Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

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UT swimmer Jack Conger, Gunnar Bentz detained in Rio

Ezra Siegel August 18, 2016

Junior swimmer Jack Conger and Team USA swimmer Gunnar Bentz were pulled off their flights from Rio de Janeiro to the United States by Brazilian authorities Wednesday night, according to the Associated...

Judge orders Texas-Ex Jimmy Feigen, Ryan Lochte to stay in Brazil after robbery claim

Ezra Siegel August 17, 2016

A Brazilian judge issued an order Wednesday to seize the passports of American swimmers Ryan Lochte and Jimmy Feigen, according to the New York Times. The warrant comes in response to the swimmers’ testimony...

Joseph Schooling conquers his idol, wins Olympic gold

Cat Cardenas August 15, 2016

RIO DE JANEIRO – When junior swimmer Joseph Schooling finished his 100-meter butterfly race at the Rio Olympics, he looked back to see his time of 50.39 seconds — three-quarters of a second faster...

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Conger, Feigen among four American swimmers held at gunpoint outside Olympic Village

Ezra Siegel August 14, 2016

Two Longhorn swimmers were held at gunpoint in an armed robbery in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Saturday night, according to NBC Sports. Rising junior Jack Conger and Texas alumnus Jimmy Feigen, along...

Michelle Carter makes history in shot put, empowers young girls to do the same

Cat Cardenas August 14, 2016

RIO DE JANEIRO – Michelle Carter had one shot left to make history. The former Longhorn was already an underdog —no American had ever won gold in women’s shot put. And New Zealand’s Valerie...

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Longhorn Hassan Ridgeway drafted No. 116 to Indianapolis Colts

Samuel Williams April 30, 2016

The wait spanned more than 41 hours, but Hassan Ridgeway finally heard his name called early Saturday afternoon.  “[Waiting] was rough,” Ridgeway said. “I wouldn’t put my...

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Austin Spurs finish season strong over Texas Legends

Steve Helwick April 3, 2016

After a near-late collapse in last night’s contest, the Austin Spurs entered the final game of their regular season with the demeanor of finishing strong. In a 104-84 victory over the Texas Legends...

Austin Spurs clinch playoff berth after snapping losing streak

Steve Helwick March 25, 2016

It was a rough stretch. The playoffs had been envisioned for the division-leading Austin Spurs for a prolonged period of time. A five-game losing streak and three-game home skid had hindered any excitement...

Professional golf returns to Austin as WGC-Dell Match Play begins Wednesday

Trenton Daeschner March 23, 2016

Professional golf is back in Austin for the first time since 2009.  The Dell Match Play, a World Golf Championships event, will play host to the top 64 players in the world Wednesday through Sunday...

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Austin Spurs spur comeback, avenge loss to Oklahoma City

Steve Helwick February 22, 2016

Coach Ken McDonald pulled out the clipboard during a timeout with only 15.4 seconds remaining in overtime. The entire team stood around the bench watching everything drawn by the black marker. Deshaun...

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Austin Spurs fall to Oklahoma City Blue in first of consecutive matchups

Steve Helwick February 20, 2016

The Austin Spurs seemed to have figured out the Oklahoma City Blue. The Spurs walked off the floor feeling good leading the Blue 53-45 and only committing two turnovers. But the second half turned...

Austin Spurs sweep two-game series against Idaho

Steve Helwick January 31, 2016

With a 3-point lead, the ball and 5.3 seconds left on the clock, the Austin Spurs planned to use free throws to seal a win over the Idaho Stampede. Instead, the Spurs turned the ball over on the...

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