Stadium Update

Greyhound Stadium Construction Underway

Exciting times for ENMU and Portales. Construction has begun on the new Greyhound Stadium thanks to the early supporters of this project. A lot of dirt is being moved and the area prepared for the facility to be erected by the fall of 2016 opening. Alumni can go to ENMU’s home page at enmu.edu and click on the video link to watch the stadium come to fruition over the next twelve months.

The Greyhounds are 1st and Goal

The University and community have continually strived for excellence in all that they do, and the Stadium is no exception. The plans for the project (Phase 1 and Phase 2) have a price tag of $15.5 million, and from students, community leaders, donors and others, $14 million of that has been committed.

Many have already “suited up” to take all Greyhounds to victory on this important project. We hope that you earnestly consider how you can make an impact for the whole Eastern New Mexico “team”. It doesn’t matter if you prefer to cross the goal line, kick the winning goal or cross the last hurdle, THE TIME IS NOW TO TAKE THE GREYHOUNDS TO VICTORY!

We need your support with the final $1.5 million

Donate online at enmu.edu/donate and help us build not just a good stadium but a GREAT STADIUM. Naming opportunities are still available from seat backs, lockers, park benches to facility area naming rights and much more. Call Noelle Bartl at 888-291-5524 to find out how you can have a tremendous impact on the future of ENMU and Portales.

Stadium Supporter Highlights

HOMESPOT of Portales generously contributed $50,000 to the new Greyhound Stadium Campaign.

We at HOMESPOT support the stadium for various reasons. It will strengthen pride and school spirit to the University community. It will symbolize a vibrant and healthy university athletic program and attract students to ENMU and the Portales area. It is time for ENMU to have an on campus football stadium.

- The HOMESPOT Team of Jody Bailey, Scott and Jane Christensen

Ace Hardware and Ashley Furniture

Rustin and Cassidy Self, Bobby and Megan Hamilton, Max and June Merrick, and granddaughters Blair and Lilly.

The Merrick family, owners of Ace Hardware and Ashley Furniture in Portales have contributed both individually and corporately for a combined gift of $50,000 toward the new stadium.

My wife and I were both raised here in Portales and feel great pride and loyalty in living here. I've said many times that Portales has been very good to me and my family, so if we can be a small part of this addition to our city and university we feel great pride in doing so.

- Max Merrick

As a proud ENMU graduate and Portales resident, I am thankful to be able to contribute to the new stadium. This is a big win not only for Eastern but the entire community. Go Greyhounds!

- Megan Hamilton