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Texas football assistant coach among the highest-paid in the nation
UT football’s Defensive Coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski is the 13th-highest paid assistant coach for a college team in the nation.
November 17, 2023 12:17 PM
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London Gibson
A pickleball court at Other Racquet Social Club, with a sign reading the name of the business in the background.
Sports
Luxury meets pickleball at Other Racquet Social Club
We got a sneak preview of the new spot on Manor Road, which is slated to open to the public next month.
November 13, 2023
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London Gibson
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Sports
Watch the San Antonio Spurs in Austin at these six official watch parties
The MLB team will bring the excitement to the Capital City with games, raffles, prizes, and giveaways at these six events all over town.
October 27, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Sports
Oracle Red Bull Racing Team debuts new design for Austin Grand Prix
The team, complete with No. 1 and No. 2 drivers Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez, brought in the new vehicle design for the Austin Grand Prix via helicopter.
October 19, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Sports
ATX Open returns for the second year in a row
The women’s professional tennis tournament will return to the Westwood Country Club for 13 matches in spring 2024.
September 29, 2023
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Laura Figi
Rogers Hornsby holds a baseball bat and looks off near the camera in a black and white photo.
Sports
Austin’s connection to Rogers Hornsby, one of baseball’s greatest hitters
The National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee briefly lived in Austin and was laid to rest in the Hornsby Cemetery.
August 23, 2023
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London Gibson
The Austin skyline, as seen from between trees on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail.
Wellness
Where to work out, according to ATXtoday readers
ATXtoday readers are an active bunch, so we asked you to share how you stay in tip-top shape.
August 10, 2023
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Laura Figi
An empty pitch at Q2 Stadium.
Sports
Farewell Fagúndez: an Austin FC roster update
Expect some new faces on the pitch, because the Austin FC roster is going through some changes with the close of the secondary trade window.
August 2, 2023
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Laura Figi
A group of football players on the field with their hands in the center.
Culture
Pro football is returning to Austin
Austin is one of 16 US cities hosting teams as part of the Arena Football League’s return return.
July 20, 2023
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London Gibson
A boardwalk along the lake with Austin's skyline in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in Austin
These are three of our favorite local accessible trails that are wheelchair-friendly.
July 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Sports
15 Austin FC players are on the ballot for the 2023 MLS All-Star game
Sebastian Driussi was the first Austin player to make it to the All-Star roster in 2022
June 1, 2023
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Laura Figi
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The Austin Gamblers stand on stage in front of a large screen reading "The Ride" with a promo image for the new series.
Sports
The Austin Gamblers are the subject of new Amazon Prime series “The Ride”
Here’s what you need to know about the professional bull riding team before tuning into the new show.
May 30, 2023
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London Gibson
A group of people on the pitch at Q2 Stadium talk with one of the players.
Sports
Play with the pros at Austin FC’s fan experience
The second annual Austin FC Energy Experience will allow fans to tour locker rooms, play on the pitch, and run through drills.
May 18, 2023
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London Gibson
A youth climber warms up on a traverse rock climbing wall.
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Camp Mesa Rim offers youth rock climbers a chance to explore their rock climbing skills — no matter what level of experience they have.
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Business
Why Austin may be the country’s next esports hub
Between streamers, esports facilities, and gaming companies, Austin is making a name for itself in the gaming industry.
May 5, 2023
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London Gibson
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Sports
How to celebrate baseball with Copa de la Diversión
We dive into what the Copa de la Diversión series is and the history behind this event which lasts the entire season of Minor League Baseball.
April 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Basketball
San Antonio Spurs start strong in ATX
With record attendance at the Moody Center, Austin has proven its love of the game.
April 10, 2023
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Laura Figi
A canyon of boulders for climbing, with a few people sitting nearby, inside Mesa Rim.
Fitness
Mesa Rim Climbing Center opens in North Austin
The climbing and yoga gym has over 50,000 sqft of space to sprawl out.
March 29, 2023
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Laura Figi
The San Antonio Spurs mascot in front of the "Greetings from Austin" mural.
Sports
Let’s talk about Spurs Week
The San Antonio Spurs are kicking off Austin’s first-ever NBA games with the I-35 Series.
March 23, 2023
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Laura Figi
A line of cars passing on a race track in front of a crowd at COTA.
Sports
Start your engines: NASCAR comes to COTA this weekend
Get ready for an action-packed weekend.
March 22, 2023
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London Gibson
Kids standing in front of a table at the Thinkery.
Play
Kid-friendly activities in Austin
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Austin has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
March 14, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
A group of runners dressed in different green outfits participate in a St. Paddy's Day 5K
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A worn white ball with curved stitching like a baseball lies on a pitch of sunny grass.
Sports
Catch the Gaelic game of hurling in Austin, TX
We’re breaking down the Irish sport of hurling including its rules and where you can catch a game.
March 7, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A rendering of the stadium at the ATX Open
Sports
Former Longhorn Peyton Stearns moves forward in ATX Open
Tickets are still available for the inaugural event.
March 2, 2023
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London Gibson
Janae Jefferson batting for Texas
Sports
New Women’s Professional Fastpitch team the Texas Smoke is headed to Austin
The team lineup is already filled with local and national stars.
March 1, 2023
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London Gibson
Looking down on a UT game at DKR Stadium
Play
The ultimate guide to sports teams in Austin
From the Longhorns to Austin FC, we’re sharing all details of Austin’s sports teams.
February 22, 2023
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London Gibson
A shot of Austin FC fans at Q2 Stadium.
Sports
Your Austin FC 2023 season preview
It’s time for Austin FC: Return of el Tree.
February 16, 2023
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London Gibson
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Food
Super Bowl takeout and watch parties in Austin
Whether you’re looking for comfort food or a lively atmosphere, we’ve got you covered.
February 8, 2023
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London Gibson
The three men stand with pink aprons on in the store.
Food
Former NFL players-turned-bakers star in “The Cupcake Guys”
The two former Tennessee Titans started a business that celebrates the sweet things in life.
January 26, 2023
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Laura Figi
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