KRISTIE RIEKEN
FILE - In this Sept. 5, 2015, file photo, Grambling State's marching band performs during the first half of an NCAA college football game against California in Berkeley, Calif. HBCUs in the Southwestern Athletic Conference have fared well economically so far despite the shutdown of sports because of the new coronavirus. But these programs could take a huge financial hit if fans are banned from football games this fall because of the pandemic. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)
HBCUs work to return to sports amid new coronavirus

By Kristie Rieken May. 23, 2020 02:49 AM EDT
In the 100 years since the Southwestern Athletic Conference was formed, the

A&M boss says full football sked could occur with Oct. start

By Kristie Rieken Apr. 08, 2020 07:46 PM EDT
Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp said Wednesday that officials believe a 13

Oklahoma State quarterback Dru Brown looks to pass the ball against Texas A&M during the first half of the Texas Bowl NCAA college football game Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Mond leads A&M to 24-21 win over Oklahoma St. in Texas Bowl

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 27, 2019 10:17 PM EST
HOUSTON (AP) — Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher talks to his team every day

FILE - In this Sept. 21, 2019, file photo, Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard (30) runs against Texas during the second half of an NCAA college football game, in Austin, Texas. Hubbard was selected to The Associated Press All-America team, Monday, Dec. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
Hubbard leads Oklahoma State against Texas A&M in Texas Bowl

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 26, 2019 04:10 PM EST
HOUSTON (AP) — At a time when many college stars skip bowl games, Oklahoma

Navy head coach Ken Niumatalolo, right, celebrates with linebacker Dakare Coston after defeating SMU during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Annapolis, Md. Navy won 35-28. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
No. 24 Navy, amid big turnaround, eyes 1st win in Houston

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 29, 2019 12:33 PM EST
HOUSTON (AP) — No. 24 Navy has made a remarkable turnaround this season and has

Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) throws a pass against South Carolina during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Aggies could play spoiler with games at Georgia, LSU

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 20, 2019 06:14 PM EST
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas A&M has yet to become a power in the

Texas A&M running back Cordarrian Richardson, left, catches a pass for a touchdown as South Carolina defensive back J.T. Ibe (29) defends during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Mond leads Aggies to 30-6 win over South Carolina

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 16, 2019 11:21 PM EST
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas A&M has taken care of business in the

South Carolina's Bryan Edwards (89) records a catch against an Appalachian State defender in the second half of an NCAA college football game, on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Columbia, S.C. (Dwayne McLemore/The State via AP)
Gamecocks visit Texas A&M coming off tough loss

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 15, 2019 02:24 PM EST
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — South Carolina doesn't have time to dwell on its

Memphis head coach Mike Norvell watches from the sideline in the first half of an NCAA college football game against SMU Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
No. 18 Memphis visits Houston looking for 4th straight win

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 15, 2019 02:17 PM EST
HOUSTON (AP) — Coach Mike Norvell was forced to talk about his future this week

Texas A&M running back Cordarrian Richardson (25) breaks free from a tackle from a UTSA defender for a 19 yard touchdown run during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
Spiller runs for 217 yards, 3 TDs as Aggies beat UTSA 45-14

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 02, 2019 04:01 PM EDT
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — When Texas A&M fell behind by a touchdown

Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) looks to pass against Mississippi State during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
Texas A&M hosts UTSA, eager to build momentum off win

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 01, 2019 01:23 PM EDT
Texas A&M is looking to take another step forward Saturday against UTSA

Mississippi State running back Kylin Hill (8) tries to fight off a tackle by Texas A&M defensive back Clifford Chattman (22) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
Mond accounts for 5 TDs as Aggies beat Mississippi St. 49-30

By Kristie Rieken Oct. 26, 2019 03:46 PM EDT
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — After constantly talking to his team about the

Mississippi State quarterback Garrett Shrader (6) is tackled by LSU safety JaCoby Stevens (3) after a short run during the second half of their NCAA college football game in Starkville, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. LSU won 36-13. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Aggies host Mississippi State in first of 3 home games

By Kristie Rieken Oct. 25, 2019 01:28 PM EDT
Texas A&M is coming off an important road win that gave the Aggies a dose

Auburn quarterback Bo Nix (10) looks down field to pass against Texas A&M during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
Nix helps No. 8 Auburn over No. 17 Texas A&M 28-20

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 21, 2019 07:24 PM EDT
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Auburn coach Gus Malzahn was pleased with the

Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn watches warmups before an NCAA college football game against Kent State, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
No. 8 Auburn faces big road test at No. 17 Texas A&M

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 20, 2019 01:23 PM EDT
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — After playing their first big game of the season on the

Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) looks to pass as Lamar defensive back Andre Mulinax (22) applies pressure during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
No. 17 A&M could use signature win against No. 8 Auburn

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 19, 2019 04:45 PM EDT
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Coach Jimbo Fisher wouldn't agree that No. 17 Texas A

Lamar quarterback Jordan Hoy (1) runs out of the pocket against Texas A&M during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
Spiller helps No. 16 Texas A&M to 62-3 rout of Lamar

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 14, 2019 10:32 PM EDT
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Freshman Isaiah Spiller ran for 116 yards and two

Houston quarterback D'Eriq King, top, escapes the sack attempt of Washington State's Willie Taylor III (27) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Sept. 13, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Gordon leads No. 20 Washington State over Houston 31-24

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 14, 2019 12:46 AM EDT
HOUSTON (AP) — After No. 20 Washington State struggled to get going early on Friday

Texas A&M's Kendrick Rogers pulls in a reception during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Clemson Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Clemson, S.C. (AP Photo/Richard Shiro)
No. 16 Texas A&M looks to get back on track against Lamar

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 13, 2019 04:12 PM EDT
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — After losing to top-ranked Clemson last week, No. 16

Texas State quarterback Tyler Vitt (11) looks to pass against Texas A&M during the first half of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
Mond accounts for 4 TDs at No. 12 A&M routs Texas St. 41-7

By Kristie Rieken Aug. 30, 2019 12:02 AM EDT
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — With Texas A&M's date against No. 1 Clemson looming