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Texas A&M Aggies




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  • texas a&m football 1894

    The first football team is formed

    In 1894: The first football team is formed, known as the “Farmers.” They play their first game against the University of Texas, winning 38-0.
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  • texas a&m aggies1902

    Team’s name is officially changed to the “Aggies”

    In 1902: The football team’s name is officially changed to the “Aggies,” and it becomes a widely recognized nickname for Texas A&M University.
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  • Coach Shelby Metcalf

    Coach Shelby Metcalf

    Coach Shelby Metcalf, led them to six Southwest Conference titles and six NCAA tournament appearances from 1963 to 1990. He is the all-time winningest men’s basketball coach in Southwest Conference history.
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  • Texas AM Von Miller 2010

    Texas A&M Aggie – Von Miller

    As a junior in 2009, Miller adopted the role of the jack position, a defensive end/linebacker hybrid, which allowed him to utilize his pass-rushing abilities. He enjoyed a breakout season for the Aggies, leading the nation in sacks with 17 and ranking fourth in the nation with 21 tackles for loss. For his efforts, Von Miller was named first-team All ...
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  • Texas AM Women's Basketball Champs 2011

    Aggies Women’s Basketball Champs in 2011

    On March 29, 2011, Texas A&M defeated Baylor to advance to the program’s first-ever Final Four appearance. At the Final Four, the Aggies defeated Stanford 63–62 and Notre Dame 76–70 to win their first national championship. Gary Blair became the first male coach other than Connecticut’s Geno Auriemma to win a women’s basketball national championship since Leon Barmore led Louisiana ...
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  • 2021: The Texas A&M men's basketball team

    Texas A&M men’s basketball team reach the Elite Eight for the first time in program history

    In 2021: The Texas A&M men’s basketball team, led by head coach Buzz Williams, makes a remarkable run in the NCAA Tournament, reaching the Elite Eight for the first time in program history.
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History of the Aggies

The Texas A&M Aggies have a long and storied history in NCAA sports. From their first season in 1922 to today, the Aggies have been one of the most successful teams in college sports. They boast impressive accomplishments, including three national championships and twenty-one conference titles across various divisions.

The early years of Texas A&M athletics saw some success, with football being the primary sport then. The Aggies had their first winning season back in 1925 when they went 7-2 under head coach Homer Norton who would later lead them to two conference titles and a national championship game appearance against Notre Dame during his tenure from 1934 - 1940. During this period, other notable players included Heisman Trophy winner John David Crow (1957) and All-American running back John Kimbrough (1939).

In basketball, it wasn't until 1978 that things began to take off for the program when Shelby Metcalf was hired as head coach after leading North Carolina State into two Final Fours during his tenure there from 1966-75. Under Metcalf's guidance, the team won four Southwest Conference regular season championships over eight seasons before he retired following the 1985–86 campaign. His successor Kermit Davis led them on another run through SWC play by capturing five straight league crowns between 1987 - 1991 before joining SEC, where they've since made multiple tournament appearances while claiming several divisional crowns along the way!

The tradition continues today with football & basketball programs consistently competing for top honors each year & having produced numerous professional athletes throughout their history, such as Johnny Manziel, Von Miller, and DeAndre Jordan, to name a few! With all these accolades & achievements behind them, it’s no wonder why so many fans are proud supporters of this beloved school’s athletic programs – Go Ags!!





College Sports Established
1915

Location
College Station, Texas

College Name
Texas A&M University

Collegiate History
1973 - Present / NCAA Division 1
1921 - 1973 / University Division of the NCAA
1915 - 1921 / Athletic Association of the United States

Conference History
2012 – Present / SEC Conference
1996 - 2012 / Big 12
1915 – 1996 / Southwest Conference

Nickname
Aggies - As one of the most storied college football programs in history, Texas A&M Aggies have a unique nickname steeped in tradition and pride. The name “Aggies” dates back to 1894 when students at what was then known as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas began using it as a term for themselves. It was derived from the Latin word ‘agricola’, which means farmer or agricultural worker, reflecting their school's focus on agriculture-related studies.

The use of "Aggie" quickly caught on among fans and soon became synonymous with all things related to Texas A&M athletics, including its beloved mascot Reveille who made her first appearance during World War I when she accompanied cadets into battle against Germany! Today, you can find Aggie spirit everywhere - from tailgates before home games to cheering sections inside stadiums across America.

In addition to being an essential part of school culture, the nickname has also been used by many professional sports teams over time, including Major League Baseball's Houston Astros (formerly called 'Houston Colt .45s'). While some may not know why they are called 'Aggies,' there is no doubt that this moniker carries great significance for those associated with Texas A&M University today!

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