Tusculum Athletics is excited to announce the launch of the Junior Pioneer Club, a new youth membership program designed to connect local families with Tusculum University Athletics while inspiring the next generation of Pioneer fans.
Open to children ages 12 and under, the Junior Pioneer Club provides young fans with an exciting opportunity to become part of Pioneer Nation. Membership is free for the first 100 children thanks to the generous support of community partners Consumer Credit Union, and Hometown Sports & Promotions.
Each Junior Pioneer Club member will receive an official membership package that includes a Junior Pioneer Club T-shirt, drawstring bag, mini Tusculum Bluetooth speaker, and an official membership badge that serves as admission to all regular-season Tusculum Athletics home events during the 2026–27 academic year.
Parents and guardians can register their children beginning today by completing the online registration form. Membership is limited to the first 100 children while supplies last.
"The Junior Pioneer Club is about creating memorable experiences for local families while introducing young fans to everything Tusculum Athletics has to offer," said Rasmus Nylander, Director of Athletic Development & Revenue Generation. "We want every child in our community to feel like they have a place here. Our hope is that families make Tusculum Athletics part of their traditions, creating lifelong Pioneer fans while enjoying an affordable way to spend time together throughout the year."
The Junior Pioneer Club will also feature family-friendly experiences at select athletic events throughout the year, The program is designed to provide an engaging game-day atmosphere while encouraging families to support Tusculum's student-athletes across all sports.
In addition to creating memorable experiences for local children, the initiative strengthens Tusculum Athletics' connection with the Greeneville community. By welcoming families to campus and encouraging attendance at home events, the program supports the continued growth of Pioneer Nation while fostering relationships that can last for generations.
Tusculum Athletics extends its sincere appreciation to Consumer Credit Union for sponsoring the inaugural membership packages, Texas Roadhouse for partnering with the department to create family-focused experiences, and Hometown Sports & Promotions for providing discounted apparel and promotional items that helped make the program possible.
Families interested in joining are encouraged to register soon, as membership is limited to the first 100 participants.
