It's almost reunion time!

As the Class of 2001 gears up for its in-person reunion at the end of September, let's hear from the class president, Rawley Burbridge.

Rawley is a third-generation Auroran (at least) and he now lives in Nixa with his two kids and wife, Lisa. 

You're most likely to find the former quarterback of the football team on the golf course these days. He was my neighbor throughout our years in Aurora, and we've stayed in touch a bit over the years, but it was nice to hear his thoughts on how growing up in Southwest Missouri shaped his life, what sport he wishes he would have played and that one tearful night in the locker room his senior year when the football team lost their final game. 

This episode is sponsored by the Class of 1972 in honor of Rawley’s mom, Delanna Burbridge, who died in 2019. You can hear more about her in the ad break of this week's show. If you want to sponsor an episode of "Class Reunion," send an email to info@classreunionpodcast.com.

Each week, I make a donation to a nonprofit or organization selected by the classmate featured in the show. This week, Rawley chose the Ed Cook Memorial Scholarship Fund, an academic scholarship for athletes who graduate from Aurora High School. Thanks to Patreon supports for making this donation possible.

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This show is written and produced by Addie Broyles. You can follow us on Instagram @classreunionpodcast.