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The Daily Texan

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter

Emma is a journalism sophomore from Prosper, Texas and is probably watching Dallas Mavericks highlights as you read this. She currently works on the women’s basketball beat as a senior reporter, but has previously reported on men’s swim and dive and softball. In addition to watching the Mavericks, she enjoys spending her free time with the people she loves most, usually by grabbing some coffee or boba with them.

All content by Emma Hutchinson
Wide Receiver DeAndre Moore Jr. catches the first touchdown of the game against Mississippi State on Sept. 28, 2024.

Sophomore wide receiver DeAndre Moore Jr. rises to the occasion against Vanderbilt as a young captain

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 29, 2024

Lost in the anticipation of its third ranked matchup of the season and its second on the road, Texas football announced the four captains who would represent the Longhorns against Vanderbilt.   Head...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers throws a pass to tight end Gunnar Helm during Texas' game against Vanderbilt on Oct. 26, 2024.

Second-half penalties undermine strong first-half performance in 27-24 win over No. 25 Vanderbilt

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 26, 2024

Despite junior quarterback Quinn Ewers having arguably one of the best first-half performances of his Texas career, penalties in the second half nearly erased all efforts to make Saturday a close 27-24...

Golfer Tommy Morrison holds up the 2023-2024 Learfield Directors Cup trophy during halftime of the football game against Colorado State on Saturday.

Week 9: SEC stat leaders

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 24, 2024

This year’s regular season of college football is fully underway, with half of the schedule done and dusted as teams head into week nine. Just two teams from the SEC remain within the top five of the...

Offensive Lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. prevents Arch Manning from a sack during Texas' game against Georgia on Oct. 19, 2024.

Texas offensive line faults lead to heightened quarterback pressure, failure to execute against Georgia

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 21, 2024

Texas offense finally met its match in the Georgia defense. In their first loss of the 2024 season, the Longhorns were sacked seven times and gave up 10 tackles for loss for a combined 122 yards and...

Defensive back Jahdae Barron runs the ball towards the end zone after intercepting a pass from Georgia quarterback Carson Beck during Texas' game against the Bulldogs on Oct. 19, 2024.

Texas loses turnover battle against Georgia as Bulldogs find success with nearly every opportunity

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 20, 2024

As Texas faced a 15-point deficit with just over three minutes left in the third quarter, a stroke of luck needed to happen.  On a 3rd-and-10, redshirt senior Georgia quarterback Carson Beck spun a...

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...

Longhorn band members celebrate as runningback Quintrevion Wisner lands in the endzone for a touchdown on Oct. 12, 2024.

Steve Sarkisian, Texas football, enamored with themselves: it’s wreaked havoc on college football

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 14, 2024

This year’s Red River Rivalry may not have dazzled with explosive plays and a high-stakes score, but the final result proved another statement win for Texas. The Longhorns stunned the Oklahoma Sooners...

Running back Quintrevion Wisner runs past Oklahoma defensive back Kani Walker during the Red River Rivalry game on Oct. 12, 2024.

Individual offensive hustle propels Texas to 34-3 victory over No. 18 Oklahoma despite rocky return for Quinn Ewers

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 12, 2024

In a game where the anticipation surrounding the return of Quinn Ewers added to the fuel of pregame expectations, the junior quarterback was overshadowed by the talents of his right-hand men. No. 1...

OU head football coach Brent Venables during game against Houston on Sept. 7.

Notes on the Coach: Brent Venables

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 10, 2024

Similar to how Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian made his third year at the helm his best so far, Oklahoma’s Brent Venables looks to make his third time a charm with the Sooners.   Venables took...

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.

UT to host Texas Fight Rally on campus tonight

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 9, 2024

The annual Texas Fight Rally returns this evening ahead of the 120th rendition of the Red River Rivalry game against the No. 18 Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday.   Held every year before the historic...

Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian sings the Eyes of Texas after the Longhorns' win against Mississippi State on Sept. 28, 2024.

As Texas embraces emotions associated with Red River Rivalry, it also looks to keep its composure to avoid costly mistakes

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor October 7, 2024

This year’s Red River Shootout game will be the 120th rendition of the historic rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma. That’s over a century of Sooners throwing a ‘Horns down’ on national television,...

Senior defensive lineman Vernon Broughton attempts to tackle Mississippi State running back Johnnie Daniels during Texas' game against the Bulldogs on Sept. 28, 2024.

La defensa de Texas supera la lenta primera parte con una segunda mitad de juego casi impecable ante Mississippi State

Emma Hutchinson and Desiree Marquez September 30, 2024

Nota del editor: este artículo se publicó por primera vez el 28 de septiembre del 2024 por Emma Hutchinson y fue traducido al español por Desiree Marquez.  Aquellos que recién sintonizan al...

Senior defensive lineman Vernon Broughton attempts to tackle Mississippi State running back Johnnie Daniels during Texas' game against the Bulldogs on Sept. 28, 2024.

Texas defense overshadows sluggish first half with near-spotless second half showing against Mississippi State

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 28, 2024

Those just now tuning into Texas football might not believe that the Longhorns had a defense capable of holding its previous four opponents to an average of 5.5 points per game after a lackluster showing...

Sophomore linebacker Liona Lefau celebrates a safety with his teammates during Texas' game against ULM on Sept. 21, 2024.

Live Coverage: Texas vs. Mississippi State

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 28, 2024

Head coach Steve Sarkisian talks to a ref during Texas' game against ULM on Sept. 21, 2024.

Does Texas have an easy route to the SEC Championship, or do other teams lack Longhorns’ consistency?

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 26, 2024

For years it’s been echoed throughout college football that the Southeastern Conference boasts the most challenging competition a team can face. Nine out of the now-16 schools in the conference have...

Freshman wide receiver Ryan Wingo smiles as he scores a touchdown during Texas' game against UTSA on Sept. 14, 2024.

Texas’ offensive depth stands as most crucial aspect to Longhorns’ ability to dominate their opponents

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 23, 2024

The Texas offense has seen 12 different players find their way into the endzone this season.  That includes seven wide receivers, three running backs, one tight end and one quarterback. Having this...

Running back Jaydon Blue is tackled by a defender during Texas' game against ULM on Sept. 21, 2024.

Arch Manning utiliza el juego terrestre y sella la victoria 51-3 sobre Louisiana Monroe

Emma Hutchinson and Daniela Capistran September 23, 2024

Nota del editor: este artículo se publicó por primera vez el 22 de septiembre por Emma Hutchinson y fue traducido al español por Daniela Capistran. Tener nervios en el primer cuarto podría ser...

Running back Jaydon Blue is tackled by a defender during Texas' game against ULM on Sept. 21, 2024.

Arch Manning utilizes rushing game, seals 51-3 victory over Louisiana Monroe

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 22, 2024

Having the first-quarter jitters might just be the key to Texas’ dominant wins.   In each of the three home games the Longhorns have played so far this season, they’ve thrown an interception...

Starting Quarterback Quinn Ewers during Texas' game against UTSA on Sept. 14, 2024.

Texas reaches No. 1 in AP Polls for first time since 2008, but hopes national championship will remain center focus

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 17, 2024

The Texas Longhorns are the No. 1 college football team in the nation for the first time in over 15 years. Less than 24 hours after Texas’ 56-7 beatdown over the UTSA Roadrunners on Saturday, the...

Redshirt freshman quarterback Arch Manning runs the ball downfield for a 67-yard rushing touchdown during Texas' game against UTSA on Sept. 14, 2024.

Backup quarterback Arch Manning shines in explosive play during unexpected early arrival versus UTSA

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 15, 2024

One second, Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium was drowning in the sound of Longhorn fans cheering on senior tight end Gunnar Helm as he caught a pass for a 49-yard gain and hurdled over the UTSA...

Wide receiver DeAndre Moore Jr. is lifted by offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. in celebration after a play during Texas' game at Michigan on Sept. 7, 2024.

Roadrunner turned Longhorn: transfer edge Trey Moore looks to face his former team for the first time

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Reporter September 13, 2024

This Saturday’s football game versus the University of Texas at San Antonio will mark the second time that the two programs have faced each other. For junior edge Trey Moore, it’ll also be his...

Running back Jaydon Blue is tackled by three defenders during Texas' game at Michigan on Sept. 7, 2024.

Steve Sarkisian prioritizes finishing out games in fourth quarter, calling for “killer instincts” to be put in motion

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 10, 2024

The Longhorns left the Michigan Wolverines, last season’s national champions, stunned on Saturday as they dominated inside The Big House. Both sides of the ball showed off their physicality and silenced...

Texas fans cheer at the game against the BYU Cougars on Oct. 28, 2023.

Texas Athletics introduces new reserved student ticket option ahead of Saturday’s football game against UTSA

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 8, 2024

Texas students can now guarantee their seat inside Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on football game days because of to a new ticket claiming option provided by Texas Athletics. Going into effect...

Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers gives a fan his towel after the Texas vs. Michigan Football game at Michigan Stadium on Saturday. Texas won 31-12.

Texas secures 31-12 win over Michigan in Ann Arbor, breaks Wolverines’ 23-home-game win streak

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 7, 2024

Coming into the largest college football stadium in the nation and beating the former national champions isn’t an easy feat.  But the Texas Longhorns made it clear that no amount of pressure could...

Texas swimmer and Olympian Lydia Jacoby opts out of remaining college eligibility, goes professional

Texas swimmer and Olympian Lydia Jacoby opts out of remaining college eligibility, goes professional

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 6, 2024

Texas women’s swimmer and Olympian Lydia Jacoby has decided to forgo her last two years of eligibility and pursue professional swimming, she announced on Instagram on Wednesday.  The rising junior...

Notes from the opponent: Michigan Wolverines

Notes from the opponent: Michigan Wolverines

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 6, 2024

Ahead of one of the most anticipated games in college football this season, The Daily Texan sat down with Noah Kingsley, one of the managing sports editors for The Michigan Daily, to discuss Saturday’s...

Freshman running back Jerrick Gibson runs towards the end zone during Texas' game against CSU on Aug. 31, 2024.

Texas newcomers must channel poise, confidence against Michigan in order to see first road victory

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 3, 2024

For any of the incoming players on the Texas roster who didn’t get to experience the hostility of Tuscaloosa last season, this weekend’s matchup in Ann Arbor is going to be a wake-up call.  The...

Sophomore linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. runs to tackle a CSU player during Texas' game against the Rams on Aug. 31.

Immense pressure from Texas’ secondary eliminates Rams’ passing game early, leads the Longhorns to 52-0 shutout

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 1, 2024

Plan A for the Colorado State Rams: Come in and display the chemistry between quarterback Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi and wide receiver Tory Horton that could spare them some points against a fresh Texas squad.  Plan...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers looks for a teammate to pass to during the Big 12 championship game on Dec. 2, 2023.

Quinn Ewers not caught up in Heisman Trophy race despite being frontrunner

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor August 30, 2024

Quinn Ewers has the potential to be the first Texas quarterback to receive the Heisman Trophy.  Last year, he led the Longhorns to their best season since former quarterback Colt McCoy took the field,...

Wide receiver Xavier Worthy runs past Houston defender on Oct. 21, 2023.

Four things to watch in Texas’ first football game versus Colorado State

Emma Hutchinson and Katie Borchetta August 29, 2024

The Texas Longhorns begin a promising first season in the SEC with a few non-conference regular season games, starting with the Colorado State Rams in Austin. While the Rams enter the year after going...

Defensive back Michael Taaffe after Texas' Big 12 Championship win on Dec. 2, 2023.

Eliminating missed tackles is the priority for safety Michael Taaffe, starting in week one

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor August 26, 2024

Ahead of the football team’s first matchup of the season against Colorado State, one key issue that surfaced during the first media availability this week was the fact that the Rams are bringing in a...

Junior running back Jaydon Blue runs a play down the field during the Allstate Sugar Bowl game against Washington on Jan. 1, 2024.

As injury sweeps Texas’ running back ahead of 2024 season, Steve Sarkisian weighs his options

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor August 23, 2024

The Texas Longhorns’ running back room is going to look very different this season.  After word of starter CJ Baxter’s injury surfaced following practice on Aug. 7, panic set in. With torn lateral...

No. 24 Texas baseball drops first game of Big 12 Championship 6-4 to Texas Tech

No. 24 Texas baseball drops first game of Big 12 Championship 6-4 to Texas Tech

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor May 22, 2024

Taking to Globe Life Field two hours past their scheduled first pitch, No. 24 Texas baseball and Texas Tech had energy to spend on Tuesday night in their first matchup of the Phillips 66 Big 12 Championship....

Texas baseball drops final game of series against No. 14 Oklahoma State 7-2 to finish without sweep

Texas baseball drops final game of series against No. 14 Oklahoma State 7-2 to finish without sweep

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor May 6, 2024

In a total flip from its last two performances against Oklahoma State, Texas baseball gave a lackluster effort on Sunday, resulting in a 7-2 loss to close out the series without a sweep.    The Longhorns...

Max Belyeu sends winning homer to help Texas secure series over No. 14 Oklahoma State

Max Belyeu sends winning homer to help Texas secure series over No. 14 Oklahoma State

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor May 6, 2024

Tied 3-3 at the bottom of the eighth inning with senior third baseman Peyton Powell sitting at first, Texas was inching its way closer to confirming its fourth consecutive Big 12 series win.  And who...

Texas baseball takes Friday night win over No. 14 Oklahoma State to lead off series

Texas baseball takes Friday night win over No. 14 Oklahoma State to lead off series

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor May 4, 2024

Texas and Oklahoma State had themselves a cat-and-mouse chase Friday night, showing no signs of backing down from one another across six identical-scoring innings. The Longhorns finally broke the tension...

Texas baseball soars past Sam Houston in 16-9 win backed by two grand slams

Texas baseball soars past Sam Houston in 16-9 win backed by two grand slams

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor May 4, 2024

Hot off its weekend series win against No. 18 Oklahoma in Norman, Texas baseball returned to Austin for its final midweek and non-conference game of the regular season. The Longhorns rose past Sam Houston...

Texas' Lebarron Johnson Jr. pitches against A&M-Corpus Christi on Feb. 21, 2022. Texas defeated A&M-Corpus Christi 12-2.

Lebarron Johnson Jr. leads Texas baseball to take series over TCU following 2-1 win

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor April 22, 2024

Texas baseball picked up its fifth Big 12 conference series win on Sunday afternoon after scraping by TCU 2-1, finishing the game on a high note despite watching head coach David Pierce getting ejected...

Freshman outfielder Will Gasparino attempts to bunt the ball during Texas' game against TCU on Saturday, April 20, 2024.

Texas baseball rallies to take 7-0 victory over TCU in second game of the series

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor April 20, 2024

Completely flipping the narrative from last night’s contest against TCU, Texas baseball came away with a 7-0 shutout victory over the Horned Frogs thanks to an offensive surge in the second inning.   Despite...

Senior Peyton Powell drops his bat and runs towards first base during Texas’ game against TCU on Friday. The Longhorns lost to the Horned Frogs 5-0.

Texas baseball gets shut out for first time all season against TCU, falls 5-0

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor April 20, 2024

Dropping the first game of a series for the sixth weekend in a row, Texas baseball was shut out for the first time all season in its game against TCU on Friday night, falling 5-0.  For both teams,...

Sophomore first baseman Jared Thomas pitches at a game against UTRGV on April 16, 2024. This is the first time he has pitched in his career as a Longhorn.

Pitching catastrophe for Texas baseball leads to 17-9 blowout from UTRGV

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor April 17, 2024

Grasping for any kind of traction on the mound, Texas baseball saw its wheels fall off in a 17-9 blowout ignited by a fourth-inning scoring run from UT-Rio Grande Valley on Tuesday night. Unlike the energy...

Redshirt sophomore pitcher Gage Boehm pitches during the ninth inning of Texas' game against BYU on Friday. Boehm allowed no runs and recorded five strikeouts in the three innings he pitched.

BYU hands Texas baseball first Big 12 conference series loss

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor April 6, 2024

Replicating its struggle to create enough offensive and defensive security on Thursday against BYU, Texas baseball ultimately dropped its Big 12 series to the Cougars following a 7-5 loss on Saturday....

Redshirt sophomore pitcher Gage Boehm pitches during the ninth inning of Texas' game against BYU on Friday. Boehm allowed no runs and recorded five strikeouts in the three innings he pitched.

Texas baseball beats BYU 4-3, backed by confidence from relief pitcher Gage Boehm

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor April 6, 2024

With Texas baseball leading 4-3 heading into the ninth inning, it needed to shut out BYU to secure the win. With all eyes set on redshirt sophomore pitcher Gage Boehm, he left the Cougars without a chance,...

Infielder Jack O’Dowd hits a home run against BYU on Thursday.

Texas baseball falls 7-5 to BYU, face pitching struggles, lack of offensive momentum

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor April 5, 2024

Despite putting in a thrilling effort to make a last-minute comeback, Texas baseball couldn’t generate enough momentum on Thursday night against BYU, falling 7-5 in its first game of the series.  Following...

Jared Thomas swings a pitch from Abilene Christian University, giving the horns an extra run during the game on April 2, 2024.

Texas baseball takes down Abilene Christian 11-1 with fifth inning scoring spree

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor April 3, 2024

Following up on its ranked series win last weekend, Texas baseball continued its success streak on Tuesday night against Abilene Christian, finding a sweet spot at the bottom of the fifth to put an 11-1...

Sophomore Max Belyeu prepares to hit ball during game against Baylor University on Sunday. The Longhorns beat the Bears 11-1.

Max Belyeu leads Texas baseball to series victory over Baylor with three home runs in 11-1 win

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor March 24, 2024

With the bases loaded and two home runs under his belt already, sophomore outfielder Max Belyeu stood in the box with two strikes taunting him and a chance to bring his teammates home.  And he answered...

Freshman outfielder Will Gasparino swings and hits the ball at game three of the Fall World Series on Nov. 5, 2023. Earlier in the game Gasparino hit a home run for the orange team.

Texas baseball dominates Baylor in second game of series with 10-2 victory

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor March 24, 2024

In the wake of an extra-innings upset, Texas baseball dominated Baylor in its second game of the series on Saturday with a 10-2 win over the Bears.    Hitting the ground running, sophomore first...

Second baseman Dee Kennedy attempts to bunt the ball during Texas' game against the University of San Diego on Feb. 18, 2024.

Texas baseball drops first game of series against Baylor 4-3 in extended 11th inning

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor March 23, 2024

Reaching an 11th inning after leaving the ninth and tenth tied at 3-3, Texas baseball had one final chance to keep Baylor at bay and come away with a series-opening victory on Friday night.  Despite...

Outfielder Porter Brown celebrates his home run during Texas' game against Vanderbilt on March 3, 2024. The Longhorns lost 14-11.

No. 15 Texas baseball erupts in first half against No. 9 Vanderbilt, ultimately drops high-scoring game in 14-11 loss

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor March 4, 2024

In a closed-dome Minute Maid Park on Sunday, fans found themselves in need of an umbrella, because No. 15 Texas and No. 9 Vanderbilt showered them with home runs. The opponents combined for a total of...

Catcher Kimble Schuessler goes to catch a ball during Texas' game against Texas State on March 2, 2024. The Longhorns fell to the Bobcats 11-10.

Despite Texas leading all-time series, Texas State still manages to bully Longhorns out of win

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor March 3, 2024

In what is likely to be the beginning of the end for two teams standing only 30 miles from each other, No. 15 Texas baseball faced unranked Texas State in its first game of three to be had in the season...

Utility Peyton Powell slides back to first during Texas' game against LSU on March 1, 2024. The Longhorns lost to the Tigers 6-3.

No. 15 Texas baseball struggles to contain No. 3 LSU, falls 6-3 on first day of Astros Foundation College Classic

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor March 2, 2024

Facing off against the reigning College World Series champions on Friday night, No. 15 Texas baseball couldn’t seem to find home base against an aggressive No. 3 LSU, falling 6-3 in its first game of...

Redshirt junior pitcher Lebarron Johnson Jr. steps forward to pitch the ball on Feb. 16, 2024. Johnson forced six strikeouts to help the Longhorns win 7-3 in the season opener against San Diego.

From delayed debut to star: Johnson rises as Texas baseball’s Friday night pitcher

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor February 27, 2024

Entering the spring season, Texas baseball was pleasantly surprised to find its star pitcher Lebarron Johnson Jr. back on the roster after he gained eligibility for the 2023 MLB draft at the end of last...

Rylan Galvan blocks a home run during Texas’ game against Cal Poly on Feb 25, 2024. Texas won 7-0 in the the third and final game of the series.

No. 16 Texas baseball comes away with weekend series sweep for the first time since 2002 versus Cal Poly

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor February 26, 2024

In its final weekend game of February, Texas baseball celebrated Black History Month alongside a shutout series sweep for the first time since 2002, after shutting out Cal Poly 7-0 on Sunday and outscoring...

Jared Thomas runs downfield after hitting a home run during Texas' game against Cal Poly on Feb. 24, 2024. Texas won 6-0 in the second game of the series.

Texas baseball leaves Cal Poly scoreless once again in 6-0 victory to claim series win

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor February 24, 2024

Stepping up to the plate at the bottom of the fourth inning, sophomore outfielder Max Belyeu launched his first career home run and first hit of the season to left field, recording two RBI along the way...

Jared Thomas celebrates a completion to home base during Texas' first game in the series against Cal Poly on Feb. 23, 2024. Texas won 2-0.

No. 16 Texas baseball sneaks away with 2-0 win over Cal Poly in first game of series

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor February 24, 2024

With freshman Dee Kennedy set up on third base and a scoreboard full of nothing but Cheerios, sophomore Jared Thomas freed Texas baseball from a scoring drought that lasted until the bottom of the fifth...

Right-handed pitcher Andre Duplantier II prepares to pitch during the game against Houston Christian University on Feb. 20, 2024.

Texas baseball cruises past Houston Christian in dominant 20-3 victory

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor February 21, 2024

In its first midweek game of the season, No. 16 Texas baseball put the Houston Christian Huskies in the dog pound after registering 24 total hits, including seven doubles, a triple and three home runs...

Wide receiver Xavier Worthy runs across the endzone after his touchdown during Texas' game against Wyoming on September 16, 2023. Texas beat Wyoming 31-10.

The Daily Texan’s Super Bowl picks

With Super Bowl Sunday just a few days away, the entire country has its eyes on the matchup between Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs against the elite San Francisco 49ers. Being the sports staff...

St. Louis Cardinal Mike Antico slides to second during the Texas Baseball Alumni Game on Saturday. Antico played for Texas in 2021.

Texas baseball takes alumni back to school with 7–4 preseason win

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor February 3, 2024

As the sun shone down on the freshly manicured UFCU Disch-Falk Field, Punxsutawney Phil wasn’t the only one to welcome an early spring as Texas baseball held its annual Alumni and Fan Appreciation Game...

Redshirt Senior Peyton Powell runs home in game three of The Fall World Series on Nov. 5, 2023.

Texas baseball veterans return with hopes of College World Series victory

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor January 30, 2024

As dreams of a College World Series celebration slipped through the fingers of the 2023 Texas baseball team that built its way up from a 3—6 start, fans and head coach David Pierce speculated a wave...

Defensive back Jerrin Thompson celebrates with his teammates during Texas' game against BYU on Oct. 28, 2024. Thompson recently entered the NCAA transfer portal.

Senior safeties Jerrin Thompson, Kitan Crawford enter NCAA transfer portal

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor January 7, 2024

After each spending four years on the Forty Acres, safeties Jerrin Thompson and Kitan Crawford announced their departure for the NCAA transfer portal on Friday, according to multiple reports. The two both...

Wide receiver Xavier Worthy celebrates a first down during the Allstate Sugar Bowl on Jan. 1, 2024. Worthy recently declared for the NFL draft after three seasons with the Longhorns.

Junior wide receiver Xavier Worthy declares for 2024 NFL Draft

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor January 5, 2024

Junior wide receiver Xavier Worthy announced his declaration for the NFL Draft on Tuesday evening and will forego his remaining eligibility. Worthy will leave Texas behind with an impressive resume, accumulating...

Head-to-head history: Texas vs. Washington

Head-to-head history: Texas vs. Washington

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor December 7, 2023

For the Longhorns and the Huskies, their time spent together has been short-lived, with their Sugar Bowl appearance being the sixth time the two have faced each other since 1974. Texas historically has...

Texas football has the chance to rewrite history, recover a 2009 national title dream cut short

Texas football has the chance to rewrite history, recover a 2009 national title dream cut short

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor December 7, 2023

The College Football Playoff committee announced on Sunday that the Longhorns were the No. 3 seed in the Playoff and would play in the Sugar Bowl for a spot in the national title game. For the Longhorns,...

Games to Watch - Week 13

Games to Watch – Week 13

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor November 21, 2023

As the concluding week of regular season college football has finally approached, here are some games that fans should consider watching during their Thanksgiving holiday:    No. 2 Ohio State...

Hutch's Huddle - Week 13 vs Tech

Hutch’s Huddle – Week 13 vs Tech

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor November 21, 2023

This season has been nothing short of a roller coaster, on fire, in a hurricane — but Texas managed to rise from the flames every time. From questionable referee calls to scraping by opponents on a field...

Hutch's Huddle: Week 12

Hutch’s Huddle: Week 12

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor November 16, 2023

After the return of starting quarterback Quinn Ewers came as a pleasant surprise and alleviated some of the stress felt by Texas fans going into its matchup against TCU, that relief was quickly squashed...

Hutch’s Huddle: Texas could be the only thing standing in its own way of championship promise

Hutch’s Huddle: Texas could be the only thing standing in its own way of championship promise

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor November 9, 2023

The Texas Longhorns have now reached first place in the Big 12 standings. A conference championship title is well within reach, seeing that rival and former first place contender Oklahoma suffered an upset...

Hutch's Huddle: Kansas State

Hutch’s Huddle: Kansas State

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor November 2, 2023

So far this season, Texas football head coach Steve Sarkisian has been fairly humble in terms of bragging about his team’s success. In his press conference on Monday, one day prior to the announcement...

Texas Football head coach, Steve Sarkisian taking notes during game against West Virginia on Oct. 1st, 2022.

Notes on the Coach: Kansas State

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor November 2, 2023

Settling into his fifth year as head coach of the Wildcats, Chris Klieman has already tasted success in the Big 12 conference, taking his 2022 team to become Big 12 champions over then-No. 3 TCU in a thrilling...

Hutch's Huddle: Week 9

Hutch’s Huddle: Week 9

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor October 27, 2023

Eight weeks into the season and Texas has finally succumbed to the physicality and pressure that comes with college football. Three crucial players exited the field on Saturday with injuries, including...

Tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders is tackled during Texas' game against Oklahoma on Oct. 7, 2023. The Longhorns lost to the Sooners 34-30 during the annual Red River Rivalry Game.

Hutch’s Huddle: Week 8

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor October 19, 2023

Well, I think it’s safe to say that all Longhorn fans enjoyed a week off from Texas football after its underwhelming performance against Oklahoma. I do have to pay my respects to the Sooners, they put...

Sophomore running back Jonathon Brooks during the Longhorns’ game against the Jayhawks on Sept. 30, 2023.

Hutch’s Huddle: Week 6

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor October 5, 2023

Going into this historical rivalry game, there’s a lot to unpack on both sides of the situation. This year, both Texas and Oklahoma will be meeting as ranked teams, with the Longhorns sticking to the...

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 29, 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...

Hutch's Huddle Week 4

Hutch’s Huddle Week 4

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor September 21, 2023

Another week of Texas football, another week of Steve Sarkisian leading his team to victory. I think it’s safe to say that fans, including myself, are stunned by the fact that each game has been so unique...

Quarterback position battle ensues with Manning at third string

Quarterback position battle ensues with Manning at third string

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor September 14, 2023

During Texas’ home opener against Rice last Saturday, it’s no surprise Quinn Ewers took charge as the starting quarterback, dropping his redshirt title as he enters his second year with the program. It...

Wide receiver AD Mitchell misses a catch during Texas' game against Alabama in Tuscaloosa on September 9, 2023.

Hutch’s Huddle: Week 3

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor September 14, 2023

Tony is passionate about football. If there’s one thing I learned this past weekend, it’s that. I don’t think I’ve ever heard someone yell out of excitement so loudly at a TV before than my boyfriend’s...

Hutch's Huddle: Week 2

Hutch’s Huddle: Week 2

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor September 7, 2023

It’s hard to believe I was so skeptical of Texas’ offense on Saturday afternoon, that I didn’t want to leave at halftime — however, the heat made my decision for me and I left anyway. While the...

Head football coach Steve Sarkisian watches his team practice prior to the Texas vs. OU game on Oct. 8, 2022.

Hutch’s Huddle: Worthy, Ewers will set the tone for Texas’ offensive line coming out of summer camp

Emma Hutchinson, Double Coverage Editor August 31, 2023

There’s no doubt that Texas football has gone through trials and tribulations under head coach Steve Sarkisian, who now enters his third year of attempting to lead the Longhorns to Big 12 victory. With...

United Airlines adds 127 direct flights ahead of 2023 college football schedule

United Airlines adds 127 direct flights ahead of 2023 college football schedule

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Editor July 31, 2023

While Longhorn football fans could experience Texas vs. Alabama at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium last season, this year boasts the trouble of having to travel to Tuscaloosa for the iconic matchup....

Texas football focuses on upcoming season amidst SEC discussion

Texas football focuses on upcoming season amidst SEC discussion

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Editor July 16, 2023

The Texas Longhorns have been named the projected Big 12 champions for the 2023 season, a nomination that hasn’t surfaced since 2009. While being selected to win the championship is a huge accomplishment,...

Texas swim and dive secures multiple medals in Phillips 66 National Championships

Texas swim and dive secures multiple medals in Phillips 66 National Championships

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Editor July 1, 2023

While many sports are in a stalemate during the summer season, Texas swim and dive was in full force Tuesday through Friday in Indianapolis, competing against some of the nation’s best in the Phillips...

Three Longhorns sign to the NBA after 2023 Draft

Three Longhorns sign to the NBA after 2023 Draft

Emma Hutchinson and Evan Vieth June 26, 2023

As many Texas basketball fans tuned into Thursday night’s NBA Draft, the suspense of hearing a familiar name turned into disappointment as 60 athletes were called to the stage, none of them bearing a...

Texas running back Roschon Johnson drafted by the Chicago Bears with the No. 115 overall pick

Texas running back Roschon Johnson drafted by the Chicago Bears with the No. 115 overall pick

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter April 29, 2023

Four-year Texas running back Roschon Johnson will be headed to Chicago to play for the Bears as he was drafted during the fourth round of picks. Johnson was a Campbell Trophy semifinalist for the 2022...

DeMarvion “Agent O” Overshown drafted by the Dallas Cowboys with the No. 90 overall pick

DeMarvion “Agent O” Overshown drafted by the Dallas Cowboys with the No. 90 overall pick

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter April 28, 2023

Former Texas linebacker DeMarvion Overshown has been recruited by the Dallas Cowboys in the third round of the NFL Draft after spending five years with the Longhorns. Originally coming in as a safety,...

Texas women’s basketball feels the effects of uncertainty in crushing season-ending loss

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter March 21, 2023

Sliding its name onto the second round bracket slot after taking down East Carolina on Saturday, Texas women’s basketball moved one step closer to making yet another Sweet Sixteen appearance.  However,...

Previewing Texas women’s basketball NCAA tournament first, second round opponents

Previewing Texas women’s basketball NCAA tournament first, second round opponents

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter March 18, 2023

Making their eighth NCAA tournament appearance, Texas women’s basketball made itself an attractive No. 4-seed team as they return to the Moody Center on Saturday and Monday for the first two rounds of...

DeYona Gaston finds success taking in new responsibilities, leadership roles as veteran team member

DeYona Gaston finds success taking in new responsibilities, leadership roles as veteran team member

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter March 10, 2023

Ever since his arrival three years ago, Texas women’s basketball head coach Vic Schaefer has carried the same tough love attitude through every season.  And junior forward DeYona Gaston has been...

No. 12 Texas women’s basketball secures co-ownership of Big 12 Championship title after 80-52 victory over Kansas State

No. 12 Texas women’s basketball secures co-ownership of Big 12 Championship title after 80-52 victory over Kansas State

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter March 4, 2023

On the road for their final regular season game, No. 12 Texas women’s basketball traveled to Manhattan this weekend to face Kansas State, cashing in its second win against the Wildcats this season, 80-52.  This...

Texas racks up over 10,000 fans against Baylor, but takes 63-54 loss in final home game

Texas racks up over 10,000 fans against Baylor, but takes 63-54 loss in final home game

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter February 28, 2023

Texas women’s basketball saw their largest crowd of the season on Monday night against Baylor as 10,763 fans participated in the program’s second 10k for 10k game in school history, racking up $156,000...

Equipo femenino de baloncesto de Texas busca cifras de asistencia que se correspondan con el éxito en la cancha

Equipo femenino de baloncesto de Texas busca cifras de asistencia que se correspondan con el éxito en la cancha

Emma Hutchinson, Christina Huang, and Esteban Elias February 25, 2023

Nota del editor: este artículo se publicó por primera vez el 23 de febrero por Emma Hutchinson y Christina Huang y fue traducido al español por Esteban Elias. Aunque el baloncesto femenino de...

Texas women’s basketball is seeking attendance numbers to match on-court success

Texas women’s basketball is seeking attendance numbers to match on-court success

Emma Hutchinson and Christina Huang February 24, 2023

While Texas women’s basketball is seeing success on the court, head coach Vic Schaefer and his team are still working to increase attendance at their home games.  Texas is not the only school...

Texas guard Shaylee Gonzales attempts a layup against Texas Tech at the Moody Center on Feb. 8, 2022. Texas defeated Texas Tech 80-71.

No. 17 Texas prepares for home stretch as burnout begins to creep in

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter February 19, 2023

Settling down after the wake-up call that was a defensive Iowa State team on Monday, Texas women’s basketball head coach Vic Schaefer and graduate student guard Shaylee Gonzales seemed fairly composed...

No. 17 Texas can’t shake on-the-road nerves, takes 66-61 loss to Iowa State

No. 17 Texas can’t shake on-the-road nerves, takes 66-61 loss to Iowa State

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter February 14, 2023

Waving their seven-game winning streak goodbye, No. 17 Texas women’s basketball took their sixth loss on the road for the season, falling 66-61 to No. 22 Iowa State. Texas has developed a pattern...

Junior forward DeYona Gaston attempts a layup against Texas Tech on Feb 8. 2022. Texas defeated Texas Tech 80 - 71.

No. 20 Texas gains early lead against Texas Tech, secures another home win 80-71

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter February 9, 2023

Looking to avenge a tough loss in Lubbock, No. 20 Texas women’s basketball extended its winning streak with an 80-71 win against Texas Tech at the Moody Center Wednesday night. Early foul trouble...

Notes from the Opponent: Texas women’s basketball edition

Notes from the Opponent: Texas women’s basketball edition

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter February 8, 2023

Prior to the Texas women’s basketball game against Texas Tech on Wednesday, the Daily Texan sat down with Andrew Fallon, a sports reporter for The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech’s online student newspaper.   The...

Texas women’s basketball comes away with tight 68-65 win over Kansas, remain first in Big 12 standings

Texas women’s basketball comes away with tight 68-65 win over Kansas, remain first in Big 12 standings

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter February 5, 2023

After taking care of West Virginia on Wednesday night, No. 24 Texas women’s basketball was on track to keep its first place Big 12 standings alive this weekend on the road against Kansas.  Texas...

Taylor Jones, once recruited by Oklahoma, is now shining at Texas

Taylor Jones, once recruited by Oklahoma, is now shining at Texas

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter January 26, 2023

Taylor Jones never thought she’d be playing collegiate basketball for the Texas Longhorns. In fact, she grew up in a house that particularly despised burnt orange — The Jones were much more of a maroon...

Texas defeats No. 14 Oklahoma 78-58 in Red River Rivalry blowout

Texas defeats No. 14 Oklahoma 78-58 in Red River Rivalry blowout

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter January 26, 2023

While the word “love” isn’t usually thrown around when talking about the Oklahoma Sooners, on Wednesday night, love was in the air for Texas women’s basketball.    The program celebrated...

Rori Harmon and Shaylee Gonzales lead Texas to a clutch 68–55 road win over Baylor

Rori Harmon and Shaylee Gonzales lead Texas to a clutch 68–55 road win over Baylor

Emma Hutchinson, Senior Sports Reporter January 23, 2023

Entering its fourth Big 12 Conference road game for the season, Texas women’s basketball went bear hunting.   The Longhorns claimed a 68–55 win over the Baylor Bears, presenting themselves with...

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