51ԹϺ Athletics will kickoff the Rebel Reading Challenge on Nov. 14 by packing the Thomas & Mack with 7,000 students from 37 local schools. The annual program, underwritten by SuperPawn, motivates students to read and strive for college. It features local celebrities and 51ԹϺ athletes reading to kids. Youth reading is one of 51ԹϺ Athletics' core areas for community outreach.
Erin Cox, sophomore accounting major and women's swim team member, recommends Rainbow Fish, by Marcus Pfister: “I loved the illustrations and the deeper meaning behind the book in that it teaches valuable lessons in a way that children will understand.”
Justin Hawkins, graduate student in public administration and guard on men’s basketball team, Captain Underpants by Dave Pilkey: “It’s funny.”
Bridget Byrne, director of community relations for athletics, recommends Miss Nelson is Back by Harry Allard and James Marshall: “I was always so relieved when Miss Nelson returned!”
Rachel Dixon, a junior and captain of the women's swim team, recommends Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs by Judi and Ron Barrett: “This was my favorite book growing up because I loved all the pictures!!!”
