**Texas Longhorns Crowned Nation’s Top Athletic Program of 2025 in Historic All-Sport Sweep**
*AUSTIN, Texas — June 10, 2025* — In an achievement destined to be remembered as one of the greatest in collegiate sports history, the University of Texas Longhorns have been officially crowned the nation’s top athletic program of 2025. Texas stands alone as the only school to secure a national championship, reach the Final Four, compete in the Women’s College World Series, host a regional in softball, and cap the year with a bowl appearance—all in the same academic year.
The Longhorns’ dominant run across major NCAA sports has left fans, analysts, and rivals alike in awe, firmly planting the Burnt Orange flag atop the collegiate athletics mountain.
### A Year for the Ages
The crown jewel of Texas’ banner year came in the form of a **national championship**, as the Longhorns brought home a coveted NCAA title—continuing the school’s rich tradition of excellence and reinforcing its place among the nation’s elite. The victory not only added to Texas’ illustrious trophy case but also served as the exclamation point on a year where nearly every varsity program flourished.
In **men’s basketball**, the Longhorns thrilled fans with a thrilling March Madness run that culminated in a Final Four berth. Playing some of the most cohesive basketball in the country, the team showcased its depth, defensive toughness, and poise under pressure, led by head coach Rodney Terry and a roster that blended veteran leadership with emerging star power.
Not to be outdone, the **Texas softball team** captivated the nation with its fiery charge into the **Women’s College World Series**, demonstrating grit and explosive offense throughout the postseason. Their path included hosting and winning a competitive **NCAA Regional**, energizing McCombs Field and reinforcing Texas’ rising prominence in softball.
Meanwhile, the **Longhorn football team** capped off a resurgent season under head coach Steve Sarkisian by securing a bowl appearance, further confirming Texas’ status as a football powerhouse on the national stage. With a high-octane offense and improved defensive execution, the Horns reminded the college football world that they’re back—and not just in name, but in performance.
### Unprecedented Athletic Excellence
The magnitude of this all-sport domination is without peer in 2025. No other school in the nation achieved this combination of elite success across such a wide spectrum of major sports. It’s a testament to the vision of Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte and the collective effort of the coaching staffs, athletes, and support personnel.
“This is more than just a winning year—it’s a defining era for Texas Athletics,” Del Conte said in a statement. “From the gridiron to the hardwood, from the diamond to the national stage, our student-athletes have made history.”
### The Eyes of the Nation
With this accomplishment, the University of Texas has set a new gold standard for athletic excellence. As the Longhorns prepare to enter the SEC full-time next season, the message is clear: the eyes of Texas—and the nation—are upon them.
Sports history has officially been made in Austin.
**Hook ’em Horns.**
