In the competitive world of college football, few families demonstrate dedication like Cade Klubnik’s, whose parents, Tod and Kim, retired and bought an RV solely to attend every one of their son’s games.
They have been the driving force behind their son’s meteoric rise in college football, even retiring and purchasing an RV to follow his collegiate career.
What makes the Klubnik family story particularly fascinating is their unexpected connection to Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers. Despite their sons’ fierce on-field rivalry dating back to high school championships in Texas, the families share a bond through their membership at Austin Ridge Bible Church, creating a unique dynamic in college football.
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Tod Klubnik, a Texas A&M University graduate, worked as an Advisory Consultant at Austin Growth Advisors in Austin before retiring to support Cade’s college career. His business background and leadership experience translated well to guiding Cade through the pressures of high-level football and the complex recruiting process.
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Kim Klubnik, also a Texas A&M alumna, has been equally instrumental in shaping Cade’s path to success. Her warm personality and strong communication skills proved valuable during Cade’s recruitment, including sending a heartfelt message to Clemson coach Dabo Swinney.
When their flight was canceled and they had to drive 20 hours from Austin to Miami for Cade’s first college start in the Orange Bowl, their dedication to his journey reached new heights. This commitment is an example of how far they will go to help their son, which has come to define the Klubnik family dynamic.
They have created a family environment centered on values of faith, integrity, and perseverance. With four children, Riley, Carson, Cade, and Reed, the Klubniks have cultivated a household where athletic excellence and character development go hand in hand.
Reed, Cade’s older brother, followed his own football path as a wide receiver at Yale University.
The Quinn Ewers family connection gives Cade’s story a fascinating new dimension. The families remain friendly because of their shared Austin church community, even though Cade’s Westlake High School defeated Quinn’s Southlake Carroll in the 2021 Texas 6A Division II state championship.
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“We’ve known Quinn forever,” Tod has mentioned in interviews, highlighting how their church connection transcends the on-field rivalry between their sons. While Cade continues to star at Clemson, Quinn has already moved on to the NFL, taking their competitive paths to different levels.
The Klubniks’ decision to retire and purchase an RV to attend every Clemson game demonstrates their unwavering support. They’ve become regulars at Tigers games, building relationships with other families and fans while ensuring Cade feels their presence through every triumph and challenge of his college career.
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