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Texas Tech renames football stadium Galaxy Stadium in major partnership

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 11:57 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Texas Tech renames football stadium Galaxy Stadium in major partnership
Summary

Texas Tech Athletics has announced a naming rights agreement, renaming its football stadium Galaxy Stadium, effective immediately. The partnership with Galaxy is set for 15 years and will also involve NIL opportunities for student-athletes. This marks the first change in the venue's name in 78 years, with previous names honoring former university president Clifford B. Jones and his wife. The first game at Galaxy Stadium is scheduled for September 5 against Abilene Christian.

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  • •Texas Tech's stadium renamed Galaxy Stadium under a 15-year deal.
  • •Partnership includes NIL opportunities for student-athletes.
  • •Previous name honored Clifford B. Jones since venue's opening in 1947.
  • •First game at Galaxy Stadium is September 5 against Abilene Christian.
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  • 11:57 PMYahoo Sports — Texas Tech announces landmark football stadium naming rights partnership with Galaxy
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Texas Tech football will enter a new era in 2026.

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