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Among the event's highlights was the participation of Payne Barksdale, a senior at the Air Force Academy and proud Aggie fan. Payne won a raffle that granted him the chance to kick for an additional $150,000 prize, on top of the already impressive donation goal. His connection to Texas A&M, despite attending another institution, exemplifies the deep-rooted pride and camaraderie inherent in Aggie culture.