Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Doubles Down on Danny Stutsman’s $50,000 Donation to Support Oklahoma Sooners’ Walk-On Players

Sep 17

Walk-On’s CEO Chris Porcelli, Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Danny Stutsman, Brandon Landry, founder of Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, and walk-on linebacker Owen Heinecke celebrate Walk-On’s $50,000 donation match supporting 18 Oklahoma walk-on players during a special team announcement.

NORMAN, OK (September 17, 2024): Boomer Sooner! Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Danny Stutsman recently made headlines for donating $50,000 of his NIL profits to support 18 of his walk-on teammates. On Monday, September 16, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, America’s #1 sports bar, stepped in to match Stutsman’s generous donation, bringing the total to $100,000 in support for these student-athletes. This match aligns with Walk-On’s mission to support and celebrate the perseverance and grit of walk-on athletes across the country.

WHAT IS WALK-ON’S DOING: In celebration of National Walk-On’s Day, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux:

$50K Match: Walk-On’s matched Danny Stutsman’s $50,000 donation, doubling the support for the walk-on players.
NIL Award: Walk-On’s surprised Oklahoma walk-on linebacker Owen Heinecke with a separate NIL deal to cover expenses he incurs as a result of being a walk-on, creating an unforgettable moment as his teammates erupted in cheers, mobbing him with excitement and emotion.
Team Spirit: Walk-On’s representatives joined the Oklahoma Sooners team after practice to make the announcements, further supporting walk-on athletes who embody perseverance, teamwork, and dedication.

WHY IT MATTERS: Walk-on athletes are often the unsung heroes of college sports, working tirelessly without the benefit of scholarships. Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, founded by former walk-on athletes, is committed to recognizing and uplifting these athletes. The $50,000 donation and NIL deal not only demonstrate Walk-On’s dedication to supporting walk-ons nationwide but also underscore the brand’s celebration of National Walk-On’s Day, a day created to honor the contributions of these determined athletes.

About Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux, celebrated as the #1 Sports Bar in America by ESPN, is a nationally recognized restaurant and sports bar that brings together the love of food, sports, and community. Concepted on the back of a napkin by LSU walk-on basketball players Brandon Landry and Jack Warner, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux opened its doors in 2003 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The menu boasts scratch-made dishes, paired with a wide selection of unique cocktails and beers. With nearly 80 restaurants in the U.S., Walk-On’s is accelerating its nationwide expansion – ranked #1 by Entrepreneur for Top New Franchise and consistently ranking in Top 500 lists for Restaurant Business, Entrepreneur, Franchise Times, and Nation’s Restaurant News. Walk-On’s success and growth are a testament to its passionate franchise partners, including renowned athletes in co-owner Drew Brees and franchisees Dak Prescott, Derrick Brooks, and football coach Dabo Swinney. To learn more about Walk-On's or for information on becoming a franchisee, visit walk-ons.com.