[1] A civic group was appointed by the Houston Chamber of Commerce Athletics Committee in 1959 to organize the bowl game.

The proceeds from the bowl games were distributed to various Harris County charitable organizations.

The game was discontinued following the 1987 season due to poor ticket sales and lack of a title sponsor.

From 1980 to 1987, with the exception of 1981, a runner-up from the Southwest Conference played against an at-large opponent.

The hometown Houston Cougars played in four games, all before joining the SWC.