The University of Texas at Austin Athletics
Forty Acres Insider: March 29
03.29.2018 | Forty Acres Insider
Important news, interesting tidbits and exciting stories happening in and around Texas Athletics compiled by Vice President and Athletics Director Chris Del Conte. [<a href="http://texassports.com/archives.aspx?path=forty_acres_insider">Forty Acres Insider archives</a>]
Greetings Longhorn Nation,
What a thrilling ride it was in Minneapolis watching Men's Swimming and Diving secure their fourth consecutive NCAA title and 14th in program history, then to see my first-ever UT Tower lighting! Head coach Eddie Reese continues to show that he is indeed the best in the business. Seniors Brett Ringgold, Jonathan Roberts, and Joseph Schooling deserve a heartfelt thank you for their continued dedication to this program. What a way to end your collegiate careers! This experience will live with you for the rest of your lives, and I know each of you will continue to impress us as you move on to your next challenge. Watch the highlights and interviews from the week here.
In addition, we're currently hosting the 91st Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays Built by The Home Depot with more than 7,000 high school, college and pro athletes from 35 states and 21 countries. In its seventh year of covering the meet, Longhorn Network will broadcast 13.5 hours of competition over four days. Purchase tickets in advance at TexasSports.com/tickets or 512-471-3333, or at the event at the Myers Stadium box office.
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FOOTBALL PRO DAY
We had 16 Longhorns with NFL aspirations participate in Pro Day on Wednesday. View the photo gallery from the full day of workouts. View the photo gallery from the full day of workouts.
JHONATTAN VEGAS RETURNS TO TEXAS
Former Men's Golfer and current PGA Tour player Jhonattan Vegas returned to Austin last week to compete in the Dell Match Play event at Austin Country Club. Before the event, he was able to find some time to compete against former Football QB Colt McCoy in a skills competition at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Watch the video.
FOOTBALL ANNOUNCES FAN ELEMENTS FOR SPRING GAME
Texas Football is back inside Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium for the 2018 Orange-White Spring Game presented by Living Spaces on Saturday, April 21. Admission is free and seating is first come, first served so arrive early and don't forget your clear bags! Pregame festivities include the "Texas Football On-Field Experience" featuring skills stations, tailgate games, photo ops with Bevo and Smokey the Cannon, and more! Enjoy live music at two different stages inside the north end zone before the game. This is going to be a fun day for all! Read more.
APRIL IS DONOR APPRECIATION MONTH
On behalf of our 500+ student-athletes, thank you for your support! Your generosity and financial gifts provide resources that change the lives of our Texas Longhorns. Each year, as a gesture of our gratitude, the Longhorn Foundation invites all members to participate in Donor Appreciation Month. Gain access to special hospitality areas during select home competitions with your Longhorn Foundation membership card. Food, beverages and fun activities are provided for these family-style events. Get to know the Longhorn Foundation staff and don't miss the great giveaways. Read more.
HEADQUARTERS: CLYDE LITTLEFIELD TEXAS RELAYS
The 91st running of the Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays Built by The Home Depot takes place Wednesday, March 28-Saturday, March 31. Everything you need to know about this amazing annual event is located here.
VOLLEYBALL HOSTS SPRING MATCH VS. TEXAS A&M
Texas Volleyball opens its spring season vs. Texas A&M (presented by Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q) at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4 in Gregory Gym. Admission is free, and so is parking in the Brazos Garage. The match is also televised live on Longhorn Network. Read more.
MALIK JEFFERSON THROWS OUT FIRST PITCH
Football's Malik Jefferson threw out the first pitch at last Saturday's Baseball vs. Oklahoma State game in UFCU Disch-Falk Field. Texas took that series 2-1 and faces off against K-State this weekend in Manhattan, Kansas. Watch Malik's pitch here.
