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Texas A&M guard Endyia Rogers declares for 2024 WNBA Draft, which is Monday night on ESPN

“We did things that people did not expect us to. Y’all had faith and belief in me like no other. Y’all are on the way to something special.”

After playing her final collegiate season in Aggieland, Texas A&M guard Endyia Rogers is taking her talents to the next level.

Rogers formally declared Wednesday for the 2024 WNBA Draft, which is Monday night.

“These past five years have been nothing short of amazing,” Rogers stated via X. “I appreciate everyone who came along this journey with me. It wasn’t always easy, but we found a way. I want to thank all my coaches from USC and Oregon for giving me the opportunity to play for their amazing programs.

“To my teammates and coaches at Texas A&M, I am super grateful that I was able to spend my last year of college basketball with you all and experience what it is like to be an Aggie. We did things that people did not expect us to do. Y’all had faith and belief in me like no other. I am thankful for the everlasting memories that I made with you all. I know that we did not finish the season the way that we wanted, but y’all are on the way to something special. Thank you all for everything, I am forever appreciative. As always, Gig’Em!

“To my family and friends, there is no me without you. It has been a journey since I was 4 years old. Y’all made every bit of the journey worth it. I appreciate the everlasting support and the sacrifices made throughout my basketball career. It takes a village. I love each and every one of you guys dearly.

“With that being said, I am going to pursue my lifelong dream of playing in the W, and will declare for the 2024 WNBA Draft!”

Rogers spent her underclassman years at the University of Southern California. Then she became an Oregon Duck for the next two before playing her final season at Reed Arena.

The 29th annual WNBA Draft is Monday at 6:30 p.m. CST on ESPN.

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Former Texas A&M men’s basketball player becomes back-to-back national champion at UConn

Hassan Diarra officially hit the individual jackpot by parlaying a spot on the Aggies bench into becoming a back-to-back national champion.

On Monday night in Arizona, a former Texas A&M men’s basketball player officially hit the individual jackpot by parlaying a spot on the Aggies bench into becoming a back-to-back national champion.

After two seasons in College Station, guard Hassan Diarra entered the transfer portal in 2022 and eventually chose the University of Connecticut as his next home. Choosing to play for Dan Hurley and the Huskies was ultimately a wise one as Diarra won his second consecutive title earlier this week.

In 13 minutes of action, Diarra tallied 9 points on 4-of-6 field goal attempts and 1-of-2 from 3-point range with 2 rebounds. In a battle of top seeds, UConn beat Purdue 75-60.

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Despite being in his fourth collegiate season, Diarra has the option to return to school for one more year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It appears very likely that he joins his peer, women’s hoops star Paige Bueckers, in coming back for one more year with the Huskies.

Diarra’s most memorable moment in Aggieland came during the 2022 SEC Tournament second round when he hit an overtime game-winner against Florida.

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PREVIEW: No. 3 Texas A&M baseball team boasts nation’s best pitching staff ahead of UTSA matchup

After taking 2-of-3 games during an SEC series in South Carolina, the #3 Aggies return home to Blue Bell Park on Tuesday night to play UTSA.

After taking two of three games during an SEC set in South Carolina over the weekend, the Texas A&M baseball team returns home to Blue Bell Park on Tuesday night to play the University of Texas at San Antonio.

The Aggies (28-4, 8-4 SEC) remained at No. 3 in the country on Monday in the USA TODAY Coaches Poll. Texas A&M had its eight-game winning streak snapped on Sunday in the series finale against the Gamecocks.

Pitching has been the Aggies’ biggest strength thus far. Texas A&M ranks in the top 10 of several national categories with six shutouts (1st), 3.27 ERA (2nd), 3.65 strikeout-to-walk ratio (2nd), 11.9 strikeouts per nine innings (5th), and 1.19 WHIP (7th).

The elite pitching staff is going to get even stronger soon as junior left-handed starter Troy Wansing is “close” to returning from injury according to coach Jim Schlossnagle.

The Aggies host the Roadrunners (19-13) at Olsen Field on Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. CST.

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‘They were promised Texas would never come in’: Paul Finebaum explains SEC’s betrayal of Texas A&M

“They felt that they had been promised Texas would never come in and they were promised, but things change. It’s A&M’s fault,” he explained.

Paul Finebaum was recently a guest on “That SEC Podcast” and the ESPN college football commentator discussed how the SEC went back on its word to Texas A&M Athletics by allowing the University of Texas to join the conference.

“They felt that they had been promised Texas would never come in and they were promised Texas would never come in, but things change. It’s A&M’s fault,” Finebaum recalled. “A&M was so successful in the SEC that Texas said, ‘We want some of that!’ Texas in 2010 was heading to the Pac-12, they had already commandeered a bunch of schools because they wanted to be more in line with the Pac-12 academics, the Stanfords, the Cals, which are now in the ACC.

“They finally realized that we need to do something. Texas could’ve gone to the Big Ten, ACC, all this nonsense that we heard. The SEC did nothing but answer the same phone call that everybody else got. The were on the prowl to leave and were going to go somewhere.”

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No. 13 Texas A&M softball team combines for no-hitter against Prairie View A&M

The Aggies dropped in the rankings this week and will certainly be rising back up next Monday following a combined no-hitter on Tuesday.

The Texas A&M softball team dropped in the rankings this week and whether they pay attention to them or not, they will certainly be rising back up on Monday following a combined no-hitter on Tuesday against Prairie View A&M.

The No. 13 Aggies (29-7) beat the Panthers (16-15) by a final score of 10-0 in five innings at Davis Diamond, triggering the 10-run mercy rule. Texas A&M scored 2 runs in the first frame, 1 in the second and 7 in the third.

Junior right-handed pitcher Emily Leavitt (7-1) and graduate student RHP Brooke Vestal teamed up to toss the no-hitter. Leavitt started in the circle and pitched the first 4.0 innings, striking out 7 batters on 58 pitches. Vestal pitched the final frame and allowed 1 walk with 3 Ks on 21 pitches.

Freshman designated player Mya Perez went 2-for-2 with 3 runs batted in and 1 walk. Junior shortstop Koko Wooley was 2-for-3 with 2 runs scored, 1 double, 1 triple, 1 RBI and 1 stolen base.

The Aggies recorded their 11th shutout of the season Tuesday, which ranks eighth-most in the country. Next up for Texas A&M is a three-game SEC series at home versus Kentucky, beginning Friday at 6 p.m. CST.

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No. 3 Texas A&M baseball team crushes Texas State in 7 innings for sixth straight win

Three days after needing 12 innings to sweep Auburn, the Aggies needed only seven to crush Texas State in a midweek game at Bobcat Ballpark.

Three days after needing 12 innings to sweep Auburn on Saturday, the Texas A&M baseball team needed only seven to crush Texas State in a midweek game at Bobcat Ballpark.

The No. 3 Aggies (26-3) beat the Bobcats (15-14) by a final score of 12-2 on Tuesday night to win their sixth game in row and eight of their last nine. Texas A&M scored 3 in the first frame, 1 in the third and sixth, respectively, 2 in the fourth and 5 in the fifth.

Redshirt senior right-handed pitcher Zane Badmaev (1-0) picked up the win following 1.2 innings of relief for starter, redshirt freshman RHP Luke Jackson. Badmaev tossed 1.2 innings and allowed 1 hit with 3 strikeouts on 22 pitches. Jackson pitched the first 2.1 frames and allowed 1 run, 2 walks and 1 hit by pitch on 48 pitches.

The Aggies totaled 12 hits, 8 of which went for extra bases, and drew 8 walks. Five Texas A&M batters tallied multiple hits.

Coming up next for the Aggies is a three-game series in South Carolina against the No. 19 Gamecocks on Friday at 6 p.m. CST.

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Freshman Caden Sorrell has become an invaluable member of No. 4 Texas A&M’s elite outfield

“Every single guy that we’ve got in the lineup is incredible. That’s why it’s so hard to get that starting spot because we have many guys.”

After intermittently starting to begin the 2024 season, Texas A&M freshman outfielder Caden Sorrell has quickly proven that he’s not only worthy of being an everyday starter, he’s also become an invaluable member of the No. 4 Aggies lineup.

“It’s been an amazing feeling. I started off not playing too much but kind of just making the most of every opportunity that I’ve been given. Staying true to my routine has been the biggest part for me,” Sorrell recalled postgame Friday night. “It can be a little unmotivating, depending on how you look at it. For me, it was just being the best teammate that I could be, even though I’m not playing, just being there for my guys.”

During a 12-8 win against Auburn at Blue Bell Park, Sorrell was 1-for-5 with 3 runs batted in, 1 home run and 1 run scored.

“The first two prior ABs weren’t too hot so I went up there and tried to do too much. Was just kind of moving guys over and doing the best that I could. It just so happened to carry out of the ballpark,” Sorrell said. “Our routine is to always stick to heaters, so that’s what we did, and we battled with two strikes.

“Every single guy that we’ve got in the lineup is incredible. That’s why it’s so hard to get that starting spot because we have so many guys that can hit. It’s amazing feeling that if you can’t do your job, you have someone behind you that can.”

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‘Star power guys’: Texas A&M baseball coach Jim Schlossnagle reflects on series win vs. Auburn

“Those guys at the top, the star power guys are going to do their thing most days. The key is can we get on base enough towards the bottom?”

Following a 12-8 win against Auburn to clinch a second SEC series victory in a row, Texas A&M head coach Jim Schlossnagle spoke to the media on Friday night.

The No. 4 Aggies (24-3, 5-3 SEC) were led to the win at Blue Bell Park against the Tigers by junior right-handed pitcher Tanner Jones (2-1).

“That was as good as he’s pitched. The last game was pretty good, he had a cutter going a little bit, all three pitches for the most part and that’s the deepest he’s pitched,” Schlossnagle said. “Remember that he missed most of the preseason so he is still kind of behind everyone else in terms of appearances and innings pitched. He did well against a good lineup and on a tough night to pitch.”

The outfielder dynamic duo of junior Braden Montgomery and freshman Caden Sorrell led the way with 3 runs batted in, respectively.

“Those guys at the top, the star power guys, those guys are going to do their thing most days. The key is, can we get on base enough towards the bottom? Ali (Camarillo) had a great night. (Hayden) Schott has shown signs of coming back,” Schlossnagle recalled. “Sorrell has been staying on baseballs the other way. That’s a big sign for a good young player like that. I thought Targac’s first at-bat was tough when he smoked a ball to center field but the game rewarded him finally down the left field line, so I’m happy for Ryan.”

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Texas A&M junior OF & RHP Braden Montgomery is among top tier of college prospects

“I knew I wouldn’t be getting as many fastballs as I would’ve liked so I just had to deal with what I got and see something over the plate.”

Texas A&M junior outfielder and right-handed pitcher Braden Montgomery departed Stanford last year for College Station and fans in Aggieland are extremely grateful for that.

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Montgomery hit two home runs during a 12-8 win against Auburn to clinch an SEC series victory on Friday night at Blue Bell Park, surpassing fellow outfielder, sophomore Jace LaViolette, for the lead in homers.

“It feels great to have another win in the column,” Montgomery said postgame. “Obviously, I’m always going to have the playful noise back and forth with Jace. We’ll see if he can answer back. I was just seeing the ball over the plate and seeing really good swings on off-speed pitches. I knew I wouldn’t be getting as many fastballs as I would’ve liked so I just had to deal with what I got and see something over the plate.”

Montgomery finished 3-for-4 versus the Tigers with a game-high 3 runs batted in, 2 HR, 1 double, 2 runs scored and 1 walk. The versatile junior is quickly establishing himself amongst the top tier of college baseball prospects.

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WATCH: Texas A&M football players answer who has the best fashion style on the team

The “Aggie Cam” has returned to the Aggies football team social media feeds and the first question at spring practice was a simple one.

The “Aggie Cam” has returned to the Texas A&M football team social media feeds and the first question at spring practice was a simple one: “Who has the best style on the team?”

The Aggies shared several names for their respective answers but one name kept coming up, Taurean York.

“I ain’t gonna lie… I’m gonna have to give it to York,” admitted junior offensive lineman Dametrious Crownover. “York come in every day with that fit on. I ain’t even gonna lie.”

The sensational sophomore linebacker is typically fitted from head to toe and his teammates have noticed.

“He’s in the training room, whole fit on, I’m like damn bro,” junior quarterback Jaylen Henderson joked. “We just eating breakfast bruh, chill out.”

With at least two more seasons in College Station to come, York is already a highly touted prospect.

“As far as the Dave Campbell award, it’s awesome because I saw myself rise through the rankings,” York reflected this week. “To see myself named No. 1 among all ages, not just the freshman class, is just God’s work.”

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