HR&P proudly honors our military service members by sponsoring the football Military Salute of the Game before the University of Houston’s Coogs took on Utah.

 During the HR&P Military Salute of the Game, Eddie Nuñez, UH Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics, presented a game ball to Captain Bill Blum of the United States Air Force. Captain Blum’s distinguished service to our nation from 1978 to 1987 as an Aircraft Commander reflects his unwavering commitment to our country. Throughout his career, he provided Aeromedical airlift and VIP transport across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East from Rhein-Main Air Base in Germany. Captain Blum also excelled as a Flight and Academic Instructor in the T-38, earning the title of Outstanding Flight Instructor in 1983. 

He is a proud graduate of the University of Houston and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in 1978. That same year, he impressively was a standout pitcher for the Cougars, serving as team captain and representing Team USA in the USA-Japan Collegiate Baseball World Series! 

Captain Blum was joined during the salute by his wife, Joan and his family. We give our deepest gratitude and appreciation to U.S. Air Force Captain Bill Blum and all those who have selflessly served our great nation.