Johnny Rodgers 50-Year Heisman Celebration in Kearney

Eric Crouch is hosting a watch party with Johnny Rodgers during the Purdue game

Photo by David Max

This year is the 50th anniversary of Nebraska's Johnny Rodgers winning the Heisman trophy in 1972. One of the events to commemorate this milestone is a dinner and watch party for the Nebraska-Purdue game on Oct. 15. 

The event will be at Legacy on the Bricks, an event center in Kearney. It includes a steak dinner, open bar and Purdue game watch party. Tickets are available online at this link. Use the term Legacy at checkout for 50% off before the discount is no longer available. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Royal Family Kids. 

Here are some comments from Eric and Johnny:

Eric Crouch: "I am so excited to host Johnny Rodgers 50th Anniversary in Kearney, the heartland of Nebraska. We can't wait to celebrate with everyone at Legacy of the Bricks in downtown Kearney."

Johnny Rodgers: "I'm so excited for this 50th Heisman anniversary party being held in my honor. I am truly blessed to be surrounded by so many who appreciate what I gave to the game. When my good friend and Heisman Brother Eric Crouch first told me what he wanted to do to celebrate my 50th anniversary, I was overwhelmed with emotion. This is going to be an amazing event. I am excited to share this day with everyone and will be bringing my Heisman for photos with the fans. It's going to be a PARTY ya'll. Great food, drinks, and a lots of story telling. The more the merrier. Come on down to Legacy on the Bricks in Downtown Kearny on October 15th. Let's cheer our boys on to a win over Purdue!"

Here is the sign-up page. 

Purdue HuskerMax game page. 

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