Spring Sports Check-In: Texas Is Thriving

On the debut episode of The Girl Herd on the Inside Texas YouTube channel, Angie O’Flaherty, Devin Daniel, and Michelle Torregrossa go over the strong spring of 2025 the Longhorns are enjoying in their athletic ventures.
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The Texas Longhorns women’s basketball team reached the Final Four for the first time since 2003. Despite a tough loss to South Carolina, the team showed resilience. Players like Maddy Booker played pivotal roles, though foul trouble shifted game momentum.
The discussion emphasized the importance of building depth via recruitment and the transfer portal to compete with top-tier programs like UConn and South Carolina. Vic Schaefer is highly respected, and the fans are optimistic about the trajectory of the program.
Women’s sports at UT, including volleyball and basketball, are on an upward trend. The growing fan base and cultural momentum around women’s athletics were highlighted, including historical comparisons and alumni involvement like Jody Conradt.
Both Texas baseball and softball are excelling. The softball team is currently ranked No. 1 in the nation, while baseball recently notched wins over powerhouse LSU and Georgia. The show praised pitching performances and new coaching effectiveness in both sports.
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Rodney Terry is out, and Sean Miller is in as the new head coach. While there’s sadness over Terry’s departure, optimism surrounds Miller, particularly for his focus on recruitment and his strong resume. There’s a sense of high expectations across all coaching roles at UT.
The spring football scene is heating up with Arch Manning poised to fully step into the starting role. The discussion includes excitement over recruits like Colin Simmons and Anthony Hill, plus returning UT legends joining the coaching staff.
Alumni involvement, new coaching hires, and rising stars are contributing to a cultural renaissance in UT athletics. There’s hope for sustained excellence across programs and a focus on restoring the energy of the 2000s golden era.
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