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sports2 years ago

"Texas Coach's 'Horns Down' Rant Sparks Controversy and Apology"

Texas Longhorns coach Rodney Terry faced criticism from ESPN's College GameDay analysts for overreacting to UCF players flashing the "Horns Down" hand gesture after their win, with Seth Greenberg calling Terry "stressed out" and urging him to focus on coaching his team. Fellow analyst Jay Williams questioned the relevance of handshake lines in sports, while Andraya Carter criticized Terry for doubling down on his comments during the postgame press conference. Terry's reaction has garnered widespread condemnation, leaving many curious about how he will handle future encounters with the gesture.

sports2 years ago

"Texas Coach Rodney Terry Apologizes for 'Horns Down' Confrontation with UCF"

Texas coach Rodney Terry apologized for calling UCF players' "horns down" gesture "classless" after their win, acknowledging that he had no intention of offending anyone and expressing regret for not handling the situation in the right way. Terry described UCF coach Johnny Dawkins as a good friend and emphasized the passion and class with which they represent their program, apologizing to UCF, their fans, and the University of Texas for any offense caused.

sports2 years ago

"Texas Coach Rodney Terry Condemns UCF's 'Horns Down' Celebration"

Texas coach Rodney Terry criticized UCF players for mocking the Longhorns' hand sign after their upset victory, calling it "classless." However, UCF coach Johnny Dawkins expressed respect for Terry and promised to review the incident. Despite the controversy, the bigger concern for Terry should be his team's inability to protect a lead, as Texas suffered another costly setback. With a tough schedule ahead, the Longhorns need to start winning to secure an NCAA tournament bid.

sports2 years ago

"Texas Coach Confronts UCF Players for 'Horns Down' Gesture"

Texas Longhorns men’s basketball coach Rodney Terry admonished UCF Knights players for making the "horns down" gesture during the handshake line after UCF's comeback win. Terry criticized the gesture as "classless" and emphasized the importance of winning with dignity and respect. UCF's victory, fueled by Jaylin Sellers and Shemarri Allen, marked their 11th win of the season, while Texas has struggled with three losses in their last four games.

sports2 years ago

Texas Coach Rodney Terry Calls Out UCF for 'Horns Down' Celebration

Texas Longhorns head coach Rodney Terry criticized UCF Knights players for their "Horns Down" celebration, calling it "classless" and unsportsmanlike after his team's 77-71 loss. The Big 12 conference banned the gesture in 2019, but it continues to be used despite the ruling. Terry emphasized the importance of sportsmanship and respectful behavior, sparking a social media debate over his reaction to the opposing team's celebration.

sports2 years ago

Texas Coach Rodney Terry Confronts UCF Players Over "Horns Down" Gesture

Texas basketball coach Rodney Terry criticized UCF players for flashing the "Horns Down" gesture during the handshake line after UCF upset Texas 77-71. Terry called the gesture "classless" and expressed his belief in winning and losing with dignity. UCF coach Johnny Dawkins said he will review the incident and take any necessary action, emphasizing that it's not the type of program they run.

sports2 years ago

Max Abmas boosts Texas basketball rankings as top transfer addition.

Texas Longhorns add transfer Max Abmas to their roster, securing a spot in the Top 25 And 1 college basketball rankings despite losing top recruit Ron Holland. The Longhorns are now ranked No. 19, with the potential to move up if Tyrese Hunter and Dillon Mitchell withdraw from the 2023 NBA Draft. UConn remains at No. 1 in the rankings, with Purdue, Marquette, and Duke rounding out the top four.

sports2 years ago

Rodney Terry Takes Over Texas Program as Head Coach.

Rodney Terry takes over as head coach of the Texas Longhorns basketball program and plans to retain as much of the current coaching staff as possible. He will conduct exit interviews with players and evaluate the roster to determine what additions are needed from the NCAA transfer portal. Forward Dylan Disu's decision on whether to return for a fifth season will be crucial for the team's future. The Longhorns have already made contact with several players in the portal to address their needs. Terry emphasizes the importance of maintaining the program's culture and excitement to attract top talent.

sports2 years ago

Rodney Terry's Hiring Brings Rationality to Texas Program Amid Transfer Portal Activity.

Texas Longhorns hired Rodney Terry as their new head basketball coach after his successful interim stint, which included leading the team to the Elite Eight. Terry's coaching style, built on relationships and a focus on enjoying the moment, helped the team overcome adversity and achieve one of the best seasons in school history. The decision to hire Terry was ultimately a rational one, based on his leadership under pressure and the support he received from players, fans, and administration.

sports2 years ago

Rodney Terry named head coach of Texas after NCAA tournament success.

Rodney Terry has been promoted to full-time head coach of the Texas Longhorns after leading the team to the Elite Eight in the NCAA tournament. Terry had been serving as interim coach since Chris Beard's suspension in December. His contract is worth $15.3 million over five years. Terry previously served as head coach at UTEP and Fresno State, and was an assistant at Texas from 2002-11.

sports2 years ago

Rodney Terry named head coach of Texas men's basketball team after Elite Eight run.

The University of Texas has hired Rodney Terry as its full-time men's basketball coach on a five-year, $15.3 million contract. Terry, who took over as interim coach after Chris Beard's arrest and eventual firing, led the Longhorns to their deepest NCAA Tournament run in 15 years. Players credited Terry for serving as a stabilizing force throughout the season. Terry's salary is a significant raise from his current rate, but still significantly less than Beard's $5.26 million a year.

sports2 years ago

Rodney Terry named full-time head coach of Texas men's basketball team.

Texas has promoted interim coach Rodney Terry to the full-time role after leading the Longhorns to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament. The deal is for five years and $15.3 million. Terry, who took over midseason, coached the Longhorns to a Big 12 Tournament title and had Texas on the doorstep of its second-ever Final Four. By promoting Terry, Longhorns athletic director Chris Del Conte is turning to someone with deep ties to the state who earned the respect of the players on the current roster during a challenging season.

sports2 years ago

Rodney Terry named head coach of Texas basketball team.

Rodney Terry has agreed to a five-year contract to become the full-time head coach of the Texas Longhorns men's basketball team. Terry had been serving as the interim head coach since December 2021 and led the team to the Big 12 conference tournament championship and a No. 2 seed in the NCAA tournament, ultimately making a run to the Elite Eight. He previously spent a decade as a head coach at Fresno State and UTEP and was an assistant coach at Texas from 2002 to 2011.

sports2 years ago

Texas Set to Name Rodney Terry as Head Coach After Successful Season.

The University of Texas is reportedly finalizing a deal with interim head coach Rodney Terry to officially replace Chris Beard, who was fired in January. Terry coached the Longhorns to 22 of their 29 wins this season and led them to the Elite Eight. The administration is moving quickly to retain Terry after a successful season, and the school is expected to formally introduce him as the head coach later this week. Terry previously spent nine seasons as an assistant under Rick Barnes in Austin and has a 163-156 (.511) record as a head coach.

sports2 years ago

Rodney Terry to be Promoted as Texas Head Coach After Elite Eight Run

Texas is finalizing a deal to promote interim coach Rodney Terry to the full-time role after leading the Longhorns to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament. Terry took over midseason after ex-coach Chris Beard was fired and coached the Longhorns to a Big 12 Tournament title. By promoting Terry, Longhorns athletic director Chris Del Conte is turning to someone with deep ties to the state who earned the respect of the players on the current roster during a challenging season.