Impact player? Jul 23, 2008
Texas Tech football fans and observers have been waiting on pins and needles for the Red Raiders' top defensive recruiting prize to finally cement his spot on the Tech roster, and with only a two-hour course remaining to be passed, 's college football future looks bright. The question is, how much will he be able to contribute to Tech's cause in 2008. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Perfect storm facing Tech? Jul 23, 2008
But Robert Giovannetti, a 38-year resident of Lubbock, sports-talk radio host and author of "Fearless Champions," a book chronicling the history of Texas Tech football, said the populace isn't. He said expectations and excitement are greater on the Plains than at any time since the 1970s. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Big 12 Announces 2007-08 Athletes of the Year Jun 28, 2008
Male nominees included Lars Poerschke (Baylor tennis), Brent Vaughn (Colorado cross country and track), Chris Baker (Iowa State golf), Egor Agafonov (Kansas track), Michael Beasley (Kansas State basketball), Dusty Jonas (Nebraska track), Curtis Lofton (Oklahoma football), Rickie Fowler (Oklahoma State golf), Leonel Manzano (Texas track), Ozzie Gardner (Texas Aming), Graham Harrell (Texas Tech football). Big 12 Athletes of the Year. (KWTX.com, TX)
Two Texas Tech Football Players Suspended Jun 12, 2008
Little League Baseball all Registration. KWTX.COM Inside Sports. (KWTX.com, TX)
Texas Tech Football Special on FSN Saturday May 13, 2008
FSN Southwest will air its annual spring special on Texas Tech Football on Saturday. HEADLINES. (Texastech.com)
Spend The Weekend With Texas Tech Athletics Apr 15, 2008
The two events serve as the bookends to a fun weekend for the entire family that includes Texas Tech Football and several activities surrounding the annual spring game ... The hour-long session will be conducted by members of the Texas Tech football team. (Texastech.com)
TRLICA, WALKER HONORED BY NFF HAMPSHIRE HONOR SOCIETY Apr 11, 2008
Two Texas Tech football players, seniors and , were recognized for their performance on and off the field by the honor society. Both Big 12 Conference All-Academic performers, Trlica will wrap up a double-major in accounting and finance in May, while Walker graduated in December with a degree in marketing. (Texastech.com)
Oklahoma, Baylor Game Dates Changed Feb 27, 2008
Football - Texas Tech Red Raiders :: The Official Athletic Site. Texas Tech will face Oklahoma in Norman on Nov. 22 and meet Baylor in Lubbock on Nov. 29. (Texastech.com)
Season Ticket Renewal Timeline Announced Feb 19, 2008
LUBBOCK, Texas - The first of four payments for 2008 Texas Tech Football season ticket renewals are due March 3 with additional payments due April 10 and May 8, according to a timeline announced today by the athletics department. Final payment is due June 12. (Texastech.com)
Spring Practice Dates Announced Feb 13, 2008
Texas Tech Football begins spring practice March 26 and will conclude with the annual spring game April 19 ... LUBBOCK, Texas - Texas Tech Football will begin on-field preparations for the 2008 season March 26 when it conducts its annual spring drills on the practice fields at the Football Training Facility. (Texastech.com)
Breaking Down the Class Feb 11, 2008
Come inside for Football Analyst Mitchell Fish's take on these talented recruits and just what their signing will mean to the Texas Tech football team in 2008 and beyond. to read the rest of this story. (RaiderPower.com)
Privacy Policy Jan 28, 2008
Texas Tech Football Basketball and Recruiting: RedRaiderSports ... Texas Tech Football Recruiting. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Why I'd hire Dennis Simmons Jan 18, 2008
Most of the speculation swirling around employment opportunities on the Texas Tech football coaching staff has centers on the defensive coordinator vacancy and the likely appointment of Ruffin McNeill to that position. Of almost equal importance, however, is the void created when former defensive coordinator Lyle Setencich was eased out of his job. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Welker the great Jan 18, 2008
Within the Texas Tech football community the latest addition to the pantheon of true Red Raider greats is Wes Welker. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Has Tech found Trlica's replacement? Jan 12, 2008
Sadly, the Alex Trlica era is over in Texas Tech football. Finding a replacement for everything he brought to the table certainly won't be easy, but that doesn't mean Tech's not trying. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Doege ready to enroll Jan 4, 2008
On Tuesday, Seth Doege watched his last Texas Tech football game as a fan when he took in Tech's comeback win over Virginia in the 2008 Gator Bowl. Doege, who will enroll at Tech in the coming days, says he experienced a wide range of emotions while watching the game- something that shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone who's followed Tech football for any length of time. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Texas Tech Opens the New Year Against Lamar Jan 1, 2008
When the Texas Tech football team accepted a bid to the Gator Bowl, the Red Raiders vs. Cardinals basketball game was moved to 6 PM so Texas Tech fans could enjoy a Texas Tech doubleheader. The Red Raiders and the Cardinals are meeting for the second time since the initial game of the series on December 13, 1979. (Texastech.com)
Red Raiders Arrive In Jacksonville Dec 27, 2007
- The Texas Tech Football team and staff arrived in Jacksonville, Fla. earlier this afternoon to begin preparations for the 2008 Konica Minolta Gator Bowl on New Year's Day. (Texastech.com)
Coach Leach To Distribute Christmas Hams On Saturday Dec 22, 2007
"We want everyone in the city to know that Texas Tech Football is committed to the community, just like the pig. On behalf of our program, we would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year.". The hams will be distributed in the parking lot directly in front of the Football Training Facility (East Side of Jones ATium) beginning at 1p. (Texastech.com)
Football Team to Be Honored at Lady Raider Game Against Arizona State Dec 11, 2007
LUBBOCK, Texas - The Texas Tech women's basketball team will recognize members of the Texas Tech football team during its game against Arizona State on Thurs. Dec. 13. (Texastech.com)
Miller visiting two, maybe three Dec 11, 2007
It's been said before that possibly one of the weakest links to this Texas Tech football program is the defensive tackle position. The Red Raiders would like to get immediate help in the form of Butler DL Swanson Miller. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
A Hot, Yet Secure Commodity Dec 10, 2007
These are trying times for Texas Tech football fans. And they are trying times year after year after year. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Crabtree Gains Consensus All-America Status Dec 8, 2007
LUBBOCK, Texas - name is quickly becoming synonymous with some of the greats in Texas Tech Football history. With his inclusion in The Sporting News' All-America team Friday, the freshman receiver and recent Biletnikoff Award winner joins a list of Red Raider who's who that has received "consensus" All-America status. (Texastech.com)
PGA Tour to begin drug testing in July Nov 14, 2007
colleges Big 12 whistles Leach for criticism Texas Tech football coach Mike Leach was fined a Big 12-record $10,000 for his harsh criticism of game officials following Saturday's 59-43 loss to Texas. Leach was reprimanded and put on notice that "any future such behavior will result in a more serious penalty, including a possible suspension," the conference said in a release. (Boston Globe)
A thirst for first Nov 6, 2007
Former Midland Lee and Texas Tech football head coach Spike Dykes had a saying about victories that were something less than picturesque. "Old ugly's better than ol' nuthin'.". (Pearland Journal, TX)
Sluggish Oilers nip Creek, grab District 24-5A lead Nov 2, 2007
com 10/25/2007 Former Midland Lee and Texas Tech football head coach Spike Dykes had a saying about victories that were something less than picturesque. "Old ugly's better than ol' nuthin'.". (Friendswood Journal, TX)
Fehoko was born to play Oct 31, 2007
This week we'll take a look at Fehoko in a two-part series and we'll also let you understand why so many surrounding the Texas Tech football program are excited about Fehoko. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Instant Analysis: Tech @ Missouri Oct 21, 2007
The Texas Tech football team comes into today's match-up with # 16 Missouri with a lot on the line. Much of what Tech hopes to accomplish this year will be that much closer with a win today, while a loss would deal a severe blow to their hopes. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Red Raiders Preparing For Top 25 Showdown In Columbia Oct 18, 2007
CRABTREE AMONG SEASON SCORING LEADERS Throughout the history of Texas Tech football, only eight players have eclipsed 100 points in a season, including current WR , who leads the nation in scoring. With his fourth-quarter TD reception against Iowa State, Crabtree pushed his season point total to 102 (17 TDs). (Texastech.com)
Blog: Views From the 51-Yard Line Oct 3, 2007
For those of you who don't follow Texas Tech football (and shame on you who don't), redshirt freshman receiver Michael Crabtree broke the school's single-season touchdown reception record in just his fifth career game last Saturday. Crabtree bow has 14 TD catches already this season to go with 60 catches and 920 yards. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Texas Tech, Texas A&M Selected for ABC Oct 2, 2007
LUBBOCK, Texas - Texas Tech Football will make its fourth television appearance of the season when it faces Texas A:30 p.m. CT Sat. Oct. 13, on ABC, the Big 12 Conference announced Monday. (Texastech.com)
Sunday With Guy No. 5 Oct 1, 2007
Baylor University Bears - Official Athletic Site. Bears Move On To Colorado After A. (Baylorbears.com)
Red Raiders Face Final Non-Conference Task Sep 28, 2007
ON THIS DATE IN TEXAS TECH FOOTBALL HISTORY Texas Tech played its first Sept. 29 game in 1928, facing Schreiner University from San Antonio. The Red Raiders won 7-0 to claim its first win in the series, after the two teams played to a 0-0 tie two years earlier. (Texastech.com)
Baylor-Colorado Football Game Time Set Sep 26, 2007
Baylor University Bears - Official Athletic Site. Bears To Clash At 6:05 p.m. On Oct. 6. (Baylorbears.com)
Instant Analysis: Tech @ Oklahoma State Sep 23, 2007
The Texas Tech football team opens their conference season today in Stillwater, OK. Can this embattled Oklahoma State team overcome their recent struggles to give this new rivalry some additional juice. Time will tell, but for now, RedRaiderSports. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Instant Analysis: Tech vs. Rice Sep 16, 2007
The Texas Tech football team squares off this afternoon in a televised match-up with former SWC rival Rice University. Can the Owls overcome their recent struggles to give this old rivalry a new jolt of life. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Gone Hollywood: Q&A with Former Texas Tech Football Player and Current Actor/Stuntman Sep 15, 2007
Gone Hollywood: Q Former Texas Tech Football Player and Current Actor/Stuntman :: Catching up with Joe Norman, former Red Raider and current cast member of The Game Plan ... Gone Hollywood: Q Former Texas Tech Football Player and Current Actor/Stuntman Catching up with Joe Norman, former Red Raider and current cast member of The Game Plan ... We got a chance to catch up with , former Texas Tech football player and current cast member of Disney's The Game Plan. (Texastech.com)
The 2007 season is almost here! Aug 24, 2007
The Annual Kickoff Luncheon on Thursday afternoon was just a reminder that the 2007 Texas Tech football season is right around the corner. Hosted by the radio voice of the Red Raiders, Brian Jensen, the luncheon also included Chancelor Kent Hance, Athletic Director Gerald Myers, and of course, Tech Head Coach Mike Leach. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Fall Camp storylines revisited Aug 23, 2007
Just prior to the commencement of summer workouts I wrote an article addressing what I considered to be five of the more intriguing and important storylines associated with the Texas Tech football team. Now that the media has been barred from practice as the Red Raiders go into secretive, game-preparation mode, it would seem worthwhile to look back upon those storylines in order to see if any attendant questions have been answered, and if so, in what way. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Texas Tech Football Elects Captains Aug 21, 2007
Football - Texas Tech Red Raiders :: The Official Athletic Site. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Texas Tech Head Football Coach announced the team captains for the 2007 season Monday evening, shortly following the tabulations of a team vote during the group's nightly meeting. (Texastech.com)
Annual Kickoff Luncheon Set Aug 15, 2007
Head Coach will highlight the event and members of the Texas Tech Football team will be in attendance. Brian Jensen will emcee the luncheon. (Texastech.com)
The Storylines Aug 10, 2007
The Texas Tech football camp is no exception to the rule, and that's just as it should be. The excitement and the optimism, however, cannot nor should not obscure the fact that the Red Raiders are a very young, inexperienced, and in many areas, unproven football team. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Top 5 Questions of 2007 Aug 7, 2007
RaiderPower breaks down the top 5 questions as the Texas Tech football team officially begins preparations for the upcoming season. 5. (RaiderPower.com)
Texas Tech Football Reports for Duty Aug 7, 2007
LUBBOCK, Texas - The Texas Tech football coaching staff welcomed 105 players Monday as newcomers and varsity returnees reported for the start of preseason training camp. Among the group were 85 scholarship players and 20 walk-ons. (Texastech.com)
Reed is a Special Teams whiz! Aug 3, 2007
The Texas Tech football program has had numerous illustrious return men and in its modern history. In the 70s there was a guy by the name of Lawrence Williams. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Slay comparisons valid? Jul 19, 2007
Only two short seasons ago the hardest hitter--by near unanimous consent I dare say--in Texas Tech football history graduated. Strong safety Dwayne Slay, who played only two seasons for the Red Raiders and started one, made quite an impression in that brief span. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Options are numerous Jul 9, 2007
Perhaps the greatest irony currently associated with the Texas Tech football team is that the squad's greatest depth is at running back. At Auburn, Ohio State, Southern Cal or Penn State, that would scarcely raise an eyebrow. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
New defensive graduate assistant in town Jul 2, 2007
Find out which recent graduate and Red Raider fan favorite will be now be taking more of a coaching role with the Texas Tech football program. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Simmons: some opinions are misguided Jun 26, 2007
Over the years, Texas Tech football fans have complained long and loudly and to anybody who would listen that the Red Raiders don't get the respect they are due. Dennis Simmons is clearly comfortable with what he and Mike Leach's staff have accomplished, but is equally vexed that those accomplishments have so far not translated into newfound respect. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Photos: Moving Day May 31, 2007
In this exclusive photo gallery, we feature over 20 pictures of the newest addition the to the Texas Tech football program. Who worked out the hardest in the off-season. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Six Red Raiders Added to NFL Rosters May 25, 2007
Posted May 24, 2007 Six former Texas Tech football players have now signed free agent contracts with franchises in the National Football League. They join the three players Manny Ramirez, Joel Filani and Keyunta Dawson that were selected during the NFL Draft. (RaiderPower.com)
So the fireworks start AFTER spring practice Apr 26, 2007
Texas Tech football workouts in March and April were noteworthy more for their smoothness and lack of major breaking stories than anything else. Shoot, the wild and kooky weather was just as remarkable as anything that occurred on the practice field. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tech Football Accepting Fantasy Camp Applications Apr 14, 2007
LUBBOCK, Texas - Texas Tech Football will hold its second annual Mike Leach-ASCO Fantasy Football Camp on August 3-4 at the Tech Football Training Facility and Jones ATium. The camp is geared toward giving its attendees an insight into the world of Texas Tech Football ... Camp attendees will participate in drills at Jones ATium and leave the camp with a complete understanding of how the Texas Tech Football program works. (Texastech.com)
Sign up now! Apr 13, 2007
Texas Tech Football will hold its second annual Mike Leach-ASCO Fantasy Football Camp on August 3-4 at the Tech Football Training Facility and Jones ATium. The camp is geared toward giving its attendees an insight into the world of Texas Tech Football. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tailgate at the Spring Game! Apr 5, 2007
The hour-long session will be conducted by members of the Texas Tech football team. Interested participants can check-in at the stadium at the southeast ramp just prior to the start of the clinic. (Texastech.com)
Got your back! Apr 3, 2007
For the first time in four years, the Texas Tech football program has begun spring practice without a legitimate battle for the starting quarterback spot. Junior Graham Harrell has a stranglehold on the position and has put in a near-flawless performance so far this spring. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
The 2007 Contenders: Groza/Ray Guy Awards Mar 28, 2007
That's what Texas Tech football coach did last week when he placed an ad in the Daily Toreador, Tech's student newspaper. Leach was in search of a punter after injuries and defections left the Red Raiders without one this spring. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Back to the Woodlands? Mar 15, 2007
The Texas Tech football program has lately made a habit out of recruiting from The Woodlands. With three former Woodlands standouts on the Red Raiders roster, why not go back for more. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Thomas has a solid backer Mar 11, 2007
Texas Tech football coach Mike Leach was convinced the soccer background made Welker a better football player. "It's sort of cool for football coaches to bash soccer, but it helped him in the sense he has such good coordination on both sides of his body," said Leach. (Boston Globe)
You\'re hired? Feb 17, 2007
BREAKING NEWS: According to sources within the Texas Tech football program ead coach Mike Leach has filled the role of outside receivers coach. The position was vacated prior to the Insight Bowl by Sonny Dykes who left for Arizona to be the offensive coordinator. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
What's next at RedRaiderSports.com? Feb 9, 2007
Hopefully, the momentum of a great season on the field will galvanize Red Raider recruiting efforts, and we will have a galaxy of high school luminaries to discuss in connection with Texas Tech football. And speaking of on-field performance, that is what it all boils down to, is it not. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Spring Football Practice Schedule Jan 25, 2007
Posted Jan 24, 2007 Texas Tech Football will begin preparations for the 2006 season March 21 when it conducts its annual spring drills on the practice fields at the Football Training Facility ... LUBBOCK, Texas - Texas Tech Football will begin preparations for the 2006 season March 21 when it conducts its annual spring drills on the practice fields at the Football Training Facility. (RaiderPower.com)
Leach makes a hire Jan 13, 2007
Jack Bicknell Jr., former head coach at Louisiana Tech University, has been tabbed by Texas Tech Football Coach Mike Leach to coach the Red Raider offensive line. Bicknell replaces Bill Bedenbaugh, who left the program to pursue a similar position at the University of Arizona. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
