http://www.lionathletics.com en-us en-us http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012springgraduation 20 A&M-Commerce student-athletes reached the pinnacle of their educational career Saturday, May 12, earning their degrees during the Texas A&M University-Commerce 2012 spring commencement activities. Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012springgraduation 2012-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/john_carlos_doctorate Texas A&M University-Commerce will honor John Carlos with an Honorary Doctor of Letters degree at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 12 at the Spring 2012 commencement ceremony for masters and doctoral graduates. He will also serve as the keynote speaker for the event at the A&M-Commerce Field House. Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/john_carlos_doctorate 2012-05-09T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012lsctrackchampionships For three days, the best track and field athletes the Lone Star Conference has to offer will descend on Memorial Stadium for the 2012 Lone Star Conference Track and Field Championships, hosted by A&M-Commerce. Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012lsctrackchampionships 2012-05-03T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/UIL/2011-12/2012track/2012uiltrack Once again, Texas A&M University-Commerce will serve as the host site for the UIL Region II-3A track and field meet as the top 3A athletes from around the region will descend on Memorial Stadium with a spot in the 2012 UIL state track and field on the line. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/UIL/2011-12/2012track/2012uiltrack 2012-04-26T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/w-dance/2012-13/2012dancetryouts A new era in A&M-Commerce athletics began Saturday, April 21st, as the members of the 2012-13 A&M-Commerce Dance Team were selected following two weeks of clinics and tryouts. The 11-member team will begin starting this fall, performing at Lion home football and basketball games, as well as various events around the community. Sun, 22 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/w-dance/2012-13/2012dancetryouts 2012-04-22T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/drnewsome The A&M-Commerce Athletic Department expresses its sadness over the loss of former Lion coach and A&M-Commerce Hall of Famer Dr. Ron Newsome, who passed away at his home on Tuesday, April 17. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/drnewsome 2012-04-19T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012allsportsbanquet A&M-Commerce took a night to recognize the accomplishments of its senior-athletes, hosting the 2012 All Sports Banquet at the Sam Rayburn Student Center Thursday evening. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012allsportsbanquet 2012-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012asb The 2012 Texas A&M University-Commerce All Sports Banquet is scheduled for Thursday, April 12 at 7 p.m. at the Sam Rayburn Student Center on the campus of A&M-Commerce. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012asb 2012-04-09T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012breakfastofchampions 135 Texas A&M University-Commerce student-athletes were recognized at the annual Athletic Director's Breakfast of Champions Wednesday morning. The total marks the largest amount of Lion student-athletes recognized at the event, which is in its fourth year. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012breakfastofchampions 2012-04-04T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012bbball A&M-Commerce will once again serve as the host institution for the UIL Region II-3A boys basketball tournament this weekend at the Field House. The regional semifinals will be held Friday, March 2 at 6 and 8 p.m., with the Region II-3A final being held Saturday, March 3 at 2 p.m.. Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012bbball 2012-03-02T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012gbball A&M-Commerce will once again serve as the host institution for the UIL Region II-3A girls basketball tournament this weekend at the Field House. The regional semifinals will be held Friday, February 24, with the Region II-3A final being held Saturday, February 25. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2012gbball 2012-02-24T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/farmerrelease Texas A&M University-Commerce Athletic Director Carlton Cooper today announced the hiring of Lance Farmer as the Lions’ new Strength and Conditioning Coach. Farmer will work directly with all 11 A&M-Commerce intercollegiate programs, overseeing weight lifting, conditioning, fitness and nutritional workouts for all Lion student-athletes. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/farmerrelease 2012-01-26T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/foxsportsrelease The Lone Star Conference has signed a partnership with Fox Sports Southwest, which will put the league on the regional sports network’s television and web streaming platforms throughout the 2012 calendar year. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/foxsportsrelease 2012-01-24T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/danceteam Texas A&M University-Commerce Athletic Director Carlton Cooper today announced the formation of a Lion Dance Team, which will begin in the fall of the 2012-13 athletic season and perform at various Lion home events. In addition, Cooper announced the hiring of Ashley Rocke as A&M-Commerce’s Head Dance Coach. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/danceteam 2012-01-17T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/morronehiring Texas A&M University-Commerce Athletic Director Carlton Cooper announced the hiring of Samuel Morrone as the Director of Business Operations for the A&M-Commerce Athletic Department. He also oversees game day operations for home football games as well as assisting with operations for all of A&M-Commerce’s home events. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/morronehiring 2012-01-09T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2011wintergraduation 18 A&M-Commerce student-athletes reached the pinnacle of their educational career Saturday, earning their degrees during the Texas A&M University-Commerce fall commencement activities. Sat, 17 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2011wintergraduation 2011-12-17T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2011uilvolleyball A&M-Commerce will once again serve as the host institution for the UIL Region II-3A volleyball tournament this weekend at the Field House. The regional semifinals will be held Friday, November 11, with the Region II-3A final being held Saturday, November 12. Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/2011uilvolleyball 2011-11-09T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/lionmovers With the start of the new school year just around the corner, A&M-Commerce student-athletes took some time out to help incoming freshmen move into their new dorms as part of Lion Movers 2011. Thu, 25 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/lionmovers 2011-08-25T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/fallsports We are just two weeks away from the start of the 2011-12 Texas A&M University-Commerce athletic season, as football, soccer and volleyball have all reported to campus and have begun preseason practices. Below is a quick glance at all three teams leading up to their respective season openers. Sat, 20 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/fallsports 2011-08-20T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/summergrad2011 Congratulations to the nine Lions from Texas A&M University-Commerce who participated in the graduation ceremony this past weekend on August 13th. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/summergrad2011 2011-08-15T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/d2adaacademicteam 14 Texas A&M University-Commerce student-athletes have been honored as Division II Athletic Directors Association Academic Achievement Award Winners for the 2010-11 season. Wed, 10 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2011-12/d2adaacademicteam 2011-08-10T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/newfeatures It is an exciting day for fans of Texas A&M University-Commerce athletics as today the athletic department unveiled its exciting new look for LionAthletics.com, as well as announced the Lions' new place in the social networking world, launching sites on both Facebook and Twitter. Fri, 15 Jul 2011 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/newfeatures 2011-07-15T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/lschonorroll 54 Lion student-athletes were named to the Lone Star Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll for the 2010-11 academic year, announced by league officials. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/lschonorroll 2011-06-24T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/lionsforlifewalk Texas A&M University-Commerce Athletic Director Carlton Cooper has announced the "Lions For Life" Walk in an effort to help both the university and Commerce communities remain active and healthy. Mon, 06 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/lionsforlifewalk 2011-06-06T04:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/2-87-2011Football_signees Texas A&M University-Commerce head football coach Guy Morriss and the Lions coaching staff announced on Wednesday February 2 that 26 high school players have signed letters of intent to attend the university in the fall. An additional 5 transferred in at the semester break to bring the 2011 recruiting class to 31. Mon, 07 Feb 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/2-87-2011Football_signees 2011-02-07T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2-3-2011 Due to inclement weather the A&M-Commerce basketball games have been canceled for tonight, Thursday February 3. The games will be rescheduled for Monday February 21. Tip-off for the woman's game is 6 p.m. and men's game 8 p.m. Thu, 03 Feb 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2-3-2011 2011-02-03T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/m-baskbl/2010-11/releases/SEOK_VS_TAMU-c With the recent storm that hit the Wednesday Feb. 2 women's and men's game has been changed to Feb. 3. Tipoff will be the same 6 p.m. and 8.pm. Thu, 03 Feb 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/m-baskbl/2010-11/releases/SEOK_VS_TAMU-c 2011-02-03T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2-2-2011_MBB_DII_Ranking The men's basketball team fell from sixth to ninth in the regional rankings this week. Other Lone Star Conference teams in the top ten are: 1. Central Oklahoma 3. Incarnate word 5. West Texas A&M 6. Midwestern State 8. Tarleton State 10. Cameron. Wed, 02 Feb 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/genrel/2-2-2011_MBB_DII_Ranking 2011-02-02T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/releases/Lone_Star_Conference_Football_Festival_01-12-2011 COMMERCE, Texas -- In association with the Lone Star Conference Football Festival at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Texas A&M University-Commerce is announcing the Harvey Martin Classic is moving to Cowboys Stadium as part of a triple-header of games scheduled for Sept. 17. Wed, 12 Jan 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/releases/Lone_Star_Conference_Football_Festival_01-12-2011 2011-01-12T05:00:00Z http://www.lionathletics.com/genrel/spec-rel/050610CarltonCooper Texas A&M University-Commerce athletic director Carlton Cooper served as the keynote speaker at the All Sports Banquet at Mountain View College in Dallas on Thursday night. Thu, 06 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.lionathletics.com/genrel/spec-rel/050610CarltonCooper 2010-05-06T04:00:00Z