In a Land of Football, UT Hockey Team Makes Its Own Way

The University of Texas’ hockey team is far from a powerhouse like many of the school’s other athletic programs, but it’s part of a growing hockey scene in Texas.

Boxing Program Builds Warriors

A boxing program in East Austin helps youth get in shape and stay in touch with the community.

Remembering Darrell Royal at the Stadium Bearing His Name

Three days after Royal’s death, the coach was honored by the team, the band and fans young and old during the Longhorns’ victory over Iowa State.

An Interview With Darrell Royal

A video of Darrell Royal, shot in late April and early May, revealed the toll that Alzheimer’s had taken but also showed that he still possessed some of his famous wit.

Tributes Continue for Darrell Royal

Images of Darrell Royal, as well as more obituaries and tributes for the Texas football coach.

Legendary Coach Darrell K Royal Dies

Darrell K Royal, who was 88, put University of Texas football on the national map during his 20 years as the Longhorn coach.

‘Big Nasty’ Dishes on Women’s Roller Derby

Jen Wireman is a 28-year old bartender from Waco, Texas. She came to Austin about eight years ago and after discovering the Texas Women’s Roller Derby just several years ago, she’s completely hooked.

Into the Stands: How Safe is Pro Baseball?

Despite the recent death of a spectator struck by a foul ball at a professional baseball game — only the third death of its kind — Major League Baseball says it cannot implement league-wide safety regulations. At least one study shows fans may not be all that safe at games.

New Water Sport Rides Wave of Popularity

With the Colorado River bisecting Austin and feeding three major lakes, the Capital City is a better than even bet for folks wanting to launch a new water sports business. The newest of those is unusual in a number of ways.

The Ultimate Sport … Ultimate Frisbee

One University of Texas athletic team is so good that it routinely makes it to the national championship tournament and opponents around the country know the UT squad by name. And you’ve likely never heard of it. Join team member and journalism student Ryland Barton as he introduces us to both the history and intensity that is Ultimate Frisbee.

Sports Talk – Mike Leach & Texas Tech

Colin, Travis and Eric talk with writer Sam Gwynne about his Texas Monthly article on fired Texas Tech head football coach Mike Leach and the troubles at Tech. Gwynne talked with Leach shortly before he was fired, then followed up for his latest article. Hear his unique perspective and the inside story in this podcast.

Olympic Gold Key to Opening Kitchen Doors

Olympic swimmer Garrett Weber-Gale helped Michael Phelps make history in Beijing in 2008. Now he’s learning that Olympic gold unlocks some of the best kitchens in the world.

UT Women Tackle Texas State in Rugby

Mud, sweat and tears… some University of Texas athletes play rough on the rugby field, with the blood and bandages to prove it. Reporting Texas photojournalist Susie Reineke spent a day with these women on an outing to Texas State University, where the Longhorns won big. Check out what she captured, here.

Byrne Gives Celebrity Boost to Austin Cycling

Austin’s Paramount Theatre hosted Talking Heads frontman David Byrne, and a crowd filed in to watch the show. But Byrne wasn’t there to perform; he was singing the praises of bicycling and earning plenty of attention from fellow cyclists who wheeled in to learn more.