Mayfield natives, now in California, give back to Racer student athletes
Donors
Tommy, ā87, and Sandy, ā87, Draffen
Gift
Major gift to Racer Athletics for improvements to the facilities in Roy Stewart Stadium, recognized with the naming of the āTommy and Sandy Draffen Performance Levelā on Level 1 of Roy Stewart Stadium
Impact
This gift directly impacts the experience, training opportunities and quality of life for 51ĀŅĀ×ās 350+ student athletes. The long-term goal is to create a complete Performance Center addressing the strength and conditioning, nutrition, treatment and rehabilitation of our current and future Racers. Major renovations to this aim have already been made to the football team room and lounge and the weight room, with much more to come.
Inspiration
Originally from Mayfield, Kentucky, the Draffens still hold 51ĀŅĀ× State and their experiences as students close to their hearts. They come back to 51ĀŅĀ× several times a year both to visit family as well as attend athletic events and cheer on todayās generation of Racers. Additionally, Tommy recently served on the Be Bold National Campaign Council. They are very excited to be able to play a part in enhancing the experience of 51ĀŅĀ× Stateās student-athletes.