An idea blossomed into support for Sacred Heart

The days can be long, sometimes up to 12 hours. However, with the right group of people, it can turn into a fun family outing. Free transportation, free admission to Husker football games, and the feeling of giving without expecting something in return. What began as a concept pondered at a family gathering has blossomed into a bona fide money maker for Sacred Heart School. Before the world changed, thanks in part to the COVID-19 pandemic, Sacred Heart School sought concepts to bring in extra revenue to offset rising school costs. Sacred Heart alum and longtime Irish supporter Tony Ahern helped spearhead what has become known as Seatback Sales for University of Nebraska football games. Tony, taking advice from his son Jeff, began laying the groundwork for what has become an excellent source of added income to help cover the costs of several school projects. Irish volunteers began selling seats in the spring of 2019.

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