THURSDAY, MAY 16 | WASSERMAN FOOTBALL CENTER

You are invited to a fundraising event inspired by the 90s to support the Austin Ekeler Foundation's initiative to provide weight room renovations in under-resourced high schools.

THE EVENT

Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of the early 90s, the era that inspired our exciting theme. Saved by the Barbell not only reminisces about the past but also shines a light on the future by showcasing the foundation's upcoming high school weight room projects.

7:00 PM Cocktails | 8:00 PM Dinner & Program

Attire: Cocktail with an early 90’s flare.

GENERAL TICKET: $500

VIP TICKET: $1,000*

SPONSOR OPPORTUNITES: starting at $5,000*

*Includes access to the VIP “Detention” after-party

THE CAUSE

Saved by the Barbell shines a light on the future, showcasing the Austin Ekeler Foundation's upcoming high school weight room projects. These projects are integral to the Foundation's mission of impacting under-resourced schools and empowering high school athletes to thrive.

Guests will have the opportunity to directly contribute to the ongoing success of the Austin Ekeler Foundation by supporting these transformative initiatives. Through their generosity, attendees will help pave the way for impactful changes in the lives of high school students, providing them with the resources they need to succeed both on and off the field.

THE VENUE

Join us at the NEW Wasserman Football Center: home to the UCLA football program.

The state-of-the-art training facility, which was designed by ZGF Architects LLP and constructed by PCL Construction of Los Angeles, spans approximately 75,000 square feet of space that encompasses the Troy Aikman Strength and Conditioning Center, the Jim and Carol Collins Head Football Coach's Office, locker rooms, training and treatment room, nutrition center, hydrotherapy pools and meeting spaces such as the Terry and Andrea Donahue Team Auditorium. Other amenities include a barbershop, players' lounge, and recruiting lounge and terrace.

University of California, 430 Charles E Young Drive West, Los Angeles, CA 90095

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