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19-07-2025
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Ranking all 16 Big 12 logos from worst to first
The 16-team Big 12 Conference is home to some iconic college athletic brands, despite losing Oklahoma and Texas in recent years. Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and Arizona State, the four most recent additions to the conference, may not all be football powerhouses. Still, they are among the best athletic programs in other sports, such as skiing, swimming, golf or basketball. The most recognizable aspect of all these programs is their logo. Worn at every athletic event, the logo is front and center in all big moments and is often the most recognizable thing about a team. So far this offseason, we've ranked the Big 12's 16 football stadiums, evaluated each stadium's in-game atmosphere, and ranked each program's helmet and uniforms. Now, to wrap up our offseason ranking series before season preparation begins to ramp up in late July, here is an in-depth look at the Big 12's 16 logos, ranked from worst to best. 16. Houston Cougars Houston's logo feels more functional than anything creative or unique. The block "UH" with interlocking letters is clean and recognizable, but it misses the opportunity to connect to the "cougar" mascot. A redesign that leans into an actual cougar might help it climb the rankings. 15. UCF Knights I am just not a big fan of the entire UCF branding. The lettering is fine and has good lines, but similar to Houston, it lacks creativity. Compared to other Big 12 brands, it comes across more like a generic logo rather than a timeless college football emblem. 14. TCU Horned Frogs If the logo above were used as the primary logo for all sports, TCU would likely rank higher. The Horned Frog is such a great mascot, but TCU does not feature it enough. Instead, their primary logo is the three letters, which is fine, but not anything to write home about. 13. Baylor Bears The interlocking "BU" is well known, but it is not memorable. There is no visual nod to their "Bears" identity, which detracts from its uniqueness among a multitude of more expressive logos in the conference. I love the colorway, and on the green helmet, the gold "BU" really pops, but I can't put an only-letter logo in the top tier. 12. Texas Tech Red Raiders Out of all the interlocking/overlapping logos in the Big 12, I do think Texas Tech's is the best. Furthermore, the Red Raiders' emblem is a historic one. However, it seems like it is due for a refresh, with the shaded aesthetic feeling outdated. It's easily identifiable and fans love it, but among the competition, it falls in the middle of the pack. 11. BYU Cougars BYU could have gone the direction of TCU, Houston, or Baylor, but instead, they chose to enclose only the "Y" in a circle. It seems pretty creative to me, albeit simple. It is distinctive, even if it lacks the connection to the cougar mascot. 10. Iowa State Cyclones Talk about creativity with only lettering. Iowa State does a great job of making the most of the letters. The overall logo is solid, but with a cyclone as a mascot, they could do better. It is easy to recognize, which gives it some bonus points. 9. Oklahoma State Cowboys Another logo with blocky lettering. Oklahoma State earns a spot in the top 10 for its historic significance and effective use of the cattle-brand font, which ties the logo to its cowboy mascot. The logo is somewhat clunky compared to the more modern Big 12 designs, and a refined version might help it rise to the upper half of this ranking. 8. Arizona Wildcats Maybe this pick is controversial, but the Arizona "A" is a classic. It is a perfect emblem to go on every athletic uniform. I love the tri-color outline, which gives it dimension and pop without feeling overwhelming. 7. Kansas State Wildcats The "powercat" logo is excellent and speaks to the aggressive nature of a wildcat. Its minimalist style makes it instantly recognizable, and the design conveys a sense of energy. The logo is a solid, upper-mid-tier logo. 6. West Virginia Mountaineers Now, talk about an iconic logo, especially when talking about college football. West Virginia's stacked "WV" is bold, and the font perfectly suits the school's mountainous identity. The golden yellow pops on the dark blue, making it one of the more eye-catching logos in the Big 12. It is a good example of the 'less is more' theory in action. 5. Cincinnati Bearcats Cincinnati does a fantastic job of connecting its logo to its mascot. The "C" in the shape of a bear paw is next level. It is one of the more creative and distinct animal logos in the conference. 4. Utah Utes I opted for the classic black "U" surrounded by a circle and two feathers, rather than the interlocked black "U." The feathers give the logo some cultural depth and are immediately recognized as the Utah emblem. It's bold, clean, and unique to college sports. 3. Kansas Jayhawks The Kansas Jayhawk logo is quirky but legendary. It is a smiling, colorful bird that is not to be liked. While it lacks intimidation, it makes up for it with charm and uniqueness. Not many mascots and logos are instantly tied to their university as the Jayhawk is to Kansas. 2. Arizona State Wildcats Kenny Dillingham at Big 12 media days confirmed that Sparky is returning to be a more regular presence on uniforms, which is fantastic. Sparky should be everywhere when it comes to the Sun Devils. 1. Colorado Buffaloes Colorado combines classic block lettering with a charging animal to make one of the best logos in college athletics. The back and gold palette feels timeless, especially on a gold helmet. The design conveys tradition, passion and regional pride all at once, which, as a college logo, is near perfection. This article originally appeared on Buffaloes Wire: Power ranking all 16 Big 12 logos from worst to first
USA Today
18-07-2025
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- USA Today
2025 Houston football tickets, game schedule, viewing options
The Houston Cougars will open their 2025 college football schedule on Aug. 28, against Stephen F. Austin of the FCS. Keep scrolling for more. Looking to go to a game this year? Keep scrolling for ticketing information for every Houston matchup. Check out: US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA Today sports Buy Houston tickets on StubHub How to buy tickets for Houston's next game Houston tickets & 2025 schedule Buy Houston vs. Stephen F. Austin tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. Rice tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. Colorado tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. Oregon State tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. Texas Tech tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. Oklahoma State tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. Arizona tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. Arizona State tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. West Virginia tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. UCF tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. TCU tickets on StubHub Buy Houston vs. Baylor tickets on StubHub
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27-06-2025
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Florida's NCAA Tournament Title Game Revealed to be Most-Watched Basketball Game of the Year
Florida's NCAA Tournament Title Game Revealed to be Most-Watched Basketball Game of the Year originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Florida Gators basketball program was must-watch TV last season, and the numbers back it up. Advertisement Last season, Florida posted a sparkling 36-4 record, winning their final 12 games — nine against ranked opponents — to secure their third national title in program history. The historic run, alongside the legitimacy of their competition, kept the basketball world enchanted. According to the College Basketball Report on Twitter, Florida participated in two of the most-viewed basketball games of the 2024-25 season. Notably, Florida's 65-63 win over the Houston Cougars was the most-watched basketball game of the year, garnering 18.1 million views and narrowly surpassing the 16.4 million viewers for Game 7 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder. Florida Gators.© Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images The fourth most-viewed basketball game of the season also involved the Gators. Their Final Four matchup against the Auburn Tigers drew 14.8 million watchers. Advertisement Auburn entered the game with an impeccable 32-5 record while housing SEC Player of the Year Johni Broome. Florida would catch fire late, winning 79-73. Still, the championship game against Houston captivated the nation, especially since their Big 12 foe had a 35-4 record and was fresh off a massive upset against the Cooper Flagg-led Duke Blue Devils. The two juggernauts engaged in a tightly contested back-and-forth, but the Gators used elite defense late to emerge victorious. 2025 marked the team's third title bout and their first since winning back-to-back championships under the guidance of head coach Billy Donovan and stars Al Horford and Joakim Noah in the mid-2000s. Related: College Basketball World Reacts to Xaivian Lee's $6 Million NIL Move This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
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27-06-2025
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Auburn Final Four Run Among Most-Watched Basketball Games of the Year
Auburn Final Four Run Among Most-Watched Basketball Games of the Year originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Last season, the Auburn Tigers basketball program accumulated 32 wins, their most in a storied 119-year existence. Advertisement Powered by an elite offense, Auburn started the season with a sparkling 27-2 record while surpassing 90 points a ludicrous 11 times. However, much of their success became overshadowed by the unprecedented success of three other teams: The Duke Blue Devils, the Houston Cougars, and the Florida Gators. Naturally, the quartet of 30-win teams dominated and earned one-seeds in the March Madness field. After the dust settled on a hectic first two weekends of the NCAA Tournament, the four juggernauts found themselves in the Final Four. Florida Gators star Walter Clayton Jr.© Bob Donnan-Imagn Images According to the College Basketball Report on Twitter, the nation took notice of the elite talent on display this season, with the final three games of the season among the most-watched basketball games of the year. Advertisement The fourth most watched game of the year, and third among college hoops, featured the Auburn Tigers. In front of 14.8 million television viewers, Auburn lost a 79-73 heartbreaker to Florida in the Final Four. Only Florida's title victory over Houston, Game 7 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the other Final Four tilt featuring Duke and Houston surpassed Auburn's final game in terms of viewership. The fifth most-watched basketball game of the season was also during Auburn's Final Four run. In the Elite Eight, head coach Bruce Pearl and Auburn bested the Michigan State Spartans 70-63. The contest amassed 11.7 million watched. College basketball thrived last season, with just one of the seven most-watched basketball games of the 2024-25 season belonging to the NBA. The SEC also reigned supreme, with four of the five most-watched college games featuring a team from the conference. Related: Cam Newton Uses Joe Flacco to Deliver a Hard Truth to Shedeur Sanders This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
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Kon Knueppel turns heads with shocking NBA draft testing results
Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Kon Knueppel (7) controls the ball against the Houston Cougars during the first half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images The post Kon Knueppel turns heads with shocking NBA draft testing results appeared first on ClutchPoints. Kon Kneuppel's limited athleticism has been a frequent criticism regarding his ceiling as a top-10 NBA draft pick. The Duke forward did not test at the Draft Combine last month due to an ankle injury. However, he has since completed the required pre-draft testing, and the numbers are sure to turn heads. Advertisement Kneuppel posted a 31.5-inch standing vertical leap, ranking 12th among 73 players who've tested, ahead of fellow top prospects Cooper Flagg (29.0), V.J. Edgecombe (30.0), Dylan Harper (30.5) and Ace Bailey (27.5). He posted a 36.5-inch max vertical leap, which ranks 20th. His 2.92-second shuttle run time also ranks 20th, tied with Flagg and ahead of Edgecombe (2.93), Harper (3.05), Jeremiah Fears (3.09) and Tre Johnson (3.11). The rest of Kneuppel's speed and agility testing was less favorable. He recorded an 11.92-second lane agility time, ranking 68th, and a 3.35-second three-quarter court sprint, ranking 61st. Will Kon Knueppel's encouraging testing results impact his draft position? Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Kon Knueppel (7) drives against Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images Kon Kneuppel is widely regarded as one of the safer projected lottery picks in this year's draft. The 19-year-old's elite outside shooting and high feel for the game were on full display during his freshman campaign. He shot a scorching 40.6 percent from three as a freshman and flashed secondary shot-creation and playmaking alongside Cooper Flagg. Advertisement However, he measured 6-foot-5 without shoes at the combine after being listed at 6-foot-7 at Duke. His 6-foot-6.25 wingspan was also subpar. Those numbers, coupled with concerns about his athleticism, led to questions about whether his shot creation and defense will hold up at the next level. Yet, Kneuppel's impressive vertical leap and shuttle time numbers should quell some concerns about his athletic profile. He's also one of the stronger prospects in this year's class, frequently using his 219-pound frame to create space on drives to the rim. The Duke freshman is the No. 8-ranked prospect on ESPN's Top 100 big board. He's projected to be selected by the Brooklyn Nets at No. 8 in ClutchPoints' and ESPN's latest mock drafts. CBS Sports and The Ringer have the New Orleans Pelicans selecting Kneuppel at No. 7. Meanwhile, Bleacher Report has him going No. 10 to the Houston Rockets, while Yahoo Sports projects him to go No. 4 to the Charlotte Hornets. Related: Kentucky's Otega Oweh shrugs off new House settlement ruling Related: Former Morehouse College coach joins in-conference rival
