It’s big news season, so here’s this. Beginning on Jan. 1st, I will become a full-time member of Dave Campbell’s Texas Football staff as the sub-FBS and small college basketball insider. I am super excited and ready to go full speed ahead.
UMHB's win tonight is the 5th national title for a Texas school in football in the last 6 years. The Cru won in '16, '18, '21 while Texas A&M-Commerce won in '17 and Sam Houston was national champs in the Spring 2021 season. Yes, football in the state of Texas is THAT good!
Sources indicate UIW is expected to hire UNT co-DC Jim Gush as DC, USC support staff members Conner McQueen as OC/QBs and Austin Woods as OL (Thamel 1st). Cal Offensive QC Kenny Hill as RBs, Florida QC Ty Darlington as TEs ,and Navarro OC/Asst. HC Willis White as WRs.
Big News: Dave Campbell’s Texas Football has confirmed that current New Braunfels Canyon High School head coach Travis Bush will be named the first head coach in UTRGV program history.
JUST IN: MSU head coach Bill Maskill retires after 22 seasons and a 160-71 overall record with the Mustangs. Long-time defensive coordinator Rich Renner has been promoted to head coach.
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Sources have confirmed that Houston Christian will name Jason Bachtel head football coach, with an announcement expected within the next 24 hours. Bachtel was OC for the Huskies last year following a successful three-year stint at Howard Payne.
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DCTF sources have confirmed that Sul Ross State is expected to transition to NCAA Division II and join the Lone Star Conference in 2024.
Included is a look at the future of the ASC.
UTPB establishes itself as a contender for the LSC title and a likely berth in the DII playoffs with their win at Angelo State. It's time for the Falcons to start receiving respect nationally.
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The questionable foul call is one thing. An official initiating contact with a player during an
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tournament game is never acceptable. Tony Obas has too much experience for this bush league move.
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Sources have confirmed that SFA is returning to the Southland Conference for the 2024-2025 academic year, with an official announcement expected on Wednesday. First reported by
@WACHoopsNation
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Texas A&M-Kingsville 72, Lubbock Christian 69 Final
Jake Majors with the 3-pointer and steal on the other end to seal the victory and send the Javelinas to the LSC title game against West Texas A&M at 1 p.m. Sunday.
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Sources have confirmed that Jim Ned head coach Matt Fanning is leaving the Indians to become an assitant at Hardin-Simmons. Fanning led the Indians to the 2020 Class 3A Division I state title and a 58-16 record in six seasons.
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I love Non-FBS football, and I tried to explain why I think all football fans should find a team to follow in a letter. I hope you enjoy.
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UTPB Justin Carrigan said the win over MSU was very important because “Coach Maskill has spent the last few years telling recruits to not go to a new program because you’ll get beat.”
MSU 34, Eastern New Mexico 31 Final
Ritse Vaes 54-yard game-winning FG to send the Mustangs to victory. Easily cleared the crossbar.
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Former Texas A&M and TCU QB Kenny Hill has quickly risen through the coaching ranks. After speaking with him and Coach Killough, it's easy to see why Hill could be the next college head coach in Texas under the age of 30.
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It's truly humbling to see my name alongside some of the best to ever cover the LSC, including the GOAT Nick Gholson, Kale Steed, J. Scott Russell, and Lance Lahnert.
I will never be able to express my true appreciation to everyone that allows me to perform my dream job.
Sources have confirmed that West Texas A&M Director of Athletics Michael McBroom will assume the same position at Stephen F. Austin. WT won nine national championships during McBroom's tenure, which began in 2006.
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Sources confirm Braxton Harris is leaving Houston Christian after one season for Campbell.
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first. Big thanks to
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for ✍️
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Cassie Roche, who starred at TLU to the tune of a career .361 batting average, 79 stolen bases and was a member of the 2019 DIII national championship team, has signed with
@TexasSoftball
as part of the Longhorns 2020 recruiting class.
HCU with its 3rd 3-star commit in the last week. This puts them up to No. 9 on FCS team rankings according to 247. You best start believing in the Huskies. That staff can recruit.
UTPB fans, Kent Kwik is giving away 500 free tickets to Saturday's game at 4 different locations (2 in Midland, 2 in Odessa) from 5-7 p.m. Thursday. Players will be pumping gas and handing out tickets. I can't think of a better price than FREE to witness program history.
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This UMHB team is different. They were trailing 28-17 with 14:11 remaining in regulation and are currently winning 41-28. That's a testament to their mentality.
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UTRGV vice president and director of athletics Chasse Conque and head coach Travis Bush are using the lessons they learned watching Larry Coker build the UTSA football program to give the Vaqueros advantages the Roadrunners never had.
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UTD 78, UMHB 77 Final
The Comets are headed to the NCAA DIII tournament after securing the automatic bid on this shot by Donovan Souter as time expired. An incredible finish to a fantastic game.
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I will be at Apogee Stadium in Denton today to bring you the conclusion of the No. 9
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vs. No. 4
@MWSUFootball
. The game will resume at 2 p.m. with the score tied at 10. Two stadiums, two cities, two days. This rivalry is at new heights.
To say I’m honored is an understatement. I’m grateful for all who make this job possible, including my family, DCTF, SIDs, coaches, players, and fans. I’m still baffled anyone wants to read what I write.
So happy for Pete. It’s an overdue honor for a great man and broadcaster.
This article has a few different layers that could be involved in UMHB moving to FCS, but one thing is certain. UMHB has the facilities and roster needed to compete immediately, according to coaches and industry experts.
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Dave Campbell’s Texas Football has confirmed that Houston Christian will name Braxton Harris its second head coach in program history. Harris previously spent time at Mary Hardin-Baylor, Texas Lutheran, and Howard Payne. First reported by
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Houston Christian finished its 2024 recruiting class with the No. 1 spot in 247Sports FCS rankings. Fantastic job finishing the class by Jason Bachtel and staff.
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From burning my rear on metal seats inside Arlington Stadium while watching some bad teams to burning my rear watching baseball at the most beautiful ballpark ever made, it’s been one helluva ride to watch the Rangers win a World Series.
Ritse Vaes has no warmth in his blood. The
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product nails a game-winning FG to complete
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comeback victory over UTPB. Mustangs improve to 6-1 all-time against the Falcons.
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Here’s video of the incident involving Hirschi and Graham. Game is suspended. The UIL will be consulted on whether the game will be completed at a later date.
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It's time for Sam Houston's administration and alumni to decide whether they're serious about moving to C-USA. It's going to take a full commitment from everyone to make it work. Time will tell if they decide to be serious.
This is one of the best week's of the year as
@crufootball
will play Mount Union Friday night at 6 p.m. in the Stagg Bowl XLVI (national championship) televised on ESPNU. Look for a mega preview of the game along with a ton of coverage Friday from
@dctf
It might not have been the main attraction Saturday in San Antonio, but 3.5 miles from the UTSA-Texas St. contest was a game with national implications and a scene that felt like a movie.
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UT Tyler may be the newest Division II member in the LSC, but they are a school on the rise in all sports. They have great support system, a beautiful facility, and great coaches. This is only the beginning for
@CoachLWilson
and his program.
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MBB |
@uttylermbb
received their first ranking in the NABC Division II National Top 25 Poll and stands as the highest ranked Lone Star Conference representative at no. 22!
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The final score read UTPB 96, Texas College 0.
How did it happen? It's a story about every healthy player suited up receiving playing time for the Falcons, turnovers by the Steers, and 25 players pulled off the bus before departure.
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Houston Christian head coach Braxton Harris laid out a blueprint for his staff. The result is the best recruiting class in program history, anchored by 3-star offensive linemen Rodney Leaks and AJ Salley.
A successful high school head coach with over 200 wins, former Burnet coach Bryan Wood will serve as offensive coordinator at Wayland Baptist next season, sources have confirmed.
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Louis Wilson has resigned as MBB head coach at UT Tyler. Wilson led the Patriots in their transition to DII and to the program's first LSC tournament appearance. This year didn't go as planned for Wilson. However, it's hard to find a better man.
Two-time defending champion
@TXSOTigers
baseball was not going down without a fight as they scored 2 in the 9th and 1 in the 10th to defeat Jackson State 5-4 in the
@theswac
tournament on Wednesday.
UTRGV announced it will leave the WAC and join the Southland on July 1, 2024. This will lessen the athletic department's overall travel to conference competitions by over 25,000 miles.
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The story about how a mid-week doubleheader in early April propelled the
@tluathletics
softball team to an incredible run to the
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national championship trophy. Big thanks to
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for interview and the incredible SID Tim Clark.
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NCAA DII Playoff
Texas A&M Commerce 31
Minnesota State-Mankato 21
Final
TAMUC advances to the National Semifinals next week. NCAA reseeds the teams in the semifinals so the opponent and location is unknown.
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The relationship between
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head coach David Bailiff and
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head coach G.J. Kinne began with a letter. The next chapter in their bond will be forged on Saturday when their teams meet on the gridiron.
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The
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football team earned a big win last Saturday as the team and community continues to heal from tragedy. The Mustangs are the Lone Star Sports Daily NCAA D-II Team of the Week.
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I am so proud of my husband
@CoryHogueSports
. He doesn’t write for the awards but for the love of it. I’m so proud of him. Thank you
@robynehearn
for the picture!
Texas Tech QB Maverick McIvor is transferring to ACU according to
@HEROSports_FCS
. The San Angelo product did not see any action for the Red Raiders. However, this is a great addition for the Wildcats.
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