Prairie View, TX - The Prairie View A&M University panthers are set to launch their 2024-2025 basketball season on Thursday, November 7, 2024, with a significant opening day contest against the Texas College steers. This game, noteworthy as both teams' first face-off and the Panthers' season opener, promises to bring excitement to the court with the lineup that Coach Sandy Pugh has prepared for this pivotal season.

Coach Pugh, who leads the Panthers, is architecting a season strategy starting with a roster of seasoned players including Nyam Thornton, Mikayla Hutchinson, Adreanna Waddle, and Amauri Williams. With these returnees, who have shown incredible tenacity in past games, the team holds profound expectations. Additionally, the infusion of eight new players adds a fresh dynamic, potentially enhancing the Panthers' performance with new talent and energies.

The anticipation surrounding this event is building extensively among students and fans alike, as it offers an early glimpse into the Panthers' capabilities and the intense competition that is expected to highlight their season. Attendees can also look forward to various activities that celebrate the commencement of what promises to be an engaging season.

Everyone can watch the live stream and follow the live stats online.

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