Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Lubbock, Texas across Football, Basketball, Soccer.
Oklahoma State head coach Eric Morris is merging the Air Raid’s aerial explosiveness with a ground attack that has already produced over 1,400 rushing yards for running back Caleb Hawkins, a formula that mirrors the success of Clemson and LSU.
Coach Brad Underwood’s meticulously crafted slate forces Illinois to play all marquee matchups away from home, setting the stage for a potential NCAA Tournament run.
The Red Raiders add a dual‑threat quarterback to their roster, aiming to provide stability behind Hammond, who is recovering from a season‑ending ACL injury.
Illinois announces its full non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting exhibitions, high‑profile road games and key matchups against Duke, UConn and others.
Texas Tech announces its 2027 schedule for the Red Raiders softball, baseball and basketball teams, highlighting conference play, tournaments and high‑profile non‑conference matchups.
A deep look at the three‑backfield that could turn Texas Tech into a Big 12 contender and beyond.
A $242 million, four‑story complex equips Texas Tech with NFL‑level amenities, fueling a historic 12‑2 season and the program’s first CFP appearance.
Shiel Wood’s second year at Texas Tech has turned heads with a revitalized defense, player praise for his wit, and a philosophy that eschews traditional analytics.
Texas Tech announced the signing of Mali native Bassala Bagayoko, a 6‑foot‑10 forward with a 7‑foot‑6 wingspan, adding a promising defensive talent to the 2026‑27 roster
Arizona enters the 2026 campaign with a competitive slate, a recent peak of No. 21, and high expectations for a conference surge.
Texas Tech’s men’s basketball team will meet Kentucky in a preseason exhibition at Rupp Arena, marking the first meeting since 2020 and ending a two‑year hiatus from such games.
Texas Tech aims for a second straight Big 12 title and a College Football Playoff berth in 2026, bolstered by a potent offense and a top‑ranked defense, though quarterback Will Hammond’s recovery and a tough schedule pose challenges.
At 17, SaRod Baker is set to join Texas Tech after a high‑school career that produced 55 touchdowns and over 4,400 yards, while his family explores new name‑image‑likeness opportunities and a conference aimed at guiding parents through the financial side of youth sports.
The upcoming 2026 season brings division realignments, fresh talent and heightened expectations across Lubbock’s Class 5A and surrounding districts.
A Maryland high‑school athlete who juggled lacrosse and football has turned a modest statistical profile into a coveted Power Four defensive tackle, earning a starting role at Texas Tech within weeks of arrival.
Texas Tech’s preseason No. 12 ranking and deep roster set the stage for a freshman class that could shape the team’s next chapter.
A recent U.S. District Court decision grants a fifth year of eligibility to players from the class of 2022, allowing Texas Tech’s Darrion Williams and UCF transfer Jamichael Stillwell to return for another season. The NCAA is preparing to challenge the ruling.
Texas Tech’s football program faces a shrinking slate of Power Four non‑conference games, prompting athletic leaders to explore neutral‑site contests and possible Big 12 waivers.
LaDarius Godbolt, a co‑district basketball player of the year, has signed a national letter of intent to play men's volleyball at Ottawa University, citing a lifelong love for the sport.
After a breakout performance that sent Texas Tech past Arkansas in the 2025 Sweet Sixteen, Darrion Williams announces his fifth‑year comeback, backed by a recent judicial decision that extends eligibility for 2022 athletes.
From five‑star recruit to injury‑plagued transfer, Micah Hudson's path to Texas Tech has been fraught with challenges. Now, with key teammates and coaching support, he is expected to deliver a breakout performance in his third season.
The Red Raiders host New Mexico on Aug. 6 in Lubbock, marking the first meeting since a 1‑1 draw two years ago, as both teams bring fresh talent and ambitions.
The Texas Tech Red Raiders have been at the center of a whirlwind offseason, with moves on the court, the field, and the administrative front shaping expectations for the coming year.
The Red Raiders open the 2026 season with a home game against Abilene Christian, featuring a defense led by Brice Pollock and A.J. Holmes Jr., and a slate of matchups that includes a high‑priced Thanksgiving rivalry with TCU.