Honor Lou and Mary Henson: Invest in the Future of Aggie Sports

Lou Henson ’55 ’56 believed in what athletics could unlock: confidence, discipline, education, and a future otherwise out of reach. As a first-generation college student himself, he understood that opportunity changes lives.

The new Lou and Mary Henson Excellence Fund ensures today’s student-athletes receive that same opportunity.

On January 10 — what would have been Coach Henson’s 94th birthday — the new fund (formerly the Aggie Athletic Club) honors the winningest coach in Aggie men’s basketball history and a man whose devotion to NMSU extended far beyond the court. Your support provides scholarships, academic resources, and training support for more than 425 student-athletes across 15 sports, helping them succeed not only in competition, but in life.

When you give, you honor a legacy rooted in grit, loyalty, and belief in students. And you help ensure the next generation of Aggies can succeed, just as Coach Henson did. Make your gift today