Easthampton’s Power Performance: How One Soccer Program Scored Big with Gold Athletics

Gold Athletics
22 hours ago
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When the Easthampton High School Soccer teams set their sights on a standout season, they knew it would take more than just hustle on the field—it would take strategic planning off it. With tournaments on the horizon, gear upgrades needed, and travel costs stacking up, these tight-knit Western Massachusetts squads went all-in on a proven playmaker in the fundraising game: Gold Athletics. In just 2.5 weeks, the boys and girls teams blitzed past their goals and banked an impressive $19,550—proving that team spirit, smart tech, and a few friendly rivalries can go a long way.

Gold Card + Gold Rush Donations: Digital Hustle Meets Team Spirit

How Easthampton Soccer Took the Field with Gold’s App-Based Fundraiser

For the Easthampton Eagles, the playbook was simple: combine old-school hustle with new-school technology. The team launched a hybrid fundraiser using Gold Cards—a fan-favorite packed with local discounts—and the Gold Rush digital donation platform, all integrated within the Gold Athletics app.

A program-wide kickoff meeting with our fundraising rep. Eric Hiller got the momentum rolling. Coaches broke down expectations, players brainstormed outreach lists, and parents joined the mission. With text campaigns, social media pushes, and in-app tracking, each player was equipped to perform like a pro off the pitch.

With regular check-ins and a leaderboard lighting up with results, the teams stayed energized from start to finish. But the real spark came on the final Blitz Day, when players made one last big push, rallying together and blasting past their goal to finish with nearly $20K raised.

THE GOLD ATHLETICS APP: Easier, Faster, Smarter

Streamlining Fundraising with Technology That Wins

From the coaching staff to the student-athletes, everyone was all-in on the Gold Athletics app. Easthampton coaches especially appreciated how the platform did the heavy lifting—automating outreach, tracking progress in real-time, and allowing each player to send donation requests with a tap. No clunky spreadsheets. No cash collection chaos.

With outreach tools like personalized texts, pre-written emails, and clickable donation links for social media, players had everything they needed to perform. And with the team leaderboard inside the app, it sparked just the right amount of friendly competition to keep everyone in the game.

RESULTS: A Win On and Off the Field

Easthampton Soccer Scores Over Goal with Fundraising Totals

The final score? $19,550—crushed in just 2.5 weeks.

This was more than just a financial win. The Eagles built a culture of accountability, energy, and ownership. Participation across the roster was strong, with standout strategies like:

Early outreach lists of family & friends
Group text marathons during study halls
Social media shoutouts with custom team graphics

Thanks to their efforts, funds are going towards tournament travel, upgraded uniforms, and new training gear, helping the program continue to compete at a high level across the state.

PRIZES & REWARDS: Recognizing the MVPs

Motivating Players with Swag, Prizes, and Recognition

What drives a team? Competition, pride—and sometimes, awesome gear.

Gold Athletics doesn’t just reward effort—they celebrate it. The Girls team exceeded expectations, with the top performers all coming from their team. They earned Nike Relentless Jackets and premium headphones, making every outreach text worth it.

Top Sellers:

Emily Tryon – $950
Perrie Small – $800
Emma Youmell – $775

These players set the tone and inspired both teams to level up. The incentive structure helped keep players locked in from start to finish—especially when that Blitz Day push meant moving up the leaderboard.

Easthampton Soccer prizes earned. Nike Relentless Jacket and JBL Headphones.

Building a Championship Culture

The Easthampton boys and girls soccer teams didn’t just raise money—they raised the bar.

With Gold Athletics in their corner, the program ran a seamless, tech-driven, high-energy fundraiser that brought in real results. More than just dollars, they built camaraderie, confidence, and momentum for the season ahead.

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