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Mark Cuban Donates $11 Million to Boost IU Football

1/18/2026

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  • Mark Cuban, billionaire and Indiana University alumnus, donated to Indiana University to support its football program's pursuit of the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship.
  • His net worth is about $9.6 billion, and his gifts include $5 million for a sports media center and $6 million for the rugby team.
  • The donations were described as a “big number” and Cuban emphasizes building a well-rounded team and praises Curt Cignetti's recruiting strategy.