From college dominance in East Texas to shaping the future of women’s sports
Long before she became a familiar face on NFL sidelines or a leading voice in women’s professional sports, Brittany Mahomes was already building a legacy — quietly, relentlessly, and far from the spotlight.
That chapter has now come full circle.
Brittany Mahomes has been officially named to the University of Texas at Tyler Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026, a prestigious honor recognizing one of the most dominant collegiate careers in the program’s history — and one that has resonated deeply across the Kansas City Chiefs family.
💬 A proud message that said everything
As news of the induction spread, tributes poured in — but one message stood out for its simplicity and weight.
Pat Mahomes, father of Patrick Mahomes, shared a short but heartfelt note online:
“Congrats to my daughter-in-law on the Hall. Well deserved, Britt.”
No hype. No spotlight. Just recognition for work that began long before fame ever followed.
Brittany herself responded in her trademark understated way — quietly reposting the announcement, letting the achievement speak for itself.
⚽ A college career that still sets the bar
From 2013 to 2016 at UT Tyler, Brittany Mahomes didn’t just play — she redefined expectations.
Across 74 matches, she finished near the top of the school’s all-time records in:
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Points
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Goals
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Assists
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Game-winning goals
But it was her 2016 senior season that cemented her legacy.
She shattered single-season records with:
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40 points
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18 goals
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7 game-winners
She also tied a program mark with four separate hat-trick performances, a standard that future players are still chasing today.
Those numbers weren’t just impressive — they became part of UT Tyler history.
🧠 “It shaped who I am today”
In a statement released by the university, Brittany reflected on the years that defined her — and the people who believed in her before the world was watching.
“I’m honored to be inducted into the UT Tyler Athletics Hall of Fame. My time at UT Tyler played a huge role in shaping my life, career, and the person I am today.”
She reserved special gratitude for former coach Kelly Webb, crediting her leadership and belief as foundational both on and off the field.
“UT Tyler will always hold a special place in my heart.”
🌍 Impact far beyond the pitch
After college, Brittany briefly played professionally in Iceland before stepping away from the game in 2017. But stepping away didn’t mean stepping back.
She later became a founding co-owner of the Kansas City Current, helping drive long-term investment in the National Women’s Soccer League and playing a pivotal role in the creation of the first stadium built specifically for a women’s professional soccer team.
Her influence, as Patrick Mahomes has often said, mirrors his own — relentless, focused, and legacy-driven.
This Hall of Fame induction, set for March 28, 2026, stands as a reminder that Brittany Mahomes’ story didn’t begin with celebrity.
It began with consistency, leadership, and excellence — in Tyler, Texas — and it’s still unfolding.
