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Selena Paredes

College Hoops Policy & Conference Columnist

With a background in sports management, Selena analyzes conference realignments, athletic department strategy, and collegiate basketball policy. Her columns examine how broader industry changes affect program stability and fan culture across Lone Star State teams.

Current Scouting Reports

November 2, 2026
Houston Cougars Roster Reshaped By Arrivals

Houston Cougars Roster analysis after nine newcomers joined the 2026-27 group, with Joseph Tugler anchoring a reshaped rotation.

October 29, 2026
Texas Preseason Ranking Tests New Roster

Texas Preseason Ranking puts the Longhorns at No. 7, raising Austin expectations around a rebuilt roster, SEC pressure and player roles.

October 20, 2026
UIL basketball dates set Texas season start

UIL basketball dates shape the 2026-27 Texas season, from first practices to Alamodome finals and the optional shot clock.

October 15, 2026
UIL Shot Clock Pilot Tests Texas Hoops Trust

The UIL Shot Clock debate now reaches Texas gyms, with communities weighing pace, costs, staffing, player development and local access.

October 15, 2026
Bryson Howard impact For Texas Prospects

Bryson Howard impact gives Texas prospects a local model built on two-way production, academics, service and a state title run.

October 8, 2026
UIL Shot Clock Pilot Alters Texas Hoops Prep

UIL Shot Clock pilot analysis for Texas high school hoops, from varsity tournaments to coach strategy, player development and gym costs.

October 5, 2026
UIL Shot Clock Pilot Tests Texas Hoops Future

The UIL Shot Clock pilot brings a 35-second option to varsity tournaments, raising strategy, cost and access questions across Texas.

October 5, 2026
Shoot 360 Austin Opens Door for Young Players

Shoot 360 Austin hosts a free Oct. 27 clinic for grades 3-12, giving families a first look at training, tech and community ties.

September 21, 2026
Round Rock Basketball Camp Builds Local Ties

Round Rock Basketball gets a community lens through the Sept. 21 School’s Out Camp, youth skill work, and local access for families.

September 19, 2026
Marcus Spears Impact on Texas Hoops Development

Marcus Spears Impact gives Texas size, local recruiting pull and a two-season development piece for Sean Miller’s 2026-27 roster.

September 10, 2026
Games of Texas Impact On Summer Hoops Economy

Games of Texas analysis of how summer sports tourism in Bryan-College Station and Bryan boosted local fans, venues and youth hoops.

September 8, 2026
Bryson Warren Eligibility Win Tests NCAA Rules

Bryson Warren Eligibility shifted after a Brazos County TRO, raising roster, portal and NCAA waiver questions for Texas A&M hoops.