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St. Mary's College (CA)

03-20 07:35

50 - 63

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Texas A&M

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St. Mary's College (CA)

Texas A&M

St. Mary's College (CA)

Texas A&M

2 points

3 points

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TO36%

69%TO

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Ended50 - 63

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Match Info

The Texas A&M Aggies advanced in the NCAA Tournament with a hard-fought 63-50 win over the St. Mary's Gaels in a March 20, 2026, second-round matchup. This defensive battle saw the Aggies use their size and physicality to stifle the Gaels' offense and control the game from the midway point of the first half. St. Mary's kept it close early with their methodical half-court sets, but Texas A&M's relentless defensive pressure and dominance on the glass created a decisive scoring drought for the Gaels that lasted nearly eight minutes. The Aggies' forward was a force inside, recording a double-double with key blocks and offensive rebounds that extinguished any St. Mary's comeback attempts. A critical sequence came late in the first half when Texas A&M converted three consecutive turnovers into fast-break points to build a double-digit lead they would never relinquish. This victory sends Texas A&M to the Sweet Sixteen, continuing a impressive postseason run, while it ends a strong season for St. Mary's. The Aggies' coach highlighted his team's defensive identity, noting, "Our guys executed the game plan perfectly and made every possession a challenge for them." The Gaels' coach credited the opponent, saying, "Their athleticism and length disrupted our rhythm all night." The starting fives featured Texas A&M's experienced backcourt and St. Mary's disciplined offensive system.