SMU is making waves in the college sports world, and it’s not just about football anymore. The Mustangs are reportedly considering adding a men’s lacrosse program, a move that could shake up the ACC and the NCAA tournament landscape.

In a recent interview with On3, SMU Athletic Director Damon Evans hinted at the possibility, noting that lacrosse is a hot topic among fans and boosters. While baseball has been a frequent question, Evans pointed out that lacrosse has a key advantage: an existing facility. The Crum Lacrosse and Sports Field, currently used by SMU’s club teams, could serve as a foundation for a Division I program with some upgrades.

This isn’t just a pipe dream. The Dallas-Fort Worth area is one of the fastest-growing hotbeds for lacrosse in the country, and SMU’s strong donor base could help fund the transition. If the Mustangs make the leap, they’d become the sixth ACC men’s lacrosse team, triggering an automatic NCAA tournament bid for the conference and potentially expanding the tournament field.

Syracuse head coach Gary Gait has already voiced support for adding another ACC program, and the chatter suggests SMU has been quietly working on this for a while. Imagine the possibilities: the first Division I lacrosse program in Texas, a foothold in the Sun Belt, and maybe even a Final Four hosted at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. For lacrosse fans and SMU supporters, this is a game-changer worth watching.