Virginia Tech Quarterback Kyron Drones Credits Real Dairy Milk for Athletic Performance in Milk's Got Game Campaign
Virginia Tech quarterback Kyron Drones and his mother Olinka highlight how real dairy milk fuels athletic excellence through nutritional benefits and family support in The Dairy Alliance's Milk's Got Game campaign.

The Dairy Alliance, a nonprofit funded by dairy farm families in the Southeast, is featuring Virginia Tech quarterback Kyron Drones and his mother Olinka in its Milk's Got Game campaign, showcasing how family support and real dairy milk contribute to athletic performance. The campaign highlights the nutritional benefits that help athletes maintain strength, energy, and focus throughout demanding seasons.
Drones credits real dairy milk as an essential component of his daily routine, particularly for recovery and sustained energy during long practices and competitive games. He emphasized the consistency instilled by his mother's guidance, stating that real dairy milk helps keep him fueled and competition-ready. Olinka Drones noted her son's unwavering commitment to the game and how the nutritional advantages of dairy milk support his strength and focus across seasons.
Joanne Engelhardt-Risko, Vice President of Strategic Marketing at The Dairy Alliance, explained that Drones embodies the campaign's spirit by demonstrating discipline, reliance on family, and the nutritional value of real dairy milk. She highlighted that consuming real dairy milk provides 13 essential nutrients, including high-quality protein, which helps athletes stay energized both on and off the field. The campaign also recognizes dairy farmers like Lisa Kegley of Kegley Farms, whose dedication to healthy nutritional practices supports athletic excellence.
Milk's Got Game celebrates the partnership between athletes, their families, and dairy farming communities across the Southeast, emphasizing how real dairy milk plays a crucial role in an athlete's journey from early practices to championship moments. For additional information about The Dairy Alliance, visit https://thedairyalliance.com.