COLLEGE STATION- Texas A&M women's basketball announced the addition of a game to the 2016-17 schedule, taking on Southern on Dec. 17 at the Campbell Center in Houston at 2:30 p.m. in a neutral site game.
"We are excited to be able to play a game in Houston, which not only is a great city for girl's and women's basketball, but is also home to many Aggie fans," said Texas A&M head coach Gary Blair. "Over the years, many Houston-area players have decided to play at Texas A&M, including three on our current roster. We are thrilled to be able to play a game in their backyard."
Current student-athletes Curtyce Knox, Caylinne Martin and Jasmine Williams hail from the Houston-area. In addition, Texas A&M stars such as Kelsey Bone, Sydney Colson, Adora Elonu, La Toya Micheaux, Patrice Reado, Takia Starks and Courtney Williams played their high school basketball in the Houston-area.
The Aggie women's basketball team advanced to the NCAA Tournament for the 11th straight season in 2015-16, finishing in second-place in the SEC and a 22-10 overall record. Head Coach Gary Blair, with 717 wins under his belt, led the Aggies to a final national ranking of 18.
Texas A&M's first public event for its basketball squads is Maroon Madness on Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. inside Reed Arena, which will include on-court entertainment and other fan-friendly events. The Aggies host an exhibition against Oklahoma City on Nov. 5, and tip off the regular season by hosting Central Arkansas on Nov. 13 at Reed Arena.
An affordable, family entertainment option, season tickets for Texas A&M women's basketball remain on sale and begin as low as $100. Annual per seat contributions are required for some seating areas. Contact the 12th Man Foundation for additional information or to order tickets by calling 888-992-4443 or logging onto www.12thMan.com/Tickets.
"We are excited to be able to play a game in Houston, which not only is a great city for girl's and women's basketball, but is also home to many Aggie fans," said Texas A&M head coach Gary Blair. "Over the years, many Houston-area players have decided to play at Texas A&M, including three on our current roster. We are thrilled to be able to play a game in their backyard."
Current student-athletes Curtyce Knox, Caylinne Martin and Jasmine Williams hail from the Houston-area. In addition, Texas A&M stars such as Kelsey Bone, Sydney Colson, Adora Elonu, La Toya Micheaux, Patrice Reado, Takia Starks and Courtney Williams played their high school basketball in the Houston-area.
The Aggie women's basketball team advanced to the NCAA Tournament for the 11th straight season in 2015-16, finishing in second-place in the SEC and a 22-10 overall record. Head Coach Gary Blair, with 717 wins under his belt, led the Aggies to a final national ranking of 18.
Texas A&M's first public event for its basketball squads is Maroon Madness on Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. inside Reed Arena, which will include on-court entertainment and other fan-friendly events. The Aggies host an exhibition against Oklahoma City on Nov. 5, and tip off the regular season by hosting Central Arkansas on Nov. 13 at Reed Arena.
An affordable, family entertainment option, season tickets for Texas A&M women's basketball remain on sale and begin as low as $100. Annual per seat contributions are required for some seating areas. Contact the 12th Man Foundation for additional information or to order tickets by calling 888-992-4443 or logging onto www.12thMan.com/Tickets.