Josh Ortega

Joined: Feb 11, 2026

Josh Ortega is a beat writer covering Texas Tech On SI. Josh earned a degree from the University of North Texas in Sports Journalism and Communications. At UNT, Josh appeared on air, covering both collegiate and professional athletics for the on-campus television station North Texas Television. Ortega brings in-depth analysis combined with a passion for storytelling, delivering fans insight beyond the final whistle.

Softball

The No. 1 Texas Tech Red Raiders (38-2, 14-1) head on the road to Salt Lake City to face Utah (25-13-1, 4-7-1)

Softball

BYU visits Lubbock for the first time as Tech looks to further extended 10 game win streak.

Recruiting

No.2 Texas Tech put up a big 12-0 over Tarleton mid-week. The Red Raiders reticle moves to Iowa State who visit Lubbock. As Tech looks to extend win streak.

Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. (3) lines up a shot against Texas Tech Red Raiders forward Lejuan Watts (3) in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Basketball

Tech sputters out of NCAA Tournament after high powered offensive performance for Alabama

Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Jaylen Petty (11) drives against Akron Zips guard Sharron Young (3) in the second half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena.

In Techs’ first-round game in the Midwest Region of the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship, five different Red Raiders finish in double figures as Tech moves on to the Sweet 16.

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders forward LeJuan Watts (3) shoots the ball around Iowa State Cyclones forward Blake Buchanan (23) during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Basketball

Tech cracks top 20 in AP Poll ahead of the Big Dance

(11) freshman guard Jaylen Petty drives the ball up the court vs Iowa State. At the Phillips 66 Big 12 Conference Tournament at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri

Basketball

Tech has now lost three straight, ending a two-year streak of reaching the semi-finals of the tournament.

Basketball

The Big 12 conference tournament can be a potential U-turn spot for Texas Tech heading into the Big Dance, which is just around the corner.

Basketball

The Cougars snap a three-game losing streak while handing Texas Tech its second loss in a row to end the regular season.

Football

Spring football is officially here with kickoff to the 2026 college football season just 176 days away. Fresh off its first appearance in the College Football Playoff, Texas Tech is gearing up to defend its Big 12 championship crown this fall. Head Coach

Mar 3, 2026; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Jaylen Petty (11) keeps the ball from TCU Horned Frogs guard Brock Harding (2) in the second half at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

Basketball

The No. 10 Texas Tech Red Raiders (22-8, 12-5) fell to the TCU Horned Frogs (20-10,10-7) 73-65 on Tuesday night on Senior night in the final game at United Supermarkets Arena this season. Despite three different players finishing in double figures

Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Donovan Atwell (12) celebrates with team mates after winning 82-73 over Iowa State in the Big-12 conference men’s basketball showdown on Feb. 28, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

Basketball

Texas Tech jumps 6 spots in the AP Poll to finish 10th for the first time since Week 1. Extending poll appearances streak to 26 straight.

Josh Ortega

Joined: Feb 11, 2026

Who's In? and Who's Out? Texas Tech Basketball transfer portal recap so far

The fit, situation, and impact for all 9 Texas Tech players drafted in the 2026 NFL Draft

David Bailey goes 2nd overall to the New York Jets in 2026 NFL Draft

Texas Tech Lady Raiders sign JUCO guard Tahys Da Silva as first addition of the offseason

Softball

No. 1 Texas Tech Softball opens six-game road trip against Utah

Softball

No.2 Texas Tech Softball hosts BYU in weekend series showdown

Recruiting

No.2 Texas Tech hosts Iowa State after a blistering mid-week win

Basketball

No. 5 Texas Tech falls to No. 4 Alabama 90-65 in Round of 32 of NCAA Tournament

No.5 Texas Tech knocks off No. 12 Akron 91-71 to Advance to Second Round

Basketball

Texas Tech comes in at No.20 in first post-season AP Poll ahead of NCAA Tournament

Basketball

No.7 Iowa State knocks out No. 16 Texas Tech in Red Raiders in Big 12 Tournament

Basketball

Texas Tech comes in at No. 16 in final AP Poll of the Regular Season

No. 10 Texas Tech falls to BYU on the road in regular season finale

McGuire Offers High Praise to New Look Position Group Ahead of Spring Ball

TCU upsets No. 10 Texas Tech in final home game of the season

Texas Tech Leaps into Top 10 in AP Poll this week