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Coach Steve Sarkisian dives into No. 1 Texas' “recipe for success”

Steve Sarkisian explains what the top-ranked Longhorns are leaning on to foster success this season. Coach Sark said No. 5 Georgia will not be a stranger to the bright lights on Monday during his weekly press conference ahead of Saturday night’s showdown in Austin.

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No. 1 Texas Football’s Banks, Hill earn SEC weekly honors

Texas Longhorns' offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. and linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. have both been recognized with SEC weekly honors following their performances. Banks Jr. was named the SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week while Hill Jr. shared the SEC Defensive Player of the Week title. This recognition comes after a commanding 34-3 victory over Oklahoma, highlighting their critical roles in the team's success during that game. These accolades reflect both players' integral contributions to the team as they navigate through their first SEC season.

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Longhorns Men’s Basketball ranked No. 19 in AP preseason poll

The Texas Longhorns men's basketball team has been ranked No. 19 in the preseason AP Top 25 poll for the 2024-25 season. This ranking reflects the team's standing as they prepare for their first game in Las Vegas against Ohio State, highlighting expectations for the team as they navigate through their schedule for the first time as members of the SEC. This placement in the poll is part of a significant development where the Longhorns are one of nine SEC teams to be ranked, showcasing the competitive environment they are entering in their new conference.

Texas and Georgia: five years after ‘We’re back,’ the Longhorns aim to prove it

Five years after the Texas victory over Georgia in the 2019 Sugar Bowl, where Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger famously declared "We're back!", the Longhorns are set to prove that statement true. Now ranked No. 1, Texas faces Georgia once again, carrying the momentum from Saturday and a strong season performance. This upcoming game is not just about maintaining their top ranking but also about affirming their return to the elite echelon of college football, against a Georgia team that has remained a formidable opponent with one of the top defenses in the country. This matchup is steeped in anticipation as Texas aims to solidify its resurgence in the sport.

Texas Women’s Basketball picked second in SEC media poll

The Texas Longhorns women's basketball team has been selected second in the SEC preseason media poll for the 2024-25 season. This ranking places them just behind the reigning national champions, South Carolina, who is favored to win the conference again. The poll reflects the high expectations for the Longhorns in their first season in the SEC, showcasing the team's anticipated strength and potential in a highly competitive league after a 33-5 record last season that ended in an Elite 8 appearance.