๐๐ฅ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ ๐ก๐๐ช๐ฆ: ๐๐ ๐ฐ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐ณ๐ถ๐น๐น๐ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต ๐ฎ๐ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐บ๐ฒ๐ปโ๐ ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐๐ธ๐ฒ๐๐ฏ๐ฎ๐น๐น ๐๐๐ฎ๐ฟ ๐ง๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ ๐ฆ๐ถ๐บ๐ฝ๐๐ผ๐ป ๐ฎ๐ป๐ป๐ผ๐๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ๐, โ๐โ๐บ ๐ป๐ผ๐ ๐ด๐ผ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ.โ
LUBBOCK, TX โ In a stunning and electrifying announcement that sent waves through the college basketball world, Texas Tech standout guard Trey Simpson confirmed he will be returning to the Red Raiders for the 2025โ26 season. The news broke via a heartfelt social media post early Saturday morning, simply captioned, “Iโm not going anywhere.”
Simpson, a junior guard who emerged as one of the Big 12’s most dynamic playmakers last season, had been at the center of intense speculation regarding his future. With NBA scouts taking a serious interest and transfer portal rumors swirling, many expected Simpson to either go pro or explore other opportunities. But instead, he made it clear: his heart remains in Lubbock.
โThis is home,โ Simpson later said in a follow-up video posted to the teamโs official account. โWeโve built something special here. And Iโm not done. Iโm coming back because I believe in this team, this coaching staff, and our fans.โ
The announcement immediately sparked celebration across Texas Techโs campus and fanbase, with students cheering in the streets and alumni flooding social media with support. Head coach Grant McCasland expressed his excitement, calling Simpsonโs decision โa testament to his loyalty, leadership, and love for this program.โ
โTrey is more than just a basketball player,โ McCasland said. โHeโs the heartbeat of this team. Having him back next season gives us a huge advantageโnot just on the court, but in the locker room, in practice, and in the culture weโre continuing to build.โ
Last season, Simpson averaged 18.4 points, 6.2 assists, and 4.9 rebounds per game, earning First Team All-Big 12 honors and leading the Red Raiders to a Sweet 16 appearance. His return instantly places Texas Tech among the early favorites to contend nationally next year.
Beyond the stats, Simpsonโs leadership and connection with the community have made him a fan favorite. Known for his charity work, energetic play, and relentless hustle, heโs become a symbol of the programโs grit and determination.
With Simpson staying put, expectations are sky-high heading into the 2025โ26 campaign. Red Raider Nation is ready, and with their star guard back in action, so is the dream of a national title.
One thingโs certain: Trey Simpsonโs not finished yetโand neither is Texas Tech.
