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Quarterback Quinn Ewers runs the ball furing the Red River Rivalry game on Oct. 12, 2024.

Steve Sarkisian has done what he came to Texas to do: build a national championship-caliber team

Lindsey Plotkin, Double Coverage Editor October 18, 2024

The No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs have been the gold standard of college football over the past few years. They won back-to-back national championships and have been favored in every game since Sept. 4, 2021.  This...

The Silver Spur Wranglers grab Bevo ahead of the Sugar Bowl game on Jan. 1, 2019.

Head to head history: Georgia

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 18, 2024

In the 244 combined seasons that Texas and Georgia have played football, the teams have only ever faced off five times. Now for their sixth matchup in history, they will not only be competing in the same...

Heisman watch: Week 8

Heisman watch: Week 8

Meaghan English, Senior Sports Reporter October 18, 2024

Ashton Jeanty - Boise State running back Jeanty has made it to the top of the Heisman ranks for the second week in arow, with his odds sitting at +200. With 1,248 rushing yards and 17 touchdownsthrough...

Notes on the opponent: Georgia

Zachary Davis, General Sports Reporter October 18, 2024

No. 5 Georgia will travel to Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium Saturday for the first time since 1958, so a lot of eyes and media attention will be on the game. In five matches played between the...

Members of the UT Men's Swim Team come up for air during their first meet on Oct. 3, 2024.

How the SEC bodes for Texas men’s swimming and diving

Karthik Nemmani, General Sports Reporter October 18, 2024

Three in the top 10 and seven in the top 25. This is what No. 2 Texas men’s swimming and diving is up against in the Southeastern Conference. A stark contrast to the one Big 12 team, Arizona State,...

A Texas swimmer competes in the 200m butterfly on Feb. 2, 2024 at a meet against TCU.

Texas swimmers readjust to student life following summer Olympic success

Payton Blalock, General Sports Reporter October 17, 2024

Several Texas swimmers spent their summers gaining firsthand experience on swimming’s largest stage, competing in front of crowds of over 20,000 people at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Current and former...

The UT Silver Spurs lead Bevo XV out of the tunnel in Darrell K Royal Stadium ahead of Texas' game against UTSA on Sept. 14, 2024.

Mind over matter: How UT supports Texas athletes’ mental health

Miles Schuk Ehler, General Sports Reporter October 17, 2024

Balancing the rigors of online criticism, academics and the high expectations of sports performance can be overwhelming. For many student athletes at the University, life goes beyond the scoreboard....

Notes on the coach: Kirby Smart

Notes on the coach: Kirby Smart

Isa Almeida, Senior Sports Reporter October 17, 2024

The Texas versus Georgia matchup on Saturday will mean more than just a top-five matchup. For the two head coaches, it will be a reunion between close friends. Georgia head coach Kirby Smart and Texas...

Junior defensive back Micael Taaffe with the golden hat on Oct. 12, 2024.

Texas defense has ultimate test in store with Georgia quarterback Carson Beck

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 17, 2024

There’s no debate that the Texas defense will have its work cut out for it against an unforgiving Georgia offense this weekend.   The biggest threat that stands before the Longhorns is the fact...

Linebacker Morice Blackwell Jr. with the golden hat on Oct. 12, 2024.

Week 8 SEC stat leaders

Anna Ambrose, General Sports Reporter October 17, 2024

As college football enters its eighth week, the SEC continues to dominate the standings. Eight SEC teams sit in the AP Top 25, with Texas at No. 1 and Georgia at No. 5. Those two teams will face off this...

Linebacker Morice Blackwell Jr. with the golden hat on Oct. 12, 2024.

SEC Power Rankings

Henry Hipschman, General Sports Reporter October 17, 2024

The SEC has seen a hectic few weeks with powerhouse teams experiencing unexpected grudge matches, crazy upsets and major changes in the SEC rankings. No. 1 Texas (6–0)  Texas, one of the newest...

Redshirt sophomore Vivian Ovrootsky hits the ball in a match against Kansas State University on March 24, 2024.

Women’s tennis fall season recap: Freshmen make a statement

October 16, 2024

As Texas women’s tennis gears up for the conference and championship season in the spring, fall tournaments represent a crucial step in reaching their goals. Matches in the fall allow for player development,...

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