Patrick Mahomes, the star quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs and an alumnus of Texas Tech University, has amplified his support for the Texas Tech Red Raiders’ softball team during their journey in the Women’s College World Series (WCWS). As the Red Raiders seek their first national title, Mahomes has consistently showcased his enthusiasm for the team, especially after they clinched the Big 12 championship and advanced to compete in Oklahoma City.
>For the entire spring, Mahomes has used social media to show his steadfast support for the Red Raiders. His posts thank the maintenance team for their hard work and celebrate the team’s accomplishments. They unite the base behind the noble quest for a national championship. This week, he made the news again by ‘loving on’ the team by sending them custom merch. Swag included custom fitted varsity-style jackets and custom made shoes designed specifically for the players.
Regardless of the outcome, the Red Raiders’ run to the championship series has been a marked improvement on their previous appearances in the WCWS. They’ll need everyone on their game for their big Thursday night matchup at 7 p.m. ET. Their mission? To even the series and send it back to a winner-take-all Game 3. Inspiration for this question notwithstanding, the excitement surrounding this matchup is incredibly high on all sides. The Tiger Cats are focused on their true aim of becoming national champions.
Mahomes’ ties to Texas Tech obviously go beyond the football field, and his non-stop support shows just how proud he is of his alma mater. In fact, the quarterback’s impact goes way beyond the realm of athletics. He represents the same bounceback-ability that makes up the soul of the Red Raiders. His commitment has without a doubt motivated both players and fans to an extreme level.
The Texas Tech Red Raiders are searching for their own glory on the softball diamond. They realize they have an unexpected and big-time supporter in Mahomes, who goes to the mat for his alma mater with fiery zeal. The personalized gear he provided serves not only as a morale booster but as a reminder of the community rallying behind them.
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