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LAS CRUCES, N.M. – New Mexico State Athletics unveiled the Lou & Mary Henson Excellence Fund on Saturday morning, establishing a extensive support system for all Aggie student-athletes.
A legacy of Support for Aggie Athletes
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The new fund aims to elevate the student-athlete experience through enhanced resources and opportunities.
- The Lou & Mary henson Excellence Fund will support NM State student-athletes in education, health, training, and personal development.
- The fund replaces the Aggie Athletic Club as the primary giving initiative for NM State Athletics.
- Mary Henson emphasized the fund’s focus on the well-being and future success of student-athletes, not just athletic programs.
- Joe Fields highlighted the fund’s role in maintaining competitiveness in a rapidly evolving collegiate landscape.
“Lou would be incredibly proud,” said Mary Henson. “He always believed in giving young people the tools to succeed in life, and the fact that this fund supports today’s student-athletes in meaningful ways would thrill him to no end.”
established in honor of former NM State coach and athletic director Lou henson and his wife, Mary, the fund is designed to advance the well-being of every student-athlete through comprehensive benefits.These benefits will enhance education, health, training, and personal development.
“The lou & Mary Henson Excellence Fund represents the next step forward for Aggie Athletics,” remarked Joe Fields. “It allows us to care for our student-athletes in a comprehensive way like never before, while staying competitive in a rapidly changing surroundings. The Henson family believes deeply in possibility, preparation, and doing things the right way, and this fund ensures those values continue to guide our future.”
Elevating NM State Athletics
The Henson Excellence Fund is intended to elevate and position NM State Athletics, reflecting the pride of the university, the strength of the community, and the potential of its student-athletes. This will be achieved through graduating student-athletes, winning championships, and maintaining a first-class organization.
“This fund is about young people and not just programs,” Mary Henson stated.”It’s about giving student-athletes a chance to succeed in life and not just sports. Every gift truly makes a difference in shaping their futures.”
How to Contribute to the Henson Fund
Interested in supporting Aggie student-athletes? Several options are available to contribute to the Lou & mary Henson Excellence Fund.
- Online: visit HensonFund.com
- Mail: Checks payable to NMSU Foundation – Henson Fund (1815 Wells Street, Las Cruces,
