What's the one thing that unites every champion, regardless of sport? If a member of the 1970 New York Knicks and 2012 North Dakota State Bison met at a bar, what's the one thing they would have in common?
A championship ring.
Fresh off its first NAIA national championship, Southern Oregon is looking for help to purchase its set of championship rings. The Raiders have set up a fundraising drive in hopes of raising $37,000 to buy 150 rings for players and staff.
"Unlike the NCAA Division I level – where the championship rings are already paid for – the Raiders have to purchase their own. Each ring costs approximately $250," the page reads. "You can honor a player or position group by donating to the "Ring 'Em Up" campaign. Your gift will help create a lasting memory for our National Champions. Help us commemorate (and decorate) this historic group of SOU student-athletes."
Athletics director Bobby Heiken told the Associated Press said that Southern Oregon has raised $14,000, putting them about 40 percent of the way there.
(via NBC Sports, CBS Sports)