The Murray State University Racers announced #KentuckyStrong relief efforts for upcoming games, free general admission tickets, clothing/food drive and a teddy bear toss.
Free General Admission For Both GamesWith the events of Dec. 10 touching thousands of Kentuckians across multiple counties, the Murray State athletic department would like to honor all those affected and the first responders who were there for Kentucky when it needed them the most by offering free general admission tickets to both doubleheaders on Dec. 15 and Dec. 18.
Any fan can come to either game and go to the Upper B or Lower A entrances to claim a free general admission ticket.
Complimentary general admission tickets will only be available the day of the game once gates open at 4:15 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis.
Donation DriveOn both Dec. 15 and 18, Murray State Athletics will collect donations to support relief efforts for the recent tragedy and distribute all collected items to local charities. Any and all new non-perishable food items and clothing items will be accepted, but the items listed below are the most needed at this time.
Blankets, baby food, baby formula, baby wipes, bottled water, buckets, canned food, Clorox wipes, diapers, paper towels, personal hygiene items, socks, spray-on cleaners, toiletries, trash bags and undergarments are the items which can have the greatest and most immediate impact on those affected.
Collection bins will be available at both doubleheaders at the Upper B and Lower A entrances.
Swift & Staley Teddy Bear TossOn Saturday, all fans attending the game are encouraged to bring new or gently-used teddy bears or stuffed animals to toss on the floor at halftime of the men’s game against Chattanooga. All teddy bears and stuffed animals will be donated to local charities for distribution to children affected by the events of Dec. 10. All toys being tossed should be plush and soft in nature with other toy donations being welcome at the donation bins at Upper B and lower A.
Fans wishing to give financially to help support those affected by the events of Dec. 10 can do so through numerous organizations, three of which are summarized below. All donations directly support relief efforts and those tragically impacted.
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