Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

The Monterey and Amarillo High girls basketball teams have a habit of competing in intense, physical contests with high stakes on the line. They did so again on Friday afternoon, but it came two months earlier than normal.

ARLINGTON -- Just like the Carthage and Waco La Vega game, which came earlier in the day, the matchup between Celina and Kilgore in the Class 4A Division I had plenty of NCAA DI prospects showcasing their skill.

The Texas Tech football team's success recruiting the NCAA transfer portal, nabbing 16 players in nine days, comes at a cost. That's not just to The Matador Club donor collective providing the financial backing to attract players.

The Texas Tech basketball team closes out non-conference play today as it hosts Lamar inside United Supermarkets Arena.

The Texas Tech basketball team will try to score a win over Lamar today to close out non-conference play inside United Supermarkets Arena.

Even if you find odds for this wager, avoid them. The Bulldogs are a rightful favorite and should come out on top with ease.

The Texas Tech women's basketball team entered Big 12 play 11-2 last season before a win over Houston. The Lady Raiders finished 5-13 in conference.

Darrion Williams #5 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders handles the ball during the first half against the Lamar Cardinals at United Supermarkets Arena on December 21, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas.

The Texas Tech basketball team closed non-conference play with another dominant showing in United Supermarkets Arena, downing Lamar 101-57 to move to 9-2 on the season.

University Medical Center employees visited Lubbock's Brown Elementary to donate food bags to students - continuing a 16-year tradition of giving.