Texas Tech AD Kirby Hocutt Signs New 8-Year, $14.5M Contract Extension Through 2030

Texas Tech Athletics Director Kirby Hocutt has officially secured his future in Lubbock, signing a lucrative 8-year, $14.5 million contract extension that will keep him leading the Red Raiders’ athletic programs through 2030.

Hocutt, who has served as Texas Tech’s AD since 2011, has played a pivotal role in elevating the school’s athletics department to new heights. From major facility upgrades to coaching hires that have reinvigorated programs, Hocutt’s leadership has transformed Texas Tech into a nationally respected athletic powerhouse.

With this new deal, Texas Tech is making it clear: they believe Hocutt is the right man to continue guiding the program through the evolving landscape of college athletics.

Texas Tech’s decision to extend Hocutt’s contract is a significant investment in the future of its athletic department. Under his leadership, the Red Raiders have seen growth, stability, and competitive success across multiple sports.

Here are some of the key reasons why Texas Tech is committed to keeping Hocutt at the helm:

1. Elevating Texas Tech Football

While Texas Tech’s football program has had ups and downs over the past decade, Hocutt has made strategic moves to position the Red Raiders for long-term success.

• In 2021, he hired Joey McGuire, a former Baylor assistant and Texas high school coaching legend, to lead the football program. Since then, McGuire has built strong recruiting ties and helped establish a tough, competitive culture in Lubbock.
• The $220 million investment in Jones AT&T Stadium renovations has given Texas Tech state-of-the-art facilities, which are crucial in recruiting and player development.
• Under Hocutt’s leadership, Texas Tech secured a spot in the expanded Big 12 landscape, ensuring that the football program remains nationally relevant despite conference realignment.

Texas Tech football is on an upward trajectory, and Hocutt’s vision has played a crucial role in that progress.

2. Strengthening Texas Tech Basketball

Hocutt’s impact has also been felt in basketball, where Texas Tech has emerged as a national powerhouse over the past several years.