Answering the Call

Legendary football coach Jackie Sherrill sits down with Ivy Robinson to reflect on his storied career and the principles that defined his success. He shares lessons learned from iconic mentors like Bear Bryant and highlights the importance of 12th Man Foundation donor support in building a championship-level program at Texas A&M. Coach Sherrill also offers insight into why he admires Coach Mik...

Texas A&M Baseball Assistant Coach and former MLB standout Cliff Pennington sits down with Ivy Robinson to reflect on his remarkable journey — from Aggie student-athlete to the big leagues and now back home coaching in Aggieland. Cliff shares his unforgettable moments with Aggie Baseball, the life-changing impact of his athletics scholarship and the dream opportunity to return to Texas A&M...

Texas A&M Women’s Basketball student-athlete Janae Kent joins Ivy Robinson to share her journey from Chicago to Aggieland. From growing up in a proud basketball family to emerging as a key contributor for the Aggies, Janae opens up about what motivates her on and off the court. She also reflects on her record-setting high school career, the adversity she’s overcome and the meaningful opportuni...

Texas A&M Football defensive end Rylan Kennedy joins Ivy Robinson to share his journey from Mansfield, Texas to Aggieland. From launching his own clothing brand to being part of the brotherhood that defines Aggie Football under Coach Mike Elko, Rylan opens up about chasing goals and striving for greatness both on and off the field. Discover why he's grateful for 12th Man Foundation donor s...

Texas A&M Women’s Basketball student-athlete Lauren Ware sits down with Ivy Robinson to reflect on her road from North Dakota to the bright lights of the SEC. Lauren shares how she’s grown into the Aggies’ defensive anchor, the resilience forged through adversity and the passions that keeps her chasing her dreams. Hear her perspective on what it's like to be a part of Aggie Women's Bas...

Aggie Football linebacker Daymion Sanford joins Ivy Robinson to share his journey to College Station. The Katy, Texas native reflects on the people who have shaped his path, the powerful brotherhood within Texas A&M Football and why he believes the future of the program is brighter than ever. Daymion also shares about his experience as a student-athlete and how resources made possible by 12th...

Texas A&M Football linebacker Scooby Williams joins Ivy Robinson on Answering the Call to share his journey from Birmingham, Alabama, to College Station. Scooby opens up about the path that took him to the University of Florida, why he transferred to A&M, his passion for defense and the moments that fueled his growth along the way. He reflects on the lessons learned from his high school da...

Texas A&M Football safety Dalton Brooks joins Ivy Robinson to share his journey from small town Shiner, Texas to Aggieland. Dalton opens up about winning two state championships in high school, the brotherhood that shaped his fearless playing style and why he chose Texas A&M over other programs. Discover what he enjoys doing in his free time, his perspective on the Aggie Football program c...

Aggie Women's Golf student-athlete Sky Sudberry joins Ivy Robinson to share her unique path to Texas A&M. From being featured in Netflix’s first original documentary, The Short Game , to now competing for the maroon and white, Sky reflects on the lessons learned from her early years in competitive golf and how those experiences shaped her success as a collegiate athlete. She also shares ho...

Texas A&M Football defensive lineman Tyler Onyedim joins Ivy Robinson to share his journey from Richmond, Texas, to Iowa State and ultimately to finding his home in Aggieland. Tyler opens up about being a first-generation student-athlete and how his faith keeps him grounded on and off the field. Hear his perspective on the electric atmosphere at Kyle Field, the tight-knit culture under Coach E...

Texas A&M Football's Dezz Ricks shares his journey from Virginia to Aggieland. The Aggie defensive back talks about finding his calling on the football field, rising to become one of the nation’s most highly recruited high school prospects and what drew him to transfer from Alabama to Texas A&M. Dezz also discusses the electric atmosphere of Kyle Field, his love for the game of footbal...

Texas A&M Men’s Basketball Head Coach Bucky McMillan sits down with Ivy Robinson to reflect on his journey from Alabama to Aggieland and the challenge of building a program from the ground up. He discusses inheriting a roster with just one player, his vision for creating a team Aggie fans can be proud of and how his relentless work ethic fueled his rise. Hear why donor support is so impactful...

Texas A&M running back EJ Smith joins Ivy Robinson to share his journey from Stanford to Aggieland. In this episode, the Dallas native reflects on what it was like joining the Aggie Football program, the bonds he's built in the running back room and how his teammates have pushed him to even greater heights. Beyond football, EJ is pursuing a master's degree in real estate while carving...

Texas A&M Soccer’s Mary Claire Torn joins Ivy Robinson to share her journey as a third-generation Aggie. The daughter of a former yell leader a former all-conference heptathlete, Mary Claire reflects on how her family’s deep A&M roots shaped her path and how an injury that could have ended her career instead fueled her determination to chase her dreams. Hear her insight on the Aggie Soccer...

Texas A&M tight end Theo Melin Öhrström joins Ivy Robinson to share his unique perspective as an international student-athlete. From growing up in Sweden playing soccer and football to competing in the SEC, Theo reflects on the journey that brought him to Aggieland. The Stockholm native discusses the bonds he’s built with teammates and how the generosity of 12th Man Foundation donors has helpe...

Two Texas A&M Football legends sit down with Ivy Robinson to share their remarkable journeys from humble beginnings to earning their spots in Aggie lore and the College Football Hall of Fame. R.C. Slocum, the winningest football coach in school history, and Jacob Green, former Texas A&M and Seattle Seahawks defensive end and current 12th Man Foundation Vice President of Principal Gifts, re...

Texas A&M Volleyball Associate Head Coach Jen Woods joins Ivy Robinson to share her inspiring journey from walk-on to scholarship student-athlete, to founding one of the nation’s premier volleyball clubs and back home to Aggieland to help lead the Aggie Volleyball program. Jen reflects on overcoming injury, her favorite memories from her playing days and why donor and season ticket holder supp...

Texas A&M Football offensive lineman Dametrious Crownover joins Ivy Robinson to share his journey from small-town Grandview, Texas to the bright lights of Kyle Field. From a graduating class of less than 100 to playing football at one of the nation's premier programs, Dametrious opens up about his path to Texas A&M, his recent marriage and why he is proud to be an Aggie. Discover how t...

Texas A&M Soccer student-athlete Reese Rupe joins Ivy Robinson to share her inspiring journey of resilience and faith. From growing up as the daughter of two Texas A&M Athletic Hall of Fame athletes to forging her own path in Aggieland, Reese opens up about overcoming an ACL injury and finding her true identity beyond the soccer field. Discover how this setback became a setup for personal...

Texas A&M Defensive Line Coach Tony Jerod-Eddie sits down with Ivy Robinson to share his inspiring story of resilience, mentorship and Aggie pride. As the first college graduate in his family, Tony's journey exemplifies the transformative power of an athletic scholarship. Hear him share stories about his days as an Aggie Football student-athlete and his unexpected path from the NFL back to...

Texas A&M offensive lineman Ar’maj Reed-Adams sits down with Ivy Robinson for a candid conversation about his path from Dallas to College Station. In this episode, Ar’maj shares the story behind his transfer from Kansas to Texas A&M, reflects on the program’s evolving culture under Coach Mike Elko and explains what it truly means to be part of the Aggie family. He also shares his perspecti...

Dat Nguyen’s story began with a journey of escape and hope. In 1975, his pregnant mother fled Vietnam with his father and siblings, making the courageous voyage to America while carrying Dat in her womb. From those humble beginnings, he rose to become an All-American at Texas A&M and a standout linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys — a true embodiment of resilience, gratitude and the American Drea...

Texas A&M Football offensive lineman Reuben "Deuce" Fatheree II shares his journey from Richmond, Texas to the heart of Aggieland. From growing up in a basketball family to finding his calling on the gridiron, Deuce offers insights about being on the O-line, his love for the outdoors and why he is proud to be a graduate of Texas A&M and a part of the Aggie family. Discover why De...

Texas A&M Football wide receiver KC Concepcion joins Ivy Robinson to share about his journey from Rochester, New York to Aggieland. In this episode, KC opens up about his college football path, lessons learned from adversity and what drew him to Texas A&M. Discover how KC is pursuing his football dreams, the impact of his family's athletic legacy and why he is proud to be a part of the...

Texas A&M Football student-athlete Le’Veon Moss joins Ivy Robinson to share his inspiring journey from Louisiana to Aggieland. The All-SEC running back opens up about adjusting to life in Texas, how fatherhood has reshaped his perspective and the life-changing impact of donor support on his family. Moss also reflects on the challenge of a season-ending injury and what fuels his drive — on the...