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Joe Buck on his career, critics, advice that shaped him

Joe Buck on his career, critics, advice that shaped him

Ryan Hopper, General Sports Reporter March 11, 2025

The typically unflappable Joe Buck was tense ahead of game one of the 1996 World Series between the Atlanta Braves and New York Yankees at the original Yankee Stadium.  At just 27 years old, Buck...

From family to the field: How Ultimate strengthened two brothers’ bond

From family to the field: How Ultimate strengthened two brothers’ bond

Leo Barnes, General Sports Reporter March 7, 2025

The disc hung in the air for just a moment, but for sophomore Isaac Fuzat, the memory lasted forever. As he darted toward the end zone, the throw from his older brother, Xavier, would drop perfectly...

Texas mascot Bevo enters the field ahead of Texas' game against UTSA on Sept. 14, 2024.

Four prominent Bevos throughout time

Henry Hipschman, General Sports Reporter March 7, 2025

He’s one of the most recognizable live-animal mascots among universities. He’s been a staple of Texas Athletics since his introduction on Thanksgiving Day in 1916. He’s Bevo. For nearly 110...

Athletic director of the University of Texas at Austin Chris Del Conte at the Orange vs. White football game on April 20, 2024.

Chris Del Conte announces spring game replacement at annual town hall

Ryan Hopper, General Sports Reporter March 3, 2025

Texas Athletics Director Chris Del Conte addressed a number of topics at his annual town hall at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on Wednesday night. After highlighting his department’s...

Longhorns share love at PAWs animal shelter Valentine's Day fundraiser

Longhorns share love at PAWs animal shelter Valentine’s Day fundraiser

Ayan Masud and Tyler Pullum February 19, 2025

    Kennels of puppies were scattered around Victory Lap last Thursday as PAWS Shelter of Central Texas hosted a Valentine’s Day fundraiser. Although many may have felt the gloom of droplets...

Middle blocker Marianna Singletary celebrates outside hitter Devin Kahahawai after a point on Oct. 2, 2024.

Texas volleyball faces key departures but reloads with elite talent for 2025 season

Perla Paredes Hernandez, General Sports Reporter January 14, 2025

It wasn’t long ago that confetti fell on Texas volleyball, a symbol of their dominance over the nation. Now, that magic must be reignited. A major loss came with the departure of Erik Sullivan, who...

What does the new year look like for Texas athletics?

What does the new year look like for Texas athletics?

Lauren Hightower, Associate Sports Editor January 14, 2025

While fans cheer on the baseball team during head coach Jim Schlossnagle’s first season at Texas or watch as the Texas softball team attempts to make it back to the Women’s College World Series, Texas...

Texas swimming and diving takes down SMU decisively in first spring meet

Texas swimming and diving takes down SMU decisively in first spring meet

Payton Blalock, General Sports Reporter January 14, 2025

After an undeniably successful fall season in the pool, the No. 1 and No. 2 Texas men’s and women’s swimming and diving programs emerged from their winter training block on Friday at the Lee and Joe...

Offensive lineman Hayden Conner pushes Ohio State defenders to protect wide receiver Isaiah Bond during the Cotton Bowl Classic on Jan. 10, 2025.

Offensive lineman Hayden Conner declares for NFL draft

Alistair Manliguez, Senior Sports Reporter January 13, 2025

After losing in the College Football Playoff semifinals, senior offensive lineman Hayden Conner officially declared for the NFL draft on Jan. 12. The announcement was made on social media, shortly after...

Defensive back Andrew Mukuba smiles after intercepting the ball during Texas' game against Kentucky on Nov. 23, 2024.

Andrew Mukuba’s one-year rental pays off, safety declares for the NFL draft

Ayan Masud, General Sports Reporter January 13, 2025

Andrew Mukuba’s extensive college career has come to an end. When he made the decision to transfer to the University of Texas, he knew it would be his last one. As a true freshman at Clemson in 2021,...

The student section during Texas' game against Kentucky on Nov. 23, 2024.

What once was: The old student ticket experience

Nicholas Kingman, General Sports Reporter December 3, 2024

For Longhorns of a previous generation, having difficulty getting into Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium for Texas football home games seems foreign, as the former ticketing system, the Longhorns...

Athletic director of the University of Texas at Austin Chris Del Conte at the Orange vs. White football game on April 20, 2024.

From the ranch to the football field: Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte’s journey to serve others through sports

Lauren Hightower, Senior Sports Reporter December 2, 2024

For Texas athletic director and 2024 Austinite of the Year Chris Del Conte, it all comes back to the lessons he learned and the people he met on a 147-acre ranch in Taos, New Mexico.  Del Conte...

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