Heartland Catbackers
Join us as we celebrate K-State pride and raise support for the Ahearn Scholarship Fund.
Become a Member
Become a member and connect with fellow Wildcats for fun events, while supporting future area K-state students with scholarships.
Annual Golf Tournament / Scholarship Banquet
Join fellow Wildcats for a golf tournament to celebrate K-State and enjoy some camaraderie on the links.Not a golfer? You’re invited to attend dinner, the scholarship auction and program. All proceeds fund scholarships for area K-Staters and the Ahearn Scholarship Fund.
Join the Heartland Catbackers
Join us for watch parties, socials, and trips to K-State athletic events. We are always interested in more volunteers.
Golf Tournament
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Join fellow Wildcats for a golf tournament to celebrate K-State and enjoy some camaraderie on the links. Not a golfer? You’re invited to come to dinner, the scholarship auction and program. All proceeds fund scholarships for area K-Staters and the K-State Ahearn Scholarship Fund.Golf Tournament
Friday, July 11, 2025
7:45 a.m. golf check-in
8:30 a.m. shotgun start, two teams per hole
Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course
1450 Golf Course Road, Hays, Kansas
$115 per golfer – includes green fees, cart fee, lunch,
hole prizes and flighted prizes
$460 per four-person team
$20 per ticket raffle prizes
Beverages on the courseRegister by Monday, June 30, 2025
For golf questions contact: Christy Kleweno 785-650-3314,
Gus Konz ’15 785-259-1424 or Lori Vitztum 785-650-5278
Registration is due by June 30, 2025
Scholarship Dinner & Auction
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Alumni, Fans and Friends of K-State - Register below to attend the Banquet.Prospective students, you’re invited to join Hays area K-Staters for
dinner and an introduction to K-State. Class of 2025 high school
graduates, members of the class of 2026, and transfer students
will receive a free T-shirt and dinner. A scholarship drawing will be held at the dinner for all those attending Kansas State University in the fall of 2025. Pre-registration is required.BANQUET & AUCTION INFORMATION
4:30 p.m. doors open, 5:30 p.m. dinner with program to follow
Hays VFW, 2106 Vine St., Hays, Kansas
$25 per adult Kids under 18 Free
Free for high school juniors & seniors classes of 2025
and 2026. Net proceeds go toward scholarships to local students
High school juniors and seniors who attend will receive a free
K-State T-shirt.
A scholarship drawing will take place for high school seniors
planning to attend K-State in the fall of 2025.Reservations due by Monday, June 30,2025
No dinner guarantee after deadline
Register for the banquest online: heartlandcatbackers.org
For banquet and auction questions contact:
Lori Vitztum 785-650-5278 or [email protected]
Trudy Alstatt 785-623-3079 or [email protected]
Registration is due by June 30, 2025
Upcoming Events
Friday, July 11, 2025
Golf Tournament and Scholarship Dinner/Auction
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Thank you for becoming a member—your support helps us celebrate K-State, connect Wildcat fans, and fund scholarships through the Ahearn Scholarship Fund. We’re excited to have you on the team!
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Your donation helps fund scholarships for K-State student-athletes through the Ahearn Scholarship Fund—thank you for supporting their future, both on and off the field.
Thank You!
Thank you for your generous donation! Your support of the Ahearn Scholarship Fund helps K-State student-athletes thrive in the classroom and in competition—Wildcat Nation is stronger because of you.
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