SurfWax News Index  |  Track News  |  Save/Exchange Information |  About Us News and Articles on Texas Basketball 5 Questions: Texas  Nov 18, 2008 com - 5 Questions: Tulane vs. Texas. Five Questions: Tulane vs. No. 8 Texas - Basketball. (Tulane Sports -- Rivals.com) USD Men's Basketball inks three to National Letter of Intent agreements  Nov 14, 2008 com for the 2009 class, and is a 2008-09 Preseason All-State pick (by Texas Basketball Magazine). "Cameron Miles will give us quickness and speed at the point guard position," said Grier. (Usdtoreros.com) Star-Studded Class  Nov 13, 2008 During his time in Austin, Rick Barnes has taken the Texas basketball to heights never seen before, and with the help of a stellar group of assistants, the Longhorns on Wednesday again positioned themselves for future success, signing a three-man recruiting class that is regarded as one of the America's best. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com) Three New Ladyjacks Sign National Letters Of Intent  Nov 13, 2008 As a junior she was named the team's MVP and was an all-state selection by Texas Basketball Magazine. In addition to honors for her on-court actions, she has also been an academic all-district selection each of her first three years as well. (Sfajacks.com) No. 2 Stanford Hosts Vanguard In Exhibition Finale Friday Night  Nov 7, 2008 This Is Why She Was National Player Of The Year Freshman forward gave Stanford fans their first glimpse of the incredible talent and athleticism that led to her being named the Gatorade National Player of the Year last year, as well as Ms. Texas Basketball in each of the past two seasons. Against Chico State, Ogwumike wowed Stanford fans with a 6-for-7 performance from the field for 17 points that also saw her grab eight rebounds, pass out four assists, and make a couple of steals in 23 minutes... (Pac-10.org) Barnes putting together blockbuster schedules  Nov 7, 2008 According to Texas basketball spokesman Scott McConnell, here are some of the non-conference games the Longhorns have on the schedule coming up in the future. 2009-10 - At Connecticut (either Hartford or Storrs). (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com) Stanford Women's Basketball Begins Exhibition Play Saturday Against Chico State  Oct 31, 2008 First in this class of rookies is forward (Cypress, Texas), the 2008 Gatorade National Player of the Year and a two-time Ms. Texas Basketball who helped the USA Basketball U18 National Team to the gold medal at the FIBA Americas U18 Championship this past summer. Also a part of that victorious U.S. team was center (Gurnee, Ill. (Pac-10.org) Texas hoops program brings in yet another 5-star  Oct 25, 2008 There's no doubting the recruiting success that the Texas basketball staff has turned in over the past few years, and the momentum continued on Thursday night. The Longhorns picked up yet another five-star hoops commit, and we've got exclusive updates with the player and his coach inside. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com) Stanford Women's Basketball Gets First Official Practice Underway Friday  Oct 18, 2008 Ogwumike, the Gatorade National Player of the Year and a Ms. Texas Basketball last season, and Boothe, the Ms. Illinois basketball recipient last year, teamed up on the USA U18 National Team that captured the FIBA Americas Championship in Argentina over the summer. The front-court duo add significant size and athleticism to arguably the nation's best and deepest front court, joining Preseason Wade Watch candidates Appel and Pedersen. (Gostanford.com) Tuesday's UNC Links  Oct 14, 2008 Texas basketball coach Rick Barnes is in the process of securing the series of games against the North Carolina Tar Heels that he has wanted for several years. The Longhorns and Tar Heels are close to finalizing a date Dec. 19, 2009 for a game at the Dallas Cowboys' new stadium in Arlington, a matchup that could be the first in a four-game series, a team spokesman said. (InsideCarolina.com) Todd Wright talks Texas hoops  Sep 17, 2008 Longhorn strength and conditioning coach Todd Wright has been a key component in the recent success of the Texas basketball team. Not only is Wright instrumental in the program's recruiting efforts, he's the man responsible for getting the players into tip-top shape once the step on campus. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com) Breaking down the Horns  Sep 15, 2008 Nobody has his finger on the pulse of the Texas basketball program on a year-round basis more than strength and conditioning coach Todd Wright. Whether it's the pre-season workouts, daily practices during the season, the spring off-season or the summer sessions, Wright is an integral part of the success of the program on an every day basis. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com) SPORTS BRIEFLY  Aug 22, 2008 Guard J'Covan Brown failed to complete his academic requirements to be enrolled at the University of Texas for the fall semester, according to the University of Texas basketball program. "We do expect J'Covan to earn admission to the University of Texas and join our basketball program at some point," head coach Rick Barnes said. (The Daily Texan, TX) Hoosier Newsstand, Thursday, August 14  Aug 14, 2008 MSU makes big late push for Texas basketball star. Big Ten Network to debut on Comcast. (Indiana Sports -- Rivals.com) Basketball: Former Tech star continues to give back to West Texas  May 25, 2008 West Texas An s basketball coach Krista Gerlich runs through a demonstration during the first West Texas Basketball Clinic at the OC Sports Center on Saturday ... She also has a passion for her profession, which made it natural to accept an invitation from Odessa High boys coach James Johnson to speak at the inaugural West Texas Basketball Clinic on Saturday at Odessa College ... "It's important to be able to share with other coaches and to learn from them and to just network and meet people,... (Odessa American, TX) Basketball: West Texas Clinic notebook  May 25, 2008 But Gilmore hopes he did everything in his power Saturday during the West Texas Basketball Clinic to help Samaniego along in his career ... SO FAR, SO GOOD: The West Texas Basketball Clinic was the brainchild of Odessa High boys head coach James Johnson, who seemed happy with the inaugural product. (Odessa American, TX) Basketball: Inaugural West Texas Clinic set to go  May 24, 2008 The inaugural West Texas Basketball Clinic will take place from 9 a.m.-3:20 p.m. today at the Odessa College Sports Center. Put together by Odessa High boys basketball coach James Johnson, the clinic will feature six coaches from different levels of basketball teaching a number of different techniques. (Odessa American, TX) Staff Decides on New Mexico  May 16, 2008 Over the weekend, another Texas basketball player committed to attending the University of New Mexico to play basketball after an unofficial visit in May. Matt Staff, a 6-foot, 8-inch, 200-pound wing, gave Alford a verbal commitment this past Sunday announcing his intentions. (New Mexico Sports -- Rivals.com) Texas surpassed expectations in A.D era, awaits ...  Apr 2, 2008 Life for Texas basketball A.D. -- that is After Durant -- turned out a lot better than anyone would have guessed. The Longhorns took a share of the Big 12 title, won a school-record 31 games and returned to the NCAA tournament regional final for the second time in three years. (K-Eye News, TX) Sweet 16 Quotes: The Players  Mar 30, 2008 Justin Mason: Like A.J. said, we wanted to come out and get back to playing Texas basketball ... D.J. Augustin: Coach just told us to go back to how we play defense, Texas basketball and that's what we did. (TheBootleg.com) Taking the Nation by Swarm  Mar 25, 2008 You were a great representative of the greatness of Texas basketball. It was a pleasure to watch the game on tv, and listen to Dallas Huston via the internet. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX) Duke starts 3 quarterbacks  Mar 22, 2008 Singler's mother, Kris, has four brothers -- John Brosterhous (Oregon football), Rick (Oregon basketball), B.G. (Texas basketball), and Greg (Oregon football) -- who all played Division I sports. Both Kris and niece Ericka Brosterhous played basketball at Oregon State. (News & Observer -- Sports) Marsha Porter named Redin Award winner 02-18-2008  Feb 19, 2008 One of the winningest coaches in the history of Texas high school girls basketball who was inducted into the Texas Basketball Hall of Fame in 2004, Porter accumulated 762 wins and 16 district titles during her 33 years of coaching, all at Conroe High School. She led the Tigerettes to the state finals in 1974 and again in 1994, and recorded her 750th win on Nov. 19, 2001. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX) He's singled out for stardom  Jan 13, 2008 uncle, Texas basketball (had a long professional career in France). BILL SINGLER. (News & Observer -- Sports) Texas basketball team OK after plane rolls off taxiway  Jan 10, 2008 January 10, 2008 ONLINE EDITION. Entertainment Review : Art of Photography : Business Trends : Eyes of a Reporter. (Sioux City Journal, IO) Texas OK after flight problem  Jan 10, 2008 ESPN - Texas basketball team OK after plane rolls off taxiway - Women's College Basketball ... Texas basketball team OK after plane rolls off taxiway - Women's College Basketball ... Texas basketball team OK after plane rolls off taxiway. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball) Hoops Locker Room Report  Dec 18, 2007 The Longhorns are off to one of the best starts in this history of the Texas basketball program, and the fan interest is really picking up. In this weeks' Locker Room Report, we look at whether or not the team has peaked too early and whether or not D.J. Augustin will leave early for the NBA.. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com) Jefferson dropping big numbers  Dec 8, 2007 Killeen power forward Cory Jefferson has been a force on the Central Texas basketball scene. The 6-8, 180-pound, four-star prospect has the No. 5 Killeen High Kangaroos sitting undefeated early in the season and his presence in the paint has been undeniable. (Baylor Sports -- Rivals.com) Durant-less 'Horns impressive with early wins and ...  Dec 5, 2007 Ask Texas basketball coach Rick Barnes if his Longhorns are better without Kevin Durant -- he'll say that's the stupidest question he's heard. The Durant-less Longhorns are 7-0 and ranked fourth after an impressive road win at UCLA.. (K-Eye News, TX) Texas basketball: Longhorns rout Texas Southern  Nov 29, 2007 Last Update: 11/28 10:30 pm. (CBS 42) D.J. Augustin led four Texas players in double- figures with 20 points as the eighth-ranked Longhorns pulled away in the second half for a 98-61 victory over Texas Southern at the Erwin Center. (K-Eye News, TX) Bulldogs add Texas player to recruiting class  Nov 16, 2007 She garnered Class 15-5A All-District honors and was named to the All-tournament team of the Hays Rebel Classic and the Mike Springer's Texas Basketball Magazine's All-State Team. Fresno State announced that its Nov. 24 home game vs. Oklahoma State has been moved to an 11 a.m. start. (Fresno Bee -- Sports) Women's Basketball Signing Announced  Nov 16, 2007 She garnered Class 15-5A All-District honors and was named to the All-Tournament team of the Hays Rebel Classic and the Mike Springer's Texas Basketball Magazine's All-State Team. In Sanders junior year she led the Panthers to the area finals where she was named to the 14-5A All-District and Academic teams. (Gobulldogs.com) Lady Raider Basketball Signs Three to National Letters of Intent  Nov 15, 2007 She was TABC All-State, Texas Basketball Magazine All-State and Most Valuable Player of District 19-A during her junior year. As a sophomore her team won the Class A state championship, and Barncastle was selected TABC All-State, TABC Player of the Year and Texas Basketball Magazine All-State. (Texastech.com) Bo Inks Four  Nov 15, 2007 Recently named preseason first-team all-state by Texas Basketball Magazine, Markolf averaged 13 points, 8 ... He was named first-team all-region by the Texas Basketball Coaches as well as first-team all-district last year. (BadgerNation.com) Horns' game against ISU tops today's headlines  Oct 13, 2007 Texas basketball recruit cleared to practice. Dallas Morning News. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com) Todd Wright: 'You can't take anything for granted'  Sep 1, 2007 In the first part of our interview with Texas basketball strength and conditioning coach Todd Wright, Wright touched on the program's returning players, the leadership in next year's team and the return for summer workouts by players from the recent past. In part two, Wright talks about the freshmen, what he looks for in an athlete (think D.J. Augustin), the workout schedule headed into the season and the expectations of the program. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com) Reviving The Longhorns  Aug 29, 2007 The phrase, "We are Texas Basketball," accompanies the art. "That shows the closeness of our team," Goestenkors said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball) McKnight commits to play hoops at CSM  Aug 1, 2007 McKnight, who was named All-State by Texas Basketball Magazine in 2006-07, also earned Top 50 Girls in the State recognition from texashhoops. com and Texas Prep Magazine during her final season at Boerne. (Boerne Star, TX) Ready for the challenge  Jul 21, 2007 Q: Have you spent time with many of The University of Texas basketball players. If you have, have you got to the point where you're comfortable around them. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com)  7/18/07 W BasketballBenton Named Director of Women's Basketball Operations  Jul 19, 2007 Benton was an honorable mention All-State selection by the Texas Sports Writers Association and was twice tabbed second-team All-State by Texas Basketball Magazine. Benton earned her bachelor's degree in fitness education from DePaul in 2006. (Slubillikens.com) ESPY Winners Announced  Jul 16, 2007 Best Male College Athlete:Kevin Durant, University of Texas basketball. Best Female College Athlete:Taryne Mowatt, University of Arizona softball. (Multichannel News) Full Story from Daily Texan  Jul 14, 2007 U-WIRE.com/Coach G prepared for Longhorn challenge. Coach G prepared for Longhorn challenge. (U-Wire.com) Executive compensation  Jun 10, 2007 AP research: CEO compensation skyrockets - Yahoo. Secondary Navigation. (Yahoo News) Faces In The Crowd: Rene Hanebutt  Jun 8, 2007 Hanebutt is a member of the all-time Texas Tech Lady Raider team, and in 2001 she was elected into the Texas Basketball Hall of Fame. Rene Hanebutt was part of three conference championships including the Big 12 in 1998. (Texastech.com) Alexander impresses at camp  Jun 5, 2007 Dripping Springs class of 2010 power forward Daniel Alexander is a prospect who's name is starting to creep around the Texas basketball circles, and this weekend at the Texas Ae camp Alexander proved that he is a bright, rising prospect in the state. Click here to see what Alexander thought about his trip to Awhere the Aggies sit early in his recruitment. (Texas A&M Sports -- Rivals.com) Carter, Mensah Take Top Honor At Fighting Illini Scholar-Athlete Banquet  May 2, 2007 Men's Basketball Illinois Fighting Illini :: The Official Athletic Site. Warren Carter and Yvonne Mensah earned the DIA's top honor Tuesday night at the annual Scholar-Athlete Banquet. (Fightingillini.com) Oden, Conley undecided about jump to NBA  Apr 13, 2007 Texas basketball forward Kevin Durant, left, gets a pat from his mother, Wanda Pratt, after he announced he would enter June's NBA draft during a news conference in Austin, Texas, Tuesday, April 10, 2007. Story Tools. (News & Observer -- Sports) With Donovan out of the picture, Wildcats approach Gillispie  Apr 6, 2007 "I'm the Texas basketball coach, that's how I feel," Barnes said. Like Donovan and Barnes, Izzo and Calipari are proven winners. (WKRC.com, OH) Barnes makes his decision  Apr 6, 2007 After building the Texas basketball program into one of the nation's elite programs, is Rick Barnes ready to say goodbye to Austin and hello to Lexington. Less than five seconds after Florida head coach Billy Donovan announced that he was pulling his name out of consideration for the vacant Kentucky head coaching job, the buzz from coast to coast is that Barnes is perhaps the next guy in line to receive an offer from the Wildcats. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com) NCAA: Stanford's Harbaugh irks USC's Carroll  Mar 31, 2007 Texas basketball coach Rick Barnes estimates the chances of brilliant freshman Kevin Durant returning for a sophomore season are "50-50." Observers feel that Clipper Shaun Livinginston's knee injury would scare Durant into coming out. But Barnes claims Durant came to practice and said, "See? That wouldn't have happened if he'd been in college. He'd be stronger." -- Boston Globe. (SportsIllustrated.CNN) These stars may not come out  Mar 30, 2007 Listen up, Celtics fans: Texas basketball coach Rick Barnes estimates the chances of brilliant freshman Kevin Durant returning for a sophomore season are "50-50.". The 6-foot-9-inch Durant averaged 25. (Boston Globe -- Sports) Some players students for a season  Mar 28, 2007 Texas basketball spokesman Scott McConnell said that after Texas lost to Southern Cal this month in Spokane, Wash. the team got back to campus early Monday morning. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports) Durant having freshman year for the ages  Mar 1, 2007 There never has been a Texas basketball player quite like Kevin Durant. For all we can tell, there never has been a freshman basketball player anywhere quite like Kevin Durant. (San Jose Mercury News) Scouting Report: Texas  Feb 20, 2007 He has just surpassed now Houston Coach Tom Penders as the winningest Texas basketball coach. He now has 210 wins to Pender's 208. (RaiderPower.com) Durant's 37 points, 23 rebounds lead No. 22 Texas  Feb 1, 2007 LUBBOCK, Texas - Kevin Durant had a game like no other in the history of Texas basketball. The Texas freshman scored 37 points and grabbed 23 rebounds to become the first Longhorn and second player in the history of the Big 12 to have a 30-20 game in No. 22 Texas 76-64 win over Texas Tech on Wednesday night. (MSNBC -- Sports) Rookie Brown prefers injured list  Jan 22, 2007 It is believed that LRMR is trying to position itself to represent freshman University of Texas basketball star Kevin Durant once he declares for the NBA Draft. Many high-profile agents are on Durant's heels. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Sports) Aiming Toward the Future  Jan 18, 2007 She was named to the Texas Basketball Magazine All-State First Team for a second consecutive year and was also selected as an All-Williamson County First Team honoree for a second time. As a junior, she averaged 10. (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA) Durant keeps doubling up  Jan 18, 2007 Shortly after the Texas basketball team boarded a plane for Stillwater, Okla. on Monday, snow dusted Austin on Tuesday morning. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com) Back to Sports News [ Terms Of Use | Privacy | About ] ©1998-2008 SurfWax, Inc. All rights reserved. Patents pending. Copyright SurfWax, Inc. 2008