Athletics

Jacobie Qualifies for NCAA Indoor National Championships, First Lion to Qualify for Division I Postseason
East Texas A&M University track and field jumper Jenneil Jacobie is set to make history as she is the first Lion to qualify for an NCAA National Championships event in the Division I era.

Jacobie, Randma Set Records at A&M Indoor Meet
Two East Texas A&M Lion Track and Field student-athletes set new records at the Charlie Thomas Invitational, hosted by Texas A&M University on Feb. 7 and 8.

East Texas A&M Receives $8 Million Gift from Rene’ Griffin, Largest in University History
East Texas A&M University is proud to announce a historic $8 million gift from alumnus Rene’ Griffin, marking the largest single philanthropic contribution in the history of ETAMU.

Built on Belonging: The Life and Legacy Behind the Rene’ Griffin Event Center at East Texas A&M University
At their core, Rene' Griffin's story and the story of ET's new event center are about creating places where people belong.

Jacobie named Southland Field Athlete of the Week
East Texas A&M University track and field student-athlete Jenneil Jacobie has been named the Southland Conference Women's Field Athlete of the Week.

King Named Co-SLC Football Student-Athlete of the Year, Three Selected to All-Academic team
East Texas A&M University senior linebacker Koby-Sebasyen King has been named a co-Southland Conference Football Student-Athlete of the Year.

Lion Softball Unveils 2026 Schedule
The East Texas A&M University softball team has announced the full schedule for the 2026 season on Wednesday morning, which features 34 home games at the John Cain Family Softball Complex.

Hunt named Southland Player of the Week
East Texas A&M University men's basketball guard Gianni Hunt was voted the Southland Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Week on Monday afternoon.

Home of the Lions: Memorial Stadium Celebrates 75 Years of History, Success
East Texas A&M University celebrated the 75th anniversary of Memorial Stadium in Fall 2025, highlighting its successes and memorable moments.

ETAMU to Host Southland Volleyball Tournament, Lions Facing SFA in Opening Match
The longest active streak of postseason appearances at ETAMU continues as the Lion Volleyball team has clinched a berth in the Southland Conference Tournament, which will be hosted right here in Commerce.

Ring selected SLC Defensive Player of the Week
East Texas A&M University soccer defender Malaya Ring has been selected as the Southland Conference Defender of the Week on Tuesday afternoon.

Washington named Southland Conference Defensive Player of the Week
Jade Washington has been named the Southland Conference Defensive Player of the Week.

Jim Curry Appointed to FCS Oversight Committee
East Texas A&M University director of athletics Jim Curry has been appointed to the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) Oversight Committee, effective September 30.

Alana Lawless-Felarca Voted SLC Offensive Player of the Week
East Texas A&M University soccer midfielder Alana Lawless-Felarca was named the Southland Conference Offensive Player of the Week.

East Texas A&M Enters into Official Partnership with Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront
East Texas A&M University athletics has announced a multi-year partnership with the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront.

Lion Softball Releases Fall Schedule, Hosts Oklahoma on October 7
The East Texas A&M University softball team has released its fall 2025 schedule, hosting perennial power Oklahoma in Commerce for the second year in a row.

Pacione Named SLC Goalkeeper of the Week
Following a career night, East Texas A&M University soccer goalkeeper Veronica Pacione has earned Southland Conference Goalkeeper of the Week honors on Tuesday morning.

Lion Athletics Unveils 2025 Hall of Fame Class
East Texas A&M University has announced the 2025 Lion Athletics Hall of Fame class, with the induction ceremony set for October 11.

New Seating Layout Announced for Lion Football, Single Game Tickets Now on Sale
The East Texas A&M University athletic department has announced a new seating layout for football games inside Ernest Hawkins Field at Memorial Stadium for the 2025 season.

Southland Schedule Released for Lion Women’s Basketball
The East Texas A&M University women's basketball team has learned the first portion of its 2025-26 schedule as the 22-game Southland Conference slate was released on Tuesday morning.