March 13th, 2025 7:00pm
Southeastern Oklahoma State University unveiled the plans for its new football stadium – Spend Life Wisely Stadium – in a ceremony on campus Wednesday, March 12.
The new stadium structure will be located on the west side of Paul Laird Field, the long-time home of Savages and Savage Storm football, as well as Durant High School football and soccer.
The transformational gift to instigate stadium construction was a joint gift from First United Bank and the Massey Family Foundation as part of the University’s annual Giving Day on March 6. This landmark contribution will fund significant renovations at Paul Laird Field, enhancing the student-athlete experience and benefiting both Southeastern students and the greater Durant community.
“Our purpose at First United is to inspire and empower others to Spend Life Wisely, and this investment will do just that,” said Greg Massey, CEO of First United Bank. “We believe in supporting the future leaders, families, and businesses that make our communities strong. Southeastern students are an essential part of that future, and we are proud to invest in them.”
“This is more than just an investment in athletics,” said Southeastern President Dr. Thomas W. Newsom. “This is an investment in our students, our community, and the future of Southeastern Oklahoma State University. We are incredibly grateful for the continued generosity and vision of the Massey Family Foundation and First United Bank.”
