LEXINGTON, Va. – In an effort to dive deeper into the unique stories and backgrounds of its cadet-athletes, VMI Athletics has partnered with FanWord to produce the "Rah Virginia Mil" series.

With FanWord, Keydet fans and supporters will get an in-depth glimpse into the lives of current VMI cadet-athletes and how they balance the three legs of the stool – academics, military and athletics.

"This FanWord partnership provides a new avenue to elevate the voices of our cadet-athletes," said Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Jamaal Walton. "These stories told by our cadet-athletes will inspire, motivate and empower the VMI community and beyond."

Kicking it with Rickey
Today, FanWord and VMI Athletics are debuting the first installment in the "Rah Virginia Mil" series, featuring Rickey Bradley, Jr. of the men's basketball team. The piece is centered around Bradley's journey to VMI and back to Lexington after a year away and how he gained A New Perspective.

"We're beyond excited to collaborate with VMI Athletics and launch our first partnership with a military institution," said FanWord CEO, Christopher Aumueller. "VMI athletes have remarkable stories to share and we can't wait to help bring them to life."

How to Follow
To view the "Rah Virginia Mil" series and get all the latest news around VMI Athletics, visit vmikeydets.com and make sure to follow @VMIAthletics on Twitter/X, Instagram and Facebook.

About FanWord
FanWord is one of the leading storytelling & technology companies in college sports, collaborating with over 75 athletic organizations across various levels. To learn more about FanWord's storytelling product, FanWord Stories, click here.