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TAMUC Soccer’s Ramirez Named SLC Player of the Year, Four Earn All-SLC Honors

Texas A&M University-Commerce soccer star Kaydence Ramirez has been named the Southland Conference Player of the Year on Monday morning to highlight four all-Southland Conference honorees for the Lions.
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A&M-Commerce Football Student-Athlete Selected as Finalist for FedEx Doris Robinson Scholar-Athlete Award

Texas A&M University-Commerce football student-athlete Jewelz-Unique Demps is among the 13 standouts around Division I FCS for the 2024 FedEx Doris Robinson Scholar-Athlete Award.
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Tupps Brewery Announces Bold Gold Texas Lager In Support of Lion Athletics

Texas A&M University-Commerce is excited to announce a partnership with TUPPS Brewery and the release of Bold Gold Texas Lager.
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A&M-Commerce Athletics Posts Record Revenues in 2023-24

Texas A&M-Commerce athletics continues to realize historic growth as the department generated an all-time high of more than $1.3 million in total support from philanthropy, corporate partnerships, and ticket sales during fiscal year 2024.
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Full 2024-25 Lion Men’s Basketball Schedule Unveiled

The full 2024-25 schedule has been revealed for the Texas A&M University-Commerce men's basketball team on Thursday. Tickets are now on sale as well.
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Lion Women’s Basketball Releases 2024-25 Schedule, Tickets on Sale Now

Texas A&M-Commerce women's basketball has released the full schedule for the 2024-25 season, and tickets are now on sale as well.
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Lion Athletics Announces 2024 Hall of Fame Class, Induction Ceremony Set for November 9

Texas A&M-Commerce has announced the 2024 Lion Athletics Hall of Fame Class, with the induction ceremony set for November 9.
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Lion Olympians Receive Proclamation from the City of Commerce

The City of Commerce proclaimed Sept. 17 as "Lion 2024 Olympian Day" in honor of three Texas A&M-Commerce student-athletes who competed in the Summer Olympics.
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A&M-Commerce Restores the Victory Bell Tradition, Invites Students and Fans to “Call the Roll”

Texas A&M-Commerce re-established the Victory Bell tradition at Lion football games. The popular tradition was originally established in the 1930s.
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Lion Football’s 21 Graduates Among College Football’s Best

Texas A&M University-Commerce is among the leaders across all levels of college football for most players that have received their undergraduate degrees and are playing this fall.
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A&M-Commerce Launches Inside Lion Athletics Podcast

Texas A&M University-Commerce has announced the launch of the Inside Lion Athletics Podcast to provide Lion fans with behind-the-scenes access to all things Lion Athletics. 
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Lion Athletics Successfully Advances to Year Three in NCAA Division I Transition

Texas A&M University-Commerce has progressed one step closer to achieving full NCAA Division I status after being advanced to the third year of provisional membership by the NCAA earlier this month.

Lion Athletics Enjoys Record Reach, Captures Global Audience in 2023-24

A&M-Commerce athletic footprint grew rapidly during the 2023-24 academic year, setting new records in all metrics. 

Three TAMUC Lions Going for Gold at Paris 2024 Olympics

A&M-Commerce is well represented at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with three Lions vying for gold.

Lion Athletics Teams Up With vivenu to Elevate Ticket Experience

Lion Athletics has partnered with vivenu for a better ticketing experience.

Southland Conference Schedule Revealed for Lion Basketball

The Texas A&M University-Commerce basketball teams have released their upcoming schedules.
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Lion Cross Country Releases 2024 Schedule

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce has revealed the 2024 cross country schedule on Tuesday morning.The Lions are slated to compete in five races this season, which is the third in NCAA Division I and the Southland Conference.…

Lions Unveil Full 2024 Soccer Schedule

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce soccer coach Ashley Gordon has unveiled the full 2024 schedule on Thursday afternoon, which features nine home matches at the Lion Soccer Field.The Lions are looking to build upon a historic season…

Van Voorhis Earns F.L. McDonald Postgraduate Scholarship

By Lion Athletics FRISCO – Texas A&M University-Commerce men’s track and field and cross country student-athlete Colten van Voorhis has received the prestigious F.L. McDonald Postgraduate Scholarship from the Southland Conference. Only two student-athletes across all sports and schools in…
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TAMUC Alum Sets Sights on 2024 Summer Olympics

A recent article in the Greenville Herald-Banner highlights A&M-Commerce alum Joe Brown and his goal to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in August. Brown, a discus thrower, was a national champion track and field star for Texas A&M-Commerce. He…
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Lion Athletics’ Night of Champions Sets New Standard, Raises Over $71,000

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – With over 200 Texas A&M University-Commerce supporters in attendance, the 2024 Night of Champions generated over $71,000 in support of student-athlete scholarships. The casino night style event held on May 18 included photo opportunities with…
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Lion Football Releases Revised 2024 Schedule

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce announced a revised football schedule for the 2024 season on Thursday, with the addition of Stephen F. Austin to the Southland Conference on July 1. The SLC released a revamped football schedule…
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Paris Bound! Ibrahim Fuseini Punches Ticket to 2024 Olympics

By Lion Athletics NASSAU, Bahamas – Texas A&M University-Commerce will be represented at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, France, later this summer as track & field student-athlete Ibrahim Fuseini clinched his ticket to Paris on Sunday night. Fuseini…
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Lion Athletics Honored Accomplishments in 2023-24 at The Luckys 2024

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – The Texas A&M University-Commerce athletic department hosted its annual awards show, The Luckys on Tuesday night, celebrating Lion student-athletes in the classroom, in competition, and in life. The full list of award winners can be…
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Drafted! Rodriguez Picked in the Seventh Round by the Minnesota Vikings

By Lion Athletics DETROIT – With the 232nd pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Minnesota Vikings select Levi Drake Rodriguez, defensive lineman, Texas A&M University-Commerce.Rodriguez (Georgetown – Eastview) heard his name called in the seventh round of the NFL…
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Lion Women’s Golf Takes Second at SLC Championships, Tied for Program-Best Finish

By Lion Athletics NEW BRAUNFELS – The Texas A&M University-Commerce women’s golf record book is re-written following a second-place finish at the Southland Conference Championships this week at The Bandit Golf Club.The Lions finished second in the seven-team conference championship,…
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Tre’ Johnson Named Assistant Athletics Director for Development

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce has named Tre’ Johnson the Assistant Athletics Director for Development, as announced on Wednesday morning by Deputy Athletics Director for Revenue Generation Josiah Castro.  Johnson comes over to the athletic department after…
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Lion Athletics Raises $102,880 During Lion Athletics Scholarship Fund Giving Day

By Lion Athletics Following a relaunch of its comprehensive fundraising strategy announced last month, Texas A&M University-Commerce Athletics raised a total of $102,880 during its first Lion Athletics Scholarship Fund Giving Day on March 5. During the 24-hour initiative, the…
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A&M-Commerce Appoints D’Este as Director of Olympic Sports Performance

By Lion Athletics Texas A&M University-Commerce has appointed Jon-Paolo D’Este as the Director of Olympics Sports Performance. D’Este began working at A&M-Commerce last month. As the Director of Sports Performance, he will oversee the entire sports performance unit, while working…
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Lions End Run in SLC Tournament with a Loss to Lamar in the Semifinals

By Lion Athletics LAKE CHARLES, LA. – Despite a valiant effort, the Texas A&M University-Commerce women’s basketball team’s run in the Southland Conference Tournament came to an end with an 83-58 loss to the top seeded Lamar Cardinals in the…
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96 Named to Fall 2023 SLC Commissioner’s List

FRISCO – Ninety-six student-athletes from Texas A&M University-Commerce that compete in the sports of cross country, football, soccer, and volleyball, were named to the Fall 2024 Southland Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll.The football program led the way with 45 honorees, while…
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A&M-Commerce Revamps Giving Initiatives, Launching Lion Athletics Scholarship Fund

COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce has announced changes to its athletic fundraising priorities and annual fund initiatives. The Lion Champions Fund has reformed as the Lion Athletics Scholarship Fund. A&M-Commerce provides educational opportunities to 350 student-athletes who compete at the…
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A&M-Commerce Athletics Signs Landmark Naming Rights Agreement With Hunt Regional Healthcare

COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce announced a landmark partnership between the athletic department and Hunt Regional Healthcare on Thursday afternoon. The two entities, who are both located in Hunt County, agreed to a five-year deal with a total value of…
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A&M-Commerce Releases 2024 Football Schedule

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce football program announced its full 2024 schedule on Friday, which features six games inside Ernest Hawkins Field at Memorial Stadium.The Lions are slated to play 12 games in the 2024 season, which…

Lion Athletics’ Success in the Classroom Continues in Fall 2023

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce athletic department excelled once again in the classroom during the fall 2023 semester, having earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.08 following the fall semester. Along with the athletic department boasting…
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Williams Named to Volleyball Mag’s “Coaching Hotshots” List

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce volleyball assistant coach Morgan Williams has been named to the “Coaching Hotshots” list by VolleyballMag. Williams, who is entering her second year on the Lion coaching staff, is one of three honorees…

TAMUC Rodeo Celebrating 10th Anniversary with Annual Home Competition

The Texas A&M University-Commerce rodeo team looks to have a strong showing at its annual home competition scheduled for February 2-3 at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Each day will begin with slack rounds from…
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TAMUC Scholar-Athlete Tapped for Second-Team All-Academic Honors

A&M-Commerce scholar-athlete Casey Novelo earned Southland Conference second team all-academic honors for men's cross country in 2023, according to an announcement from Lion Athletics. Novelo is a junior majoring in electrical engineering. He is a President's List honoree named to…

Lion Football to Play San Diego State in 2024, Florida State in 2025

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce has announced two future football games against Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) opponents on Tuesday, beginning the 2024 season at San Diego State and playing at Florida State in 2025. “We are beyond…

Lion Softball Releases 2024 Schedule, Season Tickets Now on Sale

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce softball team has announced the 2024 schedule, which features 35 home games as well as a game at three-time defending National Champion Oklahoma.The Lions enter their second season in NCAA Division I…

Epps Named AP All-American, First in DI Era

By Lion Athletics NEW YORK – Texas A&M University-Commerce football player Max Epps is an All-American. Epps was named to the Associated Press third team All-America on Tuesday becoming the first player in any sport at A&M-Commerce to earn All-America…

Lion Track & Field Releases 2023-24 Schedule

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce track & field coach George Pincock has announced the 2023-24 schedule on Wednesday morning.During the 2023-24 season, the Lions compete in six meets during the indoor season and seven meets during the…
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Rodriguez, Taylor, Epps Earn First Team All-SLC Honors

By Lion Athletics FRISCO – Three Texas A&M University-Commerce football players earned all-Southland Conference honors on Wednesday morning, with all three landing on first team defense.In 2023, the Lions finished with the third best total defense and third best passing…
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Lions Lead Wire-to-Wire to Knock Off Saint Joseph’s

By Lion Athletics PHILADELPHIA – The Texas A&M University-Commerce men’s basketball scored the first basket on Friday night at Hagan Arena as the Lions picked up a 57-54 win over Saint Joseph’s in a game that was part of the…
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Josiah Castro Appointed as Deputy Athletics Director for Revenue Generation

By Lion Athletics COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce Director of Athletics Jim Curry has appointed Josiah Castro as the Deputy Athletics Director for Revenue Generation. Castro, who comes to A&M-Commerce following a four-year stint at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, is tasked…
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Far-Arun Wins the Lady Red Wolves Classic in a Four-Hole Playoff

By Lion Athletics JONESBORO, Ark. –Benz Far-Arun won the Lady Red Wolves Classic in thrilling fashion on Tuesday afternoon at Sage Meadows Club, securing the win in the fourth playoff hole.After 54 holes, Far-Arun (Bangkok, Thailand) and Little Rock’s Anna…
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Brewer Jr. Selected All-SLC Team, Lions Tabbed Seventh

By Lion Athletics KINDER, La. – Texas A&M University-Commerce men’s basketball forward Jerome Brewer Jr. is selected to second team preseason all-Southland Conference on Tuesday morning, while the Lions are picked seventh in the preseason poll.Brewer Jr. (Camden, N.J.) is…
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Lion Women’s Basketball Picked Eighth in SLC Preseason Poll

By Lion Athletics KINDER, La. – The Southland Conference announced the 2023-24 preseason women’s basketball poll on Tuesday morning and the Texas A&M University-Commerce women’s basketball team was picked eighth.The poll was announced as part of the Southland Conference Basketball…
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Lions to Honor 1983 LSC Football Championship Team on Homecoming Weekend

By Lion Athletics Texas A&M University-Commerce welcomes back the 1983 Lion Football team, on the 40-year anniversary of the conference championship team, on October 21 as part of the Homecoming weekend festivities. The team will be recognized on the field…

Lions Knock Off Alabama for First-Ever Win Over SEC School

By Lion Athletics BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – For the first time since moving up to NCAA Division I, Texas A&M University-Commerce knocked off a Power Five conference team with the Lion Volleyball taking a five-set win over Alabama on Friday afternoon…
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