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SI Report: Mack Brown could step down at Texas by end of season

Peter Sblendorio • October 8, 2013

A high-ranking University of Texas official expects this to be head coach Mack Browns final season with the Longhorns, according to a report by Sports Illustrated. The official said Brown’s...

Despite adversities, senior left guard Trey Hopkins continues to be unsung hero

Peter Sblendorio • October 8, 2013

Senior left guard Trey Hopkins knew little of losing when he first arrived at Texas. He enjoyed a stellar career at North Shore Senior High School in Houston from 2007 through 2010, where he helped...

Longhorns’ senior offensive tackle Donald Hawkins’ play improves as confidence grows

Garrett Callahan • October 8, 2013

For senior offensive tackle Donald Hawkins, one word describes how this season is different from previous ones — confidence. “Confidence [has clicked for me],” Hawkins said. “Everybody...

Stat Guy: For Longhorns, avoiding turnovers, early deficits key against Oklahoma

David Leffler • October 8, 2013

The Red River Rivalry is never a game to miss, thanks to the fried food, the State Fair of Texas and a deep-seated hate between Oklahoma and Texas. Well, that is unless you’re a Texas fan trying...

Senior Toni Hakula ready to help lead team to another championship

Sebastian Herrera • October 8, 2013

When senior Toni Hakula began his career at Texas in the fall of 2010, he was just a kid from Espoo, Finland, trying to adjust to life in America. “It was different, the whole culture change and...

Pittsburgh Pirates fans celebrate after fantastic season

Grant Gordon • October 7, 2013

Over the last two decades, Pittsburgh Pirates fans have become accustomed to losing. The Pirates compiled a losing record in each of the past 20 seasons, which is the longest losing streak in U.S. professional...

Dallas Cowboys: Tony Romo’s blunder costs team again

Adam Beard • October 7, 2013

Tony Romo might have played the best football game ever by a Dallas Cowboys quarterback for 58 minutes on Sunday afternoon against the Denver Broncos. On his first 35 throws, Romo completed 25 passes for...

Texas Longhorn wide receiver Mike Davis deserves suspension after cheap shot block

Chris Hummer • October 7, 2013

Mike Davis played injured on Thursday night against Iowa State. He battled through a painful ankle injury, caused a mismatch every down and had a good game with six catches for 64 yards. Yet, none of that...

Texas reveals new gold-trimmed uniforms for Red River Rivalry

Chris Hummer • October 7, 2013

Monday, Texas revealed a new gold-trimmed jersey for this Saturday's Red River Rivalry matchup with Oklahoma. Nike Pro Combat Red River Rivalry uniforms with gold accents, referencing the Golden...

Everything you need to know about rowing

Samantha Jackson • October 7, 2013

While rowing might seem like a smaller sport, there are more Division I rowers on the University of Texas campus than athletes of any other sport than track and field and football. The Daily Texan has...

Addison unable to advance in singles at ITA All-American Championships

Chris Caraveo • October 7, 2013

After a five-day wait, sophomore Breaunna Addison’s first singles appearance at the ITA All-American Championships was short-lived. Addison played Thursday against No. 11 Kyle McPhillips...

Longhorns tame LSU Tigers in Baton Rouge in last non-conference game

Evan Berkowitz • October 7, 2013

Behind a match-high 15 kills by junior outside hitter Haley Eckerman, the No. 4 Longhorns swept the LSU Tigers 3-0 (25-12, 25-18, 25-17) in Baton Rouge on Saturday afternoon. Despite big wins in all...