Former UK great, NFL tight end Tamme to speak at Steak & Burger Dinner

August 4, 2021 | 12:08 am

Updated August 3, 2021 | 9:59 pm

Jacob Tamme

Jacob Tamme — a former NFL tight end, esteemed University of Kentucky athlete, and Christian humanitarian — will be the guest speaker at the 38th Annual Steak & Burger Dinner hosted by the Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club.

The event is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. August 25 at the Club’s Mike Horn location at 3415 Buckland Square.

The event, sponsored by Independence Bank, is a major fundraiser for the Club. 

“For one special day, this event will help bring together a selected number of our meritorious Club members with uplifting and inspiring community leaders to partake in listening to an exciting guest speaker all while enjoying a delightful meal,” a release from CEO Steve Winkler reads. 

Tamme finished his UK career as the all-time pass catching tight end and second in SEC tight end history, all while being a standout scholar. He earned first-team All-SEC honors as well as SEC Academic Honor Roll for several years in a row. Tamme was inducted into the UK Athletics Hall of Fame in 2018.

Tamme spent nine seasons in the NFL, playing for the Indianapolis Colts, Denver Broncos, and Atlanta Falcons. Tamme played in two Super Bowls. He retired from the NFL in 2017.

A very philanthropic individual, Tamme was named to the National Good Works team, the SEC Community Service Team, and to the Frank G. Ham Society of Character. He continues his philanthropic pursuits today by hosting the Swings for Soldiers Classic as well as other endeavors.

In addition to Tamme, Cliff and Martha Hagan will be in attendance at the Steak & Burger Dinner. 

Funds raised will be used to provide local educational and recreational activities and programs, as well as professional staff who serve as positive role models. Ticket prices are $100 per individual, $350 for one table seating 4 people, and $600 for two tables seating eight people. 

To register for the dinner, call 270-685-4903 and ask for Kalie Winkler, Director of RD & Marketing.

August 4, 2021 | 12:08 am

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