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Quarterback Quinn Ewers prepares to pass the ball during the SEC Championship game against Georgia on Dec. 7, 2024. The Longhorns lost 22-19 in overtime.

Texas loses to Georgia 22-19 in SEC Championship

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor December 8, 2024

No. 2 Texas football was not able to enact revenge on Georgia as it had hoped, falling to the Bulldogs the second time this year in the first overtime in the Southeastern Conference Championship, 22-19....

Associate Sports Editor not allowed to cheer in press box, cries instead

Associate Sports Editor not allowed to cheer in press box, cries instead

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor December 5, 2024

Some may not know this, but as a member of the media there is no cheering in the press box. It’s meant to be an unbiased atmosphere and can be kicked out for doing so.   Now, some may not know this,...

Head coach Steve Sarkisian after Texas' game against Florida on Nov. 9, 2024.

Texas football secures No. 1 recruiting class, building on 2024 success

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor December 5, 2024

With Texas football sitting at an 11-1 record this season, they were able to put up an off-the-field win on Wednesday. After National Signing Day, the Longhorns have secured the No. 1 recruiting class...

Georgia linebacker Raylen Wilson grabs running back Quintrevion Wisner's facemark during Texas' game against the Bulldogs on Oct. 19, 2024.

Texas’ road to revenge: Key factors for Georgia rematch victory

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor December 5, 2024

Texas football is on the verge of winning the SEC Championship in its first year in the conference. But one thing sits in the way: a rematch with the Georgia Bulldogs. To win, Texas will need to have learned...

The Texas Longhorns Football team runs into Kyle Field prior to kickoff on Nov. 30, 2024.

Texas continues to embrace challenges in hostile territories as it gears up for Georgia rematch in SEC Championship

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor December 2, 2024

No. 2 Texas is preparing to face off against the team that handed them their sole loss of the season, taking on No. 5 Georgia in the SEC Championship.  The Longhorns fell to Georgia 30-15 in October...

Running back Quintrevion Wisner jumps around A&M defensive back Dalton Brooks during the Lone Star Showdown on Nov. 30, 2024.

Texas football dominates on the ground to clinch win over Aggies in renewed rivalry

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor December 1, 2024

After renewing a rivalry between two teams that haven’t crossed paths in 13 years, No. 3 Texas clinched a victory over No. 20 A&M 17-7, with the ground game coming through when the Longhorns needed...

Senior defensive back Jahdae Barron ahead of Texas' game against Florida on Nov. 9, 2024.

Texas football vs. A&M: Live updates

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 30, 2024

Running back Quintrevion Wisner during Texas' game against Kentucky on Nov. 23, 2024.

Texas (#3) vence a Kentucky gracias a su juego terrestre y una defensa estelar

Katie Borchetta and Desiree Marquez November 26, 2024

Nota del editor: este artículo se publicó por primera vez el 23 de noviembre del 2024 por Katie Borchetta y fue traducido al español por Desiree Marquez.  El rankeado número 3 de fútbol americano...

Running back Quintrevion Wisner during Texas' game against Kentucky on Nov. 23, 2024.

No. 3 Texas football conquers Kentucky thanks to run game and stellar defense

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 23, 2024

No. 3 Texas football finished its last home game of the season, rising above Kentucky in a 31-14 win with an offensive momentum that fell flat in the second half. Ultimately, Texas got away with...

Keys to the game: Kentucky

Keys to the game: Kentucky

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 22, 2024

Entering week 13 of college football, No. 3 Texas will take on Kentucky for the final home game of the season. Kentucky currently sits at the bottom of the SEC standings holding a 1–6 conference record,...

Edge Barryn Sorrell yells after a sack during the Red River Rivalry game on Oct. 12, 2024.

Texas football seniors pursue championship, credit success to team culture

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 18, 2024

This weekend’s matchup against Kentucky will hold extra weight for some of the most integral parts of the 2024 Texas Longhorn football team. For seniors, it will be the last time these Longhorns take...

Defensive back Jahdae Barron celebrates an interception during Texas' game at Arkansas on Nov. 16, 2024.

Texas vence a Arkansas 20-10 mientras la defensa sigue brillando

Katie Borchetta and Lola Moreno-Flores November 18, 2024

Nota del editor: este artículo se publicó por primera vez el 16 de Noviembre del 2024 por Katie Borchetta y fue traducido al español por Lola Moreno-Flores. El equipo de fútbol americano No....

Defensive back Jahdae Barron celebrates an interception during Texas' game at Arkansas on Nov. 16, 2024.

Texas football conquers Arkansas 20-10 as defense continues to shine

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 16, 2024

No. 3 Texas football triumphed over Arkansas in a 20-10 battle in Fayetteville in what could only be described as a game of revenge for the Longhorns. The Texas offense, however, once again struggled...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers looks for a receiver during Texas' game against Florida on Nov. 9, 2024.

Texas football vs Arkansas Live Updates

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 16, 2024

Texas Longhorns tight end Gunnar Helm blocks a Georgia player as he makes a run with the ball on Oct. 20, 2024.

Gunnar Helm’s breakout senior season: The evolution of Texas’ trusted tight end

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 14, 2024

This season, Texas football’s roster is loaded with highly skilled newcomers and transfers, resulting in a recruiting class ranking sixth and fifth-ranked transfer portal recruiting, according to 247Sports....

Senior defensive lineman Alfred Collins during Texas' game against UTSA on Sept. 14, 2024.

Texas Football gears up for Arkansas rematch, seeking redemption after 2021 loss 

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 11, 2024

In 2021, Arkansas fans hopped guard rails to rush the field as Texas fell 40-21 to the Razorbacks in Fayetteville. “This was not a performance I was anticipating,” head coach Steve Sarkisian said...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers looks for a receiver during Texas' game against Florida on Nov. 9, 2024.

Texas football’s high-scoring win over Florida instills confidence in offense

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 9, 2024

After a few weeks of hardship, Texas once again proved itself with a substantial 49-17 win over Florida. With offensive inconsistencies that appeared in weeks past such as interceptions, weak quarterback...

Notes from the opponent: Florida

Notes from the opponent: Florida

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 7, 2024

This week the Daily Texan talked to Florida sports journalism student and ESPN Gainesville reporter Joseph Torviso to discuss the upcoming matchup between Texas and Florida. Daily Texan: I just want...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers during Texas' game against Georgia on October 19, 2024.

Texas football aims to reignite offensive confidence

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 4, 2024

After a restful bye week, Texas has its eyes set on Florida as it prepares for Saturday’s home game. The Longhorns are focused  particularly on reviving the offense’s confidence.  “As a team,...

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 football needs to limit penalties

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 28, 2024

After No. 6 Texas’ nail-biting 27-24 win against Vanderbilt on Saturday, the Longhorns will head into their bye week with plenty to focus and improve on. One of the most critical things that needs to...

Offensive lineman Cameron Williams (left), DJ Campbell (middle) and Kelvin Banks Jr. (right) prepare to tackle Vanderbilt cornerback Martel Hight after he intercepted a pass from Quinn Ewers during Texas' game against the Commodore's on Oct. 26, 2024.

Texas conquista a Vanderbilt a pesar de la prevalencia de errores ofensivos

Katie Borchetta and Ignacio Arriagada October 28, 2024

Nota del editor: Este artículo se publicó por primera vez el 26 de Octubre, 2024 por Katie Borchetta y fue traducido al español por Ignacio Arriagada. Tras la derrota de la semana pasada, Texas...

Offensive lineman Cameron Williams (left), DJ Campbell (middle) and Kelvin Banks Jr. (right) prepare to tackle Vanderbilt cornerback Martel Hight after he intercepted a pass from Quinn Ewers during Texas' game against the Commodore's on Oct. 26, 2024.

Texas conquers Vanderbilt despite the prevalence of offensive errors

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 26, 2024

Coming off of last week’s loss, Texas was able to squeak out a win over No. 25 Vanderbilt, 27-24, and despite the offense looking better than last week, past mistakes resurfaced to make it a close...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers runs from a defender during Texas' game against Georgia on Oct. 19, 2024.

Texas Football: Ready for redemption or doomed to repeat history of seasons past?

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 24, 2024

The Texas football 2021 squad started off conference play with two wins. What followed, however, was a trail of losses as Texas finished the season 5–7. While that was head coach Steve Sarkisian’s...

Head coach Steve Sarkisian during Texas' game against Georgia on Oct. 19, 2024.

Texas football carries last week’s lessons, aims to bounce back against Vanderbilt

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 21, 2024

After now-No. 5 Texas fell to the now-No. 2 Georgia in a 30-15 stomping on Saturday, the Longhorns will have to snap back and readjust from their errors to take  on No. 25 Vanderbilt.  This is the...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers passes the ball to running back Jaydon Blue during Texas' game against Georgia on Oct. 19, 2024.

El #1 Texas cae ante el #5 Georgia en una ‘Historia de dos mitades’

Katie Borchetta and Sara Solano Aguirre October 21, 2024

Nota del editor: Este artículo se publicó por primera vez el 20 de octubre de 2024 por Katie Borchetta y fue traducido al español por Sara Solano Aguirre. Texas fue bienvenido finalmente a la...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers passes the ball to running back Jaydon Blue during Texas' game against Georgia on Oct. 19, 2024.

No. 1 Texas football falls to No. 5 Georgia in a ‘Tale of two halves’

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 20, 2024

Texas finally got its welcome to the hardest conference in the nation with its first loss, 30-15, to No. 5 Georgia despite a tough fight too late in the game. “(The game was) really a tale of...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers runs the ball during the Red River Rivalry game on Oct. 12, 2024.

Live Coverage: Texas vs. Georgia

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 19, 2024

The Silver Spur Wranglers grab Bevo ahead of the Sugar Bowl game on Jan. 1, 2019.

Head to head history: Georgia

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 17, 2024

In the 244 combined seasons that Texas and Georgia have played football, the teams have only ever faced off five times. Now for their sixth matchup in history, they will not only be competing in the same...

Texas football head coach Steve Sarkisian holds a horns up while "The Eyes of Texas" plays celebrating the win over Colorado State on Aug. 31, 2024.

Texas and Georgia: five years after ‘We’re back,’ the Longhorns aim to prove it

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 14, 2024

After then-No. 15 Texas conquered No. 5 Georgia in the 2019 Sugar Bowl 28-21, Texas quarterback and MVP of the game Sam Ehlinger claimed Texas football was back. “Longhorn Nation, we’re back!” Ehlinger...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers poses with the golden hat after Texas' win against Oklahoma on Oct. 12, 2024.

Texas domina a Oklahoma 34-3 a pesar de nervios en el primero cuarto

Katie Borchetta and Sofia Estrada Ferrufino. October 13, 2024

Nota del editor: Este articulo se publicó por primera vez por Katie Borchetta el 12 de octubre del 2024 y fue traducido al español por Sofia Estrada Ferrufino. A pesar que Texas derrotó a Oklahoma...

Quarterback Quinn Ewers poses with the gold hat after Texas' win against Oklahoma on Oct. 12, 2024.

Texas conquers Oklahoma 34-3 despite first quarter nerves

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 12, 2024

Despite Texas defeating Oklahoma in the Red River Rivalry 34-3 and advancing its lead on the all-time leaderboard against the Sooners to 64–51–5, the Longhorns have once again showed a pattern...

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

If he has any hope for the Heisman, quarterback Quinn Ewers needs to ball out against Oklahoma

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 10, 2024

As Texas enters week seven of the college football season, it brings more talk of contenders for the coveted Heisman Trophy, an honor that just two Texas football players have held, Earl Campbell and Ricky...

Offensive lineman Jake Majors yells at a teammate during Texas' game at Michigan on Sept. 7, 2024.

Texas football focuses on self-preparation, gratitude ahead of Red River Rivalry game

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor October 7, 2024

Texas football will make its way to the Cotton Bowl this weekend for its 120th matchup with Oklahoma. Coming in with the same undefeated record it held last season, Texas knows that this will be no ordinary...

Redshirt freshman quarterback Arch Manning runs the ball for a first down during Texas' game against Mississippi State on Sept. 28, 2024.

Texas secured SEC conference debut win against Mississippi State, but struggled due to ‘self-inflicted wounds’

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 28, 2024

Texas football conquered its first-ever SEC opponent in conference play, overcoming Mississippi State 35-13. Despite advancing their 5-0 record, the Longhorns did not look like the No.1 team in the country.  The...

Longhorns in the NFL Week 3

Longhorns in the NFL Week 3

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 26, 2024

Texas football currently has 31 former athletes in the NFL and with the third week of gameplay coming to a close, here are some former Longhorns that were able to find their way onto the stats sheets.   Xavier...

Head football coach Steve Sarkisian calls a play during Texas' game against ULM on Sept. 21, 2024.

Texas football’s long-awaited SEC debut

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 23, 2024

In July 2021, Texas announced it would join the Southeastern Conference. At the time, it felt like a lifetime away, but the week is finally here.  Texas football will take on its first SEC opponent,...

Quarterback Arch Manning looks to pass the ball during Texas' game against ULM on Sept. 21, 2024.

Texas succeeds over ULM despite lower level passing game under Arch Manning

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 22, 2024

With redshirt freshman quarterback Arch Manning’s first official start against Lousiana-Monroe, there were high hopes placed on the young Longhorn to replicate junior quarterback Quinn Ewers' success....

Defensive back Michael Taaffe high fives fans after Texas win in Michigan on Sept. 7, 2024.

Does Texas deserve that No. 1 ranking?

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 19, 2024

As of Sunday, Texas returned to the top of the AP Poll after 16 years. Alongside the accolade, fans and opponents alike debated whether the Longhorns are deserving of the No. 1 spot. The Longhorns are...

Redshirt freshman quarterback Arch Manning prepares to pass the ball during Texas' game against UTSA on Sept. 14.

Texas football shows depth, healthy competition in its quarterback room

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 16, 2024

If junior quarterback Quinn Ewers’ injury has taught us anything, it’s that Texas’ quarterback room has depth.  After Ewers went down early in the second quarter of the UTSA game Saturday, redshirt...

Junior wide receiver Isaiah Bond celebrates a touchdown with an homage to the movie character "James Bond" with a finger gun during Texas' game against UTSA on Sept. 14, 2024.

Texas football conquers UTSA 56-7 with all three quarterbacks making an appearance

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 14, 2024

No. 2 Texas football defeated UTSA at home 56-7, going 3–0 for the second year in a row. However, this Longhorn squad looked a bit different than the last two weeks.  Several of Texas’ important...

Opponents to watch: UTSA Roadrunners

Opponents to watch: UTSA Roadrunners

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 12, 2024

Owen McCown, quarterback The redshirt sophomore did not see much action last year over Frank Harris, with only one start. In his 2024 campaign so far he has thrown for 445 yards and holds a 62.3% completion...

Senior defensive back Jahdae Barron runs the ball downfield after intercepting it during Texas' game against CSU on Aug. 31, 2024.

Texas football embraces new turnover sword tradition

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 11, 2024

What is more exciting for a defensive player than getting a pick in a college football game? Maybe, prancing around with a sword on the sideline in triumph after the play. The Texas defense put up a...

Defensive back Andrew Mukuba catches an interception during Texas' game at Michigan on Sept. 7, 2024.

Texas football’s trio of Austinites in secondary become reunited with transfer Andrew Mukuba

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 9, 2024

On top of EA Sports’ No. 8 ranking of the Texas defense ahead of the season, the Longhorns secondary has shown out in the past two weeks. One contribution to the success stems from the connection of...

Running back Jerrick Gibson scores a touchdown during Texas' game at Michigan on Saturday.

Texas football runs circles around Michigan with rushing game, conquering Wolverines 31-12

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 7, 2024

No 3. Texas football solidified its status as a top program in the country with a substantial 31-12 victory against the defending national champions, No. 10 Michigan, in Ann Arbor.  “They’re a...

Freshman wide receiver Ryan Wingo fights a tackle during Texas' game against CSU on Aug. 31, 2024.

Texas football players that have potential for a breakout season

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 5, 2024

With the loss of many Texas football leaders to the transfer portal or the NFL draft during the offseason, fans wonder who will fill the large shoes of Longhorn legends like Xavier Worthy, Jordan Whittington,...

Offensive lineman Jake majors prepares to tackle the opponent after snapping the ball during Texas' game against CSU on Aug. 31, 2024.

What Texas football is preparing for at the Big House

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 2, 2024

This Saturday, Texas football will head to Ann Arbor to take on the defending national champion, the University of Michigan. This is the first time the two teams will meet during the regular season, sparking...

Starting quarterback Quinn Ewers prepares to throw a pass during Texas' game against CSU on Aug. 31.

Texas football kicks off season with shutout over Colorado State 52-0

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 31, 2024

Texas football is officially underway after a 52-0 shutout opener against Colorado State in Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday.  This was the first season-opening shutout for Texas...

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...

Head coach Steve Sarkisian yells at Texas players during the Allstate Sugar Bowl game against Washington on Jan. 1, 2024.

SEC Power Rankings: Week 1

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 29, 2024

Georgia: The Bulldogs currently sit on top of both the AP Poll and AFCA Coaches Polls after finishing their season with an impressive 63-3 win over Florida State in the Orange Bowl. Georgia’s roster...

Texas football finds new leaders for upcoming season

Texas football finds new leaders for upcoming season

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 26, 2024

With the kickoff of the Texas football season less than a week away, Longhorn fans will get their first look at a completely different Texas roster. However, one similarity from last season that stood...

Former Texas quarterback Colt McCoy during the Allstate Sugar Bowl on Jan. 1, 2024. McCoy was the starting quarterback during Texas' last championship game against Alabama in 2010, but was injured in the first quarter.

2024 Texas Hall of Honor welcomes 12 inductees in September

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 23, 2024

At the Texas Hall of Honor’s 70th annual induction ceremony, six men and six women, athletes and coaches alike, will have their legacies permanently displayed. Here are the 2024 inductees:  Reggie...

Vanderbilt: a leader of integration in the SEC

Vanderbilt: a leader of integration in the SEC

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 23, 2024

Dec. 2, 1967 — history was made as Perry Wallace stepped on the court to play against Southern Methodist University for Vanderbilt, winning 88-84, becoming the first-ever Black basketball student athlete...

‘Small but mighty’: Vanderbilt University

‘Small but mighty’: Vanderbilt University

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 23, 2024

Say hello to the only private school and a charter member of the SE Southeastern Conference: Vanderbilt.  Vanderbilt University, founded in 1873, is located in Nashville, Tennessee, and is home to...

What makes an Alabama fan: History of Tuscaloosa’s Traditions

What makes an Alabama fan: History of Tuscaloosa’s Traditions

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 23, 2024

Both the successful athletic history of the University of Alabama and its intimidating Crimson Tide fan base have created a rich and historic culture full of many Alabama traditions dating back to the...

Waving Hello to the Crimson Wave: University of Alabama

Waving Hello to the Crimson Wave: University of Alabama

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 23, 2024

The University of Alabama is one of the most esteemed names in college sports.  Down in Tuscaloosa, the school is home to roughly 40,000 students and, in terms of sports, is a dominant force in the...

Coach Rodney Terry during Texas' game against HCU on Dec. 9, 2023.

Texas men’s basketball is gearing up after the release of its non-conference schedule

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 8, 2024

Last week, Texas men’s basketball released its non-conference schedule for the upcoming season and, right away, there are familiar yet daunting faces, such as back-to-back national champions, UConn.  The...

Senior Leo Neugebauer floats over the bar during the pole vault event of the decathlon on March 28, 2024. Neugebauer will be representing Team Germany in the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Longhorn Olympians: 30 Texas athletes, 7 coaches will compete in 2024 Paris Olympics

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor July 26, 2024

With the 2024 Summer Olympics kicking off tomorrow, many current Longhorns, Texas alumni and Texas coaches will be in Paris competing or coaching in their respective sports. Thirty athletes and seven coaches...

iMPA junior Aidan Cogan celebrates with friends after a Texas touchdown during UT's game against OU on Oct. 7, 2023.

Texas vs. Mississippi State: Bulldogs welcome Longhorns to SEC

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor July 8, 2024

In its first conference game as part of the SEC, Texas will take on Mississippi State on Saturday, Sept. 28 in Austin. However, with a daunting and unfamiliar road ahead full of harsh competition, Mississippi...

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian at the game versus Alabama on Sept. 9, 2023.

A series of unfortunate events: Texas football recruiting update

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor July 8, 2024

Texas football was, at one point, on track to potentially have a top-three 2025 recruiting class, but has fallen tremendously this past week with three back-to-back misses from promising prospects.  Texas...

Head baseball coach David Pierce talks to hitting and pitching development coach Chris Gordon in the dugout during Texas' regional tournament game against Louisiana on May 31, 2024.

Texas baseball fires head coach David Pierce, doing ‘best thing for program’

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor June 24, 2024

As it transitions to a difficult SEC baseball conference, Texas baseball will be without a prominent piece of its previous rosters, head coach David Pierce. It was announced Monday that Texas fired...

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian at the game versus Alabama on Sept. 9, 2023.

Texas football has potential to skyrocket to top of 2025 Recruiting Class List with multiple five-star recruits

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor June 13, 2024

Texas football currently sits in the No. 16 spot for its 2025 recruiting class. However, the recruiting trail is far from over. If things go in the Longhorns’ favor within the next few months, Texas...

The Texas Baseball team celebrates infielder Jared Thomas' homerun off of A&M's first pitch of the evening during the regional baseball tournament game in College Station, Texas on June 1, 2024. The Longhorns lost the game 4-2 after 11 innings.

Texas baseball falls short of College World Series appearance due to pitching struggles

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor June 10, 2024

After Texas fell 4-2 to Texas A&M in the College Station Regionals June 1, the Longhorns continued their losing streak. Texas fell to Louisiana the next day, a team it conquered earlier in the tournament,...

Sophomore shortstop Jalin Flores hits the ball during Texas' game against Louisiana in the NCAA Baseball Regional Tournament in College Station, Texas on Friday. Flores hit his third grand slam of the season in the fifth inning to put the Longhorns in the lead.

Texas baseball dominates Louisiana after impressive 10-run first five innings

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor May 31, 2024

Texas Longhorn baseball secured a win over the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns 12-5 in the College Station Regionals Friday night, finding their momentum on both sides of the ball. After a slow start for...

Head men's basketball coach Rodney Terry reacts to a play during Texas' game against OSU on March 2, 2024.

Texas men’s basketball reloads with trio of transfers

Katie Borchetta and JT Bowen April 17, 2024

With many Texas men’s basketball players from the 2023-24 squad either running out the eligibility clock or entering the transfer portal, a multitude of holes needed to be filled ahead of next season....

Forward Dylan Disu drives to the basket during Texas' game against Oklahoma State on March 2, 2024. The Longhorns won the game 81-65.

Texas men’s basketball says goodbye to prominent players

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor March 25, 2024

After the tragic loss on Saturday night forced an end to the season, the only thing left for Texas men’s basketball to do is look to the future as many current Longhorn stars will graduate and leave...

Forward Dillon Mitchell looks for Max Abmas' play during Texas' game against Houston on Monday. Texas lost in overtime 76-72.

Texas crumbled to Tennessee in second round of NCAA tournament, ending its season

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor March 24, 2024

Despite its best efforts, No.7 Texas fell in the second round of the NCAA tournament to second-seeded Tennessee, 62-58 Saturday night.  The matchup was overall slow, with neither team making impressive...

Guard Chendall Weaver runs downcourt during Texas' game against OU on March 9, 2024.

First Round: What to expect from Colorado State

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor March 21, 2024

Texas men’s basketball is set to face Colorado State in the first round of the NCAA March Madness tournament after the Rams crushed Virginia 67-42 in a First Four matchup on Tuesday night.  The Rams...

Forward Dylan Disu drives to the basket during Texas' game against Oklahoma State on March 2, 2024. The Longhorns won the game 81-65.

Texas falls to Baylor despite exemplary first half performance

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter March 5, 2024

Texas men’s basketball came out with a momentum that has been concealed since the last time it took on Baylor and finished with a buzzer-beater layup. However, this story does not have a happy ending...

Guard Chendall Weaver prepares to dunk the ball during Texas’ game against Oklahoma State on March 2, 2024. Weaver scored with 16 points in the Longhorns win over the Cowboys.

Despite a slow start, Texas cements win over Oklahoma State with major shift in momentum

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter March 2, 2024

Texas managed to conquer Oklahoma State 81-65 in their second to last home game of the season, despite their inability to build a substantial lead until the final 10 minutes of the game. “At the end...

Head men's basketball coach Rodney Terry motions to his players during Texas' game against Iowa State on Feb. 6, 2024.

Texas falls to Kansas in a substantial blowout caused by poor shooting

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor February 24, 2024

Texas crumbled to No. 9 Kansas 86-67 due to shoddy defense and an inability to find scoring opportunities. A common tale for the Texas squad played out when the Longhorns initially hung with the Jayhawks,...

Dillon Mitchell dunks during Texas' game against Houston on Feb. 1.

Texas men’s basketball scores a season low, gets crushed by No. 3 Houston

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor February 17, 2024

Coming in with hopes of redeeming itself after last month's tight overtime loss at home, Texas men’s basketball took a tragic loss against No. 3 Houston 82-61. While Texas did not come close to performing...

Dylan Disu walks onto the court ahead of Texas' game against West Virginia on Feb. 10, 2024.

Dylan Disu fitting in outside 3-point line

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor February 15, 2024

With Texas basketball struggling this season to find a rhythm similar to last year's Elite Eight squad, graduate forward Dylan Disu is showing up in new ways for his team. Disu has always been a substantial...

Texas men's basketball conquers Mountaineers with outstanding shooting

Texas men’s basketball conquers Mountaineers with outstanding shooting

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor February 10, 2024

After Texas suffered a brutal loss to West Virginia early in conference play, the Longhorns clapped back with a vengeance, destroying the Mountaineers 94-58 at home. “Tonight we had great flow, just...

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...

Coach Rodney Terry during Texas' game against HCU on Dec. 9, 2023.

Breaking down Bracketology: Texas’ chances of going back to NCAA tournament

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor February 6, 2024

With only nine games remaining in conference play and Texas basketball sitting at 4–5, the question arises of whether it will be a contender for the NCAA tournament.  The March Madness bracket is...

Forward Dillon Mitchell looks for Max Abmas' play during Texas' game against Houston on Monday. Texas lost in overtime 76-72.

Texas crumbles in overtime against No. 4 Houston after an earlier comeback

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter January 30, 2024

Despite what seemed to be its best effort, Texas basketball took another hit after a close but heart-breaking loss to No. 4 Houston 76-72 at home in overtime.  Tied 65-65 with 21.9 seconds left, neither...

Guard Chendall Weaver defends the Texas basket during the game against the University of Central Florida on Jan. 17.

Texas basketball’s Chendall Weaver leans into his role in Big 12 play

Katie Borchetta, Senior Sports Reporter January 29, 2024

With the Texas basketball season well underway, sophomore guard Chendall Weaver has made himself a more prominent force, and fans are beginning to notice. The 6-foot-3-inch guard from Mansfield is a...

Graduate student guard Max Abmas keeps the ball from his opponent on Nov. 10, 2023 against Delaware State. Abmas scored 19 points.

Defensive errors lead to Texas basketballs crumbling in a hostile BYU away game

Katie Borchetta, Senior Sports Reporter January 27, 2024

Texas basketball yet again proved to be an inferior squad in the second half after blowing the initially close match up to No. 21 BYU 84-72 Saturday in Provo, Utah. The Longhorns, now 3–4 in conference...

Forward Dylan Disu celebrates after scoring a point during Texas' game against #9 Baylor on Jan. 20.

Tyrese Hunter scores game winning shot, solidifies Texas’s win against No. 9 Baylor

Katie Borchetta, Senior Sports Reporter January 20, 2024

Texas basketball squeezed out a tight win over No. 9 Baylor 75-73 with a buzzer-beater layup by junior guard Tyrese Hunter, securing its second win in Big 12 play. With a minor lead of 73-70 with 14...

Guard Max Abmas goes to score during Texas' game against HCU on Dec. 9, 2023.

No. 25 Texas basketball conquers Cincinnati 74-73, Abmas finishes with game winning jumper

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter January 10, 2024

No. 25 Texas men’s basketball defeated Cincinnati with a nail-biting finish 74-73, giving the Longhorns their first Big 12 win. Graduate guard Max Abmas secured the win for Texas with a sideline jumper...

Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian during the Longhorns' game against BYU on Oct. 28, 2023.

Johnny Nansen announced as Texas’ new co-defensive coordinator, linebacker coach

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter January 8, 2024

Johnny Nansen, Arizona’s defensive coordinator, is set to join the Texas staff as co-defensive coordinator and linebacker coach for the 2024 season. Texas made the news official Saturday evening and...

Texas women’s basketball conquers Texas Tech, now 1–1 in conference

Texas women’s basketball conquers Texas Tech, now 1–1 in conference

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter January 4, 2024

After an upsetting conference opener against Baylor the week prior, No. 10 Texas women’s basketball redeemed themselves with a 74-47 win over Texas Tech in Lubbock on Wednesday.  The matchup started...

Texas men’s basketball ends non-conference play with a win over UT-Arlington

Texas men’s basketball ends non-conference play with a win over UT-Arlington

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter January 1, 2024

No. 21 Texas men’s basketball overcame UT-Arlington in a 79-62 win to finish off  non-conference play. Graduate guard Max Abmas broke into the Top 20 D1 basketball players for career points with...

No. 19 Texas men’s basketball defeats Texas A&M-Corpus Christi in holiday matchup

No. 19 Texas men’s basketball defeats Texas A&M-Corpus Christi in holiday matchup

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter December 22, 2023

Texas men’s basketball secured a 71-55 win against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi and despite the 16-point lead the Longhorns had to finish off the game, it was still a close matchup. The Islanders...

No. 16 Texas basketball comes out on top over Texas State

No. 16 Texas basketball comes out on top over Texas State

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter December 1, 2023

Texas basketball defeated Texas State in a 77-58 matchup in the Moody Center Thursday, keeping its undefeated home record intact with five wins.  “That’s a good team out there,” Texas State head...

Graduate student guard Max Abmas keeps the ball away from an opponent at the game vs. Delaware State on Nov. 10, 2023. Abmas scored 19 points for the Longhorns, contributing to their 86-59 win.

Texas men’s basketball conquers Wyoming, Abmas reiterates his importance to the team

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter November 27, 2023

Texas men’s basketball defeated Wyoming 86-63 in its first game back after the Saatva Empire Classic last week. One thing that gave Texas an advantage off the bat against the Cowboys was the team’s...

No. 19 Texas men’s basketball escapes with a narrow 81-80 victory over Louisville

No. 19 Texas men’s basketball escapes with a narrow 81-80 victory over Louisville

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor November 20, 2023

No. 19 Texas slipped out a last-second 81-80 win against Louisville in the Saatva Empire Classic Semifinals in Madison Square Garden. Both the Longhorns and Cardinals battled fiercely in the close matchup...

Junior guard Tyrese Hunter dribbles the ball to the basket during the game against Rice on Nov. 15.

Men’s basketball Saatva Empire Classic opponent preview: Louisville, UConn, Indiana

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor November 16, 2023

No. 19 Texas men's basketball will travel for the first time this season to Madison Square Garden in New York City this weekend to compete in the Saatva Empire Classic. The Longhorns will first take...

Mens basketball coach Rodney Terry on March 27, 2023.

Texas men’s basketball comes in hot in season opener against Incarnate Word

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor November 7, 2023

No.18 Texas defeated Incarnate Word 88-56 in its season opener at the Moody Center. “It's always an exciting time, starting a new journey, a new season,” Texas head coach Rodney Terry said after...

Max Abmas dribbles the ball against a St. Edward’s defender during the University’s exhibition men’s basketball game on Oct. 30, 2023

Texas men’s basketball takes St. Edward’s in preseason exhibition match

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor October 31, 2023

Texas men’s basketball was awakened after a redeeming 84-63 win over St. Edward’s in a monumental crosstown showdown. This matchup was also meaningful for Texas head coach Rodney Terry, whose alma...

Virginia transfer Kadin Shedrick hopeful to show off his skills on the court in his first Texas season

Virginia transfer Kadin Shedrick hopeful to show off his skills on the court in his first Texas season

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor October 16, 2023

Forward graduate student and transfer from University of Virginia, Kadin Shedrick, is searching for a new beginning playing for Texas in the quickly approaching season. “I just want a new style of...

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...

Former Longhorn Sir’Jabari Rice, now with the Austin Spurs, helps host youth clinic, court unveiling

Former Longhorn Sir’Jabari Rice, now with the Austin Spurs, helps host youth clinic, court unveiling

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor September 18, 2023

The Austin community took part in celebrating the renovation of the basketball court in James A. Garrison District Park, with a ribbon cutting ceremony followed by a youth basketball clinic led by former...

All-American Susan Shurr will be inducted into the 2023 Hall of Honor

All-American Susan Shurr will be inducted into the 2023 Hall of Honor

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor September 14, 2023

A former women’s track and field star, Susan Shurr will join 10 other former successful Longhorn athletes into the Texas Athletics Hall of Honor on Friday.  Shurr’s Texas career started off strong...

Tina Thompson, Jamie Carey, Karen Aston and George Washington pose for a photo at a press conference on April 28, 2016.

Former Texas women’s basketball star Jamie Carey makes her way into the 2023 Hall of Honor

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor September 6, 2023

Jamie Carey, a former UT basketball player from the 2002-2005 seasons, will be inducted into the 2023 Hall of Honor Class alongside 10 other former Longhorn student athletes on Sept. 15. In 2003, Carey...

The Texas Volleyball Team in a celebratory huddle at last years game in Gregory Gym.

Texas Volleyball has solid new additions after losing prominent players

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor August 23, 2023

While Texas volleyball had to say goodbye to many outstanding players last spring, the team added several new players to the roster which makes the upcoming season seem promising.  “They're just...

Logan Eggleston nominated for two prestigious awards after departure from Texas

Logan Eggleston nominated for two prestigious awards after departure from Texas

Katie Borchetta, Senior Sports Reporter August 7, 2023

After leading the Longhorns to a volleyball national championship in 2022, Texas graduate Logan Eggleston has been named a Big 12 NCAA Woman of the Year Nominee as well as a semifinalist for the Amateur...

Texas volleyball receives three highly-ranked recruits from class of 2025

Texas volleyball receives three highly-ranked recruits from class of 2025

Katie Borchetta, Senior Sports Reporter July 6, 2023

With Texas volleyball claiming their 2022 National Championship title last fall, all eyes are on the newcomers as big-name veterans like Logan Eggleston graduated after the victorious season.  While...

Texas women’s track and field finish out season with fifth championship title

Texas women’s track and field finish out season with fifth championship title

Katie Borchetta, Senior Sports Reporter June 11, 2023

Texas track and field finished off its season on a positive note by earning a women’s championship win and a men’s 13th place ranking in the NCAA Outdoor Championships, with the Forty Acres hosting...

Texas softball season comes to an end after devastating loss to Tennessee

Texas softball season comes to an end after devastating loss to Tennessee

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter May 28, 2023

After reaching the championship match of the Women's College World Series last year, Texas fell short of that goal this season by ending the NCAA Super Regionals in a 2–0 series loss to Tennessee. “It's...

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