By Fernando Cruz The Texas Tech Men’s Rugby team has a rich history, but the COVID-19 pandemic nearly put an end to that. The on-campus student club sport is starting to revamp after being ripped apart by the pandemic. This year was a rebuilding year for the group. With many newcomers and few returners, it […]
The Highlights Hub 3-2: Big 12 Champs, Basketball updates, Baseball/Softball check-ins.
March 2, 2024 by
The third edition of The Highlights Hub hosted by Nano Cruz includes Tech men’s and women’s basketball updates, Tech baseball and softball check-ins, along with and update men’s and women’s indoor track Big 12 championships. This episode ends with a look at Texas Tech Tennis.
The Highlights Hub 2-24: Stats, Smoochin’ and Stars
February 24, 2024 by
The second edition of The Highlights Hub hosted by Nano Cruz includes Texas Tech men’s and women’s basketball updates, Tech baseball and softball previews and check-ins. This, along with a Super Bowl recap, what happened with Travis and Taylor, and an introduction to NBA All-Star Weekend. The Celebrity All-Star Game, Rising Stars Challenge, Skills Challenge, […]
The Highlights Hub: 2-10
February 10, 2024 by
This inaugural edition of The Highlights Hub hosted by our own Nano Cruz features insight and previews on Texas Tech’s 2024 Football recruiting class, Tech Men’s and Women’s Basketball, previews of the Baseball and Softball seasons, a look at an exclusive interview with Rangers third baseman Josh Jung, an NBA season update and predictions for […]
Eating disorders erode collegiate athletes’ minds, bodies
May 1, 2023 by
By Natalee Gomez Eating disorders prevalence is 2.8 percentage points higher among self-identified athletes than non-athletes according to data published by the National Eating Disorders Association. With constant monitoring of their bodies, athletes are prepped to be the most efficient contenders in their sports. This, however, can lead to nutrition practices detrimental to their well-being. […]
Specializing in Smiles: Special Olympics brings joy to West Texas through sports
April 26, 2019 by
In February, Special Olympics athletes and volunteers gathered at Frenship High School in Wolfforth as the organization held their annual basketball tournament. According to the Special Olympics website, the organization is considered the world’s largest non-profit sports organization as it has offices across the nation, including one here in Lubbock. Offering various sports and activities, […]
Tyson to Texas: Lubbock boxing legend returns to his roots
October 24, 2018 by
Editor’s Note: This story chronicles some of the career and life of famed professional boxer Orlin Norris. The story is split into sections about his fight against Mike Tyson in 1999, the ensuing court battle, the history of his career, life after professional boxing, and as an owner/operator of a local boxing facility. Fight Night […]
Not the First Time: Social Protesting in Sports
October 27, 2017 by
By Billy Ingle Currently in the National Football League, there are many players and coaches that have decided to join the social protest of taking a knee during the national anthem. There has been debate whether the protest is disrespectful or justified, what is not up for debate is how sports have been a useful […]
Athletic Fees Could Increase To Improve Game Day
October 8, 2017 by
A proposal to raise the athletic tuition fee for Texas Tech students could make its way onto billing statements as soon as Fall 2018. The Student Athletic Fee Committee, comprised of five students and four administrative staff members, are discussing a future increase of the fee $12.80, from $57.20 to $70 per semester. Since becoming […]
Tuning into Tech Sports Media
March 26, 2017 by
For fans of sports, there are countless places to go for sports coverage, news and commentary. But, often times, people do not realize how many outlets on campus fill this need. From the latest topics in the mainstream sports media to the lesser known sports organizations on campus, these outlets bring it all. Here are […]
