With being limited on preseason fundraising opportunities, first-year East Burke head football coach Derrick Minor put together an effort Friday to use the Lift A Thon to honor the memory of 9/11 as well as contribute to local rescue departments.
The Cavalier Lift A Thon just included the bench press to go by current Covid regulations.
Each EB player either had eleven sponsors or raised funds by eleven cents per pound.
"We typically do this as one of our main fundraisers, it was just an opportunity for this to be on a Friday and use the 9/11 theme," said Minor.
Once the funds are all collected, a contribution will be donated to the Icard Township Fire Department.
"My goal as a football coach and program is to use the platform we have for people beyond the football field."
Minor also added it was a fun experience as there was support from EBHS teachers and they also came together to honor the memory of former Cavalier quarterback and Class of 2004 graduate Robbie Putnam, who passed away last Sunday, signing a football to be given to the family.
The top lifters were Noah Rooks (varsity offensive line), Blane Fulbright (varsity skill), Alan Barnes (JV offensive line), and Connor Mobley (JV skill).
Davis Wall (most online donations), Jarrod Shell (varsity sponsors), and Levi Coble (JV sponsors) were also recognized for the most contributions.
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