ABILENE, Texas- When UMHB and Hardin-Simmons meet, regardless of the sport, a competitive game can be expected between the two American Southwest Conference (ASC) rivals. Such was the case in Friday’s non-conference meeting between the Cru and Cowboys…
Men’s Sports
UMHB fights Hard, But Falls To Texas State 98-59
In Clif Carroll’s first game at the helm of the UMHB men’s basketball program, the Cru fell to Texas State in an exhibition, 98-59.
Men’s Basketball: Coach’s Clipboard: Three games on Tap for the Cru As They Open Up The Season on The Road
The season opener is finally here for the UMHB men’s basketball team. This upcoming week, they will travel across the state of Texas from San Marcos to Abilene.
Comeback Kid: Floyd Connell returning to his Central Texas Roots to Join the Cru
Floyd Connell always dreamed of playing big-time college football.
Randy Mann and Mickey Kerr transitioning into new Roles in June
On Tuesday, it was announced that longtime Vice President for Athletics Randy Mann would be stepping into a new role, and Dr. Mickey Kerr, the current UMHB Associate Dean of Exercise and Sport Science and Faculty Athletic Representative, would take over as the Vice President for Athletics. Mann, a former UMHB men’s golf coach, will […]
Student and Graduate Assistants Play A Key Role in the Success of UMHB Football
It has been said by coaches that experience is everything. Having guys who know the tradition, who have been there before, is vital to a program’s success. On this year’s football team…
Signing Day Roundup: UMHB Brings In Talent in Women’s Basketball, Volleyball, Softball, Men’s Golf, Women’s Soccer and Baseball
Wednesday marked fall signing day, a day in which future college athletes officially decide where they will begin their college careers. Several talented athletes in the class of 2021 made their commitment to play at UMHB official yesterday. Here is a complete recap of who made those announcements yesterday. It is important to note that […]
“You come to UMHB to Learn How To Be A Coach”: A Q&A with Kris Johnson
Last week, True To The Cru sat down with Kris Johnson, a former assistant coach at UMHB from 2017-2019, and is now on the Rice coaching staff as an assistant linebackers coach.
Men’s Basketball Season Preview: Clif Carroll ERA Set to Begin
Clif Carroll’s short tenure in Belton has not been easy…
UMHB Football: Scrimmage Proves Beneficial as Depth of this year’s Team is Evident
“The main goal for me and my teammates is just to go win.” UMHB quarterback Tommy Bowden’s main goal for the upcoming season took a step forward on Saturday, as the Cru do appear to be destined for victory, many victories, in the abbreviated spring campaign, that will include five games. Playing a scrimmage in […]









