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Three Texas players — Cooper Webb, Trey Rangel and Phinn Beaird — removed their names from the draft after being selected on the first day, while top recruit Grady Emerson fell to the Tampa Bay Rays, illustrating the growing tension between signing bonuses and collegiate commitments.
Chase Brunson’s consistent performance at Texas Christian University culminated in a 42nd‑overall selection in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting a career marked by All‑Big 12 honors and impressive offensive stats.
Ryan Blaney secured pole position with a 179.912 mph lap, leading a Team Penske front‑row sweep. The grid features a top five of Larson, Dillon and Suarez, while notable drivers including Denny Hamlin, Tyler Reddick and Shane van Gisbergen start further back. The event, sponsored by Quaker State and Walmart, is set for Sunday night in Fort Worth, Texas.
The 2026 MLB Draft opened Saturday with the Chicago White Sox holding the first pick, while Texas A&M infielder Chris Hacopian and Texas commit Grady Emerson were among the top selections, highlighting the Lone Star State's strong pipeline of talent.
TCU’s standout pitcher Lance Davis has decided against the 2026 MLB Draft, opting instead to remain with the Horned Frogs through the 2027 campaign, a move that brings back veteran right‑handers Louis Rodriguez and Kade Eudy from injury.
NASCAR’s 22nd race weekend of the 2026 season will unfold at EchoPark Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas, where a $1.65 million purse and the quest for back‑to‑back victory put Nick Sanchez against a strong field of Carson Kvapil and Sam Mayer.
Top prospect Grady Emerson, a standout infielder from Fort Worth Christian, was selected second in the 2026 MLB draft by the Tampa Bay Rays, opening a new chapter after he abandoned his Texas commitment.
Grady Emerson, the Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year, was selected second overall by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a high school career that included a .532 batting average and mentorship under Rusty Greer.
NASCAR’s 2026 season will feature its 20th race at EchoPark Speedway, where a single‑lap qualifying system will determine the top‑10 shoot‑out and a deep field of 36 drivers will compete.
The 2026 season’s 21st NASCAR O'Reilly Series race lands at EchoPark Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas, marking the second of two scheduled events at the track this year. A single‑lap qualifying session will determine the top‑ten starters for the 250‑mile contest, with notable drivers such as Sheldon Creed and Carson Ware among those set to compete.
NASCAR's O'Reilly Series will run the Focused Health 250 at EchoPark Speedway during the 22nd race weekend of the 2026 season, marking the sport's first doubleheader at a single venue.
The Cyclones are preparing for a 2026 season marked by a new head coach, a completely rebuilt program, and early predictions of a last‑place finish in the Big 12, yet the coach's history of exceeding expectations offers a glimmer of hope.
The conference revealed its preseason accolades, recognizing standout athletes from member schools ahead of the upcoming season.
The Longhorns' 2027 class climbs to No.7 nationally, featuring a mix of five‑star and four‑star talent committed to key positions on both sides of the ball.
From an undefeated 1938 season to modern playoff runs, Davey O'Brien's legacy fuels TCU's pursuit of another Heisman hero.
Texas addresses critical holes in its 2027 baseball roster by welcoming a quartet of high‑profile transfers, each bringing a distinct skill set that could transform the Longhorns' competitive edge.
Andrew Ermis, a standout infielder with a .353 batting average and .571 on‑base percentage for the Texas Longhorns, has announced his transfer to TCU for his senior season, joining a program riding a wave of top‑tier recruiting.
The 2025 NASCAR season introduces a new tournament structure that begins on June 28 at Sonoma Raceway, featuring 16 head‑to‑head matchups and ending with a final at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26.
Brendan Sorsby's professional football prospects dim after a gambling scandal triggers NCAA ineligibility, a CFL ban and a blocked NFL supplemental draft entry, forcing him to consider junior college and a possible comeback in 2027.
Indiana’s quarterback Josh Hoover is entering a pivotal phase of his development under new position coach Tino Sunseri, who emphasizes precision and focus.
Indiana's quarterback Josh Hoover is refining his game under the demanding guidance of position coach Tino Sunseri, whose 'sniper mentality' has already elevated previous passers.
The latest rankings for EA Sports' upcoming College Football 27 reveal the relative standing of Division I programs, with several Texas institutions positioned near the middle of the national pack.
Junior right‑hander Collin Clarke has pledged to TCU, bringing a strong track record and remaining eligibility to the Horned Frogs' rotation.
Bane, the program's all‑time leader in games played, three‑pointers and wins, rejoins the Horned Frogs staff to guide student‑athletes and serve as a bridge to the NBA.