Aggies Open Summer League with Dominant Win
Texas A&M’s basketball squad kicked off its 2026‑27 campaign in the Bahamas, routing the Victoria Vikes 112‑88 in a showcase that featured eleven newcomers and a flurry of offensive fireworks.
Seven of those fresh faces reached double‑digit scoring, highlighted by Mackenzie Mgbako’s 17 points and PJ Haggerty’s 16. The starting lineup — Cade Phillips, Jalen Shelley, PJ Haggerty, Jalen Reece and Mgbako — set the tone early, while the team shot 53.2% from the field in the opening half, converting 25 of 47 attempts and limiting three‑point efficiency to just 25%.
A 60‑36 halftime advantage underscored the Aggies’ control, and the momentum carried into the second period as they rattled off a 12‑point stretch. Forward Jamie Vinson contributed 10 points and three blocks, while Shelley and Mgbako each added another 10, pushing the lead well beyond the Vikes’ reach.
Looking Ahead to Colombia
The next test will see Texas A&M face Toros del Valle from Colombia, a matchup that will be streamed on Amazon Prime through FloSports, promising another chance for the young roster to gel before the regular season arrives.