Texas Baseball Honors Late Super Fan with Orange Chair

Fans' calls for a permanent tribute to Scott Wilson, a 25-year season ticket holder, are answered by the university.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 3:15pm

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The Texas Longhorns baseball team has unveiled a new tribute to Scott Wilson, a lifelong and dedicated fan who passed away in October 2025. Wilson had not missed a Texas baseball game in over 25 years, a streak spanning more than 1,550 games. In response to fan requests, the university has painted Wilson's regular seat at UFCU Disch-Falk Field a distinct orange color to honor his memory and unwavering support.

Why it matters

Wilson's story and dedication to the Texas baseball team resonated with fans, who felt his presence and spirit should be memorialized at the stadium. The orange chair serves as a permanent reminder of Wilson's impact and the power of passionate fandom, even after a fan's passing.

The details

Wilson, who was 74 years old at the time of his death, was a fixture at Texas baseball games for over 25 years, attending every single game in that span. His streak of 1,550 consecutive games attended was recognized by the university in 2016. Fans took to social media after his passing, calling for his regular seat to be turned into a bronze memorial chair with his name and final game streak inscribed. The university listened and has now painted Wilson's seat a distinct orange color, making it stand out in the sea of green chair backs at the stadium.

  • Wilson passed away in October 2025.
  • Fans began calling for a memorial for Wilson in late October 2025.
  • The new orange chair tribute was unveiled on January 30, 2026, the night before the annual Longhorn baseball alumni game.

The players

Scott Wilson

A 74-year-old lifelong Texas Longhorns fan who had attended over 1,550 consecutive Texas baseball games, a streak spanning more than 25 years.

Chris Del Conte

The athletic director of the University of Texas.

Texas Baseball

The baseball team of the University of Texas Longhorns.

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What they’re saying

“Make it a bronze chair with his name and final game streak inscribed.”

— NashTalksTexas

“Scott's seat should be changed to the only burnt orange one like the single red one at Fenway in Scott's honor. Hook'Em 🤘🏻”

— Aaron Horne

What’s next

The university plans to hold a special ceremony honoring Scott Wilson and unveiling the new orange chair tribute during the Longhorns' home opener on February 14, 2026.

The takeaway

This gesture by the Texas baseball program demonstrates the profound impact that dedicated, passionate fans can have on a team and university, even after they are gone. The orange chair will serve as a lasting tribute to Scott Wilson's unwavering support and devotion to the Longhorns, inspiring future generations of fans.