Red River Rivalry super fan attends 77th straight game
"It's not just the game, it's the things that surround it," said Gardner Parker.
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"It's not just the game, it's the things that surround it," said Gardner Parker.
Perhaps the only way the Oklahoma-Texas rivalry could have become even more intense happened when both joined the powerful Southeastern Conference in July.
Extreme heat will continue through the weekend before a fall front brings cooler temperatures to North Texas.
Fans should review the updated conduct rules to ensure a safe, enjoyable experience at the Red River Rivalry game.
Quinn Ewers returned from injury to lead the Longhorns, throwing for 199 yards and the go-ahead touchdown and running for another score.
Gardner Parker attended his first Texas-OU game in 1947 at the age of 5. As he prepares for his 77th consecutive game, he reflects on a cherished tradition that spans decades in college football's oldest rivalry.
As thousands of fans prepare to fill the stadium for the Red River Rivalry, the rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma promises an electric atmosphere filled with tradition, fierce competition, and friendly banter.
The State Fair of Texas has implemented enhanced security measures to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for North Texans attending Saturday's Red River Rivalry.
As North Texas gears up for the epic Texas and Oklahoma college football showdown, brace for record-breaking heat that calls for ice-cold drinks.
It's moment nearly 400 days in the making.
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ACC newcomer SMU (3-1) had scored 17 points in the final 1:28 of the first half for a 41-21 lead.
Both teams have 2-1 records, setting the stage for a tense matchup.
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Liam said he was playing with friends, riding his bike, when he was hit by a car.
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Liam said he was playing with friends, riding his bike, when he was hit by a car.
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Jake Burger followed Josh Jung's tiebreaking double with a two-run homer off Framber Valdez in the sixth inning, and the Texas Rangers beat the Houston Astros 4-2 to keep pace in the American League wild-card race.
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