By: Joseph Jamrosz Oleksak
(Photo/Cooper Yarbough)
SAN MARCOS, Texas — November 3, 2026
Texas State men's basketball got its 2026-27 season off to a winning start Monday night, defeating Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 67-55 at Strahan Arena.
The Bobcats came out strong and controlled the game from the opening tip, building a 35-26 halftime lead before finishing off the 12-point victory. The win also marks an important start to Texas State's first season competing in the Pac-12 Conference.
Leading the way for the Bobcats was sophomore standout D.J. Hall, who finished with a game-high 18 points and five rebounds. Robert Fields also delivered a strong performance, adding 16 points and three steals to help secure the victory.
Texas State's offense was efficient throughout the night, shooting 49 percent from the field. The Bobcats also received valuable contributions from their newcomers as the team began a new chapter under head coach Terrence Johnson.
The victory gives Texas State an early 1-0 record and builds momentum heading into its next matchup against Howard Payne on November 5.
With a season-opening win and a new conference ahead, the Bobcats have plenty of reasons to be excited about what lies ahead.
Final Score: Texas State 67, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 55.