NORMAL, Ill. – Each year, deserving Illinois State football student-athletes are chosen as recipients for prestigious endowed scholarships at Illinois State, and this year six outstanding Redbird football players were selected for these honors by ISU head football coach Brock Spack.
The 2021-22 winners of the five endowed scholarships given to football student-athletes include Timothy McCloyn II, Jason Lewan, Tanner Taula, Drew Bones, Kenton Wilhoit and Shanon Reid. Each reflect the standards set forth by those who created the endowments, and each truly represent what it means to be a Redbird football student-athlete.
"All of our recipients this year are very deserving 2021-22 honorees," Spack said. "Each of these student-athletes embody everything you want in a member of our program. They are all great students and work extremely hard on the field, but they are even better people off the field. They serve as leaders for the rest of their teammates and set an example they should all follow in their time here at Illinois State."
W. F. Ruebush Endowed Scholarship // Timothy McCloyn II | Senior | Fullback | Lake In The Hills, Illinois
McCloyn has been an integral part of the Redbird rushing attack the past four seasons serving as the group's primary fullback. He continues to be one of the best in his position in the Missouri Valley Football Conference and following the spring 2021, he was named an All-MVFC Honorable mention selection. McCloyn is currently pursuing a master's degree in kinesiology and recreation and maintains a 3.67 cumulative GPA.
Funded in 2005 by a gift from the W.F. Ruebush Foundation, this scholarship honors the foundation's creator, Walton Ruebush, a 1932 Illinois State graduate who captained the Redbird football team. Mr. Ruebush, who died in 1991, began his professional life as a teacher and coach before becoming a leader in personal finance. Each candidate for a Ruebush Football Scholarship must be or have: enrolled in good standing at Illinois State University, demonstrated strong academic achievement, as evidenced by accumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale, and a member in good standing of the Illinois State University football team.
Ed Struck & Carl D. Heldt Endowed Scholarship // Jason Lewan | Junior | Defensive Lineman | Yorkville, Illinois
Lewan is a three-year starter on the defensive line for the Redbirds and started 26 consecutive games during the 2018 and 2019 seasons. He started the first two games of the spring 2021 season, before suffering a season-ending injury. Lewan is working towards a bachelor's degree in marketing and maintains a 3.76 GPA.
The Ed Struck and Carl D. Heldt Endowed Football Scholarship was established and first awarded in 2012. Due to the impact of these two coaches, a group of former ISU players have established this scholarship and it shall be awarded annually. Ed Struck served as head football coach for over 20 years at ISU while Carl D. Heldt was part of the faculty for 22 years. This endowed scholarship will serve as legacies for future generations of Illinois State University student-athletes in perpetuity.
Rollie & Mary Mercer Endowed Scholarship // Tanner Taula | Junior | Tight End | Independence, Missouri
Taula has seen action in 28 games for the Redbirds over the past three seasons, with four starts at tight end during the 2021 spring season. In just four games, he set career-highs in receptions (13), yards (122) and touchdowns (2). Taula is currently pursuing a degree in recreation management and maintains a 3.46 cumulative GPA.
The Rollie Mercer Endowed Scholarship was established in Oct. 2018. Preference will be given to a football student-athlete currently enrolled and in good academic standing. In addition, preference will be given to an offensive player (tight end wearing #85 if applicable) that demonstrates a team-first attitude.
Bill Mitze Endowed Scholarship // Drew Bones | Junior | Offensive Lineman | Ottawa, Kansas
Bones is a three-year starter on the offensive line for the Redbirds and was an instrumental part of All-American James Robinson's success running the ball during his All-American career. Bones has plans to be a physical education teacher and coach when he graduates and currently holds a 3.38 GPA.
The Bill Mitze Endowed Scholarship was established in Aug. 2018. Bill was a football student-athlete from 1957-1959 and graduated in 1960 from ISU. He was a long-time education administrator, teacher and coach before retiring. He was also an active member of various civic and church organizations. Preference will be given to a Football student-athlete majoring in Education or showcasing high academic achievement in their chosen area of study.
James R. Tague Endowed Scholarship // Kenton Wilhoit | Junior | Linebacker | Oak Grove, Missouri
Wilhoit took the role of starting middle linebacker for the Redbirds during the spring 2021 season, after spending the previous two seasons as a special team standout. He tied for the team lead in tackles with 22 in the four games played and also had an interception return for a touchdown at UNI. Wilhoit currently holds a 3.43 GPA in business administration at ISU.
The James R. Tague Endowed Scholarship was established in April 2015 following a generous gift from Jim's family in his memory/honor and benefits a Redbird football student-athlete. Jim was a standout on the Redbird football team and was inducted into the Illinois State Percy Family Hall of Fame for his achievements on the gridiron in 1990. Jim was an extremely successful insurance salesperson and adviser, having his own agency for more than 50 years. He was an avid golfer and sports fan, and loyal ISU Redbird supporter.
Andrew C. Butler Endowed Scholarship // Shanon Reid | Junior | Linebacker | Fort Meyers, Florida
Reid made an immediate impact for the Redbirds in his first season last spring, earning All-MVFC Honorable Mention honors at linebacker. He finished the year with 18 tackles, a sack and three tackles-for-loss in a breakout debut season. He is pursuing a degree in University studies and holds a 3.10 GPA.
The Andrew C. Butler Endowed Scholarship was established in May 2015 from gifts in memory of Andy Butler. Andy attended his beloved Illinois State University, graduating in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. Andy was an extremely successful salesperson and manager for Sprint. He was an avid golfer and sports fan, and loyal ISU Redbird supporter. He had a passion for connecting ISU alums and fans with Redbird Athletics and enjoyed attending games with his fiancé Jamie. The endowment rotates to benefit a member of the Redbird men's basketball, football, or men's golf team.
These endowed scholarships are among 33 available to Illinois State student-athletes that are funded by private donors. For more information about establishing or contributing an endowed scholarship, please call the Weisbecker Scholarship Fund office at (309) 438-3803. To read about each current endowment in more detail, visit the WSF website at https://ift.tt/3xsjzp7.
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