The Texas Longhorn made more history than any other breed of cattle the world has known. These wiry, intractable beasts were themselves pioneers in a harsh land, moving elementally with drouth, grass, Arctic blizzards, and burning winds. Their story is the bedrock on which the history of the cow country of America is founded. J….
This is a key research book for Longhorn Baseball history Billy Disch and Bibb Falk did not have to hit the road to seduce recruits. The players came to them if they had any professional aspirations. 1911-1939 – Coach Billy Disch Three great Coaches -Disch, Falk, and Gustafson Coach Disch is hired…
David McWilliams- player, assistant coach, Head Coach, and Administrator Coach David McWilliams “The Loyalist” 1987- 1991 Billy Graham says, “When you lose your wealth, you lose nothing. When you lose your health, you lose something. When you lose your character, you lose everything.” David McWilliams proves to be a man with great character. In…
The text and visuals of Jim’s years as a Longhorn tennis player are divided into two parts. Part I discusses the importance of Coach Penick and Coach Allison in building the Longhorn men’s tennis program. Part II’s link is listed at the end of this article and celebrates Coach Snyder’s influence on the Longhorn tennis…
National Champions 1981, 1988, 1995 2022 Logan Eggleston – volleyball player of the year. 2022 National player of the Year Volley Ball 2022 AVCA Player of the Year National Champions 2012 All – American volleyball Sally schlobohm, Demetria Sance, Mira Topic, Sue Schelfhout, Diane Watson All SWC volleyball – Albrecht, Bledsoe, Breitenfield, Carrie Busch, Nikki…
Bobby Knight the Indiana Coach says that Abe Lemons is “ one of the five best basketball minds I have encountered during my time in coaching.” His “great wit and sense of humor “ and his entertaining style have won the hearts of many fans. Abe Lemons is an open book “honest, simple, and direct.”…
Do or Do Not There is no try A special bond at a special time Playing the game for these special moments From Wikipedia AIAW/NCAA Tournament champion1981, 1988, 2012, 2022AIAW/NCAA Tournament runner-up1995, 2009, 2015, 2016, 2020*AIAW/NCAA Tournament semifinal1981, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1995, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020*, 2022 AIAW/NCAA Regional…
Below is the oral history podcast featuring Jody Conradt, the former Head coach of the Longhorn women’s basketball team. The Texas Legacy Sports Network (TLSN) aims to document the history of Horn sports through the “Eyes Of Texas” as told by those who have built the Longhorn brand. Coach Conradt’s influence extended far beyond basketball….
In 1974 after the Horns beats the Aggies again, Ed Simonini saw very little good in the Longhorn team. He said, “Earl Campbell was the only guy I’d shake hands with because he’s the only one I think is a man-coaches included.” Marty Akins admitted bantering with Ed during the game. . Marty said, “he…
Texas Women’s basketball National Honors Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame: Class of 2013 – Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Annette Smith – HOH 2002, Women’s Hall of Fame 2013 and Jersey retired 2022 Women’s Basketball to retire Annette Smith-Knight’s No. 15 jersey Nov. 27 Played at the University of Texas from 1981-1986, finishing her career…