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Texas' Jahdae Barron celebrates after receiving an interception and scoring a touchdown against the University of Texas at San Antonio on Sept. 17, 2022. Texas defeated UTSA 41-20.

Texas wasn’t his initial plan, but Jahdae Barron is fitting in perfectly

Lindsey Plotkin, Sports Desk Editor September 29, 2023

Senior defensive back Jahdae Barron might not always be the one making the big tackle or a flashy interception, but he holds the Texas defense together. The player from Pflugerville has nine solo tackles...

Junior Running Back (No.4) Devin Neal, runs the ball into the endzone for a 48-yard touchdown against the Missouri State offense at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on Sept. 1, 2023.

Opponents to Watch: Kansas

Bo Espey, General Sports Reporter September 29, 2023

Jalon Daniels  Texas fans are all too familiar with junior quarterback Jalon Daniels. Two years ago, Daniels helped lead the Jayhawks to a thrilling 57-56 win in Austin despite being 31-point underdogs....

The Texas football team runs onto the field ahead of their game against Baylor on September 23, 2023 in Waco, TX.

Big 12 Power Rankings: Week 5

Isa Almeida, General Sports Reporter September 29, 2023

1- Texas Longhorns Texas heads into week five in the top spot after taking down unranked Baylor 38-6 and stands at its highest national ranking since 2009. One of the three undefeated teams in the conference,...

Sophomore Jonathon Brooks celebrates with his teammates after scoring the first touchdown during Texas' game against Rice on Sept. 2, 2023.

Games to Watch: Week 5

Emmanuel Ramirez, Senior Sports Reporter September 28, 2023

Another week of college football is here, and there are plenty of exciting games happening around the nation. Here’s a look at the top four games to look out for this weekend:  No. 24 Kansas @ No....

The Texas Football team enters their field ahead of the kickoff of their game against Wyoming on September 16, 2023.

Hutch’s Huddle: Week 5

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor September 28, 2023

Texas has played some clean football in its undefeated season so far. As a team that gets plenty of attention, receiving both compliments and criticism from the media, the Longhorns have kept their slate...

Head to Head History: Kansas

Head to Head History: Kansas

Lauren Hightower, General Sports Reporter September 28, 2023

Traveling to Austin to play during a triple-digit heat index, No. 24 Kansas will face off against No. 3 Texas for the 22nd time in program history, but for the first time as ranked opponents.  And...

Dillon Mitchell wants another chance at a national title

Dillon Mitchell wants another chance at a national title

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor September 28, 2023

Sophomore forward Dillon Mitchell reflected on the brand new Texas men’s basketball team and his decision to stay in the program after his promising freshman season. “I want to win the national...

Texas defense shines through first four weeks of impressive 4–0 season

Texas defense shines through first four weeks of impressive 4–0 season

Haden Knobloch, General Sports Reporter September 28, 2023

Texas will face No. 24 Kansas on Saturday in Austin, and a victory means the Longhorns would be off to their best start since 2009. One key to the game will be the defense’s ability to contain junior...

Two former Longhorns set to compete at the Ryder Cup

Two former Longhorns set to compete at the Ryder Cup

Bo Espey, General Sports Reporter September 27, 2023

Texas men’s golf alumni Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Spieth will represent Team USA this weekend at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in Rome, Italy for the 44th Ryder Cup. Spieth, who is making...

Texas women’s tennis is off to a running start with addition of new players

Texas women’s tennis is off to a running start with addition of new players

Moctezuma Perez, General Sports Reporter September 27, 2023

After making the quarterfinals of the NCAA Championships this spring, Texas women’s tennis is poised to take another crack at adding another national championship to their trophy room with the help of...

The last dance: women’s basketball conference season preview

The last dance: women’s basketball conference season preview

Isa Almeida, General Sports Reporter September 26, 2023

No. 15 Texas women’s basketball's final Big 12 season begins on Dec. 30, facing off against Baylor at Moody Center. Here are five games to look forward to in the 18-game journey to the Big 12 Championship...

Mens basketball coach Rodney Terry on March 27, 2023.

Texas men’s basketball Big 12 schedule revealed

JT Bowen, Senior Sports Reporter September 26, 2023

On Tuesday, the Big 12 announced its schedule for the 2023-24 men’s basketball season. Texas will play 18 games in its final season as a member of the league and open conference play at home against...

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