Thunder fans can get closer to their team this season by adopting their favorite player.

Fans are always looking to get closer with their favorite team or player. Sure, it's great to attend the games and buy the merch, but what if you could actually build a connection with the players you root so hard for each season?

The Wichita Thunder hope to do just that with the introduction of their Adopt-A-Player program.

Fans can place bids on one of five players each week through an online silent auction. Simply fill out a form and choose the player you'd like to bid on. The club will update the highest bids on a daily basis.

The winning bidder gets the following:

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Fans also get additional perks, which include:

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If a player is injured but remains on the team, the adopting family will remain with that player. Should a player be traded, the adopting family will automatically receive the incoming player. If a player is waived and not replaced, the adopted family will receive a player's authentic jersey and will be allowed to continue attending all special events.

To place a bid, Click here.