Southwest Conference Hall of Fame

Step into a cornerstone of Texas athletic tradition: the Southwest Conference (SWC) Hall of Fame, now preserved and celebrated within the Texas Sports Hall of Fame’s museum in Waco. For decades, the SWC stood at the heart of collegiate sports in Texas and the region

its rivalries, champions, and moments still resonate today.

The SWC Hall of Fame honors the legends of the conference, coaches, players, teams and administrators, who helped shape collegiate athletics in Texas and beyond. You’ll explore exhibits that connect the past to the present: championship trophies, rival-game programs, uniforms that tell stories of rivalry and glory, and multimedia that brings to life the roar of the crowd from classics at the Cotton Bowl and other iconic venues. Located within the museum at 1108 S. University Parks Drive, Waco, the SWC Hall of Fame exhibit is part of a larger narrative celebrating sports across Texas. While you wander galleries dedicated to high school, college and professional stars, this special section zeroes in on the impact the conference had on institutions such as Baylor University, Southern Methodist University, University of Texas, Texas Tech University, and others. It’s a unique vantage point on how conference athletics helped define Texas sports culture. Whether you lived through those days or are discovering them for the first time, the SWC Hall of Fame offers something for you. Relive epic games and players you remember or learn new stories of determination, rivalry and excellence from a chapter of Texas sports history that still matters. We invite you to browse the inductee lists, reflect on the legacy, and experience the exhibit in person as part of your visit. Come see why the Southwest Conference remains an enduring part of Texas sports heritage and why its stories continue to inspire.