The Wolfpacker: An Independent Magazine Covering NC State Sports
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■ WOLFPACK CLUB NEWS Representative Spotlight Johnny Robinson Hometown: New Bern, N.C. Occupation: Insurance agent in New Bern, N.C., with of- fices in New Bern, Morehead and Greenville. Family: Basset hound puppies — Carter and Finley Hobbies/interests: Being a Wolfpack fan and going to football and basketball games, going to the beach, playing guitar and working. come a Wolfpack fan? I grew up an NC State fan, going to Wolfpack games. My father and grandfather were both NC State fans. I've been a State fan for as long as I can remember. How did you be- Johnny Robinson Club? When I first moved back home to New Bern, there were not many events going on, and one of my friends from college was Phillip Wood. He works for the Wolfpack Club. It kind of sprung out from that, and we thought of some things to get people involved like having a caravan. With Phillip being involved, it made it a lot easier. Why did you decide to get involved with the Wolfpack Wolfpack Club? Frankly it comes down to money. They need the money for the funding of the scholarships. Those scholarships don't fund themselves. It doesn't mean you have to give $2 million, it basically means we need as many donors as we can have to fund those scholarships. That's the lifeblood of the programs, and the more people involved, the less they have to worry about that. Why should someone that's not a member join the Experience Luxury at Carter-Finley Stadium! Treat your guests to a first class experience. Reserve your space now to entertain clients, friends, and family in Vaughn Towers! We have immediate availability in sections 101 and 111 in the Dail Club as well as a few open suites. If you are interested, please contact Kelley Catlett at (919) 865-1430 for more information. that naming the Wolfpack Club in your will could qualify your loved ones for significant tax advan- tages? Donors can also purchase a life insurance policy or set up a similar plan to endow a scholar- ship through planned giving as well as receive Wolfpack Club credit for a will bequest. Did you know ... WOLFPACK CLUB game-day traditions? Just tail- gating for the football games. That's always a good time. We have a lot of people come by for our tailgate. Do you have any favorite Who is your favorite all-time student athlete? Chip Thomas. Anyone who would like to consider any of these options can start by contacting Buzzy Correll at 919-865-1508. Become a fan of us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter! www.facebook.com/wolfpackclub www.twitter.com/wolfpackclub MAY 2012 ■ 9