Patrick Mahomes Gifts Tuition to Student Who Sank Epic Putt at Game
In a heartwarming turn of events, Kansas City Chiefs superstar Patrick Mahomes surprised Texas Tech student Blake Porter with a year’s worth of tuition after Porter wowed the crowd by draining a jaw-dropping 94-foot putt during a basketball game against the University of Houston. The memorable moment went viral, and let’s be honest—who wouldn’t celebrate nailing such a long shot in front of a courtside Mahomes?
Porter’s epic slam dunk—uh, we mean putt—took place on February 24. The rumors of his fun-filled day weren’t quite over, as he later appeared on the Today show, where he happily recounted his joy of scoring some Texas Tech swag, an iPad, and a cooler for his out-of-this-world shot. But the real kicker came when cohost Carson Daly revealed that Mahomes had a surprise message for Porter.
In a heartfelt video message, Mahomes said, “What’s up, Blake? I was so excited just to be a small part of it. What you don’t know is Texas Tech athletics is going to be paying your tuition next fall.” He didn’t stop there; Mahomes also welcomed Porter into “Team Mahomes,” his official NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) initiative with Adidas. Whether or not this membership comes with some cushy golf gear or just good vibes is still a mystery—but hey, it’s the thought that counts!
Can we take a moment to appreciate Porter’s reaction? After the video aired and he hugged his emotional mom, he exclaimed, “Oh my gosh, oh my gosh, that’s so cool!” The irony? Texas Tech took a loss to the Cougars, but Porter scored a lifetime memory that far outweighs a basketball scoreboard.
Reflecting on this unforgettable night, Porter admitted he nearly missed the game entirely due to long lines, saying, “I was kinda late. The line was out the door.” Clearly, it was worth the wait! His ability to chest bump Mahomes just shows how spontaneous and memorable college life can be, even amidst the chaos.
This kind of feel-good story is what we need more of in sports. With college tuition rising faster than inflation and the pressures of student debt looming, perhaps others will be inspired to step up and give back in their own unique ways. If Mahomes can hit a hole-in-one for tuition, maybe we can all make our little impacts!
Sources: Celebrity Storm and Us Weekly, ESPN, CBS Sports
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