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Since 2014, I have had the chance to tell cover two of the top collegiate programs in Texas — SMU and Texas A&M. I began my tenure at 247Sports covering SMU way back in 2014. In 2019, I transitioned over to GigEm247 to provide day-to-day recruiting coverage of the Aggies historic rise on the recruiting trail.

Humble, hardworking Bradford fulfills dream signing with A&M

The recruiting process is often stressful, tiring but also rewarding for high school athletes across the country. Every player has their own story of how they became a highly-recruited athlete. That’s what makes National Signing Day so special as those dreams of playing at the next level become a reality. Texas A&M signee LaDamien Bradford is no different as he had to overcome several challenges on his way to arriving in Aggieland.

Coach of standout duo Jackson, Burris raves about impact

Trying to slow down Pleasant Grove pass rushers Marcus Burris and Landon Jackson was quite often a tall task for offensive coordinators in high school. The two players helped lead the Hawks on a memorable run to a state title. However, it is their work off the field as high school athletes that will stick with head coach Josh Gibson moving forward.

Pilot Point’s Danny David eager to watch Ish Harris take on next challenge at A&M

When Ish Harris’ recruitment began, there was likely quite a few people that could not locate Pilot Point on a map. Harris changed that though as he garnered offers from the likes of Texas A&M, Oklahoma, Texas and others. From a small town just north of Denton to playing in one of the top conferences in college football, his impact will be felt for a while to come in the area.

Family vibe paves way for 4-star DL Dealyn Evans’ early commitment to A&M

Less than two months after receiving an offer from Texas A&M, Longview Pine Tree defensive lineman Dealyn Evans joined the Aggies’ commitment list. It took just two trips to Aggieland to sell Evans on the opportunity in College Station and he details why.

Meissner reflects on American Golf Player of the Year honor

After earning an individual bid to the NCAA Norman Regional in his freshman before advancing to the Round of 16 in the U.S Amateur, SMU sophomore Mac Meissner followed that up by setting a conference record with the lowest round shot in the conference tournament (66) and became the first player since Bryson Dechambeau to claim a conference title. Just a short time later, the SMU sophomore was named the American Golf Player of the Year.

John Muir quarterback C.J Montes recaps SMU camp

John Muir quarterback C.J Montes has plenty of familiarity with the SMU program after his brother spent parts of three seasons with the Mustangs before retiring due to his struggles with concussions. This camp it was his younger brother’s turn to catch the eye of the SMU coaching staff as he took part in a recent SMU camp.