Texas Tech University Athletics
Texas Tech Wraps Up Big 12 Media Day
October 25, 2016 | Men's Basketball
The Red Raiders took part in Big 12 Media Day on Tuesday
Wheels up for Big 12 Media Day! ??#WreckEm pic.twitter.com/FHY9vd0hi3
— TexasTech Basketball (@TexasTechMBB) October 25, 2016
Aaron Ross, Zach Smith, Keenan Evans and Anthony Livingston joined head coach Chris Beard in representing the Red Raiders.
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— TexasTech Basketball (@TexasTechMBB) October 25, 2016
The day began with national satellie radio interviews, as well as chatting with ESPN.
We're underway here at #Big12MBB Media Day, as the guys begin their day with ESPN's @sportsiren. #WreckEm pic.twitter.com/IXtuklEWxF
— TexasTech Basketball (@TexasTechMBB) October 25, 2016
From there, Beard took his turn at the podium for a question-and-answer session with the gathered media, which lasted about 10 minutes.
"I don't consider our job a rebuild at all." - @CoachBeardTTU on continuing the momentum from last year. #WreckEm https://t.co/3456vy45La
— TexasTech Basketball (@TexasTechMBB) October 25, 2016
After that, the Red Raiders took part in live radio interviews and took a trip to the Big 12 Social Media Room.
The players have joined @CoachBeardTTU on radio row as #Big12MBB Media Day rolls on. #WreckEm pic.twitter.com/0LqFROw28F
— TexasTech Basketball (@TexasTechMBB) October 25, 2016
Aaron Ross and Zach Smith having some fun in between media sessions in KC. #WreckEm #Big12MBB pic.twitter.com/gSnhhqMq64
— TexasTech Basketball (@TexasTechMBB) October 25, 2016
Later in the afternoon, Tech joined up with the Big 12 Digital Network and Campus Insiders before heading to the breakout area for one-on-one interviews.
It takes a lot to master the perfect @instagram pic.
— Big 12 Digital (@Big12DN) October 25, 2016
But @TexasTechMBB's @Ant_Tw0F0ur has got you covered. https://t.co/V3KIxW9cDO
Time for the breakout sessions in Kansas City. #WreckEm #Big12MBB pic.twitter.com/JsfmhP8iYT
— TexasTech Basketball (@TexasTechMBB) October 25, 2016
A short meeting with ESPNU followed, and then the Red Raiders wrapped up their day as Beard took part in the head coaches group photo before heading to the breakout area for his one-on-one interviews, and the student-athletes spent 15 minutes with Big 12 This Week.
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The Red Raiders tip off the 2016-17 campaign Nov. 11, against Houston Baptist. Tipoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.ÂNow it's @CoachBeardTTU's turn to speak with @sportsiren. #WreckEm #Big12MBB pic.twitter.com/QXZYYllgl9
— TexasTech Basketball (@TexasTechMBB) October 25, 2016
More season tickets have already been sold for 2016-17 than all of last season. Fans are encouraged to purchase season tickets now to reserve the best available seats. Season tickets are on-sale and feature affordable payment plans along with a family four-pack of season tickets starting at $199 in designated general admission sections and reserved season tickets for as low as $199.
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Season tickets can be purchased in person at the Texas Tech Athletics Ticket Office located on the East Side of Jones AT&T Stadium, online at www.TexasTech.com or over the phone at (806) 742-8324. Information on single-game tickets and mini-plans will be announced by the Texas Tech Athletics Ticket Office at a later date.
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Visit www.TexasTech.com for the latest news and information on the men's basketball program. Fans also can follow the program on its social media outlets at www.Facebook.com/TexasTechMBB and @TexasTechMBB on Twitter.
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Showing off the ?? at #Big12MBB Media Day. #WreckEm pic.twitter.com/0RhQnmWQk0
— TexasTech Basketball (@TexasTechMBB) October 25, 2016
Watch out for improving @TexasTechMBB. Everyone's the house @Big12Conference Media Day. pic.twitter.com/itmbPks5bn
— Fran Fraschilla (@franfraschilla) October 25, 2016
All smiles for @TexasTechMBB at #Big12MBB Media Day! pic.twitter.com/f15hIcYc8N
— Big 12 Conference (@Big12Conference) October 25, 2016
