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Josh Hayes

Senior Texas Basketball Historian

Josh has spent over a decade documenting the deep roots of Texas collegiate hoops. From legendary rivalry thrillers against Texas A&M to program-defining NCAA Tournament upsets, he brings past eras back to life through archival research and storytelling.

Current Scouting Reports

November 1, 2026
Texas Basketball Programs: 2026-27 Insights

Texas Basketball Programs enter 2026-27 with Texas’ roster reset, Houston’s frontcourt rebuild and Texas Tech’s Toppin question shaping fan talk.

October 31, 2026
UIL Rule Changes Reshape Texas High School Hoops

UIL Rule Changes bring shot clock timelines, playoff hosting shifts and eligibility updates that Texas coaches and communities must plan around.

October 27, 2026
UIL Shot Clock Starts Texas Hoops Transition

UIL Shot Clock approval sets Texas high school basketball on a phased path, with strategy, staffing and local gym impacts ahead.

October 25, 2026
UIL basketball season starts with Texas impact

UIL basketball season dates, Alamodome finals and travel issues shape how Texas schools, families and fans plan for 2026-27.

October 24, 2026
Lady War Eagles Schedule: Key 2026-27 Tests

Lady War Eagles Schedule analysis for Oak Ridge fans, from early home tests to district games against Cleveland, Conroe and Grand Oaks.

October 22, 2026
Rockets Dominate Mavericks in Texas Teams’ Season Opener

Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. scored 30 points apiece as Houston turned a close first quarter into a 128–110 win over Dallas at Toyota Center. Final · October 21, 2026 · Toyota Center, Houston Houston Rockets 128 Dallas Mavericks 110 Top scorers: Durant 30 · Smith 30 · Flagg 32 The Houston Rockets opened…

October 20, 2026
Texas UCLA Rivalry Returns To Cedar Park

Texas UCLA Rivalry renews on Oct. 25 in Cedar Park, linking Final Four history, local fan energy and women’s hoops growth.

October 14, 2026
Texas Tech Reveals 2026–27 Basketball Schedule As Illinois Showdown Approaches

Texas Tech men’s basketball has confirmed its game times and television schedule for the 2026–27 season, setting the stage for another demanding campaign under head coach Grant McCasland. The announcement, released October 13, 2026, places an early spotlight on the Red Raiders’ November 10 matchup against Illinois at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, Texas. Texas…

October 13, 2026
Texas A&M Baylor rivalry Still Carries Weight

Texas A&M Baylor rivalry analysis on history, fan travel, Reed-Waco ties and why any renewed men’s basketball meeting would matter.

October 11, 2026
OTR Exposure Events Build Texas Hoops Ties

OTR Exposure Events show how Texas high school hoops can connect scouting, community pride and player development while girls participation drops.

October 6, 2026
Texas Basketball Ranking Raises SEC Stakes In Austin

Texas Basketball Ranking frames Texas as an SEC contender after a Sweet Sixteen push, roster additions and a January road test.

October 5, 2026
Zombie Tourney 2026 Fuels DFW Youth Hoops

Zombie Tourney 2026 gives DFW youth teams a late-night Frisco test with grade divisions, pressure reps and community impact.