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Alexandra Carreno
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Students get back on saddle with Texas equestrian club
May 6, 2011
For neurobiology junior Ethan Galis, the prospect of giving up his passion for riding horses upon attending college was difficult to imagine.
Reed wants a shot at current national champions
May 5, 2011
For Cokie Reed, watching the Texas A&M women’s basketball squad win this year’s NCAA Championships brought back a feeling she has known since she begun her athletic career — competitiveness.
Horns season ends with another close defeat
March 21, 2011
It’s back to the drawing board for the Texas women, who now have the entire offseason to reminisce about a season marked by the occasional triumph and more common disappointment.
Horns season ends with another close defeat
March 21, 2011
It’s back to the drawing board for the Texas women, who now have the entire offseason to reminisce about a season marked by the occasional triumph and more common disappointment.
After a mediocre season, does Texas deserve to dance?
March 11, 2011
The Daily Texan womens’ basketball beat writers debate whether or not the Longhorns’ 19-13 season merits a ticket to the NCAA tournament.
Horns fall to Texas A&M in conference quarterfinals
March 10, 2011
In what was their last chance to prove their worth to the NCAA selection committee, the Longhorns couldn’t make it past the quarterfinals of the Big 12 Championships, as they fell to a well-rested Aggie squad 77 to 50 Wednesday night.
Longhorns face must-win situation tonight
March 8, 2011
For Texas head coach Gail Goestenkors, finishing the regular season off strong was the ultimate goal.
Big 12 season ends with one-point loss at Oklahoma State
March 7, 2011
In a season marked by ups and downs, the Longhorns’ hopes of finishing off their regular season on a high note were dashed as they lost 68-67 in a nail-biting comeback effort at Oklahoma State on Saturday.
Women's basketball: Texas falls to 6-6 in conference play
February 20, 2011
Poor shooting and excessive turnovers plagued Texas Saturday night as the team lost to 14th-ranked Oklahoma 91-62.
Anderson brings energy, scoring punch down the stretch
February 16, 2011
After a tough loss against Baylor last Saturday, the Longhorns (17-8, 6-5 Big 12) knew they needed to get back on track.
Horns look to start new streak tonight against Nebraska
February 15, 2011
Texas is looking to rebound after its five-game win streak was snapped in a blowout loss to Baylor on Saturday.
Texas takes streak to Waco against Bears
February 11, 2011
Compare the Longhorns’ play this month to that of last month and it will seem as if something doesn’t really add up. But don’t be fooled by Texas, the current holder of a five-game conference winning streak. It did start Big 12 play at 0-4.
Young guard leads Horns into tough road stretch
February 9, 2011
To cope with this season’s struggles, Texas has compartmentalized its schedule into smaller segments to avoid looking too far ahead.
Rebounds, ball control crucial in win
February 7, 2011
For Texas, rebounding consistently has been a struggle. But Saturday, the Longhorns (15-7, 4-4 Big 12) won the rebound battle against Kansas, doing so for the first time since their mid-January loss to Oklahoma.
Longhorns win third straight behind Fussell
January 31, 2011
It took the Longhorns a few games to get into a rhythm, but Sunday’s 67-50 win over Colorado marked their third consecutive win against a Big 12 opponent.
Return of fifth-year senior welcome addition to team
January 28, 2011
Kristen Nash has some unfinished business with the Longhorns.
Longhorns rack up boards, earn second conference win
January 27, 2011
The Longhorns ventured into hostile Red Raider territory Wednesday night and handed Texas Tech its first home loss of the season, 75-67, thanks to a strong rebounding effort.
Fussell sparks first Big 12 win despite shaky second half
January 24, 2011
Lady Longhorns feel the heat, look to climb out of slump
January 21, 2011
In the midst of a four-game skid, the Longhorns have every right to be frustrated.
Texas looks to win first Big 12 match, eliminate turnovers
January 19, 2011
Horns look to end turnover woes
December 8, 2010
The last two games have been tough losses for No. 21 Texas. Returning to the Frank Erwin Center today for a two-game home stand could be just the remedy needed for an ailing Longhorns squad.
Intense film study to help fix errors against Spartans
December 3, 2010
After a tough loss on Sunday against Stanford, No. 17 Texas (4-1) is ready to rebound
Stanford too strong for young Longhorns
November 28, 2010
Only five games into their season, the No. 16 Longhorns continue to use every game as a stepping stone from the previous one.
Freshman Fussell in starting lineup, shining with Texas
November 24, 2010
While the women’s basketball team may be a youthful squad, recent wins have proved that confidence and youth can go hand-in-hand.
Fifth-year retires racquet for hoops
November 19, 2010
Sarah Lancaster may be a fresh face to the women’s basketball squad, but she lacks no experience in representing the Longhorns on the athletic stage.
Bass leads Horns off bench in blowout
November 17, 2010
After last Friday’s season opener, Texas head coach Gail Goestenkors made her needs clear.
Texas looks to sprint past opponents
November 16, 2010
Forced to readjust in the off-season, the speedy offense has proven key to Texas. But confirming they’re capable of adapting to the speedy offense comes with the need for a defensive mindset as well.
Season opener tests resilience
November 12, 2010
Resilience. It is a quality the Longhorns have learned to identify themselves with in this year’s off-season, and with this resilience, the team has grown closer and stronger.
Well-conditioned team intends to run and gun
November 8, 2010
Head coach Gail Goestenkors understands what it takes to be creative. With the loss of players to both graduation and injury this season, Goestenkors and her players have readjusted where necessary, and above all else, learned to cope.
Giants take World Series lead at home
October 28, 2010
The beer was flowing and the chips and queso were plentiful. Rangers faithful came out by the dozens Wednesday night to cheer for their team in game one of the World Series, which Texas lost 11-7 to San Francisco.
Rowing team looks to improve despite winning spring season
October 8, 2010
Texas rowing is gliding into their fall season on the heels of a spring filled with wins. But they feel like they could do better.
Sooners return injured players
October 6, 2010
Coming off its win over Texas, No. 6 Oklahoma is readily welcoming a bye week.
Longhorns share court, wins
March 22, 2010
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