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Ethan Mendoza Returns as Texas Longhorns Gear Up for Alabama Showdown

After missing time with a shoulder issue, Texas designated hitter Ethan Mendoza is back on the practice field, and coach Jim Schlossnagle says he looks better than ever. The Longhorns now turn their attention to an elimination matchup against Alabama, a team they split with during the regular season.

Jun 14, 2026

Schlossnagle slams Texas defense after costly CWS loss

Coach Jim Schlossnagle called the 7‑1 loss to Georgia the worst defensive game of the season, highlighting three errors — including two by catcher Carson Tinney — and previewing Texas' elimination clash with Alabama.

Jun 14, 2026

Freshman Pitcher Sam Cozart Leads Texas to College World Series Showdown

Freshman right‑hander Sam Cozart delivered a clutch performance on Tuesday night, striking out Oregon’s Ryan Cooney in a 6‑5 thriller that propelled the Texas Longhorns into the next round of the College World Series. The victory marks the fourth time in the past decade that Texas has advanced to the series, underscoring the program’s resurgence under coach Mark Wasikowski. Cozart, who finished the season with a 1.65 earned run average and 71 strikeouts, has quickly become a cornerstone of the Longhorns’ rotation, drawing praise from teammates and analysts alike. The young pitcher’s older brother, Jacob Cozart, previously tasted the College World Series stage, and Sam now eyes a national title as a means to surpass his sibling’s achievement. Next up, Texas will meet Georgia in a showdown that could rewrite the narrative of a family’s baseball lineage, with the championship on the horizon. The accolade of National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Stopper of the Year further cements Cozart’s rapid ascent, a feat highlighted in coverage by ESPN and supported by betting platforms such as DraftKings. Coach Augie and senior pitcher Luke Harrison are among the staff guiding the squad, while Adrian Rodriguez and Michelle Cozart have been vocal supporters from the stands. The upcoming games will be staged in Omaha, Nebraska, a venue that has hosted the series for decades, adding another layer of tradition to the contest. Fans across the United States, from Austin to the heartland, are tuning in, eager to witness whether the Cozart brothers can etch their names into college baseball lore.

Jun 13, 2026

Texas High School Basketball May Adopt Shot Clock by 2028

The University Interscholastic League is poised to introduce a shot clock for elite high school basketball, with a tentative rollout targeting the 2028‑29 season and a focus on the state’s largest classifications.

Jun 11, 2026

College World Series Begins June 12 in Omaha

The inaugural games start on June 12, showcasing matchups such as West Virginia vs. Troy and North Carolina vs. Ole Miss, with a full schedule extending through early July.

Jun 11, 2026

UNC Baseball Eyes First College World Series Title

The University of North Carolina’s baseball team, long awaiting its moment, is set to face Ole Miss in the 2026 College World Series, carrying the hopes of a program that has never captured a national championship.

Jun 10, 2026