UPDATE: The Dexter Regional High School Tigers have just secured an impressive $50,000 after finishing third in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest, attracting over 500,000 votes! While they fell short of the $1 million grand prize, this significant funding boosts their efforts towards essential field renovations.
In a remarkable show of community spirit, residents of Dexter and supporters from across Maine rallied behind the Tigers, aiming to enhance the school’s athletic facilities, particularly for hosting Friday night home games under the lights. Despite coming in behind Dierks High School in Arkansas, which garnered over 2 million votes, the Tigers’ achievement has united the community in a powerful way.
“We are incredibly thankful to T-Mobile for giving us the opportunity to put a spotlight on our amazing community,” stated Dexter’s athletic director and assistant principal, Adam Gudroe. “With the $75,000 we have been awarded through this competition, we are even closer to making our goal of adding lights to our football field a reality.”
Dexter’s football program has faced challenges with its current grass field, especially given the unpredictable Maine weather. This funding will help address those issues, marking a pivotal step towards improving the team’s home game experience. In addition to the recent prize, the Tigers had already secured $25,000 as one of the 25 national finalists.
T-Mobile, which previously visited Dexter on October 18, 2023, will return on November 14 for a celebration recognizing the team’s achievement. “While the Tigers didn’t take home the $1 million grand prize, their creativity, community pride, and all-out hustle elevated this year’s competition to new heights,” the company added in their official release.
This contest has done more than just provide financial support; it has fostered a sense of unity within the Dexter community. As the Tigers move closer to their goal, the impact of this competition will resonate well beyond the field, showcasing the strength of small-town support.
As the community prepares for the upcoming celebration, the focus now shifts to how these funds will be utilized to transform the athletic facilities. The excitement surrounding this development is palpable, and the Tigers are poised to make their mark, proving that every vote truly counts.
