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Lydia Jacoby competes in the 100-meter breaststroke semifinals Sunday, June 16, 2024, during the second day of competition for the U.S. Olympic Team Swimming Trials at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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Texas Swimmer Lydia Jacoby Forgoes Collegiate Eligibility

When swimmer Lydia Jacoby committed to Texas, she was just a top talent from Alaska without worldwide recognition. Jacoby's life turned upside down when she qua

Fans watch the Texas Longhorns take on UTSA in a scrimmage volleyball match at Gregory Gym on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024 in Austin.

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Former Texas Volleyball Player Pilar Victoria Passes Away at Age 28

Pilar Victoria was found dead in her apartment in Bursa, Turkey.

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Texas Volleyball Star Madisen Skinner Signs First-Ever NIL Deal with H-E-B

The three time national champion became H-E-B's first ever NIL deal.

Texas Longhorns middle blocker Ayden Ames (5) and outside hitter Jenna Wenaas (13) block a spike during the scrimmage volleyball match against UTSA at Gregory Gym on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024 in Austin.

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Longhorn Network Releases First Episode of 'We Are Texas' Documentary

The first out of three episodes is available for free on the new Longhorn Network platform.

Nov 23, 2007; College Station, TX, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Colt McCoy (12) throws a pass against the Texas A&M Aggies in the first quarter at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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Lonestar Showdown Rivalry Gets New Title Sponsor

The Lonestar Showdown rivalry received a sponsor, per a joint announcement from both schools

THe Texas Longhorns huddle during a timeout in the scrimmage volleyball match against UTSA at Gregory Gym on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024 in Austin.

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Texas Volleyball Ranked No. 1 In First AVCA Coaches Poll

With a successful end to 2023 and a solid off-season, Texas volleyball starts the 2024 season on top of the rankings.

Texas Longhorns forward Chloe Shimkin (7) attempts to get around defense from Houston Cougars defender Talia Feigin (20) in the second half of the Longhorn's season opener against the Houston Cougars, Aug. 15, 2024 at Mike A. Meyers Stadium and Soccer Field in Austin, Texas. Texas won the game 1-0.

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Texas SEC Era Kicks Off With Soccer Win

A clean sheet from Mia Justus and a goal from Lexi Missimo: Texas soccer is back like it never left.

Jul 30, 2024; Nanterre, France; Luke Hobson (USA), Carson Foster (USA), Drew Kibler (USA) and Kieran Smith (USA) in the men’s 4 x 200-meter freestyle relay medal ceremony during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Paris La Défense Arena. Mandatory Credit: Grace Hollars-USA TODAY Sports

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Who Are The Texas Longhorns That Medaled in The Paris Olympics?

Texas stars accounted for 16 medals in the Summer Olympics.

Sep 28, 2023; Austin, Texas, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers forward Jordyn Wilson (11) and Texas Longhorns defender Lauren Lapomarda (25) battle for the ball during the match at Mike A. Myers Stadium and Soccer Field in Austin, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports

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Texas Soccer Season Kicks off In Four Days, Here's What to Expect

The Big 12 champions are confident in SEC success.

Aug 4, 2024; Paris, FRANCE; Silver medalist Leo Neugebauer (GER) celebrates during the medal ceremony for the decathlon during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Stade de France. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

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Leo Neugebauer Gets Silver in Olympic Decathlon

The former Texas track and field star was one of three Longhorns to medal in Olympic athletics.

Aug 4, 2024; Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, France; Scottie Scheffler on no. 1 during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Le Golf National. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-USA TODAY Sports

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Former Texas Longhorns Golfer Scottie Scheffler Wins Olympic Gold In Wild Finish

Scottie Scheffler shoots 62 on Sunday to complete comeback in Paris,

Jun 10, 2023; Austin, TX, USA; Julien Alfred of Texas celebrates after winning the women's 200m in a wind-aided 21.73 during the NCAA Track & Field Championships at Mike A. Myers Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

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Texas Track and Field Standout Julien Alfred Wins First Ever Gold for St. Lucia

The 23-year-old Texas Longhorn made Olympic history for her country of St. Lucia by winning gold in the 100-meter sprint.

Aug 3, 2024; Paris, FRANCE; Ryan Crouser (USA) celebrates winning the gold medal in the men's shot put during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Stade de France. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-USA TODAY Sports

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Texas Ex Ryan Crouser Clinches Third Olympic Gold Medal

Ryan Crouser did the unprecedented in the Paris Olympics

Jul 30, 2024; Vaires-sur-Marne, France; Emily Kallfelz, Kelsey Reelick, Daisy Mazzio-Manson, and Kate Knifton of the Unites States compete in womenís quadruple sculls during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sarah Phipps-USA TODAY Sports

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Texas Rowing Duo Misses Out on Olympic Podium

Kate Knifton and Daisy Mazzio-Manson went from NCAA National Champions to Olympians together.

Team USA swimmer Carson Foster practices at Lee & Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center on June 28, 2024.

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Longhorns Olympians Busy in Day Two of the Paris Games

Texas fans will have plenty to cheer on in the second day of the Olympic Games.

Aaron Shackell slaps the water after winning a 200-meter freestyle semifinals swim-off Sunday, June 16, 2024, during the second day of competition for the U.S. Olympic Team Swimming Trials at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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Aaron Shackell, Caspar Corbeau Kick Off Olympic Games for the Longhorns

Two Longhorn swimmers started their Olympic journey in the first day of the tournament.

Jul 19, 2023; Nashville, TN, USA; SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey speaks at the podium during SEC Media Day at the Grand Hyatt. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

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'Focused on Our 16': Commissioner Greg Sankey Debunks Further SEC Expansion Rumors

Despite rumors to the contrary, SEC commissioner Greg Sankey believes the conference is content with its 16 members.

Mar 29, 2024; Portland, OR, USA; Texas Longhorns forward Madison Booker (35) looks to pass during the second half against Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Esther Little (0) and guard Kaylynne Truong (14) in the semifinals of the Portland Regional of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at the Moda Center at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports

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Texas Wins Third Consecutive Women’s Capital One Cup

Since 2021, Texas hasn’t had its hands off the trophy.

Jun 6, 2024; Eugene, OR, USA; Leo Neugebauer of Texas takes the Decathlon title at Hayward Field. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-USA TODAY Sports

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37 Current and Former Texas Longhorns Set to Compete in 2024 Paris Olympics

A combination of 30 athletes and seven coaches affiliated with the University of Texas will represent a variety of countries and sports programs in this summer's games.

Jul 9, 2024; London, United Kingdom; Lulu Sun of New Zealand reacts to a point during her match against Donna Vekic of Croatia (not shown) on day nine of The Championships at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports

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Texas Longhorns Ex Lulu Sun Falls in Wimbledon Quarter-Finals

Austin is still in Lulu Sun's heart after her historic Wimbledon run.

Lulu Sun of Switzerland reaches for a backhand return during her opening round loss to Taylor Townsend of the United States, in the Thoreau Tennis Open, Monday, August 8, 2022.

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Former Texas Tennis Star Lulu Sun Reaches Wimbledon Quarter Finals

Texas Longhorns Tennis Star Lulu Sun defeated Emma Raducanu in Round 16 of the Wimbledon tournament to advance to the quarterfinals for the first time in her career.

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Texas Ex Lulu Sun Makes New Zealand Tennis History

The Swiss-Kiwi star became only the second New Zealander to make it to Wimbledon's fourth round.

Mar 23, 2022; Atlanta, GA, USA; Texas Longhorns swimmer Caspar Corbeau swims in the 200-yard medley relay at the NCAA Mens Swimming & Diving Championships at McAuley Aquatic Center. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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Four Texas International Swimmers Are Paris Bound

These four Longhorns will be representing the program in different colors.

Jul 17, 2023; Nashville, TN, USA; SEC commissioner Greg Sankey talks with the media during SEC Media Days at Grand Hyatt. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports

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Commissioner Greg Sankey Recalls Decision to Bring Texas & Oklahoma to SEC

Sankey explained his decision in extending an offer to both universities and how the two athletic programs met the "excitement" standards set by the conference.