Houston Couple Gives $6 Million to Engineering, Football

“But, most importantly, for this university to continue to grow – this is Texas – and you cannot do it without football.”

Athletic Director Billy Tubbs said Lamar welcomes the Smiths’ generous gift to the football program. “We not only want to start football, but we want to start it in a first-class manner. We’re ready to go, and your contribution is very important.”