Athletic Boosters

We are a non-profit (501c3) fundraising organization with a mission to enhance the athletic experience for all our student athletes at both JT schools.  The Athletic Booster Club is a volunteer organization comprised of parents of current and former athletes, community members, alumni and friend of JT Athletics who want the tradition of successful athletics to be part of Joliet Township students’ educational experience.

We support all teams, coaches and sports facilities at both Joliet Central and Joliet West through our fundraising and volunteer efforts.  The financial support through our fundraising helps supplement the athletic budgets to provide the best experience for our student-athletes.  Funds are raised through the Athletic Booster Club membership, athletic event concession sales and other events.  The Athletic Boosters club also provides 8 $500 Scholarships. 4 at Joliet Central and 4 at Joliet West.

Membership Information 
JTHS Athletic Booster Membership is FREE. We encourage everyone to till out the form below and turn it into one of the athletic offices

Board Members
Tanya Rico - President
Angie Duensing - Vice President
Nick Stoops - Secretary
Chris Young - Treasurer
Doug Darguzis - Member

The Athletic Booster Club is a volunteer organization comprised of families, staff, and community members that help promote and sustain our athletic programs through financial support and event sponsorship. This financial support supplements the athletic budget to provide the best experience for our student athletes. Funds are raised through Booster Club membership, spirit wear sales, athletic event concession sales and other events.

Participation in athletics provides students with additional opportunities to develop leadership skills, teamwork, self-discipline, good sportsmanship and physical fitness enriching the educational experience for students. As a parent/guardian of a student athlete, you share in the responsibility of making the JTHS Athletic Program the best it can be. Volunteers are the foundation of our Athletic Booster Club! 

2026-2027 Meeting Dates:

• September 9, 2026
• October 14, 2026 (AOS)
• January 13, 2027
• February 10, 2027 (AOS)
• April 14, 2027
• May- No Meeting (AOS Campus only)
• July 14, 2027

Who is invited? Parents/Guardians, Staff, Alumni, Community. All are welcomed!  
Meeting Times: All meetings start at 6 p.m. 
Location: Administrative Center located at 300 Caterpillar Drive, Joliet.
  
How do I join? If you are interested in joining, volunteering your time and talent or have any questions, please contact our Membership Chair, Tanya Rico for assistance. 

Night of Champions

• Current and former coaches and/or athletes from Joliet Township are honored at the Night of Champions dinner.
• Date: April 22, 2027
• Please contact jtboosters@gmail.com for more information

Booster Golf Outing:

• Sunday September 13, 2026 @ Inwood Golf Course
• Registration @ 7am Tee off @ 8am
• $125/golfer
• Price includes 18 holes, cart, lunch, and prizes
• For more info, contact: jtboosters@gmail.com

Parents and community are invited to join the JTHS Athletic Boosters as they raise funds for Central and West athletics while promoting pride in our athletic teams. The Boosters meet monthly at the Administrative Center, volunteer at events, hold fundraisers, and recognize athletic supporters through awards programs. If you would like more information about joining the Boosters or if you would like to sign up to receive Booster Club information, complete the Booster Volunteer & Info Sign Up Form.

Athletic Booster Committee Descriptions
Below is the list of standing Booster Committees that volunteers can sign up for when they become Booster volunteers.

Golf Outing Committee
The Boosters hold an annual golf outing each fall.  Volunteer duties include securing raffle items and sponsors; assisting with advertising and promoting; setting up; and cleaning up/breakdown.

Fundraising Committee
Several Booster fundraisers take place during the year through raffles, 50/50, and Spirit Wear sales.  Volunteer duties include securing raffle items; and selling 50/50 tickets, raffle tickets, and Spirit Wear at athletic events.

Student Recognition Committee
Annually the Boosters hold Athlete of the Season Recognition Events in the Fall, Winter, and Spring.  Committee member duties include planning the events, assisting on event days, and assisting with scholarship awards.

Night of Champions Committee
The Night of Champions event is a fundraiser dinner that recognizes staff athletic supporters and alumni teams and/or athletes.  Committee duties include organizing the event, assisting at the event, publicizing the event, and securing sponsors and raffle items.

Outreach & Marketing Committee
The success of the Boosters is reliant upon marketing and outreach.  This committee recruits and retains new members, and markets Booster events and the Booster mission and objectives.