Longhorns Daily News: Texas retains Director’s Cup
The Texas Longhorns have clinched the 2023–24 Division I LEARFIELD Directors’ Cup, marking their third overall title and solidifying their position as the nation’s premier collegiate athletics program. This achievement underscores Texas’s dominance across multiple sports, culminating in a season that featured two national championships and three runner-up finishes .
🏆 National Championships
Women’s Volleyball: Secured their second consecutive national title, contributing 100 points to the Directors’ Cup standings .
Women’s Rowing: Captured their third national championship in four years, further bolstering Texas’s athletic prestige .
🥈 Runner-Up Finishes
Softball: Achieved their first-ever Women’s College World Series title, defeating Texas Tech 10–4 in the final .
Men’s Tennis: Advanced to the NCAA final, showcasing exceptional performance throughout the season.
Women’s Swimming & Diving: Secured a second-place finish at the NCAA Championships, highlighting the program’s consistency and excellence.
📈 Consistent Excellence
Throughout the 2023–24 season, Texas demonstrated remarkable depth and consistency across various sports:
Football: Achieved a third-place finish in the College Football Playoff, marking a significant milestone in the program’s history .
Women’s Basketball: Reached the Elite Eight, continuing their strong postseason performances.
Track & Field: The women’s team placed third at the NCAA Outdoor Championships, with standout performances from athletes like Ackelia Smith, who won national titles in the triple jump and long jump .
🏅 Conference Dominance
In their final season in the Big 12 Conference, Texas set a new record by winning 15 conference championships across various sports, including soccer, volleyball, football, and women’s indoor and outdoor track and field .
🔝 Looking Ahead
As Texas transitions into the Southeastern Conference (SEC), the Longhorns aim to continue their tradition of excellence. With a robust athletic program and a commitment to success, Texas is poised to remain a dominant force in collegiate athletics.
