Chris Paul scored 25 points with 9 assists, while James Harden added 27 points with 5 assists to lead Houston past Dennis Smith Jr’s 16 points and 11 assists, and Yogi Ferrell’s 20 points for Dallas.

Chris Paul scored 25 points with 9 assists, while James Harden added 27 points with 5 assists to lead Houston past Dennis Smith Jr’s 16 points and 11 assists, and Yogi Ferrell’s 20 points for Dallas.

The Red Raiders fall in their first 4-3 match this season dropping their record to 3-1. The team will return home Friday to host Indiana. 

The Red Raiders fall in their first 4-3 match this season dropping their record to 3-1. The team will return home Friday to host Indiana. 

Sarah Dvorak earned the Lady Raiders only point of the match with her 6-3, 6-2 victory o. She is now 7-2 on the season and 4-1 against ranked opponents.

Sarah Dvorak earned the Lady Raiders only point of the match with her 6-3, 6-2 victory o. She is now 7-2 on the season and 4-1 against ranked opponents.

The Red Raiders will remain on the road through Tuesday, when they face off with UT Arlington.

The Red Raiders will remain on the road through Tuesday, when they face off with UT Arlington.

Keenan Evans scored 19 points in the win.

Keenan Evans scored 19 points in the win.

LaMarcus Aldridge and Kyle Anderson led San Antonio with 20 points apiece.

LaMarcus Aldridge and Kyle Anderson led San Antonio with 20 points apiece.

Dirk Nowitzki had a season-high 22 points, Harrison Barnes added 21 and the last-place Dallas Mavericks rallied to beat the Lakers 130-123

Dirk Nowitzki had a season-high 22 points, Harrison Barnes added 21 and the last-place Dallas Mavericks rallied to beat the Lakers 130-123

Sophomore Brittany Brewer leads team with 13 points

Sophomore Brittany Brewer leads team with 13 points

Tech falls to No. 5 North Carolina in ITA Indoor quarterfinals

Tech falls to No. 5 North Carolina in ITA Indoor quarterfinals

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech baseball’s Steven Gingery was named to the 2018 USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award Preseason Watch List, it was announced today.
 

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech baseball’s Steven Gingery was named to the 2018 USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award Preseason Watch List, it was announced today.
 

COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Texas Tech softball opened the season with a doubleheader split on Day 1 of the Aggie Classic. The Red Raiders (1-1) rallied for a thrilling 4-2 win over Boston College in nine innings, before falling to Houston, 4-1.
 

COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Texas Tech softball opened the season with a doubleheader split on Day 1 of the Aggie Classic. The Red Raiders (1-1) rallied for a thrilling 4-2 win over Boston College in nine innings, before falling to Houston, 4-1.
 

MADISON, Wis. – The No. 8 Texas Tech Women’s Tennis team earned a spot in the ITA Indoor Nationals quarterfinals after picking up a 4-2 win over No. 13 UCLA on Friday afternoon.
 

MADISON, Wis. – The No. 8 Texas Tech Women’s Tennis team earned a spot in the ITA Indoor Nationals quarterfinals after picking up a 4-2 win over No. 13 UCLA on Friday afternoon.
 

Six Red Raiders compete to earn spots in the Texas Tech indoor record book on day one.

Six Red Raiders compete to earn spots in the Texas Tech indoor record book on day one.

Baseball to begin season as unanimous top five

Baseball to begin season as unanimous top five

Senior high jumper Trey Culver and freshman sprinter Divine Oduduru named to The Bowerman watch list

Senior high jumper Trey Culver and freshman sprinter Divine Oduduru named to The Bowerman watch list

Coach Gregory and the Red Raiders are ready for early-season challenge in College Station

Coach Gregory and the Red Raiders are ready for early-season challenge in College Station

Dallas star Dirk Nowitzki had 16 points, 11 rebounds, season-high five steals and two blocks, while rookie Dennis Smith Jr. scored 22 points.

Dallas star Dirk Nowitzki had 16 points, 11 rebounds, season-high five steals and two blocks, while rookie Dennis Smith Jr. scored 22 points.

Texas Tech is the first Big 12 team to reach 20 wins overall and is tied with No. 10 Kansas (19-5, 8-3) atop the conference standings.

Texas Tech is the first Big 12 team to reach 20 wins overall and is tied with No. 10 Kansas (19-5, 8-3) atop the conference standings.

Brittany Brewer led the team with her 24 points and 13 rebounds, marking her second double-double of the season and third of her career.

Brittany Brewer led the team with her 24 points and 13 rebounds, marking her second double-double of the season and third of her career.

Head coach Kliff Kingsbury and staff inked five talented high school prospects Wednesday morning

Head coach Kliff Kingsbury and staff inked five talented high school prospects Wednesday morning

The 29-year-old Wilson is expected to be in the Yankees major league camp in March, where he will participate in pregame workouts and watch games from the Yankees dugout while in Florida. He will be assigned to the Double-A Trenton roster.

The 29-year-old Wilson is expected to be in the Yankees major league camp in March, where he will participate in pregame workouts and watch games from the Yankees dugout while in Florida. He will be assigned to the Double-A Trenton roster.

This year’s group includes five players from inside the state’s borders, as well as three from California, Colorado and Georgia. Two members of the class come from the same club programs, another pair play together at the same high school and one signee is the sister of a current Red Raider soccer player.

This year’s group includes five players from inside the state’s borders, as well as three from California, Colorado and Georgia. Two members of the class come from the same club programs, another pair play together at the same high school and one signee is the sister of a current Red Raider soccer player.

As just a freshman, Oduduru has claimed not one, but five all-time records in the new Sports Performance Center this year.

As just a freshman, Oduduru has claimed not one, but five all-time records in the new Sports Performance Center this year.

NEW YORK — James Harden scored 36 points, surpassing 15,000 for his career, and the Houston Rockets beat the Brooklyn Nets 123-113 on Tuesday night for their fifth straight victory. Chris Paul added 25 points for the Rockets, who kept right on rolling in their first game since their nationally televised romp in Cleveland on Saturday. Both teams made 16 3-pointers in an entertaining shootout between Mike D’Antoni’s Rockets and the Nets of Kenny Atk…

NEW YORK — James Harden scored 36 points, surpassing 15,000 for his career, and the Houston Rockets beat the Brooklyn Nets 123-113 on Tuesday night for their fifth straight victory. Chris Paul added 25 points for the Rockets, who kept right on rolling in their first game since their nationally televised romp in Cleveland on Saturday. Both teams made 16 3-pointers in an entertaining shootout between Mike D’Antoni’s Rockets and the Nets of Kenny Atk…

The Texas Rangers have agreed to a one-year, $2.75 million contract with former St. Louis Cardinals closer Seung-Hwan Oh, according to multiple reports. The deal also includes a $4.5 million team option for 2019 and performance incentives in both seasons, according to the reports. The news was first reported by The Athletic. Oh, 35, who earned the nickname “The Final Boss” in South Korea, saved 39 games in two seasons with the Cardinals. He finis…

The Texas Rangers have agreed to a one-year, $2.75 million contract with former St. Louis Cardinals closer Seung-Hwan Oh, according to multiple reports. The deal also includes a $4.5 million team option for 2019 and performance incentives in both seasons, according to the reports. The news was first reported by The Athletic. Oh, 35, who earned the nickname “The Final Boss” in South Korea, saved 39 games in two seasons with the Cardinals. He finis…

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Lady Raiders make the trip to Manhattan, Kan., on Wednesday to face Kansas State for the first time this season. GAME INFORMATION Venue: Bramlage Coliseum (12,528) Place: Manhattan, Kan. Opponent: Kansas State Date: Wednesday, Feb. 7 Tip-off Time: 7 p.m. Radio: 107.7 FM Talent: Mark Finkner (play-by-play) QUICK HITS ·         This is the 33rd meeting bet…

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Lady Raiders make the trip to Manhattan, Kan., on Wednesday to face Kansas State for the first time this season. GAME INFORMATION Venue: Bramlage Coliseum (12,528) Place: Manhattan, Kan. Opponent: Kansas State Date: Wednesday, Feb. 7 Tip-off Time: 7 p.m. Radio: 107.7 FM Talent: Mark Finkner (play-by-play) QUICK HITS ·         This is the 33rd meeting bet…

LUBBOCK, Texas – A trio of Texas Tech standouts were invited to the NFL Scouting Combine on Tuesday as Dylan Cantrell, Keke Coutee and Nic Shimonek will all take part in the annual event Feb. 27-March 5 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Television coverage will be provided throughout the combine on NFL Network. Tech accounted for three of the Big 12 Conference’s 29 total invites to the combine, which ranked tied for fourth among league schools. Approximately 32…

LUBBOCK, Texas – A trio of Texas Tech standouts were invited to the NFL Scouting Combine on Tuesday as Dylan Cantrell, Keke Coutee and Nic Shimonek will all take part in the annual event Feb. 27-March 5 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Television coverage will be provided throughout the combine on NFL Network. Tech accounted for three of the Big 12 Conference’s 29 total invites to the combine, which ranked tied for fourth among league schools. Approximately 32…

The Red Raiders have been ranked inside the nation’s top 10 four times this season which also ties a program record with the 1995-96 team.

The Red Raiders have been ranked inside the nation’s top 10 four times this season which also ties a program record with the 1995-96 team.

Keenan Evans is one of a Big 12 leading five players on the Wooden Award Late Season Top 20.

Keenan Evans is one of a Big 12 leading five players on the Wooden Award Late Season Top 20.

The Texas Tech junior lefty was recognized by the NCBWA on Monday

The Texas Tech junior lefty was recognized by the NCBWA on Monday

Divine Oduduru notched two school record performances contributing to this upward movement.

Divine Oduduru notched two school record performances contributing to this upward movement.

This week’s ranking ties a couple school records.

This week’s ranking ties a couple school records.

Foles, the games MVP threw for 377 yards and 3 TD’s, while Danny Amendola caught 8 passes for 152 yards in the loss.

Foles, the games MVP threw for 377 yards and 3 TD’s, while Danny Amendola caught 8 passes for 152 yards in the loss.

Mami Yamamoto led the Red Raiders with a 2-over 74, she enters Monday’s second round in a tie for 16th individually, just one stroke in front of teammates Gabby Barker and Amy Taylor.

Mami Yamamoto led the Red Raiders with a 2-over 74, she enters Monday’s second round in a tie for 16th individually, just one stroke in front of teammates Gabby Barker and Amy Taylor.

The Red Raiders have won their last four games and move into a first place tie in the Big 12 standings. 

The Red Raiders have won their last four games and move into a first place tie in the Big 12 standings. 

Jada Terry leads team with 10 points, six rebounds

Jada Terry leads team with 10 points, six rebounds

Texas Tech defeats in-state rival during non-conference match

Texas Tech defeats in-state rival during non-conference match

The Red Raiders claim five more top-ten school records on day two of the Texas Tech Open. 

The Red Raiders claim five more top-ten school records on day two of the Texas Tech Open. 

The Red Raiders have won all three of their 4-3 matches this season.

The Red Raiders have won all three of their 4-3 matches this season.

LISD athletic director, Mike Meeks, joined David and Craig to go over realignment news, scheduling football games, and gave an update on the open Lubbock High coaching spot.

LISD athletic director, Mike Meeks, joined David and Craig to go over realignment news, scheduling football games, and gave an update on the open Lubbock High coaching spot.

KONA, Hawaii – The Amer Ari Invitational’s defending individual champion, Fredrik Nilehn, carded two eagles on moving day at the Waikoloa Kings Course, in Kona, Hawaii, on Friday.
 

KONA, Hawaii – The Amer Ari Invitational’s defending individual champion, Fredrik Nilehn, carded two eagles on moving day at the Waikoloa Kings Course, in Kona, Hawaii, on Friday.
 

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Red Raiders ended day one of the Texas Tech Open racking up thirteen personal bests, five of which came from the 60-meter hurdle and 60-meter dash preliminaries alone.
 

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Red Raiders ended day one of the Texas Tech Open racking up thirteen personal bests, five of which came from the 60-meter hurdle and 60-meter dash preliminaries alone.
 

LUBBOCK, Texas – The No. 8/7 Texas Tech Women’s Tennis travels to Fort Worth, Texas, this weekend to face TCU in a non-conference match.
 

LUBBOCK, Texas – The No. 8/7 Texas Tech Women’s Tennis travels to Fort Worth, Texas, this weekend to face TCU in a non-conference match.
 

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech softball single-game tickets are now on sale for the upcoming 2018 season, which features 20 home games to be played at Rocky Johnson Field.
 

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech softball single-game tickets are now on sale for the upcoming 2018 season, which features 20 home games to be played at Rocky Johnson Field.
 

The Red Raiders selected to finish first by the Big 12 baseball coaches

The Red Raiders selected to finish first by the Big 12 baseball coaches

Texas Tech is two shots back through 18 holes

Texas Tech is two shots back through 18 holes

This second-highest clearance by Culver ranks seventh in the world, and his progression claimed three of this week’s top-10 high jump marks.

This second-highest clearance by Culver ranks seventh in the world, and his progression claimed three of this week’s top-10 high jump marks.

Houston Rockets dominated the San Antonio Spurs for the second time this season

Houston Rockets dominated the San Antonio Spurs for the second time this season

The University Interscholastic League announced it’s new districts on the morning of February 1st. Here are the new districts for the Lubbock area schools.  

The University Interscholastic League announced it’s new districts on the morning of February 1st. Here are the new districts for the Lubbock area schools.  

The Red Raiders extended their unbeaten streak at home to 14-0, including two in overtime. Evans showed he can be an immediate spark with 17 points in the first half.

The Red Raiders extended their unbeaten streak at home to 14-0, including two in overtime. Evans showed he can be an immediate spark with 17 points in the first half.

The Red Raiders are among the 18 teams selected to take part in the tournament, which includes 7 of the top 15 teams in the Bushnell Golf Week Coaches Poll. Among these are No. 1 Oklahoma State, No. 4 Georgia Tech, No. 9 Auburn, No. 11 Stanford, No. 16 Texas and No. 18 Southern California.

The Red Raiders are among the 18 teams selected to take part in the tournament, which includes 7 of the top 15 teams in the Bushnell Golf Week Coaches Poll. Among these are No. 1 Oklahoma State, No. 4 Georgia Tech, No. 9 Auburn, No. 11 Stanford, No. 16 Texas and No. 18 Southern California.

Texas Tech captured two 4-0 sweeps over Saint Mary’s (CA) and Wichita State last weekend to earn a spot in the ITA Indoor National Championships on Feb. 9-12.

Texas Tech captured two 4-0 sweeps over Saint Mary’s (CA) and Wichita State last weekend to earn a spot in the ITA Indoor National Championships on Feb. 9-12.

Kevin Johns arrives at Texas Tech after spending the 2017 season at Western Michigan

Kevin Johns arrives at Texas Tech after spending the 2017 season at Western Michigan

The Red Raiders have moved their match against Indiana to Saturday, Feb. 17 at 3 p.m.

The Red Raiders have moved their match against Indiana to Saturday, Feb. 17 at 3 p.m.

Harden’s big night came as he played a season-high 46 minutes and 26 seconds with Houston missing so many players.

Harden’s big night came as he played a season-high 46 minutes and 26 seconds with Houston missing so many players.

There were 18 lead changes and the Nuggets came within inches of a game-winning 19th.

There were 18 lead changes and the Nuggets came within inches of a game-winning 19th.

The Red Raiders have been ranked a consensus Top 10 team on three occasions this season.

The Red Raiders have been ranked a consensus Top 10 team on three occasions this season.

Keenan Evans and former All-American Andre Emmett are the only players to win three Big 12 Player of the Week awards in the same season.

Keenan Evans and former All-American Andre Emmett are the only players to win three Big 12 Player of the Week awards in the same season.

The Red Raiders achieve four top-ten all-time Texas Tech marks on day two of the Texas Tech Classic & Multis.

The Red Raiders achieve four top-ten all-time Texas Tech marks on day two of the Texas Tech Classic & Multis.

Hassan Whiteside had an impressive response after a long conversation with Eric Spoelstra, and the Miami Heat completed another season sweep of the Dallas Mavericks.

Hassan Whiteside had an impressive response after a long conversation with Eric Spoelstra, and the Miami Heat completed another season sweep of the Dallas Mavericks.

Bryn Forbes scored a season-high 23 points, to lead a balanced scoring effort as LaMarcus Aldridge and Manu Ginobili each added15 points Dejounte Murray had 14 points and 10 assists, and Pau Gasol had 14 points and 11 rebounds

Bryn Forbes scored a season-high 23 points, to lead a balanced scoring effort as LaMarcus Aldridge and Manu Ginobili each added15 points Dejounte Murray had 14 points and 10 assists, and Pau Gasol had 14 points and 11 rebounds

The loss snaps the Red Raiders nine-match winning streak, Tech will stay on the next weekend with a match against Memphis

The loss snaps the Red Raiders nine-match winning streak, Tech will stay on the next weekend with a match against Memphis

James Harden had 27 points and 10 rebounds and fell two assists shy of his third triple-double of the season. 

James Harden had 27 points and 10 rebounds and fell two assists shy of his third triple-double of the season. 

Jason Witten caught 2 passes for 16 yards and DeMarcus Lawrence had 2 tackles with 1 tackle for loss.

Jason Witten caught 2 passes for 16 yards and DeMarcus Lawrence had 2 tackles with 1 tackle for loss.

Texas Tech outscored South Carolina 17-5 over the final six minutes.

Texas Tech outscored South Carolina 17-5 over the final six minutes.

Jada Terry had 14 points and a career-high 15 rebounds for the Lady Raider.

Jada Terry had 14 points and a career-high 15 rebounds for the Lady Raider.

The Red Raiders begin team practices on Friday in preparation of 2018 season.

The Red Raiders begin team practices on Friday in preparation of 2018 season.

LUBBOCK, Texas – The No. 8 Texas Tech Women’s Tennis team advanced to the championship match of the ITA Kickoff Weekend with a 4-0 sweep over Saint Mary’s on Friday. 

LUBBOCK, Texas – The No. 8 Texas Tech Women’s Tennis team advanced to the championship match of the ITA Kickoff Weekend with a 4-0 sweep over Saint Mary’s on Friday. 

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — DeMarcus Cousins raced down the lane after his missed free throw, trying to make a hustle play and help the New Orleans Pelicans preserve a signature victory over one of the NBA’s elite teams. Moments later, Cousins was sitting on the court, pain in his foot and an expression of shock on his face. He tried to get up as his teammates pursued the Houston Rockets toward the other end of the court, then went back down on his back and placed both hands on hi…

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — DeMarcus Cousins raced down the lane after his missed free throw, trying to make a hustle play and help the New Orleans Pelicans preserve a signature victory over one of the NBA’s elite teams. Moments later, Cousins was sitting on the court, pain in his foot and an expression of shock on his face. He tried to get up as his teammates pursued the Houston Rockets toward the other end of the court, then went back down on his back and placed both hands on hi…

Texas Tech alumnus Cody Campbell has made a gift to The Campaign for Fearless Champions

Texas Tech alumnus Cody Campbell has made a gift to The Campaign for Fearless Champions

Red Raider Club will host events throughout the state of Texas this year with visits planned to Midland, Dallas, Houston and the Hill Country

Red Raider Club will host events throughout the state of Texas this year with visits planned to Midland, Dallas, Houston and the Hill Country

Texas Tech had 56 percent of its student-athletes finish the fall semester with at least a 3.0 GPA

Texas Tech had 56 percent of its student-athletes finish the fall semester with at least a 3.0 GPA

Stephen Curry picked James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo, the NBA’s top two scorers

Stephen Curry picked James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo, the NBA’s top two scorers

Trevor Ariza had 23 points and Eric Gordon scored 17 on 4-of-7 shooting from beyond the arc. Southwest Division-leading Houston was up and down from beyond the arc, going 10 of 14 in the first quarter and 2 of 15 in the second.

Trevor Ariza had 23 points and Eric Gordon scored 17 on 4-of-7 shooting from beyond the arc. Southwest Division-leading Houston was up and down from beyond the arc, going 10 of 14 in the first quarter and 2 of 15 in the second.

Pau Gasol ended an assist short of a triple-double, Patty Mills scored 15 points and San Antonio beat the Memphis Grizzlies 108-85 on Wednesday night, with eight Spurs finishing in double figures.

Pau Gasol ended an assist short of a triple-double, Patty Mills scored 15 points and San Antonio beat the Memphis Grizzlies 108-85 on Wednesday night, with eight Spurs finishing in double figures.

Amendola’s been just as dependable this postseason. He caught 11 passes for a playoff career-high 112 yards in New England’s divisional-round win over Tennessee.

Amendola’s been just as dependable this postseason. He caught 11 passes for a playoff career-high 112 yards in New England’s divisional-round win over Tennessee.

Erin DeGrate, Jada Terry combine for 30 points against Mountaineers

Erin DeGrate, Jada Terry combine for 30 points against Mountaineers

Tech has been to the national tournament back-to-back seasons. After defeating UC Santa Barbara and Arizona State during the ITA Kickoff Weekend last year, the Lady Raiders took down Vanderbilt to earn a spot in the quarterfinals.

Tech has been to the national tournament back-to-back seasons. After defeating UC Santa Barbara and Arizona State during the ITA Kickoff Weekend last year, the Lady Raiders took down Vanderbilt to earn a spot in the quarterfinals.

Freshman Divine Oduduru garners Athlete of the Week honors from the Big 12 Conference.

Freshman Divine Oduduru garners Athlete of the Week honors from the Big 12 Conference.

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech baseball’s Steven Gingery was named to the 2018 D1 Baseball Preseason First Team All-America list, the publication announced today.   It’s the third honor for Gingery, the junior lefty from Huntington Beach, California, over the last month. Gingery was also recognized by Collegiate Baseball Newspaper in December and Perfect Game two weeks ago. Sophomore teammate John McMillon was also selected to the CB Newspaper list as …

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech baseball’s Steven Gingery was named to the 2018 D1 Baseball Preseason First Team All-America list, the publication announced today.   It’s the third honor for Gingery, the junior lefty from Huntington Beach, California, over the last month. Gingery was also recognized by Collegiate Baseball Newspaper in December and Perfect Game two weeks ago. Sophomore teammate John McMillon was also selected to the CB Newspaper list as …

Keenan Evans scored 22 of his 26 points after halftime, and No. 14 Texas Tech rallied from a 15-point deficit to beat Oklahoma State 75-70 on Tuesday night and avoid a third straight loss.

Keenan Evans scored 22 of his 26 points after halftime, and No. 14 Texas Tech rallied from a 15-point deficit to beat Oklahoma State 75-70 on Tuesday night and avoid a third straight loss.

LUBBOCK, Texas – Lady Raider Basketball makes the trek to No. 19/20 West Virginia for a midweek matchup on Wednesday. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. CT GAME INFORMATION Venue: WVU Coliseum Place: Morgantown, W.V. Opponent: West Virginia Date: Wednesday, Jan. 24 Tip-off Time: 6 p.m. (CT) Radio: 107.7 FM Talent: Mark Finkner (play-by-play) LIVE STREAM The game will be streamed live on WVUSports.com. QUICK HITS · …

LUBBOCK, Texas – Lady Raider Basketball makes the trek to No. 19/20 West Virginia for a midweek matchup on Wednesday. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. CT GAME INFORMATION Venue: WVU Coliseum Place: Morgantown, W.V. Opponent: West Virginia Date: Wednesday, Jan. 24 Tip-off Time: 6 p.m. (CT) Radio: 107.7 FM Talent: Mark Finkner (play-by-play) LIVE STREAM The game will be streamed live on WVUSports.com. QUICK HITS · …

The Red Raiders extended their winning streak to eight consecutive matches and posted an undefeated 7-0 homestand over the last nine days.

The Red Raiders extended their winning streak to eight consecutive matches and posted an undefeated 7-0 homestand over the last nine days.

Pau Gasol had 14 points to lead San Antonio, while Tony Parker added 12 points and 5 assists off the bench for just the 14th time in 1,165 career games.

Pau Gasol had 14 points to lead San Antonio, while Tony Parker added 12 points and 5 assists off the bench for just the 14th time in 1,165 career games.

Amendola recorded seven catches for 84 yards including a four-yard touchdown catch in the back of the end zone to give New England the lead with 2:48 remaining in the game

Amendola recorded seven catches for 84 yards including a four-yard touchdown catch in the back of the end zone to give New England the lead with 2:48 remaining in the game

Zhaire Smith had 10 points for Tech

Zhaire Smith had 10 points for Tech

Paul scored 33 points with 11 rebounds

Paul scored 33 points with 11 rebounds

Nic Shimonek finished 12-of-18 for 105 yards and the game-winning touchdown Saturday afternoon

Nic Shimonek finished 12-of-18 for 105 yards and the game-winning touchdown Saturday afternoon

Wesley Matthews led Dallas with 23 points.

Wesley Matthews led Dallas with 23 points.

Lady Raiders give up 90 to No. 9 Texas on Saturday

Lady Raiders give up 90 to No. 9 Texas on Saturday

Former catching standout Hunter Redman returns to Texas Tech staff as volunteer coach

Former catching standout Hunter Redman returns to Texas Tech staff as volunteer coach

LaMarcus Aldridge had 17 points and 14 rebounds in the loss. 

LaMarcus Aldridge had 17 points and 14 rebounds in the loss. 

Dvorak, Rush stay undefeated in singles play

Dvorak, Rush stay undefeated in singles play

Divine Oduduru and Vincent Crisp notch all-time Texas Tech indoor records in the 200m and 600y races.

Divine Oduduru and Vincent Crisp notch all-time Texas Tech indoor records in the 200m and 600y races.

The Red Raiders have won three of their six matches during the winning streak via the shutout. 

The Red Raiders have won three of their six matches during the winning streak via the shutout. 

It is the highest team GPA in head coach Tim Tadlock and his staff’s tenure at Texas Tech

It is the highest team GPA in head coach Tim Tadlock and his staff’s tenure at Texas Tech

Texas Tech to face Washington on Friday at 2 p.m.

Texas Tech to face Washington on Friday at 2 p.m.

Texas Tech track & field will host the second meet of the season tomorrow

Texas Tech track & field will host the second meet of the season tomorrow

Chris Paul had 19 points, nine assists and six rebounds for the Rockets

Chris Paul had 19 points, nine assists and six rebounds for the Rockets

The Red Raiders have posted a 28-11 singles record during the dual match campaign

The Red Raiders have posted a 28-11 singles record during the dual match campaign

Texas announced Thursday that it has signed catcher Curt Casali and re-signed outfielder Jose Cardona and right-hander Tayler Scott.

Texas announced Thursday that it has signed catcher Curt Casali and re-signed outfielder Jose Cardona and right-hander Tayler Scott.

Jarrett Culver scored 16 points to lead Texas Tech (15-3, 4-2).

Jarrett Culver scored 16 points to lead Texas Tech (15-3, 4-2).

Senior Jada Terry led the team with 16 points, eight rebounds, two assists and a block. Erin DeGrate followed with 12 points in just 10 minutes of play.

Senior Jada Terry led the team with 16 points, eight rebounds, two assists and a block. Erin DeGrate followed with 12 points in just 10 minutes of play.

Mills combined with Aldridge on the most important moment of the game, a three-point play for Aldridge with 53 seconds remaining on a pass from the reserve guard after the Nets had cut a 17-point deficit to three.

Mills combined with Aldridge on the most important moment of the game, a three-point play for Aldridge with 53 seconds remaining on a pass from the reserve guard after the Nets had cut a 17-point deficit to three.

Culver’s final height stands as the fourth-best high jump clearance in NCAA history and the highest jump in the NCAA since 2013.
 

Culver’s final height stands as the fourth-best high jump clearance in NCAA history and the highest jump in the NCAA since 2013.
 

The NBA said that Ariza and Green went into the Clippers’ locker room to confront a Los Angeles player. The NBA didn’t reveal specifics of what went on in the locker room, and didn’t disclose the name of the player that Ariza and Green wanted to confront.

The NBA said that Ariza and Green went into the Clippers’ locker room to confront a Los Angeles player. The NBA didn’t reveal specifics of what went on in the locker room, and didn’t disclose the name of the player that Ariza and Green wanted to confront.

ARLINGTON, Texas — Rangers general manager Jon Daniels anticipates adding depth to his rotation. It remains unlikely that a pitcher will be a front-line starter. “We’re not going to close the door on the chance to add premium talent. You always explore it,” Daniels said Tuesday. “But if I had to handicap it, I don’t think it’s highly likely at this point.” Yu Darvish, traded by the Rangers to the NL champion Los Angeles Dodgerslast July, is among several st…

ARLINGTON, Texas — Rangers general manager Jon Daniels anticipates adding depth to his rotation. It remains unlikely that a pitcher will be a front-line starter. “We’re not going to close the door on the chance to add premium talent. You always explore it,” Daniels said Tuesday. “But if I had to handicap it, I don’t think it’s highly likely at this point.” Yu Darvish, traded by the Rangers to the NL champion Los Angeles Dodgerslast July, is among several st…

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Lady Raiders are back in action on Wednesday as they travel to Kansas to complete the 2018 series against the Jayhawks. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. on ESPN3.com. GAME INFORMATION Venue: Allen Fieldhouse Place: Lawrence, Kan. Opponent: Kansas Date: Wednesday, Jan. 17 Tip-off Time: 7 p.m. TV: ESPN3.com Talent: Josh Klingler (play-by-play); Jill Dorsey Hall (analyst) Radio: 107.7 FM Talent: Mark F…

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Lady Raiders are back in action on Wednesday as they travel to Kansas to complete the 2018 series against the Jayhawks. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. on ESPN3.com. GAME INFORMATION Venue: Allen Fieldhouse Place: Lawrence, Kan. Opponent: Kansas Date: Wednesday, Jan. 17 Tip-off Time: 7 p.m. TV: ESPN3.com Talent: Josh Klingler (play-by-play); Jill Dorsey Hall (analyst) Radio: 107.7 FM Talent: Mark F…

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech senior high jumper Trey Culver was named National Athlete of the Week for his performance at the inaugural Corky Classic this past weekend, as announced by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association this morning.  Culver is the first Red Raider to win this weekly award during the indoor season, and second Tech athlete overall. Hannah Carson wrangled the award in May of 2015 for her performances in the javelin an…

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech senior high jumper Trey Culver was named National Athlete of the Week for his performance at the inaugural Corky Classic this past weekend, as announced by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association this morning.  Culver is the first Red Raider to win this weekly award during the indoor season, and second Tech athlete overall. Hannah Carson wrangled the award in May of 2015 for her performances in the javelin an…

Texas Tech AD Kirby Hocutt responds to the fine handed down to the University.

Texas Tech AD Kirby Hocutt responds to the fine handed down to the University.

Sarah Dvorak, Sabrina Federici, Alex Valenstein and Lana Rush stayed perfect with wins against their opponents from Arizona State.

Sarah Dvorak, Sabrina Federici, Alex Valenstein and Lana Rush stayed perfect with wins against their opponents from Arizona State.

The Red Raiders earned their second straight shutout win on Sunday.

The Red Raiders earned their second straight shutout win on Sunday.

Coach Beard will be joined by the play-by-play voice of the Red Raiders, Geoff Haxton, who will serve as the host.

Coach Beard will be joined by the play-by-play voice of the Red Raiders, Geoff Haxton, who will serve as the host.

Cole went 12-12 with a 4.26 ERA, 196 strikeouts and 55 walks while making a career-high 33 starts in 2017.

Cole went 12-12 with a 4.26 ERA, 196 strikeouts and 55 walks while making a career-high 33 starts in 2017.

San Antonio won its 14th straight at home improving the league’s best home record to 19-2.

San Antonio won its 14th straight at home improving the league’s best home record to 19-2.

Two-time indoor national champion and Lubbock local, Trey Culver, claims new Texas Tech and NCAA records.

Two-time indoor national champion and Lubbock local, Trey Culver, claims new Texas Tech and NCAA records.

Rookie Dennis Smith Jr. had 23 points in the loss.

Rookie Dennis Smith Jr. had 23 points in the loss.

Texas Tech fights back from 21-point deficit.

Texas Tech fights back from 21-point deficit.

Clay Jennings arrives at Texas Tech with over 14 years of experience coaching in the state of Texas

Clay Jennings arrives at Texas Tech with over 14 years of experience coaching in the state of Texas

Brett Dewhurst was named an assistant coach on the Texas Tech defensive staff Friday

Brett Dewhurst was named an assistant coach on the Texas Tech defensive staff Friday

Interim Head Coach Shimmy Gray-Miller announces McKenzie Calvert has left the team

Interim Head Coach Shimmy Gray-Miller announces McKenzie Calvert has left the team

Amy Taylor will join the Texas Tech women’s golf program for the 2018 spring slate

Amy Taylor will join the Texas Tech women’s golf program for the 2018 spring slate

The Texas Tech track & field program holds first indoor meet on Saturday to honor longtime legend, Corky Oglesby

The Texas Tech track & field program holds first indoor meet on Saturday to honor longtime legend, Corky Oglesby

Junior Jessica Hartwell headlines a group of nine returners for the Red Raiders after hitting .305 with 11 home runs, 12 doubles and 38 RBI in 2017

Junior Jessica Hartwell headlines a group of nine returners for the Red Raiders after hitting .305 with 11 home runs, 12 doubles and 38 RBI in 2017

LaMarcus Aldridge scored 15 of his 20 points in the first half for the Spurs

LaMarcus Aldridge scored 15 of his 20 points in the first half for the Spurs

This marks the highest preseason ranking held by the men’s program since 2011 and the third highest preseason ranking in Texas Tech history.

This marks the highest preseason ranking held by the men’s program since 2011 and the third highest preseason ranking in Texas Tech history.

Free agent catcher Mike Ohlman has agreed to a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers and will report to major league spring training. Ohlman made his major league debut last season, when he appeared in seven games for Toronto and went 3 for 13 with one RBI.

Free agent catcher Mike Ohlman has agreed to a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers and will report to major league spring training. Ohlman made his major league debut last season, when he appeared in seven games for Toronto and went 3 for 13 with one RBI.

Barnes had 13 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter, Yogi Ferrell made seven 3-pointers and scored 22 points and the Mavericks fended off fatigue to beat a fresh Charlotte Hornets team 115-111 on Wednesday night. Barnes made all five of his shots in the fourth quarter and added 11 rebounds for the Mavericks, who won on back-to-back nights.

Barnes had 13 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter, Yogi Ferrell made seven 3-pointers and scored 22 points and the Mavericks fended off fatigue to beat a fresh Charlotte Hornets team 115-111 on Wednesday night. Barnes made all five of his shots in the fourth quarter and added 11 rebounds for the Mavericks, who won on back-to-back nights.

His 37 points were the most by a Rocket besides Harden since Jeremy Lin had 38 against San Antonio on Dec. 10, 2012.

His 37 points were the most by a Rocket besides Harden since Jeremy Lin had 38 against San Antonio on Dec. 10, 2012.

ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers outfielder Ryan Rua has agreed to an $870,000, one-year contract to avoid salary arbitration. In four stints with Texas last season, Rua hit .217 with three home runs and 12 RBI over 63 games. The right-hander, who has spent parts of the last four seasons with the Rangers, played left field and also appeared some at first base last year. He had a major league salary of $544,740. Texas still has three arbitration-eligible players …

ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers outfielder Ryan Rua has agreed to an $870,000, one-year contract to avoid salary arbitration. In four stints with Texas last season, Rua hit .217 with three home runs and 12 RBI over 63 games. The right-hander, who has spent parts of the last four seasons with the Rangers, played left field and also appeared some at first base last year. He had a major league salary of $544,740. Texas still has three arbitration-eligible players …

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech baseball’s Steven Gingery was named to the 2018 Perfect Game/Rawlings Preseason All-America list, the publication announced today. Gingery, the junior lefty from Huntington Beach, California, picked up first team honors. The award marks his second preseason accolade of the preseason, as he and sophomore John McMillon were recognized by Collegiate Baseball Newspaper in December. Gingery is the only pitcher from the Big 12 selected in the …

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech baseball’s Steven Gingery was named to the 2018 Perfect Game/Rawlings Preseason All-America list, the publication announced today. Gingery, the junior lefty from Huntington Beach, California, picked up first team honors. The award marks his second preseason accolade of the preseason, as he and sophomore John McMillon were recognized by Collegiate Baseball Newspaper in December. Gingery is the only pitcher from the Big 12 selected in the …

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Lady Raiders are set to host Oklahoma on Wednesday at 6 p.m. inside the United Supermarkets Arena. The game will air on FOX Sports Southwest Plus.  GAME INFORMATION Venue: United Supermarkets Arena Place: Lubbock, Texas Opponent: Oklahoma Date: Wednesday, Jan. 10 Tip-off Time: 6 p.m. TV: FSSW+ Talent: Chuck Heinz (play-by-play); Craig Wells (analyst) Radio: 107.7 FM Talent: Mark Finkner (play…

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Lady Raiders are set to host Oklahoma on Wednesday at 6 p.m. inside the United Supermarkets Arena. The game will air on FOX Sports Southwest Plus.  GAME INFORMATION Venue: United Supermarkets Arena Place: Lubbock, Texas Opponent: Oklahoma Date: Wednesday, Jan. 10 Tip-off Time: 6 p.m. TV: FSSW+ Talent: Chuck Heinz (play-by-play); Craig Wells (analyst) Radio: 107.7 FM Talent: Mark Finkner (play…

Evans joins Cory Carr and Andre Emmett as the only Texas Tech players to win multiple Big 12 Player of the Week honors in the same season.   Evans registered 21.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.5 steals per game.

Evans joins Cory Carr and Andre Emmett as the only Texas Tech players to win multiple Big 12 Player of the Week honors in the same season.   Evans registered 21.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.5 steals per game.

Adrian Beltre had two hits for Texas and has 2,985 for his career, tied with Sam Rice for 31st place on the all-time list.

Adrian Beltre had two hits for Texas and has 2,985 for his career, tied with Sam Rice for 31st place on the all-time list.

HOUSTON —  Evan Gattis homered twice to back up a solid start by Brad Peacock and help the Houston Astros to a 6-2 victory over the Seattle Marinerson Tuesday night. Gattis hit solo shots in the second and sixth innings off Sam Gaviglio (3-5) for the eighth multihomer game of his career. Peacock (8-1) allowed three hits and one run while fanning nine in seven innings to tie the longest start of his career and earn his fifth straight…

HOUSTON —  Evan Gattis homered twice to back up a solid start by Brad Peacock and help the Houston Astros to a 6-2 victory over the Seattle Marinerson Tuesday night. Gattis hit solo shots in the second and sixth innings off Sam Gaviglio (3-5) for the eighth multihomer game of his career. Peacock (8-1) allowed three hits and one run while fanning nine in seven innings to tie the longest start of his career and earn his fifth straight…

Alexander took over as owner on July 30, 1993, and the Rockets went on to win back-to-back titles in 1994-95 behind the likes of Hakeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler.

Alexander took over as owner on July 30, 1993, and the Rockets went on to win back-to-back titles in 1994-95 behind the likes of Hakeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler.

Keke Coutee was one of 45 receivers named to the Biletnikoff Award watch list on Tuesday

Keke Coutee was one of 45 receivers named to the Biletnikoff Award watch list on Tuesday

The win by the Red Raiders improved their record in season openers to 7-1 in the past eight seasons and 8-7 in the last fifteen road starts.

The win by the Red Raiders improved their record in season openers to 7-1 in the past eight seasons and 8-7 in the last fifteen road starts.

Houston Texans WR DeAndre Hopkins and DE J.J. Watt were named to the 2016 NFL Pro Bowl.

Houston Texans WR DeAndre Hopkins and DE J.J. Watt were named to the 2016 NFL Pro Bowl.

The NFL announced its Pro Bowl rosters, as voted on by league players, coaches and fans, on Tuesday night. The Cowboys had four selections, headlined by Bailey, who will be making his first appearance.

The NFL announced its Pro Bowl rosters, as voted on by league players, coaches and fans, on Tuesday night. The Cowboys had four selections, headlined by Bailey, who will be making his first appearance.