ASU A.D. optimistic about return to Tontozona
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Print | Originally published: May 9, 2012 - 8:40 am
The Sun Devils practiced and scrimmaged at the Payson, AZ site from 1960-2008, and the place is special in the hearts of many in Tempe.
But, like most things these days, a return to Camp T. would only happen if the necessary funds were accumulated, and in this case, the school was looking for $150,000 in donations by June 1.
At the close of business Monday, May 7th, donations had reached $48,249.
"I think we've got a great chance to get to Tontozona," new ASU athletic director Steve Patterson told Arizona Sports 620's Doug and Wolf Tuesday. "I'm excited to see the way the White Mountain folks have stepped up, I'm excited to see the way our fans here have stepped up."
Patterson is confident that the school will not only be able to get back this year, but make the necessary improvements to the facility so that they can make it an annual trip once again.
"I think it's got a lot of great tradition, great history," Patterson said. "[Head coach Todd Graham] felt convinced it's a great opportunity to have a bonding experience for the football team."
Arizona Sports' Craig Grialou contributed to this report
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