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Steve Sarkisian and Texas are on a recruiting hot streak at the moment, headlined by the commitment of Arch Manning on Thursday.

Sarkisian, Longhorns riding wave of momentum in recruiting world

Steve Sarkisian has had a pretty good week so far. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 7/1/22

Texas Longhorns senior outside hitter Logan Eggleston (33) celebrates a point during an NCAA volleyball match between Texas and UTSA on August 29, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

Eggleston named preseason Player of the Year as Longhorns top preseason poll

Logan Eggleston has already cemented herself as one of the best volleyball players in Texas history. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/24/22

Texas designated hitter Austin Todd (44) runs to first base during an NCAA baseball game against Baylor on April 24, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Texas drops two straight to bow out of College World Series

Texas has been to Omaha more than any other baseball team in the nation, but couldn’t grab any momentum this time around. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/21/22

Texas pitcher TRISTAN STEVENS (35) on the mound during an NCAA baseball game against Rice on Feb. 19, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Texas beats East Carolina in Super Regional to advance to College World Series for 38th time

There was a time on Saturday afternoon when it looked like the Texas baseball season was about to end. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/13/22

Texas infielder Murphy Stehly (14) heads to first base during an NCAA baseball game against TCU on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas. Texas won, 7-3, taking the series two games to one.

Texas offense shows up, but pitching dooms No. 9 Longhorns in Game 1 loss to No. 8 ECU

The Texas pitching staff was consistent and reliable in the regional tournament last week. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/10/22

Texas softball dropped game two to No. 1 Oklahoma, 10-5, at the WCWS on Thursday to complete the 2022 season with the program’s best-ever finish as the national runner-up.

Texas softball falls to top-ranked Oklahoma in WCWS Championship

There were times this season when Texas softball coach Mike White didn’t know what to do. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/10/22

Texas lost to Oklahoma 16-1 in the first game of the Women's College World Series Wednesday night in Oklahoma City.

Texas blown out by No. 1 Oklahoma in WCWS Championship opener

The Oklahoma offense is no joke. Texas gave up five runs in the first inning, while Oklahoma hit a WCWS-record six home runs as the Longhorns lost 16-1 to the top-ranked Sooners Wednesday night in … more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/8/22

Texas redshirt sophomore Jared Southard struck out a career-high six batters and earned the win as the Longhorns beat Air Force 10-1 on Sunday night to clinch the Austin Regional.

Texas reliever Jared Southard returns to Rouse to help rejuvenate season

Jared Southard turned around his season thanks in part to a frost blue Gatorade. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/8/22

Hailey Dolcini and Texas will face No. 1 Oklahoma in a best-of-three Women's College World Series Championship Series beginning Wednesday in Oklahoma City.

Unseeded Longhorns advance to first-ever WCWS championship series

Texas softball brought some of the ‘Keep Austin Weird’ vibes to Oklahoma City. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/7/22

Texas infielder Dylan Campbell (8) at bat during an NCAA playoff baseball game against Louisiana Tech on June 4, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

No. 9 Texas dominates Air Force to advance to Super Regionals for second-straight season

Life is a little easier when you’re playing with a lead. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/5/22

Texas pitcher Tristan Stevens (35) on the mound in relief during an NCAA playoff baseball game against Louisiana Tech on June 4, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Stevens embraces relief role to help No. 9 Texas down Louisiana Tech

Tristan Stevens could’ve finished his college career just about anywhere after a solid season in the Texas rotation last year. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/4/22

Justin Moore was recruited to play infield at Stanford but has transitioned into a full-time pitcher. He has 13 strikeouts in 14 appearances for the Cardinal.

Vandegrift alum Justin Moore growing into pitching role at Stanford

Justin Moore has never stopped believing in himself. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/4/22

Texas infielder Skyler Messinger (5) at bat during an NCAA baseball game on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas. Texas won, 7-3, taking the series two games to one.

No. 9 Texas baseball blows out Air Force in first game of NCAA Tournament

Texas head coach David Pierce couldn’t have scripted a better opening game to the NCAA Tournament. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/3/22

Texas designated hitter Austin Todd (44) gestures to the crowd after hitting a home run in the second inning of an NCAA baseball game against Baylor on April 24, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Texas baseball staying calm, focused ahead of NCAA Tournament

When the Texas Baseball team learned what teams would be coming to Austin for the first part of the NCAA Tournament this weekend, there was no reaction or celebration, only a calm, determined focus in the locker room. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 6/2/22

Texas infielder Ivan Melendez (17) at bat during an NCAA baseball game against TCU on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas. Texas won, 7-3, taking the series two games to one.

Melendez tied season home run record as No. 19 Longhorns begin postseason play

After every game at Disch-Falk Field, Ivan Melendez is surrounded by hundreds of fans wanting an autograph or a photo. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/26/22

Lauren Burke and Texas are headed to Seattle for the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The Longhorns face Weber State on Friday.

Texas softball set to begin NCAA Tournament in Seattle

Texas softball is headed to Seattle to begin the NCAA Tournament. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/16/22

Texas infielder Ivan Melendez (17) heads home to score a run during an NCAA baseball game against TCU on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas. Texas won, 7-3, taking the series two games to one.

Melendez earns conference honor as Texas wins series against West Virginia

Texas Baseball got back on track as the season winds down, winning two of three games at West Virginia last weekend. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/10/22

Texas starting pitcher Lucas Gordon (13) on the mound during an NCAA baseball game against Baylor on April 24, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Texas baseball swept by Oklahoma State at home

Just when things appear to be turning around for No. 10 Texas baseball, they end up getting worse. The Longhorns were swept by No. 8 Oklahoma State this weekend at Disch-Falk Field to fall to 9-9 … more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/2/22

Cedar Park junior Gisella Maul, the Texas Gatorade Player of the Year who helped the Timberwolves win back-to-back state championships, committed to Texas on Monday morning.

Cedar Park junior guard Gisella Maul commits to Texas

Gisella Maul wanted to get the full recruiting experience instead of quickly committing to her hometown dream school from the jump. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/25/22

Portland Trail Blazers forward GREG BROWN III (4) defends against San Antonio Spurs guard TRE JONES (33) during an NBA game between the Spurs and the Trail Blazers on April 3, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. The Spurs won, 113-92.

Next Level: Former Vandegrift star is blazing his trail in the NBA

Greg Brown III is either playing basketball or dancing. Many times, he’s doing both at the same time. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/7/22

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