Moderators Jeff Howe Posted April 13 Moderators Posted April 13 Texas has secured the commitment of transfer forward David Punch, addressing one of its most significant roster needs for the 2026-27 season. Punch went public with his commitment Sunday night, posting the news on Instagram. A national top-100 recruit out of Harker Heights in the 2024 class, Punch joins the Longhorns after two seasons at TCU. As a sophomore, the 6-foot-7-inch, 245-pound Punch was an honorable mention All-Big 12 selection, averaging 14.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.9 blocks and 1.3 steals per game. Punch gives Texas a presence at the power forward spot it lacked during its run to the Sweet 16 in Sean Miller’s first season. Along with his ability to keep the ball moving on offense, Punch should immediately help the Longhorns improve on the defensive end of the floor. Punch blocked 66 shots and recorded 45 steals in 34 games; Punch doubled Matas Vokietaitis’ team-leading 33 blocked shots this past season and only Dailyn Swain’s 59 steals topped Punch’s totals among Texas players. The addition of Punch and the return of Vokietaitis give the Longhorns two tremendous frontcourt pieces for Miller’s second season. Currently, with Swain making himself eligible for the 2026 NBA Draft while maintaining his college eligibility, Texas has four starting spots penciled in for next season: Punch, Vokietaitis, Colorado transfer guard Isaiah Johnson and McDonald’s All-American guard Austin Goosby. View full news story 28 3 Quote
HalfmileHorn Posted April 13 Posted April 13 Awesome Jeff - awesome news indeed !! Hook 'em !!! 2 Quote
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted April 13 Moderators Posted April 13 Just now, Joe Zura said: @Gerry Hamilton That's me 8 10 1 Quote
BigKris903 Posted April 13 Posted April 13 SEAN MILLER IS ROLLIN!!!! Call me McDonalds cause IM LOVIN IT!!! 😂 3 3 Quote
CoachBobbyFinstock Posted April 13 Posted April 13 Let’s go!🤘 The wallet is open this portal season. Woooooo 2 Quote
Jordan91 Posted April 13 Posted April 13 9 minutes ago, Joe Zura said: @Gerry Hamilton And your back!!!!! 1 Quote
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted April 13 Moderators Posted April 13 Texas will be a top 10 ranked team preseason ... mark this one. They are far from done 49 3 Quote
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted April 13 Moderators Posted April 13 Projected starters: Isaiah Johnson, CG/PG, 6-1, sophomore (16.9 ppg, 2.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists at Colorado) Austin Goosby, CG, 6-5.5, freshman (big guard/wing) David Punch, PF, 6-7, junior (14.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.3 steals & 1.9 blocks at TCU) Matas Vokietaitis, C, 7-0, junior (15.6 points, 7.1 rebounds, 0.9 blocks) Key role players: (back up center/PF) (guard with size/shot maker with perimeter ability) (big guard that is perimeter threat - Swain insurance if Texas goes that direction) Bo Ogden, W/G, 6-5.5, freshman John Clark, PF, 6-9, RS-freshman Possible minor role player: Lewis Obiorah, C, 7-0, RS-freshman Joe Sterling, SG, 6-4, freshman Stash and develop: Coleman Elkins, C, 6-10, freshman Still on roster for now: Declan Duru, F, 6-7.5 15 Quote
Game of the Century Posted April 13 Posted April 13 8 minutes ago, BigKris903 said: SEAN MILLER IS ROLLIN!!!! Call me McDonalds cause IM LOVIN IT!!! 😂 Maybe it’s the alcohol. But dude that is sick funny. Quote
JMarquette Posted April 13 Posted April 13 If Sean can shore up the bench, this could be a F4 team. 1 Quote
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted April 13 Moderators Posted April 13 give a Follow to our OnTexasBasketball instagram if you would https://www.instagram.com/ontexasbasketball?igsh=MXBhdGp3N2NjaHRjZg== 12 Quote
BigKris903 Posted April 13 Posted April 13 3 minutes ago, Gerry Hamilton said: Texas will be a top 10 ranked team preseason ... mark this one. They are far from done 5 Quote
Brett Posted April 13 Posted April 13 1 minute ago, Gerry Hamilton said: give a Follow to our OnTexasBasketball instagram if you would https://www.instagram.com/ontexasbasketball?igsh=MXBhdGp3N2NjaHRjZg== did u guys have to keep this one quiet? Quote
hookem1014 Posted April 13 Posted April 13 2 minutes ago, Gerry Hamilton said: give a Follow to our OnTexasBasketball instagram if you would https://www.instagram.com/ontexasbasketball?igsh=MXBhdGp3N2NjaHRjZg== @Joe Zura has yall blocked 5 Quote
Caden Kuykendall Posted April 13 Posted April 13 6 minutes ago, Gerry Hamilton said: Texas will be a top 10 ranked team preseason ... mark this one. They are far from done 👀👀 2 Quote
LonghornFan4Ever Posted April 13 Posted April 13 2 minutes ago, JMarquette said: If Sean can shore up the bench, this could be a F4 team. Yes, I cannot believe this. That surprise Sweet Sixteen run was huge for this program. The checkbooks are open wide and they smell blood. Going all in for Miller like they did for Sark. 7 1 Quote
JMarquette Posted April 13 Posted April 13 6 minutes ago, Gerry Hamilton said: Texas will be a top 10 ranked team preseason ... mark this one. They are far from done 5 Quote
BigKris903 Posted April 13 Posted April 13 4 minutes ago, Game of the Century said: Maybe it’s the alcohol. But dude that is sick funny. Bro im just over the moon happy for our bball program and Sean Miller!!! I wanna see the men pack out Moody like the women do. We are sooo over due on the court. And im a goofball wit them gif’s 😂😂😂 1 Quote
Bt2593 Posted April 13 Posted April 13 What a perfect fit with Matas. Would love to see a knockdown shooter added next 2 Quote
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