Will Levis organizing Wildcat relief effort for Kentucky tornado victims
By Andrew Olson
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Communities across the South and Midwest were devastated by tornadoes in 6 states on Saturday. Western Kentucky was one of the hardest-hit regions. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has said that at least 70 are dead, and the toll could increase to over 100. UK quarterback Will Levis is already organizing a relief effort for those in the Bluegrass State.
Levis tweeted that he is in the process of organizing a photo and autograph session with his football teammates, “as well as maybe guys on the basketball team.”
In the process of organizing an autograph signing/photo opportunity with some of the guys on the team as well as maybe the basketball team with all proceeds going towards relief for Mayfield and other areas in need. Stay tuned!
— Will Levis (@will_levis) December 11, 2021
Kentucky Sports Radio’s Matt Jones chimed in that it will take place at his KSR Bar and Grille.
This will be @KSBarAndGrille, likely next weekend
Levis contacted us and wants do a singing with some of his teammates and all proceeds to Tornado Relief
Awesome gesture https://t.co/u3XMvo0RCf
— Matt Jones (@KySportsRadio) December 11, 2021
KSR’s Tyler Thompson also shared a note about the basketball team planning a relief effort.
On the ESPN broadcast, Dave O’Brien says Kentucky is planning a fundraising drive for those affected by the tornadoes in Western Kentucky. Details will be announced in the coming days.
— Tyler Thompson (@MrsTylerKSR) December 11, 2021
It’s a thoughtful gesture from Levis and other Wildcats during a difficult time.
Absolutely devastating. Breaks my heart to see this. Praying for all those affected. If anyone knows the best way that we as a team can help with the relief efforts, please let me know! https://t.co/5wWM452wbr
— Will Levis (@will_levis) December 11, 2021
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