Tailgate Party with Dick Butkus
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Considered one of the greatest defensive players in history, Dick Butkus is forever etched in America’s football culture as a man who changed the game through intensity, determination and persistence. Forty years after a knee injury ended his career, watching the Butkus highlight reel from NFL Films is still a pregame ritual for hundreds of high school and collegiate programs.
Following his illustrious career, Butkus enjoyed success in business, broadcasting and entertainment, including appearances in more than 200 movies, television shows and commercials. His entire football career stemmed from the state of Illinois. A native of Chicago, Butkus graduated from Chicago Vocational High School and the University of Illinois. He played his entire professional career for the Chicago Bears, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on the first ballot in 1979. An iconic 1970 Sports Illustrated cover described Butkus as “the most feared man of the game. Throughout his career, Butkus has placed high priority on giving back as a way to honor those who made his career possible and protect the game for generations to come. As a USA Today reporter aptly noted, Butkus is making an even bigger impact off the field than he did on it.
Join us for A VIP Reception with Dick Butkus, wherein you will have exclusive access to a small group gathering with Dick at 4:30pm. VIP tickets ALSO include admission to the Main Event!
Then join us for the Main Event, a larger gathering with Dick, wherein he will share his stories about football, commitment and integrity. This larger event will also have a live auction at which you could win some incredible things. Auction item viewing opens at 5:30, dinner at 6:00pm.
The auction will include items like:
- Autographed Butkus and Chicago Bears merchandise.
- The Top Gun Flying Experience
- Trips to the Masters Tournament
- Sports Fan? Then we’ve got you covered!
- Like to Shop? Well, we have that as well.
- Travel more your speed? You’ll find that here too!
- And a few more surprises as well…
ALL proceeds go to help marriages and families in need!
