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All 2026 home games at Darrell K Royal‑Texas Memorial Stadium have sold out, featuring a marquee Red River Rivalry and seven Top‑25 opponents, while student tickets remain accessible for the upcoming season.
Texas Longhorns soccer welcomes new head coach Margueritte Bates, whose chess‑inspired tactics promise a fresh identity for the program.
First‑year head coach Margueritte Bates leads the Longhorns through a demanding nonconference slate and SEC matchups, hoping to forge a new identity after losing key scorers.
A high school athlete was rushed to an Austin hospital during Monday's practice, prompting an immediate shutdown of activities and leaving the community seeking clarification.
ESPN analyst Bill Connelly highlights five pivotal SEC games in 2026 that may determine whether the conference can reclaim its dominance after three straight Big Ten playoff titles.
The Tigers will open against Iowa State in Sioux Falls, face Vanderbilt, Baylor and Texas on the road, and battle elite teams in the Battle 4 Atlantis and A10/American Showcase, setting the stage for a demanding campaign.
After years of rejection, Drew Mestemaker’s perseverance propelled him from a high school non‑starter to the quarterback position that could revive the Oklahoma State Cowboys.
Named to the 2026 Rimington Trophy watch list, Connor Robertson’s leadership at center has been pivotal in Texas’ high‑scoring offense and protection of quarterback Arch Manning.
Four‑star safety Giovanni Tuggle, ranked No. 56 nationally, will test the Seminoles’ pitch during a busy junior season that features visits to Texas, LSU, Georgia and more, while Florida State looks to carve out a decisive edge in his recruitment.
The University of Texas at Austin welcomed a crisp August morning as the Longhorns took the field for their first media‑open fall practice, featuring quarterback Arch Manning and a focus on team chemistry.
Starting August 1, 2024, the University Interscholastic League requires Texas high schools to use Wet Bulb Globe Temperature readings to gauge heat risk, prompting schedule shifts, cooling stations and concerns about conditioning impacts.
Drew Brees is inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, reflecting on his Texas roots, Purdue years, and 15‑year Saints legacy.
A state-funded study explores the feasibility of a Formula 1 race in North Carolina, leveraging the region’s deep motorsports heritage.
The Sentinels confront their first league defeats, key player comebacks, and a schedule that stretches from Southern California to Texas, while neighboring programs prepare for Bay League battles.
Cross Hanas, drafted second overall by Detroit in 2020, has inked a one-year contract with the Providence Bruins after posting a career-best 38-point season with the Texas Stars.
Arch Manning's debut practice under Steve Sarkisian highlights his efficiency, rapport with receivers, and the competitive quarterback room as Texas readies for its September 5 opener against Texas State.
NASCAR has locked in several 2027 race weekends, including a February Clash at Daytona and a rescheduled Daytona 500 in August, while Atlanta, Texas and Austin secure multiple dates; questions remain about Chicago, San Diego and the All-Star Race.
NASCAR has released its 2027 calendar, confirming race weekends at Atlanta, Circuit of the Americas and Texas Motor Speedway while adjusting traditional events to accommodate NFL scheduling. The lineup also hints at potential returns to Chicago, San Diego and other markets.
The Miners kicked off preseason camp with a night session on August 4, introducing a new ball‑security drill and expressing optimism ahead of their September 4 opener against Oklahoma.
After three seasons with the Texas Longhorns, Chendall Weaver has been granted a fifth year of eligibility but will not return to the program due to scholarship constraints, ending his collegiate career in Austin.
The NHL’s expansion drive, fueled by billion‑dollar fees and a parity‑obsessed system, threatens the sport’s competitive integrity and dilutes talent.
Two deaf athletes, supported by family and community, are raising funds to compete in the 2026 World Deaf Baseball Championship.
Nike's limited‑edition Ohio State‑themed Vomero 18 running shoe blends the Buckeyes' colors with performance design, coinciding with a 2025 football schedule that features high‑profile games and ticket prices ranging from $69 to $553.
Northwestern State’s soccer squad tops the Southland Conference preseason poll as they prepare for a title defense.