Texas and A&M: Ready for the Big Dance

The Texas Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies are gearing up for the NCAA Tournament. The stakes? Sky high.

Texas' Road Ahead

Let's dive into the Longhorns first. Last year, they were the third seed and fell to Creighton in the quarterfinals. This year, they're ready for redemption. Opening against Florida A&M, Texas looks strong despite the absence of setter Izzy Stark. But watch out, transfer Kennedy Martin has been lighting it up, and she's no joke.

A&M's Battle

Over at Texas A&M, the Aggies are coming off a tough loss to Texas, dropping them to 10th in RPI. But head coach Jamie Morrison isn't backing down. "I hope they saw what we're made of," he said, post-loss. "We're deserving of a high seed." And let's be real, with a 23-4 record, they have every right to feel confident.

The Texas Showdown

If both TCU and A&M win their first-round matches, brace yourself for an all-Texas showdown. The Horned Frogs finished a solid 20-win season and are itching to prove they're more than just a number 20 ranking. Stephen F. Austin is their first hurdle, having made their ninth straight tournament appearance.

What's Next?

The UTEP Miners and SMU Mustangs are also in the mix, ready to make some noise. With UTEP facing North Carolina and SMU taking on Central Arkansas, things could get interesting fast.

And just like that, the stage is set. Texas and A&M are ready to make their mark. The question is, who will step up when it matters most?
Source: statesman.com