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Four Longhorns to watch this year

Nitya Duran August 6, 2012

The fall semester is less than a month away, and with it comes a new college athletic season. Here is a list of four Texas players that are somewhat under the radar and are primed for breakout. Be sure...

Penn State kicker transfers to Texas

Sara Beth Purdy August 3, 2012

Junior Anthony Fera has announced his intent to transfer to Texas for the fall of 2012 and will had depth to the Longhorn’s inexperience roster at kicker. Fera, who is originally from Cypress, Texas,...

Anthony Fera leaves Penn State, joining Longhorns

The Associated Press August 2, 2012

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Kicker-punter Anthony Fera has left Penn State, the second starter to depart Happy Valley this week following harsh NCAA sanctions against the program for the Jerry Sandusky...

Longhorns claim three medals in two days

Sara Beth Purdy July 30, 2012

After two full days of competition, three Longhorns have already acquired hardware in London. Former Longhorns Ricky Berens and Brendan Hansen, along with senior Jimmy Feigen, all medaled in their respective...

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Why West Virginia will win the Big 12

Christian Corona July 30, 2012

I’ll admit it — I was one of the seven people who picked West Virginia to win the Big 12 this year. Thirty-two of the 41 people who submitted ballots for this year’s preseason Big 12...

Ash, McCoy still battling for starting quarterback spot

Christian Corona July 30, 2012

The Longhorns have two great running backs returning and another prolific tailback prospect preparing for his freshman season. Their defense should be one of the best in the country. But all anyone wants...

Julio Borbon ready for anther shot at majors

Antonio Morales July 25, 2012

Three roller-coaster seasons removed from his major league debut with the Texas Rangers, Julio Borbon is ready to be an everyday center fielder at the highest level, whether it’s with the Rangers...

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Okafor, Vaccaro won’t travel for Media Days

Sara Beth Purdy July 23, 2012

The only question surrounding the Texas defense this summer is just how good they can be as an overall unit. A lot of that expectation comes from a star-studded returning cast that includes seniors safety...

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Texas’ defense carries weight at Media Days

Nick Cremona July 23, 2012

In the Big 12 Conference there’s a fine line between controversy and a calculated chess move when it comes to selecting players to represent one’s school in front of the media. Bringing a...

Newcomers TCU and WVU add strength to Big 12

Nitya Duran July 23, 2012

The Big 12 was happy to announce the addition of Texas Christian and West Virginia to the conference on July 1. Two spots became available after the departure of Missouri and Texas A&M from the conference...

Big East drops lawsuit against TCU, will get $5M

The Associated Press July 19, 2012

The Big East Conference has dropped its lawsuit against TCU and will receive the $5 million it was seeking from TCU after it bailed out on a commitment to join the conference. The Big East filed the suit...

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Hamilton hopes to make big impact in second season

Trey Scott July 16, 2012

DENVER — The difference between Jordan Hamilton’s freshman and sophomore years at Texas was stark. The former Longhorn swingman is hoping for the same kind of improvement as he enters his...

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