BAKERSFIELD, Calif.- The CSU Bakersfield Athletics Department has announced the establishment of the 'Runners Varsity Club, an organization for former CSUB student-athletes.

The mission of the Runners Varsity Club is to foster a culture of pride and giving by connecting former student-athletes and spirit squad members to the University, while enhancing their relationships with the Department of Athletics. The Varsity Club seeks to honor the legacy of CSUB Athletics and encourage engagement with current student-athletes in their quest for academic and athletic success.

“The creation of the Varsity Club is another exciting step in recognizing the contributions of former student-athletes and their impact on the lives of those currently competing for CSUB," said athletics director Kenneth “Ziggy” Siegfried. "We hope this connection will benefit all involved and foster a culture that embraces our wonderful athletics history while building towards the future."

This exclusive club is an alumni association for all alumni student-athletes and spirit squad members of the CSUB Roadrunners. The $50 annual membership fee includes all the benefits associated with a $100 donation to The Roadrunner Scholarship Fund while also including:

·         Membership to the CSUB Alumni Association

·         Exclusive Varsity Club polo

·         Access to alumni events and communications

·         Invitation to special events

·         10% discount at the Runner Bookstore on all CSUB items

·         Discounted rates at the Student Rec Center

·         Tax deductions

·         A special thank-you gift

Information regarding upcoming 'Runners Varsity Club events will be coming soon with several events planned for the upcoming basketball seasons. Registration is currently underway with brochures being mailed out to several former student-athletes.

The attached online form can also be printed, filled out and returned to:

CSUB Athletics

Attn: Varsity Club

9001 Stockdale Highway

8 GYM

Bakersfield, CA 93311

For more information contact assistant athletics director Josiah Castro at 661-654-3209 or deputy athletics director Dena Freeman-Patton at (661) 654-2865.