Chris Beard made a couple of things clear during his introductory press conference. First, the only expectation at the University of Texas is winning on a consistent basis.
“We fear no one,” Beard said. “We don’t think we’re better than anybody. We’re going to have that University of Texas swagger and confidence, but we’re going to have that humbleness to win at the highest level as well.”
Second, the former Texas Tech man was adamant there was not going to be a rebuilding season in his first year on the Forty Acres. Beard faced the challenge of attempting to build a new roster after Texas’ round of 64 exit in the NCAA Tournament.
Four players have announced they will return. Brock Cunningham, Jase Febres, Andrew Jones and Courtney Ramey will play for Beard this upcoming season.
Two major decisions loom as well. Greg Brown and Jericho Sims are still flirting with the NBA and have yet to announce their future plans.
The transfer portal has been hit hard. The Longhorns have already brought in four players from different schools. To add a flare to the rivalry with Texas Tech, Beard even brought along four-star forward Jaylon Tyson with him.
Nine players are on the roster for the 2021-2022 season. You can see them all here: