Event returns to campus once again in March
 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Men’s basketball legend Andy Elkins highlights the 2017 Lunch with the Aces event, which will take place on Friday, March 31, 2017 at the Meeks Gym inside the Carson Center on the University of Evansville campus.
Elkins, who graduated from UE in 1995, led the men’s basketball team to two NCAA Tournament appearances and one NIT berth in his four years with the program. He ranks sixth in program history with 1,761 points in his career.
A record crowd of over 400 was on hand for the 2016 event and this year’s lunch also promises to be a memorable one. The full lunch runs from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. with the program beginning at 12:30 p.m.
Early registration for your spot at the lunch is just $30. The cost will be $35 after 5 p.m. on March 27 and at the door. A Spring Break Special features $15 tickets for those 15 and under. Another new opportunity is available as you can now sponsor a UE student-athlete for just $10.
The meal will be provided by Marx BBQ while a video presentation will be shown at the program. A half pot and silent auction will also be on hand. A Purple Aces student-athlete will be seated at each table and the latest Student-Athletes of the Year will be recognized at the lunch.
“Bringing this event to campus last year took it to a whole new level,†UE Director of Athletics Mark Spencer said. “We had a record attendance and are excited to continue to build upon its success.â€
Corporate tables are available for $350 and come with several unique perks. You receive a table at the front of the room, logo on the video screen, logo in the program, recognition by the emcee and two student-athletes seated at each table. Each corporate table has 8 seats.
To register, click on the link above or print off the registration brochure. All proceeds directly support UE Student-Athletes. For more information, contact Shelbie Weaver at 812-488-1024 or at sw260@evansville.edu.
