By: Britni Smith, USD Sports Information
The University of South Dakota athletic department and the Howling Pack will host the 2022 Calling All Coyotes – A Red Tie Event on Friday, April 22 beginning at 5 p.m. at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. While the reserved tables are sold out, individual tickets are still available by contacting Hillary at
hillary.sosinski@usdfoundation.org.
The organizations are thrilled to highlight another successful year of athletic competitions in front of a record 720 guests in attendance. Guests will be able to experience the evening by taking pictures to commemorate the night at the #GoYotes Photo Lounge, enjoying a cocktail during Howling Hour and mingling with other Coyotes.
Hosted by Jay Elsen and John Thayer, the live program and premium auction will begin at 6:30 p.m. and feature exclusive interviews with USD President Sheila Gestring, USD Athletic Director
David Herbster and student-athletes.
Online Silent Auction
Coyote fans not in attendance still have an opportunity to get involved digitally in the Howling Pack's largest annual fundraiser. More than 130 packages are available for online bidding starting on Friday, April 15 by clicking
here. The silent auction will close on April 22 at 9 p.m. CST.
Packages for the online silent auction include a custom Coyote cooler, a personal training and wellness package, a weekend stay at a Terry Peak cabin that sleeps eight in the Black Hills, a 2021-22 Coyote women's basketball NCAA package and so much more.
Live Auction on April 22
The live auction includes more than 20 items and packages and will take place at the event on April 22. Packages up for bidding include a five-day stay in Nantucket, a Green Bay Packers experience, and a charter trip to Montana with the Coyote Football team.
Concierge bidding will be available for the live auction items for fans not in attendance. Connect with a member of the USD Howling Pack team by e-mailing
howlingpack@usdfoundation.org to learn more.
Presenting Sponsors
The 2022 Calling All Coyotes – A Red Tie Event is presented by CorTrust Bank. Other sponsors for the night include Sanford Health, A Loyal Coyote Supporter, First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard, First Dakota National Bank, Eide Bailly, Daktronics, Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort, Maguire Iron, Coyote Sports Properties, and RBC Wealth Management – James Clement.
About the Event
Calling All Coyotes is an evening of celebration dedicated to the achievements of USD student-athletes while recognizing a community that has helped create opportunities for their success. This event provides a unique opportunity to personally connect supporters with Coyote student-athletes, coaches and staff. All proceeds from this event will help fund student-athlete scholarships through the Howling Pack.
About the Howling Pack
The mission of the Howling Pack is to promote and financially support the University of South Dakota Athletic Department and all individual athletic teams, while encouraging the development of the student-athlete.