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1/27/2026
Reed Arena Replaced by Splash Town: Aggies Rain 17 Threes on South Carolina
COLLEGE STATION, TX — On a Saturday that saw an impending winter storm threaten the Brazos Valley, the only thing colder than the outside air was the collective hearts of the South Carolina Gamecocks. Texas A&M didn't just win; they turned Reed Arena into a high-stakes game of "The Floor is Lava," except the lava was 24-foot jumpers.
The Aggies cruised to a 92-69 victory on January 24, 2026, and if you weren't watching, you likely missed a game that felt less like a basketball contest and more like a three-point shooting drill that South Carolina forgot to opt out of.
The "Zach Attack" is Back (And From Downtown)
The MVP of the afternoon was undoubtedly graduate forward Zach Clemence. In a performance that defied logic—and possibly the laws of physics—Clemence scored 21 points in just 15 minutes.
The Stat: He went 7-of-8 from beyond the arc.
The Vibe: At one point, Clemence looked like he could have thrown a medicine ball from the parking lot and it still would have rattled home. He single-handedly outscored the Gamecocks' bench (9 points) and likely several small municipalities.
A First Half for the History Books
The Aggies weren't interested in a "slow burn." They went on a 29-2 run in the first half that essentially ended the game before the popcorn was even salted.
Texas A&M set a school record with 12 made threes in the first half.
By halftime, the score was 46-25. The Gamecocks looked like they had been caught in the very winter storm they were trying to beat out of town.
Game at a Glance
Stat | South Carolina | Texas A&M |
Final Score | 69 | 92 |
3-Pointers Made | 9 | 17 |
Bench Points | 9 | 43 |
Rebounds | 30 | 43 |
The "Bucky Ball" Experience
Head coach Bucky McMillan has officially brought "Bucky Ball" to College Station, and it apparently involves a lot of sprinting and a complete disregard for the two-point shot. The Aggies' 17 total triples were just one shy of the school record, leading many to wonder if the hoop was actually a few inches wider on the Aggie end.
Even a technical foul on Rylan Griffen just seconds into the game couldn't slow the momentum. If anything, it served as a wake-up call for A&M to start launching from the logo. South Carolina’s Meechie Johnson did his best with 26 points, but when your opponent is shooting 43% from "Triple Town," your best is usually just a front-row seat to a blowout.
"To score 92 points in an SEC game is really something," Coach McMillan said post-game.
Translation: "We hit everything, and it was hilarious."
1/23/2026
The "Bucky Ball" Buffet: Aggies Feast, Bulldogs Catch a Nap
COLLEGE STATION, TX — In a game that was less of a "contest" and more of a 40-minute cardio workout for Mississippi State, the Texas A&M Aggies cruised to an 88-68 victory Wednesday night. If you missed it, don't worry—the Bulldogs missed a lot of things too, mostly the basket and their breath.
Here is the breakdown of the "Good, the Bad, and the 'Please Make the Pressing Stop.'"
1. The Rashaun Agee Stat-Padding Party
Forward Rashaun Agee decided that 2026 is the year of the double-double, recording his ninth of the season. He finished with 23 points and 10 rebounds, but the real kicker? He went 9-for-9 from the free-throw line.
In College Station, hitting 100% of your free throws is basically a miracle on par with finding a parking spot on Northgate during a game day. Agee was so efficient that by the second half, the Bulldogs were considering asking for his ID to see if he was actually a 7-foot tall robot programmed by NASA.
2. "Bucky Ball" is Basically a Horror Movie
The Aggies’ style of play—lovingly (or hatefully) dubbed "Bucky Ball"—is designed to make opponents feel like they are being chased by a swarm of very tall, very athletic bees.
The funniest moment of the night didn't even happen on the court. After the game, A&M’s Rylan Griffen revealed that Mississippi State star Josh Hubbard actually approached him mid-game to ask, "Dang, y'all going to stop pressing? Like, I'm getting tired out here."
Griffen’s response? "Man, unfortunately not, bro. We tired, y’all tired, too." It’s the "we’re all in this together" sentiment, except one side has the ball and the other side is contemplating a mid-court nap.
3. The Turnover Magic Trick
Mississippi State came into the game hoping to play basketball. Instead, they played a game of "Keep Away," except they were the ones who didn't have the ball.
A&M Turnovers: 3 (A season low and nearly a program record).
Points off Turnovers: 14-0 in favor of the Aggies.
The Bulldogs essentially handed the ball over so often that the Reed Arena ushers were checking to see if they were trying to donate to the 12th Man Foundation.
The Final Verdict
Texas A&M improved to 15-4 and looks like they could run a marathon immediately after a game. Mississippi State, meanwhile, is likely still at the hotel ordering extra electrolytes and googling "how to make the 1st half end sooner."
Up Next:
Texas A&M: Hosts South Carolina on Saturday (Jan 24).
Mississippi State: Goes home to hide from anyone wearing Maroon and White for at least 48 hours.
Gig'em!
1/18/2026
Extra! Extra! "The Eyes of Texas" Are Currently Full of Tears
AUSTIN, TX — In a move that local scientists are calling "biologically impossible," the University of Texas Longhorns successfully managed to lose a basketball game on Saturday night despite having home-court advantage, a "prestige" zip code, and enough Burnt Orange hubris to power the entire Austin power grid for a month.
The Texas Aggies marched into the Moody Center—a building designed to look like a high-end IKEA but currently serving as a funeral parlor for UT’s tournament hopes—and handed the "t-sips" a loss so decisive it’s currently being appealed to the Austin City Council as "unauthorized gentrification of the scoreboard."
The Highlight of the Night: The "Vinson" Special
The game’s turning point came when Jamie Vinson, a former Longhorn who wisely traded his orange spandex for Maroon and White, decided to introduce his former teammates to the concept of "gravity." Vinson uncorked a posterizing dunk so violent that the "Eyes of Texas" reportedly blinked in unison.
Sources say the Moody Center crowd, usually known for their golf claps and checking their stock portfolios mid-transition, fell so silent you could hear a single Patagonia vest zip up in the third row.
Technical Difficulties (and Technical Fouls)
Unlike the 2025 meeting where the Aggies famously played with six men on the court (an innovative strategy of "more is better" that sadly did not pay off), this year’s squad stuck to the traditional five.
The Longhorns, meanwhile, appeared to be playing with four players and one guy wondering if he should transfer to a school with a better breakfast taco scene. Coach Rodney Terry was seen on the sidelines looking increasingly like a man who had just realized he left his oven on, but the oven was actually his team’s perimeter defense.
Post-Game Analysis: Why the t-sips lost
According to local Aggie experts, the Longhorns' failure can be attributed to three main factors:
The Horns Down Curse: UT spent so much energy complaining to the SEC office about "disrespectful hand signals" that they forgot to practice rebounding.
Aggie Energy: The 12th Man’s presence was so loud that several Austin residents reportedly tried to file a noise complaint with the Homeowners Association.
The "Flagship" Problem: After Mike Elko officially dubbed A&M the "flagship university" of Texas last fall, the basketball team decided to prove it by sailing right over the Longhorns’ defense.
The Aftermath
As the final buzzer sounded, the Aggies celebrated by doing exactly what everyone expected: putting their Horns Down and heading back to College Station, where the air smells like freedom and the mascots are actual dogs, not overpriced steak.
The Longhorns are expected to spend the next week "moving on" by tweeting about their 2005 football championship and reminding everyone that they have a Whole Foods on campus.
1/15/2026
In a game that lasted longer than a line at the Northgate Whataburger at 2:00 AM, the Texas A&M Aggies fell to #24 Tennessee 87-82 in a double-overtime marathon on Tuesday night.
The Rocky Top Ref-Show
If you enjoy the sound of whistles every eleven seconds, this was the Super Bowl for you. The teams combined for a staggering 53 fouls and 74 free throws. At one point, it felt less like a basketball game and more like a competitive seminar on the physics of falling down.
The Aggies led for nearly 36 minutes, but apparently, the Knoxville refs have a "double-overtime premium" they needed to collect. Between a "ball-trajectory-defying" out-of-bounds call and the sheer volume of whistles, A&M was essentially playing 5-on-8 by the second OT. Jacari Lane (20 points) and Pop Isaacs (16 points) did everything but drive the team bus to keep A&M in it, but ultimately, the Vols out-slugged us at the charity stripe.
Next Up: The "T-Sips" are Coming to Town (Or We’re Going to Theirs)
As frustrating as Knoxville was, it’s officially time to flush it because the schedule is about to get a whole lot more... unpleasant. On Saturday, January 17, the Aggies head to Austin to face t.u. (yes, lowercase intended).
For those new to the rivalry, the "shorthorns" from Austin—the self-proclaimed "t-sippers"—are finally back on the conference schedule, and the hate has never felt more refreshed. While we were out in the fields building the foundation of this state, they were busy perfecting the art of pinky-out tea consumption and wondering why their "Austin-y" brand of weirdness hasn't won them a basketball natty since... well, ever.
Why We’re Ready to BTHO t.u.:
The Atmosphere: Expect the Moody Center to be filled with people who think "Hook 'em" is a personality trait and that overpriced artisanal toast is a pre-game meal.
The Mascot: Bevo is basically just a glorified lawn ornament that requires a security detail because he’s as temperamental as their fan base after a single loss.Rumor has it BEVO has entered the Portal because beef prices are worth more than his NIL deal in Austin.
The Logic: They call themselves "The" University of Texas, which is adorable considering A&M was established first. It’s like a younger brother wearing his dad’s suit and insisting he’s the man of the house.
After surviving a 2OT war in Tennessee, the Aggies are battle-hardened. If we can handle the Rocky Top whistles, we can certainly handle a bunch of "Sips" who are probably more worried about the post-game Chardonnay selection than a full-court press.
Prediction: Aggies by 90, or at least enough to make the Longhorns wish they’d stayed in their "swanky clubs" sipping Earl Grey.
Gig'em !
Brother Bo
1/13/2026
The "House Divided" Debrief: Aggies 83, Sooners 76
If you’re reading this from the couch, I hope you’ve claimed the good side of the cushions, because the Texas A&M Aggies just gave us the ultimate "I told you so" for the next year. On Saturday, January 10, Reed Arena became the site of a classic SEC showdown—and more importantly, the site of your fiancé’s temporary silence.
In a game that featured 19 lead changes, it was basically a three-hour stress test for your relationship. Here’s the breakdown of how our Ags secured the 83-76 win and why your Sooner-loving better half might be "forgetting" to do the dishes tonight.
1. The Tale of Two Halves (And One Very Tired Sooner)
The first half was a shootout that felt like a track meet. My fiancé was probably feeling pretty good when Oklahoma’s Nijel Pack was hitting everything in sight, finishing the day with 24 points. At halftime, the Aggies held a slim 48-45 lead, thanks to a literal last-second three-pointer by Rylan Griffen.
But then, "Bucky Ball" happened. Head coach Bucky McMillan’s high-pressure defense turned the second half into a marathon that the Sooners simply weren't conditioned for.
2. The Stat That Saved Your Sanity: Turnovers
If you want to know why I'm the one smiling today, look at the turnover column:
Texas A&M: 8 turnovers
Oklahoma: 17 turnovers
The Aggies turned those Sooner mistakes into 18 points. It turns out that when you play "Keep Away" with the basketball, it’s much harder for the other team to win. Who knew?
3. Rashaun Agee: The Human Double-Double
While my fiancé was cheering for Pack, Rashaun Agee was busy being the most productive person in College Station. He dropped 16 points and 12 rebounds, securing his seventh double-double of the season. He was the anchor that kept the Aggies steady when the Sooners tried to make their late-game push.
4. The "Cold Front" from Norman
Midway through the second half, Oklahoma actually led 67-63. This was likely the peak of your fiancé's trash-talking. But then, the Sooners went ice cold, missing their last 10 three-point attempts. While they were busy building a brick house, Ruben Dominguez and Zach Clemence were hitting the daggers that sealed the 83-76 victory.
The Domestic Fallout Report
As a proud Aggie, I now have the legal right (under the 12th Man Compact) to:
Hum "The Spirit of Aggieland" while making coffee.
Suggest "Maroon" as a primary wedding color (again).
Remind them that A&M is now 3-0 in the SEC, while the Sooners are heading home with a "learning experience."
Pro-Tip: If the tension gets too high, remind them that Nijel Pack crossed the 2,000-career-point mark during the game. It’s a nice "participation trophy" for them to hold onto while you hold onto the win.
Gig 'em, Aggies!
Letter left on the counter Sunday morning....
To: My Dearest Sooner From: A Very Humble (and Victorious) Aggie Subject: Thoughts and Prayers during this Difficult Time
My Dearest Sweetheart Denelle,
It is with a heavy heart—and a very wide smirk—that I am writing to express my deepest condolences for the events that transpired on Saturday, January 10th. I know how much you were looking forward to a celebratory "Boomer Sooner" chorus, but unfortunately, it appears the only thing booming in Reed Arena was our defense.
Please find below a few resources to help you through the grieving process:
Acceptance: Yes, those were 17 turnovers. No, they weren't "bad calls" by the refs. It’s okay to let go.
Perspective: While Oklahoma was busy missing their last ten 3-pointers, please remember that I still love you, even if your team’s shooting percentage was lower than the current temperature in Norman.
The Future: I’ve taken the liberty of setting my ringtone to "The Aggie War Hymn" for the next 24 hours. This isn't to be cruel; it’s simply to help you get used to the sounds of a winning program.
I know the loss is stinging right now, but look on the bright side: at least you have an Aggie in your life to show you what SEC dominance actually looks like.
I’ll be in the kitchen if you need a shoulder to cry on (or if you’re ready to admit that Maroon is actually your favorite color).
Gig ’em,
Your Favorite Aggie, Brother Bo
Since the Texas A&M Aggies officially own the bragging rights in your household until further notice, it’s only fair that your fiancé pays the "Aggie Tax." According to the (completely made up) Inter-Conference Relationship Act of 2026, a loss of this magnitude requires the losing party to fund the winner's fandom.
Here is the official "He Lost, I Won" Gift Registry for your Sooner to fulfill:
1. The "Reed Arena" Commemorative Hoodie
Since your fiancé had to watch the Aggies drop 83 points from the comfort of the couch, you clearly need a new, extra-plush maroon hoodie.
Purpose: To wear specifically on days when your fiancé is wearing Oklahoma red, providing a stark, superior contrast.
2. A "12th Man" Dog Bowl (or Cat Bed)
If you have pets, it’s time they officially declare their loyalty.
Purpose: The household pets shouldn't have to suffer through a "Boomer Sooner" lifestyle. This ensures that even the dog knows who the alpha is in the SEC.
3. The "Gig 'em" Gourmet Coffee Mug
Purpose: To be held prominently during every breakfast conversation for the next week. Every time you take a sip, you are legally allowed to bring up Rashaun Agee’s double-double.
4. A Year’s Supply of "Sooners-Are-Blue" Tissues
Purpose: For your fiancé to use while watching the highlights of those 17 turnovers. (Warning: May cause slight domestic friction).
5. Custom "House Divided" Doormat (Aggie Side Only)
Purpose: A doormat where the A&M side is pristine and the Oklahoma side is strategically placed where people knock their boots off.
The "Ultimate Forfeiture" Add-on:
The Wardrobe Swap: Your fiancé must agree to wear a "12th Man" 12th-man towel tucked into their belt for the duration of the next grocery store run.
Brother Bo
1/7/2026
The Great Neville Arena Heartbreak: A Tale of Two Buzzers
AUBURN, Ala. — In a game that was roughly 40 minutes of basketball and 10 minutes of referees squinting at a tiny monitor, Texas A&M escaped "The Jungle" with a 90-88 win on Tuesday night. It was a classic SEC showdown: one team forgot how to play for six minutes, the other team staged a comeback fueled by pure spite, and everyone went home confused by the space-time continuum.
The "How Did That Happen?" Run
For the first 27 minutes, Auburn looked like they were playing against a group of bewildered tourists. The Tigers built a commanding 61-45 lead with 12:29 left.
Then, apparently, the Aggies remembered they were allowed to put the ball inside the hoop. Led by Pop Isaacs, who came off the bench like a man who’d just triple-dog-dared himself to not miss, Texas A&M went on a blistering 33-6 run. At one point, they scored 11 points in just 31 seconds—a pace that is technically considered "illegal" in 48 states.
The Stats That Defy Logic
Pop Isaacs: 21 points, 4-of-8 from deep, and 100% chance of being Auburn’s new sleep-paralysis demon.
Keyshawn Hall: Scored 32 points and grabbed 12 rebounds for Auburn, essentially trying to carry the entire state of Alabama on his back.
The 3-Point Disparity: Texas A&M hit 13 triples. Auburn hit 7. In a game decided by two points, that’s what we call "math being a cruel mistress."
The "Almost" Miracle
The ending was a masterclass in emotional whiplash. With 0.6 seconds left, Auburn’s KeShawn Murphy caught a full-court heave, spun like a caffeinated top, and drained a 35-footer. The crowd went nuclear. The Tigers celebrated. The Janitors probably started thinking about overtime.
But wait! The referees—the ultimate party poopers—went to the monitor. After checking every possible angle (including, presumably, Murphy’s horoscope), they ruled the ball was still on his fingertips when the light turned red.
"It's devastating," said Auburn coach Steven Pearl, likely speaking for every fan who had already posted 'WAR EAGLE' on their Instagram story.
What’s Next?
The Aggies (12-3, 2-0 SEC) head home to face Oklahoma on Saturday, presumably to see if they can give their fans another near-fatal heart attack. Auburn (9-6, 0-2) will spend the week practicing their "getting the ball off in 0.5 seconds" drills.
Gig'em!
1/5/2026
Dec 29: The "Century Club" Gala vs. Prairie View A&M
If you like points, this game was essentially an all-you-can-eat buffet. The Aggies closed out non-conference play by dismantling Prairie View A&M 111-82.
The Record Breakers: This was A&M’s sixth 100-point game of the season, a new program record. At this rate, the scoreboard operators at Reed Arena are going to need a raise for repetitive motion strain.
The Agee Show: Rashaun Agee was playing like he had a flight to catch, putting up 19 points and 13 rebounds in just 22 minutes.
Bench Mob: The Aggies’ bench dropped 45 points. To put that in perspective, the bench alone outscored several other Division I teams' entire rosters that same night.
Jan 3: The "Heart Attack Special" vs. LSU
The vibes shifted from "party" to "panic room" real quick when SEC play opened against LSU. The Aggies escaped with a 75-72 win, but it wasn't exactly a walk in the park.
The Cardiac Ags: After leading by 10, A&M watched LSU go on a 12-1 run to take the lead late in the second half. The "12th Man" likely burned more calories from nervous pacing than the players did on the court.
Clutch Factor: Once again, Rashaun Agee decided losing wasn't on his calendar. He scored four straight points to reclaim the lead and finished with his sixth double-double of the year.
The "Phew" Moment: LSU had a chance to tie it at the buzzer, but Mazi Mosley’s three-pointer missed. Somewhere, a collective sigh of relief from College Station was picked up on local weather radar.
The Stats That Matter (Sort Of)
Category | vs. Prairie View (The Party) | vs. LSU (The Duel) |
Score | 111-82 | 75-72 |
Stress Level | "Pass the popcorn" | "Pass the blood pressure meds" |
Rashaun Agee | Double-Double Machine | Double-Double Savior |
3-Pointers | Raining from the rafters | Timely daggers (4 by Dominguez) |
Gig'em!
12/22/2025
Reed Arena or a Track Meet? Aggies Run Past East Texas A&M
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — If you walked into Reed Arena on Sunday afternoon expecting a basketball game, you might have been confused to find a track meet where one team was allowed to use a hoop.
Rashaun Agee decided the first five minutes were his personal layup line, scoring the Aggies' first eight points while the East Texas A&M Lions were seemingly still trying to find parking. Agee finished with a season-high 21 points and eight rebounds, leading Texas A&M to a 118-77 victory—a score that looks more like a high-end grocery bill than a box score.
High-Octane Aggies
The 118-point total is officially the third-highest in program history, which is impressive until you realize this team already dropped 120 on Mississippi Valley State back in November. Apparently, Coach Bucky McMillan has decided that "defense" is just a suggestion and "scoring 100+" is a mandatory personality trait, as this was the Aggies' fifth 100-point game of the season.
The stats from this game read like a video game played on "Rookie" mode:
The Aggies (9-3) shot a blistering 65% from the floor.
They hit 50% of their 28 three-pointers.
Pop Isaacs (15 pts), Marcus Hill (13 pts), and Mackenzie Mgbako (12 pts) all joined the party.
The Lions (6-6) did have a bright spot in Ronnie Harrison, who dropped 23 points, but even he couldn't stop a lead that ballooned to 44 points. At one point, Jacari Lane and Pop Isaacs hit three straight triples just to remind everyone that the rim was, in fact, the size of a hula hoop for the home team.
A Different Kind of History in Kansas City
While the men were busy turning Reed Arena into a scoreboard-repair shop, the Texas A&M Women’s Volleyball team was busy doing something even more historic: winning the whole dang thing.
In a performance that will be talked about in College Station until the sun burns out, the Aggies captured their first-ever NCAA National Championship on Sunday evening. They didn't just win; they dismantled the No. 1 seed Kentucky Wildcats in a 3-0 sweep (26-24, 25-15, 25-18).
"The hardest road possible" wasn't just a catchphrase. The Aggies had to go through three different No. 1 seeds—Nebraska, Pitt, and Kentucky—to hoist the trophy.
Kyndal Stowers was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player, while Ifenna Cos-Okpalla put an exclamation point on her career by setting the school record for blocks in the very same match. Between the 118 points on the hardwood and the gold trophy on the court, Sunday was a very bad day to be anyone playing against the Maroon and White.
Up Next: The men’s basketball team looks to keep the scoreboard lights burning against Prairie View on Dec. 29. Meanwhile, the volleyball team is expected to spend the next week figuring out how to fit a National Championship trophy into their carry-on luggage.
I'll leave it at that...no need to even talk about Football EXCEPT......
Montana State playing in the National Championship on Jan.5th in Nashville....I will see ya then!
Gig'em
12/14/2025
🤠 Aggies Lasso Jacksonville in Dominant Display of 'Bucky Ball'
COLLEGE STATION, TX – The Texas A&M men's basketball team didn't just win their Sunday night matchup against Jacksonville; they delivered a performance so one-sided, it felt less like a basketball game and more like a public exorcism of the frustration built up from last week's gut-wrenching overtime loss. The final score, a whopping 112-75 Aggie victory, suggests the Jacksonville Dolphins may have shown up expecting a swim meet and were instead handed an Air Raid playbook and told to "get buckets."
Coach Bucky McMillan, who reportedly hadn't slept since last Sunday's collapse, looked positively rejuvenated. His "Bucky Ball" offense, known for its high-octane pace and shooting, was in peak form. In fact, A&M's 112 points are now the ninth-most in program history—a number that probably made the team's historical record-keeper have to put down his celebratory brisket sandwich just to verify.
The Aggies’ shooting was so hot it was rumored to have thawed the ice in the concession stand's soda fountain. They shot a season-best 59.2% from the floor, prompting one long-time A&M fan to be quoted as saying, "They... they're making the three-pointers? Is this allowed? I might need to see a doctor about this lack of anxiety." The entire roster got minutes, and almost everyone got on the scoreboard, turning the fourth quarter into a sort of charity free-for-all. Jacksonville seemed less like opponents and more like practice pylons that occasionally tried to dribble.
The crowd of 6,250 Aggie faithful witnessed a team taking out their frustrations with a glorious, high-scoring vengeance. Guard Rylan Griffen, who led the charge with a season-high 19 points, confessed, "I was sick on Monday. I didn't even want to get out of bed. I was so anxious to play again." Well, Rylan, looks like you finally found your cure, and it was apparently a 37-point demolition of the Jacksonville Dolphins.
It feels good to have my feet back on solid ground in Montana after a week in Las Vegas for the National Finals Rodeo (NFR). I swear, trying to keep up with the Aggies' new, fast-paced "Bucky Ball" is less chaotic than trying to navigate the Strip when every single cowboy and cowgirl in the world is in town. Good to be home!
Gig'em Ags....Beat Miami!
Brother Bo
12/7/2025
🤠 Aggies' Hoops Hype XL: From Arlington Rally to Vegas Rodeo!
Well, howdy, Aggie faithful! You could cut the tension at College Park Center with a dull butter knife yesterday as the Texas A&M men's basketball team faced off against the SMU Mustangs in the "Hoop Hype XL" showdown. And when I say "showdown," I mean a proper, white-knuckle, "grab-yer-hat-and-hold-on-tight" kind of affair!
The first half? Let's just say it was about as fun as a root canal without the laughing gas. The Aggies looked like they were shooting into a thimble, going 1-for-16 from beyond the arc. The halftime score of SMU 41, Texas A&M 27 was proof that the maroon and white were more 'marooned' than 'white hot.' Coach Bucky McMillan must've given a halftime speech that involved actual fire and brimstone, because the second half saw a comeback so furious it made a bull rider look calm.
Led by the sharpshooting of Marcus Hill (who clearly had a double espresso at the break) and the post-dominance of Rashaun Agee (who's now notched three straight double-doubles, bless his heart!), the Aggies erased a 14-point deficit. We were up by four in the final minute! The crowd was roaring, the Aggies were surging, and for a glorious 60 seconds, it looked like we had the darn thing in the bag.
Then, bam. The clock struck midnight on the Cinderella story. A couple of sloppy turnovers that looked like something out of a rodeo clown's act, and suddenly SMU tied it up. Overtime hit like a rogue tumbleweed, and that's when the wheels truly fell off the Aggie wagon. The Mustangs outscored us 16-3 in the extra frame. Final score: SMU 93, Texas A&M 80. Yeesh. It was an 'overtime heartbreak' that felt less like a cardiac event and more like realizing you left your favorite Stetson at the last gas station.
🍻 Next Stop: Sin City and the NFR!
But hey, you know what cures a case of the Aggie Post-Loss Blues? A trip to Las Vegas!
That's right, forget the missed free throws and the over-time swoon. This team needs a little honky-tonk healing. I'm packing my bags, starching my Wranglers, and heading to the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) this coming week! I'll be there with the one and only Roadshow crew from The Mighty 790 and 94.7 KGHL, broadcasting live from the heart of the cowboy capital of the world.
We'll be swapping tales of tough losses for tales of eight-second rides, trading squeaky gym shoes for the sound of spurs, and replacing the sting of a basketball defeat with the thrill of a grand entry! We might not be winning in Arlington, but we'll be winning at the Gold Buckle. And I promise you, the only "turnover" we'll be discussing is the kind you eat at the casino buffet. See y'all in Vegas! Whoop!
The Fightin" Farmers vs Jacksonville Dolphins next Sunday the 14th...if I make it home from Vegas 😉😉😉
12/3/2025
🏀 Aggies and Panthers Play the World's Most Confusing Game of "Hot Potato Lead"
In a Tuesday night matchup that featured more dramatic lead changes than a soap opera finale, the Texas A&M Aggies somehow managed to defeat the Pitt Panthers, 81-73. The game, part of the ACC/SEC Challenge, will primarily be remembered as a masterclass in how not to hold a double-digit lead, a skill both teams perfected before abandoning it in a panic.
The game started with the Aggies on a mission, sprinting out to a lead that probably made everyone in Pittsburgh think about switching to hockey. Aggies up 14-5! "We've got this," mumbled every Texas A&M fan, before remembering what sport they were watching.
In a move that could only be described as aggressively polite, the Aggies said, "You know what, Pitt? That lead looks heavy. Why don't you try holding it for a bit?"
Pitt, bless their hearts, accepted the offering and launched into a furious, momentum-swinging, crowd-igniting 16-0 run in the second half. At that moment, the lead swung to the Panthers, 61-57, forcing a collective, panicked timeout from the A&M bench. It was the kind of run that makes a casual observer wonder if the Aggies suddenly forgot where the basket was located (they went six minutes without scoring, which is a near-eternity in basketball).
"Ah, the good old blown double-digit lead," mused Aggie faithful, adjusting their stress-induced tie knots. "Like clockwork."
But then, the Aggies decided that four-point lead looked entirely too comfortable on the Panthers.
The final six minutes of the game were sponsored by the Aggies' Free Throw Line Masterclass, where they shot a perfect 13-of-13. The Panthers, meanwhile, seemed to be actively trying to win a local raffle, only shooting a dismal 7-of-11 from the charity stripe all night.
In summary, the game's official box score should read:
Texas A&M: Led by Rashaun Agee's double-double (21 points, 13 boards) and a preposterous 90.9% from the free-throw line.
Pitt: Led by Barry Dunning Jr.'s double-double (18 points, 12 rebounds) and a team-wide passion for creating heart-stopping, yet ultimately fruitless, comebacks.
Final Score: Texas A&M 81, Pitt 73.
Moral of the Story: Winning a game of "Don't Blow the Lead" only requires you to blow it slightly less disastrously than the other team.
Brother Bo
11/30/2025
😂 A&M's Victory Over FSU: A Warning Label Was Probably Required 😂
TAMPA, FL — In a game that will forever be known as the time Texas A&M played a basketball game and Florida State played a very long, very sad interpretive dance, the Aggies absolutely obliterated the Seminoles 95-59 on Friday night. The score was so lopsided, the Seminoles’ mascot, Osceola, reportedly tried to call an audible... for a full-scale retreat.
From the moment the ball was tipped, A&M was playing "Bucky Ball," which, for those unfamiliar, is a new college basketball term defined as "a chaotic, full-court press that makes the opponent look like they're trying to escape a swarm of bees with a broken map."
The Aggies opened with an 11-0 run, making it look less like an actual game and more like a poorly attended layup line. By halftime, the score was 52-24, a difference that statisticians usually only see when one team is playing the Harlem Globetrotters' Washington Generals. It was so bad, ESPN had to switch its graphic from a basketball score to a warning about an aggressive front-court storm.
The Three-Point Terror
Aggie sharpshooter Rubén Domínguez went absolutely thermonuclear from beyond the arc, hitting seven three-pointers on the night for 21 points. Witnesses say his hands were literally smoking. A Florida State defender, after being burned for the fourth time, was spotted yelling toward his bench, "Is he still in Texas? Because I can't find him!"
Meanwhile, Aggie forward Rashaun Agee decided he owned the glass ceiling, grabbing a double-double with 17 points and a ridiculous 17 rebounds. When asked about his performance, Agee simply said, "They kept throwing the ball up, and I just kept catching it. It's not rocket science. It's just gravity and lack of FSU boxing out."
FSU's Quarter-Life Crisis
Florida State’s coach, Luke Loucks, who is in his first season, was refreshingly honest in his post-game comments, stating the Aggies "took their belt off and spanked us all night with it." Which is probably the most accurate sports commentary of the year.
The Seminoles shot a woeful 29% from the field. Their free throw shooting was even more inspiring—a chilling 8-for-17. Analysts agreed that this was less "poor shooting" and more "a total lack of focus, fear, or maybe the jerseys were too tight."
In a final indignity, as the clock wound down, a fan in the upper deck was heard shouting, "The score is a palindrome! 95-59! At least we made history!"
Texas A&M cruised to the 95-59 victory, and the only thing the Aggies left in Tampa was a massive pile of confetti and a truly shell-shocked Seminole squad. They'll celebrate the win and get ready for their next test. As for FSU? They're reportedly just trying to figure out which sport they're playing next. Maybe synchronized swimming. Less pressing.
Brother Bo
11/27/2025
😂 Delta Dawned: Aggies Serve Up Thanksgiving Feast, MVSU Brings the Turnovers 🦃
A&M 120, MVSU 84: A Reed Arena Scoreboard That Needed an Extension
Well, Aggieland, you asked for a basketball game, and what you got was a runaway carnival! On Tuesday, November 25th, the Texas A&M Aggies squared off against the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils in a game that felt less like an even competition and more like a practice scrimmage where the Aggies' bench decided to audition for starting roles.
The final score was a dizzying 120-84 Aggie victory, a point total so high I think the Reed Arena scoreboard operator needed a new abacus. Our boys under Coach Bucky McMillan, a man who clearly believes offense is the best defense, and the second-best offense, and maybe also the third, are officially embracing the era of "Bucky Ball." It's a beautiful thing to witness, especially for fans whose triple-digit score memories mostly consisted of comparing how many football games it would take to reach that number.
😈 The Delta Devil's Great Ball Hunt
The poor Delta Devils. You could tell they were trying, but their strategy seemed to be "pass the ball to the Aggie closest to you."
31 Turnovers: Thirty-one! That's more turnovers than my grandma makes for Thanksgiving dessert. The Aggies' press was so relentless, it looked like our defense was auditioning to be TSA agents. Every time an MVSU player touched the ball, it was an adventure, usually ending in a maroon-and-white blur sprinting the other way for an easy two points. They even turned over a couple of inbounds plays. I'm pretty sure one of the turnovers was just a player accidentally stepping on the logo out of pure panic.
Free Throw Fiesta: The game devolved into a free throw shooting contest, and the Aggies were all-stars. We shot 50 free throws, making 42 of them! That's the second-most made free throws in program history. I'm starting to think Coach McMillan's new offense is just a complicated, 94-foot scheme designed to trick the opponent into committing a foul every 30 seconds. It's genius! It's also probably why the MVSU coach looked like he was desperately trying to calculate his team's per-turnover income taxes on the sideline.
🌟 The Maroon & White Bench Mob
This wasn't just a win; it was a showcase for Aggie depth. Our bench scored a season-high 66 points! That's right, the guys who usually bring the towels were out there putting on a scoring clinic.
Mackenzie Mgbako led the charge with 19 points, making him the newest member of the "Can't Miss" club, whose members have yet to miss a shot near the basket.
Jamie Vinson had a career night with 12 points and 6 rebounds. He was dunking the ball so hard, I was worried he was going to re-route the campus power grid.
We had six Aggies in double figures. The scoring was so distributed, the stat sheet looked like a potluck dinner menu where everyone brought a delicious dish.
In the end, it was a fantastic night of fast-paced, high-scoring, foul-drawing, turnover-inducing basketball. As for the Delta Devils, they certainly lived up to their name by dropping off the map by the end of the game. They're going home with a respectable 84 points, but also a new fear of full-court pressure and the distinct sound of a referee's whistle.
Gig 'Em! And get ready for more Bucky Ball!
Brother Bo
BTHO those t-sips from Sodom & Gomorrah ( Austin)
11/24/2025
🏀 Aggies Prove Once Again That Being an Aggie is Great, Even From a Distance (A Very, Very Cold Distance)
By: An Aggie Who is Definitely Not Crying About the Montana Snow
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (But I'm in Billings, Montana, and my 'yell' is currently just a whisper because the air is below freezing) — Well, another Friday night, another completely shocking blowout victory for the Texas A&M men's basketball team. Who could have possibly predicted that our plucky little squad (currently 4-2, which is practically undefeated if you only count the games we win) would roll over the Manhattan Jaspers? I mean, it was only a 109-68 victory. We barely squeaked by!
And I got to follow along from the comfort of my, shall we say, rustic Montana cabin, where the closest I get to 'College Station' is seeing the maroon stain on my coffee mug. But that’s fine. I’m an Aggie. I’ll "stand for the BTHOs" from anywhere, even if "BTHO" currently stands for "Be Tucked Hibernate Outside" given the weather.
The Dominguez Dynasty (Or Just a Really Good Night)
Let's talk about the real hero of the night, Rubén Dominguez. The sophomore dropped 30 points, which is impressive, but the way he did it is truly peak Aggie: All of his points came from behind the 3-point line. He went 10-of-14 from downtown, shattering the program record for 3-pointers.
It’s almost like he saw the two-point area and thought, "Nah, that’s where the other guys score. I’m going for the high-risk, high-reward option, because I’m an Aggie and we like to make things dramatic." Seriously, Rubén, next time just walk the ball down the court and launch it from the opposing team's bench. You clearly have the range. We’re so proud! But also, I'm slightly worried about your depth perception, son.
A Sarcastic Salute to the Squad
Marcus Hill chipped in 19 points off the bench, which is exactly what we need. It's important to have someone come in and continue the beatdown with the fresh legs. Think of it as a quality relief pitcher coming in during the ninth inning of a 9-0 game to throw the final strike. Crucial work.
Rylan Griffen added 17, and Jacari Lane 12. Excellent, excellent work contributing to the "everybody gets a trophy" scoreline.
Rashaun Agee grabbed 10 rebounds. He was just being polite, making sure Manhattan had to watch us score on the second and third chances, too. It’s all about manners.
The final margin was 41 points. Manhattan, bless their hearts, was led by Terrence Jones with 13. When your leading scorer can’t even match the point total of one of our bench players and is 17 points behind our record-breaker, you know you’ve had a rough night.
History Repeats Itself, But Louder
The Jaspers trailed the entire game, and our 19-5 second-half run was apparently what "buried" them. You know, just in case they were still holding onto hope after the first half ended with a 20-point deficit. We were just tying up the burial bag, so to speak.
And here’s the best part: We previously beat Manhattan in the Old Spice Classic in 2010. The score back then? 74-45. It’s comforting to know that our program’s goal for beating the Jaspers over the last 15 years has been to score exactly 35 more points. It's all part of the master plan, folks. We plan our increases in victory margin years in advance.
Anyway, I’m going to go pour myself some more coffee and try to find my maroon parka. Gig 'Em, Aggies! Keep crushing the competition while I crush this existential dread caused by a perpetual state of winter.
Oh and just because I write for basketball...doesn't mean this former football player has ignored the other sports....
BEAT THE HELL OUT OF THE T-SIPS !!!!! Gig'em!!!!!
Brother Bo
Beat The Hell Out of t.u.!
11/19/2025
Texas A&M vs. Montana: A Mountain Man's Guide to Surviving Aggie Basketball Anxiety 😂
86-81: The Night Montana Nearly Broke Aggie Hearts (and My Remote Control)
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, TX – Well, my fellow maroon-blooded Montanan, we did it. Texas A&M men's basketball secured a glorious, albeit medically-unadvisable, 86-81 victory over the mighty Montana Grizzlies on Tuesday night.
As an Aggie marooned in a land where the only thing bigger than the mountains is the collective shock when it snows before Halloween, this game was supposed to be my moment of quiet, confident pride. A warm, fuzzy W to counter the cold, fuzzy air. Instead, it was a 40-minute anxiety attack punctuated by two very different teams playing four completely different games.
The First Half: Howdy, Y'all! We're the SEC!
The first half was a beautiful, sun-drenched Texas afternoon of basketball. The Aggies shot the lights out—we're talking 71% from the field! We built a comfortable 14-point lead at halftime, and I, naturally, texted all my Montana friends something smug about the superiority of the SEC's hardwood over the Big Sky’s... or maybe it was just a picture of Reveille. Point is, the victory felt inevitable.
My inner monologue: "See, Montana? That's what a program with a dedicated Yell Practice budget looks like! We're going to win by thirty! Gig 'Em!" I was practically whistling "The Spirit of Aggieland" while polishing my spurs (a purely symbolic, Montanan-Aggie tradition, of course).
The Second Half: The Grizzly Bear Woke Up, and So Did My Ulcer
Then, the second half started. And that's when the Grizzlies, bless their snow-loving hearts, remembered that in Montana, you don't quit just because you're down 19 points with seven minutes left. You just get madder and start throwing things.
Specifically, they started throwing three-pointers. Money Williams (yes, that’s his name, and he earned every penny of it in this half) became a walking, talking inferno, scoring 18 of his 22 points in a furious late-game rally.
The Grizz, who apparently used the 19-point deficit as a personal motivator, went on a run so terrifying it could only be described as a runaway Big Sky avalanche. They hit their last twelve field goals! My comfortable lead evaporated like a snowdrift in July.
I went from calmly sipping my ice cold Miller High Life to standing on my couch, yelling incomprehensibly at the television, possibly alarming the local elk population. The score went from 73-54 to 81-80 in what felt like the time it takes to say "Hullabaloo, Caneck! Caneck!"
🐻 The Grizzly Comeback Code: When down by 19, just hit every 3-pointer until the opponent’s mascot sweats through its fur.
The Climax: A Free Throw Line, a Turnover, and a Sigh of Relief
The final nine seconds were a study in pure, unadulterated basketball panic. Montana got within one point (81-80), and my heart tried to escape my chest cavity.
But here’s where the Aggie Spirit—or maybe just the sheer pressure of not losing to a team from a state where a bison is a traffic hazard—kicked in. The Aggies, bless their exhausted souls, were absolute ice men at the free throw line, sinking 9-of-10 attempts in the final stretch.
The game was ultimately sealed when Montana committed a turnover in the dying seconds. It was a chaotic, beautiful, messy win, clinched by the most Aggie of ways: grinding it out with defense and free throws.
Montana-Aggie Post-Game Feelings
I'm now physically, emotionally, and spiritually drained. I simultaneously want to send a congratulatory "Gig 'Em!" text and a consolatory, "Y'all still got the better mountains!" note.
To my fellow Aggies: Never, ever take a 19-point lead for granted. To the Montana Grizzlies: You are terrifying. Please go back to scaring hikers, not my basketball team.
But hey, a win is a win! I’ll take the victory, and now I’m going to go drink some hot cocoa and start planning how to build a Reed Arena-themed snow fort. BTHO everyone!
Brother Bo
11/16/2025
The Texas A&M Aggies: Masters of the False Dawn
Bryan-College Station, TX – If you attended the Texas A&M Aggies Men's Basketball game against the UCF Knights on November 14th, you witnessed a performance that can only be described as a masterclass in the psychological art of "getting one's hopes up, only to be violently hurled back to reality."
The game, which UCF ultimately won 86-74, started promisingly enough for the Aggies. A&M and UCF played a friendly game of "You score, I score, wait, we're tied?" for the first half, ending at a perfectly symmetrical 30-30. It was basketball's version of a perfectly hung picture frame—nice, neat, and utterly non-committal.
The 14-Point Aggie Mirage
Then came the second half. Oh, the second half. Texas A&M, in a stunning and utterly uncharacteristic burst of competence, went on an 11-0 run and established a glorious 14-point lead! The 12th Man was roaring. The "Bucky Ball" era was delivering on its promise of fast-paced, high-octane offense. For a brief, shining moment, it seemed as if the Aggies had somehow stumbled upon the winning combination for a safe in a heist movie.
However, much like a diet that starts on a Monday, A&M's commitment to winning dissolved faster than a free sample at Costco.
The UCF "Wait, Did I Leave the Stove On?" Surge
Enter the UCF Knights. They looked at the 14-point deficit and essentially shrugged. We assume their coach told them, "Don't worry, they're A&M—just wait a minute," and the team took it literally.
The Knights proceeded to unleash a scoring spree that was less of a run and more of a spontaneous combustion. In the final 12 minutes of the game, UCF casually outscored the Aggies 46-22. That's not a shift in momentum; that's a full-scale, late-game personality transplant for both squads.
The Aggies' late-game strategy appeared to be based on the novel idea of letting UCF sharpshooters Jordan Burks (who had a career-high 21 points, with 5 three-pointers) and Carmelo Pacheco (5-of-6 from deep) have a three-point contest, which they aggressively lost.
In the end, the Aggies were left staring at a 74-86 defeat, wondering where their 14-point lead went. It likely went out for a nice dinner and a movie with UCF's scoring efficiency, and they sent a postcard saying, "Wish you were here, but we're doing great!" The Aggies' loss served as a crucial reminder to all fans: in college basketball, a double-digit lead is a mere suggestion, and for the Texas A&M Aggies, a second-half lead is often a beautifully wrapped gift box... that only contains a receipt for heartbreak.
Brother Bo
11/13/2025
The Aggies Found the Rim, But it Wasn't for Love
STILLWATER, Okla. — The Texas A&M Aggies came into Stillwater for a Sunday matchup against Oklahoma State, riding high on a two-game winning streak. They left on the back of a runaway train called "the Cowboys' offense," which, it turns out, is a more effective method of transportation than whatever the Aggies were doing with the basketball.
In a game where Texas A&M shot a respectable 82.7% from the free-throw line, a basketball fundamental that even the most timid gym class participant can master, the rest of their performance was... less conventional. The Aggies shot a paltry 32% from the field and an even more miserable 9-for-35 from beyond the arc. To put that in perspective, a professional fisherman would have a higher shooting percentage in a hurricane.
Oklahoma State, on the other hand, treated the game like an open buffet of baskets. The Cowboys, featuring 12 newcomers including seven transfers, looked like a team that had been together for years, and not a group of strangers who just met at a bus stop. Their ball movement was crisp, their shooting was solid, and their bench put on an absolute clinic in the first half. Meanwhile, A&M's bench looked like they were waiting for a taxi that never arrived.
Perhaps the Aggies were simply blinded by the newness of the Cowboys' roster. "Wait, who is that guy? And that guy? Do we even have a scouting report for these new guys?" one Aggie player was reportedly heard whispering to a teammate. "I think one of them is the guy who serves me coffee every morning."
Marcus Hill was the sole Aggie in double-digit scoring with 14 points, while the Cowboys had five players in double figures. It was like watching a one-man band perform a concert while a full orchestra played in the background. Hill, to his credit, gave a valiant effort, but it was like bringing a water pistol to a fire hose fight.
In the end, the Cowboys won handily, 87-63, and the Aggies were left to ponder their performance. Did they learn a valuable lesson? Probably. Did they have a little bit of fun playing basketball? Unclear. Did they finally make it back on the bus to go home? That, at least, seems likely. Bo Swayze
11/7/2025
Reed Arena Report: Aggies Beat Texas Southern, But Only After a Collective Mid-Game Existential Crisis
COLLEGE STATION, TX – The Texas A&M Aggies defeated the Texas Southern Jaguars 104-70 on Thursday night at Reed Arena, but the final score only tells half the story—the half where the Aggies finally woke up and remembered how to play basketball. The first half, as is customary for an Aggie non-conference game, was a masterpiece of tension, missed shots, and synchronized student-section panic.
The game started with the Aggie student section, the legendary Reed Rowdies, perfecting their traditional pre-game performance: pretending to read their newspapers (presumably The Battalion) while the opposing team's starting lineup was announced. The unspoken message: "We are so unconcerned with you, we're catching up on local news."
Texas Southern, apparently offended by the journalistic snub, proceeded to build a lead, baffling the Aggies and the faithful in attendance. At one point, with A&M trailing 23-17, the offense looked like they were shooting with a blindfold on and a hand tied behind their back. Aggie fans began to speculate on Reddit that there was "something wrong with the basket on that side of the court," a popular local conspiracy theory that pops up whenever a shot doesn't go in.
The "Brick! Brick!" chant, typically reserved for an opponent's egregious air ball, was dangerously close to being turned on A&M's own players. The Aggie bench, meanwhile, was reportedly running out of towels to nervously wring.
Then, at halftime, something clicked. Was it a rousing speech from Coach Bucky McMillan? A detailed schematic adjustment? Or maybe someone just yelled "Free pizza!" and the Aggies mistook the basket for the delivery driver. Whatever it was, A&M came out firing in the second half, unleashing a blistering 20-4 run that turned the "Sickos Game" into a predictable Aggie romp.
The Reed Rowdies, sensing the shift, were now in peak form. Every Texas Southern foul was met with the synchronized finger-point and the five-time scream of "You!" Every Texas A&M three-pointer saw the entire section jump on the count of three. When Texas Southern called a timeout—a desperate plea to stop the bleeding—the crowd immediately began the classic, mocking chant of "Chairs! Chairs! Chairs!" directed at the student managers scrambling to bring out seating.
By the time the Aggies cracked the 100-point mark on a three-pointer, the only real suspense left was how many different players were going to get in on the action (12, it turned out).
In the end, it was a dominant victory for the Aggies, but not without giving the fanbase a collective, two-hour anxiety attack first. Aggie basketball: It's rarely easy, but it's almost always entertaining.
The Aggies will return to Reed Arena... after all of us recover from the first half.
11/3/2025
Aggies Unleash "BuckyBall" on the Demons: A Report From the Bleachers!
Well folks, buckle up your belts and hide your grandmas, because the "BuckyBall" era at Texas A&M has officially begun, and it came in like a wrecking ball wearing maroon and white! The Fightin’ Texas A&M Aggies didn't just play their season opener against the Northwestern State Demons; they performed a 40-minute, high-energy exorcism right there on the sacred hardwood of Reed Arena.
In front of a packed house of 7,500 screaming (and probably slightly deafened) Aggies, the highly anticipated Frankenstein-like roster assembled by the master-mind himself, Coach Bucky McMillian, took the floor. McMillian, who apparently learned his coaching chops from a time-traveling version of Nolan Richardson, unleashed an immediate, full-court, caffeine-fueled assault. The intensity on display hasn't been seen since the invention of the double-shot espresso, or maybe since that legendary 1994 Arkansas squad.
The Game: A 40-Minute Carnival of Chaos
The game started, and the "BuckyBall" philosophy was clear: "40 minutes of Hell" is back, and it's brought a whole host of transfer portal stars and hotshot recruits with it. The Demons looked less like a threat and more like a collective deer caught in the headlights of a very fast, very aggressive maroon truck.
Shooting: The Aggies were sizzling, hitting 49.5% from the field. Sure, they only went 11-31 from the arc, but that's what happens when you're too busy sprinting past the three-point line to dunk it.
The Boards: A&M dominated the glass, pulling down 44 rebounds (including a staggering 17 offensive boards). It looked like the Aggies were rebounding their own shots just for fun, or maybe because they left their car keys under the basket.
Defense: Northwestern State turned the ball over 16 times, which the Aggies promptly converted into 24 points. That's not just defense; that's a polite, organized robbery.
The Conclusion: Total Domination
By halftime, the Aggies had built a comfortable 56-35 lead. They didn't slow down after the break—they just kept the pedal to the metal, proving that Bucky McMillian subscribes to the school of coaching that believes a lead is just a suggestion to score more.
The final buzzer sounded, mercifully ending the Demons’ suffering, with a definitive 98-68 victory for the Aggies. Every Aggie got a chance to experience the BuckyBall magic (or madness), with the intensity remaining fierce until the very last tick.
The verdict? This could be a sleeper team, or it could be a total train wreck. But today, it was a blowout of epic, fast-paced proportions.
Next up, the Aggies welcome Texas Southern on Thursday, November 6th. Let's see if the BuckyBall express keeps rolling, or if they need to refuel after this 40-minute sprint!
3/14/2025
Well, it’s about time for big-time players to play BIGTIME!
The #14 Fightin’ Texas Aggies vs the tu t-sips in the second round of the SEC tourney. The ‘sips earned the chance to get destroyed by beating Vandy. This is a chance the Ag’s to provide a five-finger throat punch and knock the ‘sips out of the NCAA tourney.
Well, the Ag’s failed to dispose of the ‘sippys and lost in double overtime 94-89.
In his final SEC Tournament game, Wade Taylor led the Aggies with 29 points on 17-18 free throw shooting to not only eclipse 2,000 career points at Texas A&M but become the all-time leading scorer in the SEC Tournament. In the end, it seemed that turnovers did the Aggies in, losing the battle 13-6. Losing Washington and Garcia due to fouls also hurt the team. The tough loss aside, the Fightin’ Texas Aggies are still guaranteed a spot in the NCAA Tournament, and the team will now await to see what their final seeding is. So get some rest gentleman. Gig’em!
3/10/2025
The # 22 Fightin’ Texas A&M Aggies came into Tuesday night’s game vs #1 Auburn on a 4 game skid needing to prove something. That they did. A&M never trailed the tigers the entire game and rolled on to a 83-72 victory at Reed Arena.
This was the Aggies first-ever win over a #1 ranked team and the rowdy crowd of 12,257 surely showed the country the true spirit of The 12th Man.
This might be the Aggies best complete game of the year and did what they do best, crashing the offensive boards and had a 24- 9 advantage over Auburn. Hopefully they can carry this momentum to the final regular season game against the kittys of LSU and into the SEC Tourney.
After the game, Texas A&M sent Taylor IV's No. 4 jersey to the rafters at Reed Arena, where only Acie Law IV has hung for years. There’s something special about #4 in Aggieland!
Last game of the SEC regular season sees #22 Texas A&M Aggies visiting lsu kitties at Baton Rouge, LA. It was a slug fest in the being that played right in to the Ag’s playbook. They flat out wore the kitties down. When the team decided to clamp down the boards, it was over, out rebounding the kitties 42 – 27.
Wade Taylor IV finished with 17 pts, bringing his 4-year total to 1,999.
Solid win going into the SEC tourney- please give us those t-sip from tu- horns down! Gig’em!
3/3/2025
Well the losing streak continues to 5 in a row as Texas A&M continues to battle down the stretch heading into the SEC Tourney and March Madness.
#12 A&M loses to Vandy in a close one 86-84 @ Reed Arena and then to #3 Florida 89-70 in Gainsville that was never close.
We are going in the wrong direction and need to show some huevos against #1 Auburn on Tuesday and finish strong against LSU. Gig’em!
2/24/2025
The #7 Texas A&M Aggies went on the road to Starkville, MS to play at the best named arena in the nation. Unfortunately, The Ags didn’t get over “The Hump” vs Miss St in The Battle of the Maroon.
The Bulldogs started off strong jumping out to a 15-8 lead with the Ags closing with a 10-0 run before the half to take a small 31-30 halftime lead.
The second half was horrible with the Ags going on a 4 minute scoring drought and losing 70-54.
The Saturday game was supposed to be a battle of 2 of the SEC best defenses with # 6 Tennessee visiting the #7 Fightin’ Texas Aggies at Reed Arena in an early match-up. Now with it being National FFA week, I was swamped with Blue Jackets and kept my phone on the game during our events here in Montana.
Ag’s started strong with a dunkfest the first few minutes which was impressive but as the game went on I could tell we play better at night, geez. Vols up 36-32 at the half.
The Ags battled hard in the second half even tying it up with 4:37 left in the game at 57 but they couldn't get over the tenacious Tenn D to close this one out. Ags lose again 77-69.
Back to the drawing board for Vandy on Wed night!
2/17/2025
Early morning game with the piggies from Arkansas visiting Reed Arena vs the #8 Texas A&M Aggies on Saturday. This was definitely an ol’ fashion SWC Brawl from the beginning. Ags started slowly, probably waking up early after a night at the Dixie Chicken. Pigs went up 8-0 by beating the Ags at their own game- crashing the boards and lots of fouls and wrestling.
Aggies went on a 9-0 run to close out the half leading 33-25. Wade Taylor IV starting warming up by in the second half and is now the all -time leading score in school history with more records to fall before the end of the season.
Aggies defense woke too outscoring the piggys 22- 7 on points off of turnovers. Arkansas did get as it to 50-50 tie until the The Fightin Farmers went on another 9-0 run and finished off the game with a 69-61 victory. The Aggies have now won 20 or more games the last 4 seasons in The SEC and look forward to Miss St up next. Gig’em!
2/13/2025
Lots of hype set up #10 Texas A&M @ #15 Mizzou on Saturday’s match up so it was probably the Game of the Week. Aggies had only one game this week after a brutal January schedule and had a day off to rest and to think about the tigers.
The Ags started on a 12-0 run as” Miss U” couldn’t hit anything. The kitties eventually found their shot and with a couple of runs got it close with the Ags closing the first half with a 38-29 lead. Both Taylor IV and Payne had gotten into foul trouble and had to sit awhile as Mizzou clawed back into it with a 12-0 run themselves to tie it 64-64 with 9.8 secs left in the game.
But as we have seen all year long, big time players make big time shots. Taylor IV nails a 3 with 2.1 seconds left in the game and the Fightin' Farmers from College Station Walk out of Columbus with the W.
Then on Tuesday, a depleted Georgia Bulldog team came to town as the #8 Aggies were licking their chops. Well, it didn’t start like the Ags wanted to as Georgia came out on FIRE. Dismal shooting by A&M (23%), a ½ step slower on D and lack of intensity led to a Bulldog lead at the half 32-23.
This was definitely a tale of 2 halves. The Aggies' elite defense held the Pups scoreless for nearly 15 total minutes and allowed only 15 points in the second half. The Ags went on a 22-0 run showing their potential even when things aren't going as planned. The Fightin’ Farmers win 69-53. Bring on the Piggy’s as Texas A&M hosts Arkansas on Saturday.
2/2/2025
Great week for the Texas A&M Aggies with two big SEC conference wins against the spooners of Oklahoma and the fighting chickens of South Carolina. Playing in the nation's most physical conference, these are the games we need to win with March Madness right around the corner.
The Ags started Tuesday night facing the spooners in College Station. We really need to get that bad taste out of our mouths from the horrible loss to the sippy's in Austin.
It was BTHO Cancer night at Reed Arena with the crowd in a sea of pink, the team wearing home white jerseys with neon pink lettering and shoes. And always dressed to the T, Coach Buzz Williams also followed suit, literally dressed in pink. The dude is without a doubt the best dressed coach in basketball. Enough about wardrobes...on to the game.
Another physical game with the Ags dominating on the glass. Shooting only 27% from the field and a dismal 4 out of 24 from the 3 pt line kept the Okies in the game leading to only an Aggies 33-31 lead at the half. But did I mention that we DOMINATED the glass? The Aggies out rebounded OU 47-19 with A&M having 21 offensive boards. That is why the Fightin' Texas Aggies are AMERICA'S # 1 rebounding team.
OU tried to make it close at the end getting within 4 points but luck ran out when Wade Taylor IV made a 3point play to extend it back to 7. Henry Coleman III finished it off making 4 free throws in the final minute and sent the spooners packing back to Norman. The Ags also remembered how to shoot free throws for a change shooting 83% going 29-35 from the charity stripe.
Wade Taylor IV is now the 1st player in school history with 1400 points and 200 plus steals in his career with many more records to break before he is done.
Zhuric Phelps added 15 points and Coleman added 14 for the victory.
Solid win and and so proud to see the Aggie faithful honor the fallen and the survivors of breast cancer.... F&*K CANCER!!!!
Next up was a road trip to Columbia, SC to play the Fighting Chickens who have yet to win a conference game. I decided to watch the game at the American Legion Yellowstone Post 4 in Billings, MT which was incorporated by Congress in September 1919. Great place to watch basketball!
Sloppy start at the beginning of the game, with the Ags usings 15-0 run to go up 32-19 midway through the first half. Every time the chickens tried to make a run A&M answered.
The Aggies shot 60% from the field with SC only managing barely 40% and the Ags led 44-36 at the half.
Wade Taylor went OFF from 3pt land going 5-6 for 15 points at the intermission .....And when I say "went off", I mean draining shots from the LOGO! I wonder how far out is too far out for Taylor IV???
Amazing range for this soon to be lottery pick.
Second half was more of the same. Texas A&M's 2-1-2 defense seemed to keep SC confused the entire game and every run the fighting chickens made the Ags answered. Sloppiness in the last minute made it close but another win for the Ags, 76-72. Taylor IV finished with 25, tying his career best night with 7 threes and clutch free throws down the stretch. Poor SC...0-9 in the conference.
Huge game is coming up next Saturday in the other Columbia...Missouri - home of my favorite Hooters. Gig' Em Ags !!! BTHO the MIZZU!
1/26/2025
It was quite a rollercoaster of a week for the Fightin' Texas Aggies, highlighted both with a remarkable win and a heartbreaking loss. I agree that it is best to address the disappointing blown lead first, as it was undoubtedly a tough pill to swallow given Coach Buzz Williams' extensive experience.
So, after hanging out at the World Famous KGHL “The Mighty 790” studios getting some show prep ready for my shows this week, I Ubered over to Tiny’ Tavern and Casino here in Billings, Montana.
And I must tell you about my new favorite hangout. This place is where all the Colorado fans hang out. Broncos, Nuggets, Rockies, and Avalanche. Great Sports Bar! And they have the BEST chicken wings I have ever had. I will elaborate on my extensive chicken wing resume another day.
They also have an amazing drink called the ORANGE CRUSH. They sell more Smirnoff Orange Vodka than any place in the world at Tiny’s Tavern because of this drink. So, I have set the stage, “little Texas" themed bar, Chicken Wings, and Orange Crush...
Perfect place to watch the Ag’s BTHO the t-sips!
As Roger the owner changed the TV to the game, and Stuart refilled my 3rd Orange Crush...I was ready to go.
The Ags looked ready to go too. Sloppy start for both teams but A&M got out to an 18 point lead with 57% from 3-pt world and out rebounded the sippys 21-9 at halftime. I was in heaven at the break and all I needed to decide was if I was going with Cajun or Regular with the wings. But as famous San Antonio sportscaster Dan Cook said one day, “It ain’t over till the fat lady sings “
And she wailed....
Well, the Ags got dusted in the second half. The t-sips played more physically and shot the ball better than A&M. It came down to a game winning basket with 3.7 left in the game... t.u. had their only lead of the game at the buzzer. The last time A&M had beat t.u. in Austin, Kelly Clarkson had just won American Idol, Spiderman was the #1 movie and Eminem had the #1 album- ----- 2002!!!!
GEEZ!!!!
To say the least...I was not happy. So, I paid my tab, Thanked Roger, Stuart, and Colby for everything and Ubered myself home. Reflecting on the week, I did smile about our game vs OLD MISSY earlier in the week. Kinda the same story as the latter game, just reversed.
Playing in Oxford, Mississippi,(Elvis's birth town and the only McDonalds with Elvis toilet paper), in front of a rowdy crowd, the Rebs jumped out to a big lead and the Fightin Texas Ags found a way to win this tough and grimy game by taking their first lead of the game with 13 seconds left and playing some great D in the closing seconds. I just wish we could have closed out the t.u. game that way.
Bring on the spooners (OU) and the fighting chickens (South Carolina) next week. We need to play a couple of complete games and not half games.
I will close by saying that these 2 games had more contact with them than some of the pro hockey games I have seen. So much so that I declare that the SEC is without a doubt the MOST physical league in the NCAA’s...fight me over it!!!
1/19/2025
Well you never know ‘bout dem Texas Aggies. After we beat the hide off the hated T-sips from Austin by 20, I quit my job on Cape Cod. Perfect time to find a new gig. So I loaded up my Ram pickup, stuffed my 2 year cat, Sir Duke of Bozeman in my old gym bag and headed to Nashville to meet up with my fellow Aggie brother, Steve.
Now Steve hate’s watching basketball and is allergic to cats, so I knew if I wanted to watch the next game against the Sooners, I would have to be creative on this trip west. We decided to stop in Columbia, MO after dealing with iced roads. So we picked out a hotel that was conveniently located right next to my favorite sports bar…Hooters. To my pleasure, they had all of the SEC schools banners hanging from the rafters EXCEPT the Sooners and the T-Sips. Loved it!
The wings were hot and the brews were cold. They even let me play “The Aggie War Hymn” a dozen times on the TouchTunes without so much as a dirty look. The girls even were all black instead of that ugly orange I was expecting… guess it’s a Mizzou thing.
Next morning I had decided the only way I could watch the Aggie game was to head to the Iowa / South Dakota border and treat my brother to a giant casino! He could play blackjack and I could cheer on the Fightin’ Farmers. I gave him some chips, and off I went to bet on the game. I took the Ags straight up, got a frosty beverage and settled in for the game. Well, after being down most of the contest, as much as 18 we rallied in the last minute to win. I looked behind me and there was Steve shaking his head in disbelief. Then I cashed out my winnings and started planning the ‘Bama game.
The next day we headed to Wall Drugstore & Mount Rushmore and then headed to Deadwood. Another casino, amazing steakhouse and great live music.
I knew that the ‘Bama game was going to be a challenge. Wade Taylor IV has been out with injury and this was the first game between top 10 teams in College Station history. Well ‘Bama won, we lost to Kentucky a few days later and we finished off the roadtrip with a big win against the kitty’s from LSU. Big games this next week against Ol’ Miss and the t-sips in Austin.
What happened to Steve? Sent him home to Texas. Sir Duke has a new uncle (Steve has a nephew) and a new last name… Sir Duke of Billings…. Oh yeah… and I got my dream job! Gig’em
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