Texas Tech High Riders 50th Anniversary Reunion Weekend
The Texas Tech High Riders will celebrate their 50th Anniversary Reunion Weekend April 17–19, 2026, bringing alumni from across the country back to campus to honor five decades of supporting women’s athletics at Texas Tech University. The milestone celebration is supported in part by Visit Lubbock, which helps welcome visitors and host events that bring travelers to the Lubbock community.
Founded in 1976, High Riders has spent the past half-century promoting Red Raider spirit while supporting women’s athletics through service, traditions, and community involvement. More than 500 women have proudly called themselves High Riders, participating in traditions like ringing the Victory Bells, supporting student-athletes, and building a lasting sisterhood rooted in faith, service, and spirit.
The anniversary weekend will feature several events across the Texas Tech campus, including reunion gatherings, a historical reflection brunch, a campus scavenger hunt, and a closing brunch celebrating the legacy of the organization.
Media are especially invited to attend the Saturday evening 50th Anniversary Banquet. Texas Tech University President Lawrence Schovanec will offer brief remarks before the keynote address, which will be delivered by former Texas Tech Women’s Basketball Head Coach Marsha Sharp. Interviews with Coach Sharp and a High Riders representative will be available for media in attendance.
MEDIA EVENT DETAILS
What: Texas Tech High Riders 50th Anniversary Banquet
Keynote Speaker: Marsha Sharp
When: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Banquet Begins: 6:00 PM
Where: Frazier Alumni Pavilion, 2680 Drive of Champions, Texas Tech University Campus
Media Opportunities:
– Remarks from keynote speaker Marsha Sharp
– Interviews with Marsha Sharp and High Riders representatives
– Visuals of alumni and current members celebrating 50 years of the organization
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