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Notes on the Coach

Notes on the Coach

Bo Espey, General Sports Reporter September 7, 2023

In a head coaching career that has spanned over three decades across four different teams, Alabama’s Nick Saban has claimed seven national championships, won 286 games and coached 44 All-American athletes....

Hutch's Huddle: Week 2

Hutch’s Huddle: Week 2

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor September 7, 2023

It’s hard to believe I was so skeptical of Texas’ offense on Saturday afternoon, that I didn’t want to leave at halftime — however, the heat made my decision for me and I left anyway. While the...

Senior stars look to leave their legacy in Big 12

Senior stars look to leave their legacy in Big 12

Evan Vieth, Associate Sports Editor September 7, 2023

Just four Longhorns remain from the final two recruiting classes of the 2010s, but none of them have been part of a Texas team that’s eclipsed nine wins. With one more season left in the Big 12, and...

Games to Watch

Games to Watch

Lauren Hightower, General Sports Reporter September 7, 2023

All of these teams won their respective game last week, but only half of these teams can start the season with a 2–0 record. Here are some of the top matchups to look out for this weekend:    No....

Sarkisian’s return to Tuscaloosa nears as Texas prepares for top five road matchup

Sarkisian’s return to Tuscaloosa nears as Texas prepares for top five road matchup

Evan Vieth, Associate Sports Editor September 5, 2023

With the countdown to the much anticipated Alabama versus Texas football game drawing closer, Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian reflected on returning back to his former employers. “I’ve been fortunate;...

Redshirt freshman quarterback, Quinn Ewers, attempts a pass during the Orange and White spring football game on April 23, 2022. The game showcased the talents of Ewers and sophomore quarterback Hudson Card as they competed for the starting position this fall.

Texas defeats Rice 37-10, with strong defensive showing in season opener

Lindsey Plotkin, Sports Desk Editor September 2, 2023

On a sweltering September afternoon at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, No. 11 Texas defeated Rice 37-10 in its first game of the season.  Texas struggled offensively in the first half, going...

Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers throws the ball at the UT vs. OU game on Oct. 8, 2022.

Third-down woes continue to plague Longhorns in season opener

Evan Vieth, Sports Associate Editor September 2, 2023

Despite a comfortable victory over Rice in the scorching Austin heat, Texas’ third-down struggles were, again, apparent. With one week separating kickoff between No.11 Texas and No. 4 Alabama, imperfections...

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UT vs. Rice: Keys to the Game

JT Bowen, Senior Sports Reporter August 31, 2023

The first week often sees the Longhorns pitted against a weaker program, and this year is no different, as Texas football will kick off its 2023 campaign this Saturday at home against Rice. With a potential...

Games to Watch: Week 1

Games to Watch: Week 1

Bo Espey, General Sports Reporter August 31, 2023

Colorado at No. 17 TCU Sept. 2, 11 a.m. CT, FOX TCU is back in action after making the College Football Playoff national championship game last year. The Horned Frogs must replace playmakers on both...

Meet the newest Longhorns

Meet the newest Longhorns

Isa Almeida, Sports General Reporter August 31, 2023

Texas football head coach Steve Sarkisian’s 2023 recruiting class was named No. 3 overall in the country, with multiple five-star recruits on their way to the Forty Acres this season and the ones yet...

Notes on the coach — Rice

Notes on the coach — Rice

Lauren Hightower, General Sports Reporter August 31, 2023

Under the direction of head coach Mike Bloomgren, Rice football has progressed like a turtle crossing the road: slowly, with bumps in the path, but making progress. This season will not only mark a...

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