baseball team in homeruns (2013) and in triples (2014)
DE’QUAD BINDER THEN Former Track & Field Student-Athlete Bachelor of Science in Applied Sociology Minor in Business Administration • Two-time Sun Belt Conference Outdoor Champion in 800-meter relay (2015, 2016) • Two-time Sun Belt Conference Indoor Champion in 4X400-meter relay (2015, 2016) • Competed in the NCAA Division I Outdoor Championships (2015, 2016)
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TYLER SIBLEY
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Company: Lynd Development Partners Job: Development Partner Philanthropy: Endowment Establisher
COLBY TARGUN
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Company: National Football League Job: Management Council – Labor Operations Philanthropy: Bobcat Club Member
DE’QUAD BINDER
NOW
Company: JC Penney Job: Business Analyst Philanthropy: Bobcat Club Member
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BOBCAT CLUB PRIORITY SEATING The stadium map below outlines the sections on the west side of Bobcat Stadium where a per-seat donation to the Bobcat Club is required to purchase a season ticket.
SECT. ROW DONATION* 103 23–25 $350 103 11–22 $200 SEASON 103 1–10 $100 TICKET COST 102 23–25 $300 102 1–22 $100 104 23–25 $300 104 1–22 $100 203 1–5 $200
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BOBCAT CLUB DONOR PARKING A limited number of RV reserved spaces will be available and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Lot 2 Reserved ( ) parking includes a designated parking spot with name plate. Bobcat Club donor tailgating ( ) is available in Lot 4.
LOCATION Lot 1 Lot 2 Lot 3 Lot 4 RV Reserved Lot 2 Reserved
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FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS WHEN I DONATE TO THE BOBCAT CLUB, WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO? The primary purpose of the Bobcat Club is to offset the educational cost of student-athlete scholarships. The Athletics Department is responsible for the educational expenses (tuition, fees, room, board, books) and the newly budgeted “Cost of Attendance” of nearly 350 student-athletes who receive scholarships to attend Texas State University and represent the university in intercollegiate competition. In addition, Bobcat Club donations help ensure Texas State’s tradition of excellence continues to grow by investing in practice and game facility upgrades and academic resources for all of our student-athletes and athletics programs. HOW CAN I CONTRIBUTE TO THE BOBCAT CLUB? Making a donation to the Bobcat Club is easy. Contributions can be made by mailing in a Bobcat Club pledge form, donating online at txstatebobcatclub.com, or over the phone. If you would like to make a contribution over the phone,
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please call (512) 245-2117 to speak with a Bobcat Club representative.
per seat donations may differ depending on your seat location.
If you have any other questions, please send an e-mail to the Bobcat Club at bobcatclub@txstate.edu.
DO DAN & CINDEE DIEPENHORST CHAMPIONS CLUB SEAT HOLDERS RECEIVE BOBCAT CLUB DONOR BENEFITS? Yes! As with all priority football season tickets, both Gold and Platinum Dan & Cindee Diepenhorst Champions Club seats require a per-seat donation (effective for all new threeyear club seat agreements). Gold Champions Club Level seats (outside the 35 yard lines) require a $250 per seat donation to the scholarship fund in addition to the $1500 ticket cost. Platinum Champions Club Level Seats (inside the 35 yard lines) require a $500 per seat donation to the scholarship fund in addition to the $1500 ticket cost. These per seat donations make club seat ticket holders eligible for Bobcat Club member benefits as would any other donation to the scholarship fund.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BEING A BOBCAT CLUB MEMBER? The greatest benefit of Bobcat Club membership is knowing that your donation directly supports the academic, athletic and personal growth of nearly 350 Texas State student-athletes. Our donor levels and benefits chart indicates the other Bobcat Club benefits available to donors at each of our giving levels. DO I HAVE TO MAKE A DONATION EVERY YEAR? Yes. Your Bobcat Club membership is an annual membership that starts on February 1st of the year you join and continues until January 31st of the following year. If you made a donation to the Bobcat Club in order to secure season tickets you must maintain the required annual minimum per seat donation for that seat location. Minimum
WILL I BE ABLE TO RENEW THE SAME SEATS EACH YEAR? Yes. As long as you make the required minimum per seat
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donation for your seat location and renew your tickets by the deadline, you will be able to retain the season tickets in that location. IS MY DONATION TAX DEDUCTIBLE? Yes. In most cases, the IRS has determined that donations made to the Bobcat Club are roughly 80 percent tax deductible because the donor receives some benefit in exchange for the donation. You may, however, request that you receive no benefit in exchange for your donation and therefore your donation would be 100 percent tax deductible. For more information, please view IRS Pub 526 2017. HOW DO I PAY MY INVOICE ONLINE? You can pay your donation invoice online by logging into your personal donor account. All of your donation information is housed under your Paciolan donor account. To login to your account, visit txstatebobcatclub.com and click “Login Join” on the far right of the navigation bar. If you are having an issue with your login please contact the Bobcat Club at 512-245-2117.
PAYMENT INFORMATION The Bobcat Club accepts cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Payments can be made all at once or spread throughout the year via automatic checking account withdrawals or automatic credit card payments. Contact the Bobcat Club office to set up payments. If you make a pledge and choose to send payments on your own schedule, half of the payment must be received by August 1, 2017, for you to receive your Bobcat Club benefits.
GIVING LEVELS ASSOCIATE $100 – $299
GOLD $1,250 – $2,999
ALL-AMERICAN $25,000 – $49,999
MAROON $300 – $599
DIAMOND $3,000 – $5,999
CHAMPION $50,000 – $99,999
BRONZE $600 – $999
PLATINUM $6,000 – $9,999
HALL OF FAME $100,000 AND UP
SILVER $1,000 – $1,249
ALL-CONFERENCE $10,000 – $24,999
CONTACT INFORMATION NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE
ZIP
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SPOUSE TEXAS STATE CLASS YEAR NAME TO APPEAR IN PROGRAM
THE TEX AS STATE UNIVERSIT Y SYSTEM BOARD OF REGENTS
TWITTER HANDLE
PAYMENT OPTIONS CREDIT CARD VISA
AMEX
MasterCard
DISCOVER
Credit Card #
Rossanna Salazar Chairman | Austin
David Montagne Beaumont
Exp. Date Signature
William F. Scott Vice Chairman | Nederland
Vernon Reaser III Bellaire
Charlie Amato San Antonio
Alan L. Tinsley Madisonville
Veronica Muzquiz Edwards San Antonio
Donna N. Williams Arlington
Dr. Jaime R. Garza San Antonio
Kaitlyn Tyra Student Regent
CHECK (Checks should be made payable to Texas State University.) Paid in Full Bill Me (Half-payment is due August 1, 2017, to receive benefits.) Automatic Monthly Payment Amount: $_________________________________________________ (Based on number of months left in the giving year: 2/1/17-1/31/18) Day of the month:
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BOBCAT CLUB MEMBER WHO REFERRED YOU:
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GIFT. I’d like to make a gift of Yes, I would like to pledge the same amount I gave last year.
Yes, I wish to continue this pledge each year until I inform the Bobcat Club otherwise. Yes, I would like to increase to the next donor level from where I gave last year. Yes, I would like to take the 110% challenge and increase my pledge by 10% over last year’s gift. I am interested in being contacted about season tickets.
T X S TAT E B O B C AT C L U B . C O M TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS Darren B. Casey Athletic Administration Complex 601 University Drive | San Marcos, TX 78666 512.245.2117 | bobcatclub@txstate.edu
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DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS Darren B. Casey Athletic Administration Complex 601 University Drive San Marcos, TX | 78666 512.245.2117 bobcatclub@txstate.edu
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BOBCAT CLUB LEADERSHIP COUNCIL Jordan D. Berry Casey Loerwald Bob Strauss Clayton Bynum Vanessa Cortez Ernie Dominguez Hilary Dominguez Mark Dorsey Matt Edgar
Nan Finch Josh Flowers Gabe Grote Annette Hamon Jeremy Hedrick Denney James Jim Johnson Rob Karisch Tom Madden
Adrian Martinez Ashley McCullough-Dedear Monica McNabb Michael Muhs Raymond (Rene) Rayos Matt Russell James Scott Shayne Stinson Andrae Turner