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sports1 year ago

Texas vs. Texas A&M: The Rivalry Returns with High Stakes and High Prices

The Texas vs. Texas A&M college football rivalry is set to resume after a 13-year hiatus, with both teams now part of the SEC. The upcoming game at Kyle Field will be the 119th meeting between the two, with significant stakes as the winner will advance to the SEC Championship Game against Georgia. The rivalry, rich in history and cultural contrasts, has been marked by intense competition and memorable moments. This renewal is highly anticipated, with both programs aiming for national prominence and the game being one of the most consequential in recent history.

sports1 year ago

Oregon Ducks Secure First Ranked Win with Comeback Against Texas A&M

The Oregon Ducks continued their trend of second-half comebacks, defeating No. 20 Texas A&M 80-70 at the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas. Despite a poor shooting first half and being down by 10 with 10 minutes left, Oregon went on a decisive 16-0 run to secure the win, improving their season record to 6-0. Key players included TJ Bamba with 18 points and Jackson Shelstad with 16 points and 4 assists. Oregon's upcoming schedule includes challenging games against San Diego State and USC.

sports1 year ago

2024 College Football Playoff: Texas A&M and Ohio State's Path to the 12-Team Bracket

The College Football Playoff picture is shaping up with Oregon, Ohio State, Notre Dame, and Texas as locks for the 12-team bracket. Texas A&M faces a challenging path, needing to defeat Texas and Georgia to secure a spot. Near-locks include Penn State, Miami, Georgia, and Tennessee, while Indiana, Boise State, and SMU are hopefuls. The selection committee's decisions will hinge on upcoming rivalry and conference championship games, with several teams benefiting from recent upsets.

sports1 year ago

College Basketball Kicks Off with Upsets and Excitement

The 2024-25 men's college basketball season kicked off with notable performances and surprises. Duke's freshman phenom Cooper Flagg impressed with 18 points, while teammate Kon Knueppel led with 22 points. Purdue struggled initially in the post-Zach Edey era, and Texas A&M faced an upset by UCF. Kansas made strategic lineup choices, and Marquette's Kam Jones shone with 32 points. Injuries and strategic redshirting were also key storylines, with Saint Louis' Robbie Avila's injury being significant. New coaches like Mark Pope at Kentucky and Pat Kelsey at Louisville made strong debuts.

sports2 years ago

"Nic Scourton Joins Texas A&M as Top Transfer Portal Edge Rusher"

Former Purdue defensive lineman Nic Scourton, a Bryan native, is transferring to Texas A&M, bringing his impressive record of 50 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, and 10 sacks from the past season. Scourton, who has significantly improved his physique and performance since high school, is seen as a valuable addition to the Aggies' defense and a potential prospect for professional football.