Baylor-Texas Rivalry Rekindled After Long Hiatus

The basketball rivalry between the Baylor Bears and Texas Longhorns, a tradition spanning from 1909 to 2024, is set to resume this November. The historic matchup, which saw 263 games played across multiple conferences, was interrupted for the past two seasons following the Longhorns' departure from the Big 12. This hiatus left a notable gap in the Bears' yearly schedule.

Both universities have agreed to a reunion in San Antonio for the "San Antonio Hoops Showdown." While Texas historically leads the series with a 165-98 record, Baylor has recently dominated, winning 12 of their last 15 contests. This upcoming game provides both NCAA tournament-level programs a marquee non-conference matchup to bolster their resumes.

The significance of maintaining this rivalry extends beyond the court, encompassing shared recruiting grounds and heated historical competition between coaches. With Waco and Austin only an hour and a half apart, and both teams consistently making March Madness appearances, the continuation of this tradition is seen as mutually beneficial and essential for preserving the legacy of burnt orange versus green and gold.