LEXINGTON, Ky. -- Acie Law was there when Texas A&M hit bottom, wallowing through a winless Big 12 season three years ago, often wondering if he'd made a mistake by choosing to play for the perennially underachieving Aggies.
Law stayed, and vindication came in the jubilation after the Aggies' 72-69 win over Louisville in the second round of the South Regional on Saturday, when the senior point guard dubbed "Captain Clutch" for his cool demeanor under pressure finally let go.
Seconds after his 26 points helped send the Aggies to the round of 16 for the first time in 27 years, Law screamed while he hugged his teammates at midcourt. They'll next play the winner of Sunday's game between Nevada and Memphis.
"It's an amazing feeling. I don't have any words to describe it," Law said. "It's huge for this program."
A program that finally received the breakthrough victory it has been looking for under third-year coach Billy Gillispie.
It wasn't easy. Then again, it never really is for the Aggies (27-6).
"When Coach G came here, he brought that family atmosphere," said senior Marlon Pompey. "We play as a team, do everything as a team, so I'm not surprised at all. It feels so great. It's just hard to describe."
The Ags take on a very dangerous Memphis team this Thursday in San Antonio... Gig 'em Ags!!!
6 years ago
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How am I supposed to sleep with you whipping up my emotions like that. Good night.
I envy you that you can't watch all the games. They are heart attack worthy :P
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