Texas Longhorns superfan Scott Wilson dies at 74 after never missing a game in 25 years | International Sports News
Scott Wilson, one of the most devoted Texas Longhorns fans, died Friday at the age of 74, his sister Nancy Wilson shared on Facebook. She wrote that he passed away as she sang The Eyes of Texas. Wilson, an Austin lawyer and proud UT alum, hadn’t missed a Texas baseball game in over 25 years. He was hospitalized in early October in Jacksonville, Florida, after a medical emergency while traveling to see the Longhorns football team play at Florida on October 4. His sister later said he had been moved to hospice care before his passing.Wilson’s love for the Longhorns ran deep. A 1972 University of Texas graduate, he first went to a Texas football game in 1958 with his father and still kept the pennant from that day. He was planning to attend his 595th straight Texas football game before falling ill. His home in north Austin was filled with UT memorabilia, showing his lifelong passion for the team.
Jim Schlossnagle and former players remember Scott Wilson’s unmatched Texas pride
Texas baseball coach Jim Schlossnagle called Scott Wilson “the heart of Texas Baseball.” In a statement from the University of Texas, Schlossnagle said, “Scott’s been there through it all, from Opening Days to national championship runs, always wearing burnt orange and cheering for us. He will always be remembered as part of our Texas Baseball family.”Wilson’s fandom stretched across all Texas sports, football, basketball, volleyball, softball, and even golf and rowing. Major outlets like ESPN and The Los Angeles Times featured his story, showing how special he was to Longhorn Nation. The Austin American-Statesman also profiled him several times. Columnist John Kelso once joked that Wilson “drinks Milwaukee’s Best straight out of the can” but loved Texas sports more than anyone.Even after years in the stands, Scott Wilson stayed friendly and positive. He never criticized players and was known for leading the crowd in The Eyes of Texas.
Huston Street, Keith Moreland, and others share heartfelt tributes to Scott Wilson
Former Texas pitcher Huston Street called Scott Wilson “a leader, the unofficial mascot, and the most loyal fan, a true friend always with hope.” Broadcaster Keith Moreland said, “No one loved Texas sports more. He lived every moment with pride and heart.”Ex-pitcher Austin Wood remembered, “He never got mad at us. He was loyal like family. I’ll miss seeing him with his horns up.”Also Read: Luke Kwon Slammed As Old 2019 Article Resurfaces After Barstool Sports Golfer Misses Tee Time AgainFormer outfielder Drew Stubbs, part of the 2005 championship team, said Wilson “embodied bleeding burnt orange.” Coach David Pierce, who led Texas from 2017–2024, said Wilson always learned every player’s name to greet them personally.Kyle Russell, a Texas Hall of Honor player, remembered Scott Wilson singing The Eyes of Texas at Texas A&M games, firing up the team. “I don’t think we’ll ever have another Longhorn fan like Scott Wilson,” Russell said.
