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Texas Tech Women’s Basketball Sits Third in Big 12 Standings Amid Recent Slump

In the high-stakes theater of Big 12 women’s basketball, perspective matters as much as performance. For Texas Tech, the past two weeks have tested resolve, rhythm, and resilience.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / February 1

Texas Tech Indoor Track and Field Wraps Up Razorback Invite, Eyes Albuquerque Next

Momentum is everything in indoor track and field! And the team, the Texas Tech Red Raiders, is riding a wave after a weekend of standout performances at the Razorback Invite.

No. 21 Texas Tech Women’s Basketball Welcomes TCU With Series Edge on the Line

The Big 12 spotlight returns to Lubbock this Sunday, and United Supermarkets Arena is ready for a statement afternoon. No. 21 Texas Tech women’s basketball will host No.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / January 31

Big 12 Refs are Getting Roasted Again for Texas Tech vs. UCF Ending

Unfortunately, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to defend the actions of Big 12 officiating crews, and on Saturday, another mark went against the crew for calling a pointless late-game foul.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 31

UCF’s Physicality, and Clean Play Hand Texas Tech a Costly Road Loss

In an important Big 12 matchup that came down to the wire, UCF led for nearly the entirety of the game and was able to escape with a home win against a hot Red Raiders team.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 31

Depth of Big 12 on display in UCF win over No. 11 Texas Tech

Depth of Big 12 on display in UCF's resume-building win over No. 11 Texas Tech

The Big 12 conference has proven to be one of the deepest in the country all season, and Saturday was the latest example why.

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournament appearances' quiz

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 30

Malachi Snow Collects Big 12 Athlete of the Week Honor for Texas Tech

Momentum continues to build for Texas Tech track and field, and Malachi Snow is right at the center of it. As the indoor season gains speed and attention shifts toward Fayetteville, Arkansas, the Red Raiders arrive with national buzz and individual accolades to match.

Bailey Maupin’s Efficient Night Not Enough as Texas Tech Stumbles vs Iowa State

Wednesday night inside United Supermarkets Arena proved to be a frustrating one for the Texas Tech Lady Raiders. They dropped an 84–70 decision to the Iowa State Cyclones.

Rob Greene News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 30

Rob Greene Elevated to Co-Defensive Coordinator at Texas Tech Football

Texas Tech football is making waves off the field as head coach Joey McGuire announced a significant promotion Tuesday. They elevated safeties coach Rob Greene to co-defensive coordinator.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 30

Texas Tech Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Both Ranked Top 6 in USTFCCCA Poll

The national spotlight has landed firmly on the South Plains, and Texas Tech track and field is embracing it. In the season’s first USTFCCCA Track and Field Rating Index released Tuesday afternoon, both Red Raider programs earned elite recognition.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 30

Texas Tech LB Jacob Rodriguez Impresses on Day 2 of 2026 Senior Bowl

As the NFL continues shifting toward defenses built on versatility and mental sharpness. Size and raw explosiveness still matter, but decision-making, anticipation, and ball skills now separate prospects on draft boards.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Softball On SI / January 29

Texas Tech Softball's Gerry Glasco Details Timeline of The Matador Club's Involvement in Landmark NIL Deals

Texas Tech athletics have been competitive in the Big 12 across all sports over the years, but once NIL and the transfer portal became a thing, the Red Raiders have become a national contender.

Lee Hunter 2026 NFL draft prospect profile, grades, rank, measurements

Texas Tech fielded one of the more ferocious defensive fronts in college football in the 2025 season. Defensive tackle Lee Hunter was the anchor in the middle of the front that had David Bailey and Romello Height rushing from the edges.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 29

Big 12 Preseason Poll Marks Historic Moment for Texas Tech Softball

The Texas Tech softball program is kicking off the 2026 season in historic fashion. For the first time in program history, the Red Raiders sit atop the Big 12 Preseason Poll and earned all 10 possible votes, the league announced on Thursday.

Texas Tech’s Sidney Love Delivers Standout Night vs Iowa State

The margin for error in the Big 12 is razor-thin, and the Texas Tech Lady Raiders are feeling it in real time. Following a difficult stretch in which the team has dropped three of its last four contests, the urgency to find a reliable offensive spark has reached a season-high point.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 29

Cole Wisniewski Gives Texas Tech Presence at 2026 East-West Shrine Bowl

The road to the NFL increasingly runs through Frisco, Texas. Now in 2026, Texas Tech will once again have a strong voice in the conversation. The Red Raiders are set to be well represented at the East-West Shrine Bowl, one of college football’s premier pre-draft showcases.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / January 28

Texas Tech Dominates 2026 Preseason Big 12 Softball Team

Stop me if you’ve heard this before: Texas Tech has built another incredible roster in a major Big 12 sport. This time, it’s softball, as the Red Raiders have shown up in dominating fashion on the 2026 Preseason All-Big 12 Softball team with a total of seven selections!

BYU Football 2026 Schedule: Full Breakdown and Season Outlook

BYU’s only flaw last season was Texas Tech. It played the Red Raiders twice, lost both games, and was left out of the College Football Playoff because of it.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 24

No. 12 Texas Tech spoils record-setting performance from Kingston Flemings in thrilling win over No. 6 Houston

Houston freshman Kingston Flemings had a performance to remember in Saturday's thriller against No. 12 Texas Tech. In the end, it was still not enough.

No. 2 UConn survives upset bid from Villanova in overtime

The 'Big 12 mens basketball Player of the Year since 2000-01' quiz

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / College Football News / January 22

Texas Tech Football 2026 Schedule: Full Breakdown and Season Outlook

Dog the Texas Tech schedule all you want, it still managed to win the Big 12 Championship last season and get to the College Football Playoff. No, the team isn’t exactly extending itself this year, but welcome to the world - this is how you’re supposed to do it.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / January 22

When it comes to stop rate, Texas Tech did it better than anyone else

Max Olson of ESPN released his final “stop rate” figures for 2025, and Texas Tech rests atop all of FBS in defensive stops and points prevented. Olson defines his measurement as the “Basic measurement of success,” or drives resulting in a punt, turnover or turnover on downs.