Texas Tech renames Jones Stadium to Galaxy Stadium in 15-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:32 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Texas Tech announced on July 17 that it will rename Jones Stadium to Galaxy Stadium starting with the 2026 college football season. The $75 million naming rights deal with Galaxy, an AI company, spans 15 years and includes opportunities for student-athletes. Texas Tech’s athletic director Kirby Hocutt expressed excitement about the partnership and its potential to benefit the university. The stadium was previously named after Clifford B. Jones, its third president, and plans to honor his legacy will be revealed later.
- •Renaming agreement begins in 2026.
- •Deal valued at $75 million over 15 years.
- •Galaxy has a data center near Lubbock.
- •Formerly named after Clifford B. Jones.
- •Plans for honoring the Jones legacy forthcoming.
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"Texas Tech announced a naming rights agreement to rename Jones Stadium after Galaxy, an AI company. Here's what to know on the deal.
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