Trev Alberts, Jim Schlossnagle release statements following move to Texas

Hours after Texas A&M lost the College World Series Finals to Tennessee, head coach Jim Schlossnagle was on the move. And not just to anywhere — Schlossnagle will be the next head coach at Texas, the hated in-state rival of the Aggies. Not a move many in College Station are happy about.

Texas A&M athletic director Trev Alberts has released a statement on Schlossnagle leaving the program, wishing him and his family well moving forward. He also said the Aggies plan on finding a “great leader” to be their next baseball head coach.

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“After our baseball team arrived back in College Station earlier today, Jim informed me of his desire to leave Texas A&M,” Alberts said. “While we are certainly disappointed, we are grateful for his contributions in helping our baseball program reach unprecedented heights.  Baseball success is important to everyone associated with Texas A&M, we will not stop in our pursuit of excellence and our commitment to baseball will not waiver.

“On behalf of Texas A&M Athletics, we wish Jim and his family well as they move on to another challenge.

“We will find a great leader and excellent coach to head up this proud Aggie baseball program.”

Schlossnagle commented on the matter as well. He cited his friendship with Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte as a reason why he decided to move to the 40 Acres. There was also some reflection on the national championship game run Texas A&M recently wrapped up.

“I would like to thank General Welsh, Trev Alberts, and the 12th Man for an incredible experience during my time at Texas A&M,” Schlossnagle said. “Although I know many will be upset with my decision, I chose to make a change to join a longtime friend to continue my career as a college baseball coach. The run to the National Championship game was truly a remarkable one this year, and I will savor the memories and true friendships I have made there for a lifetime.”

Texas A&M hired Schlossnagle away from TCU ahead of the 2022 season and the Aggies found immediate success. He led the program to two College World Series, taking out Texas along the way in both. A win in the College Station Regional occurred this year, while the Aggies beat the Longhorns in Omaha in 2022.

Now, fans in Austin will be expecting the same kind of success but in burnt orange.