Hunter Haug had opportunities all over the country and could have ended up in many different situations. However, the four-star recruit settled on Texas Tech. The 2027 commitment ties the recruit to the program potentially into the 2030s. Players reserve the right to change commitments, but the plan appears to be Brendan Sorsby’s former team.
According to Hayes Fawcett of Rivals, the Red Raiders won the sweepstakes for Haug over multiple colleges in the general area of the country.
“BREAKING: Four-Star ATH Hunter Haug has Committed to Texas Tech, he tells me for
@Rivals. The 6’2 205 ATH chose the Red Raiders over TCU, Arkansas, and Oklahoma State. He’s ranked as the No. 4 ATH in the 2027 Rivals300 🌵,” Fawcett posted.
Fans reacted to the news in droves, with many welcoming the young player with open arms.
More fans reacted, calling out those who believed the Sorsby controversy had ruined the team’s chances of landing talent.
Haug will be staying in Texas as the ATH from Smithson Valley High School in Spring Branch, Texas, will be going to the state school.
Hunter Haug Addition Offers Texas Tech Options
As an ATH, Hunter Haug could work in several different positions for the Texas Tech Red Raiders. With the roster dotted with seniors, adding players like Haug with versatility helps guard against several departure risks.
Of course, in addition to the seniors, losing Brendan Sorsby could result in key losses from younger players in the next transfer window if the Red Raiders fail to pivot in the 2026 season.
However, for now, Haug serves as the first big indication that players won’t blacklist the program simply because of the controversy. Texas Tech still offers potential to local star prospects not looking to move away, and the program can also now use Haug’s addition as an example that the team is not tainted, which can open the door to new opportunities for more players to join.
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