Lois Patton To Be Recognized On February 4
Patton Is A Pioneer For Women’s Athletics
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Earlier in the school year, it was announced that Lois Patton will be the recipient of the Missouri Valley Conference John Sanders Spirit of the Valley Award. On February 4, she will formally be honored on the University of Evansville campus for the accomplishment.
A luncheon is set for approximately noon on the 4th at Ridgway Center on the UE campus. All are invited to the event to honor Patton as representatives of the Missouri Valley Conference will be on hand to present her with the award. To register, click on the above link. Cost for attending is $20 and includes lunch and the program.
Patton, who has been a pioneer for women’s athletics for 50 years, is a legend with the Purple Aces. Patton was responsible for starting varsity women’s sports in the 1970’s and built several of the great programs that continue to be successful to this day.
She still remains active with the university. Patton has volunteered countless hours to the athletic department as a photographer and is one of the most supportive fans of each program at UE.
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