ConAgra shows ‘Team Spirit’ at Lyon Lyon College President Walter B. Roettger (right) thanks Gayle Thompson, plant controller of ConAgra Foods of Batesville, for ConAgra’s becoming a corporate sponsor of the college’s new “Team Spirit” program. ConAgra contributed $1,000 to Lyon – $500 for unrestricted scholarships and $500 toward unbudgeted athletics expenses such as post-season play. . Team Spirit sponsors receive numerous benefits, including free admission to athletic events at Lyon, a corporate banner in Becknell Gymnasium and recognition at home games and in several college publications. Companies interested in becoming Team Spirit sponsors may contact Gina Garrett, Lyon’s director of development-corporate and foundation relations, at (870) 698-4624.