“SEED OF DOUBT: Texas A&M’s NCAA Tournament Fate Hangs in the Balance”
As the NCAA Tournament brackets were revealed, Texas A&M fans held their collective breath, eagerly awaiting their team’s seeding fate. But with the ever-changing landscape of college basketball, the question on everyone’s mind is: Is Texas A&M still considered a 3-seed in the NCAA Tournament?
To answer this, let’s dive into the Aggies’ recent performance. Texas A&M has appeared in the NCAA tournament 16 times, with their most recent appearance being in 2024 ¹. Under the guidance of head coach Buzz Williams, the team has shown significant improvement, finishing the 2020-21 season with a record of 8-10, 2-8 in SEC play [1).
However, their 2021-2022 season was a different story altogether. The Aggies started strong, winning 8 of their final 9 games, but ultimately lost to Tennessee in the SEC Tournament final, narrowly missing out on an NCAA Tournament berth ¹. Instead, they participated in the NIT, where they lost to Xavier in the championship game.
So, what does this mean for their seeding in the NCAA Tournament? While Texas A&M has shown flashes of brilliance, their inconsistency and inability to close out games have raised concerns. As of now, there is no clear indication that they are still considered a 3-seed ¹.
In fact, the NCAA Tournament selection committee takes into account various factors, including a team’s strength of schedule, performance in conference play, and overall record. Given the Aggies’ rollercoaster season, it’s difficult to predict their seeding with certainty.
One thing is certain, however: Texas A&M will need to bring their A-game if they hope to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament. With powerhouse teams like Colorado School of Mines, who boast an impressive 27-4 record, lurking in the shadows, the Aggies will need to be at the top of their game to compete ².
As the tournament unfolds, one thing is clear: Texas A&M’s seeding fate hangs precariously in the balance. Will they prove themselves worthy of a high seed, or will they succumb to the pressures of the tournament? Only time will tell.
