In this episode of Answering the Call, The Association of Former Students President and CEO Porter Garner joins host Ivy Robinson and 12th Man Foundation President and CEO Travis Dabney. Porter shares how his father's experience at an Aggie Muster inspired his journey to leading one of the nation’s oldest alumni associations. The trio discusses the collaboration between Texas A&M’s fundraising affiliates, the importance of donor relationships and their shared commitment to supporting excellence at Texas A&M.

Texas A&M Women’s Tennis Head Coach Mark Weaver joins host Ivy Robinson to discuss his remarkable journey from Aggie student-athlete to national championship-winning coach. Weaver shares the chance encounter that brought him to Aggieland, what it meant to become the first in his family to graduate from college and how a blue-collar work ethic shaped the championship culture he now leads. Hear how donor support has elevated the program and what the historic 2024 national title means to someone who’s dedicated more than half his life to Texas A&M.

Aggie Baseball's Jace LaViolette joins host Ivy Robinson on Answering the Call to share his unique journey to becoming a student-athlete at Texas A&M. Affectionately known as “Lord Tubbington,” the All-American outfielder reflects on his early love for the game and how Aggieland has truly become home. Hear his perspective on the culture of Aggie Baseball, the pride he takes in representing Texas A&M and how donor support and NIL opportunities have shaped his college experience.

Aggie Softball’s Olivia Johnson joins host Ivy Robinson to share her journey from Washington back home to Texas. Olivia discusses fulfilling her dreams on the softball field, her experience playing under Coach Trisha Ford and her aspirations for dental school. Discover how Olivia has embraced Texas A&M's traditions and culture while striving to help the Aggies reach the Women's College World Series. Tune in to hear how her passion, perseverance and donor support fuel her and the team’s success.

Gerrod Chadwell joins Ivy Robinson to share his journey to becoming the head coach of Aggie Women’s Golf. In this episode, Coach Chadwell discusses the experiences that have shaped his coaching philosophy, the importance of developing student-athletes both on the course and in the classroom and how Texas A&M’s world-class facilities and the extraordinary support of the 12th Man have laid the foundation for an elite women’s golf program.

Texas A&M Basketball guard Zhuric Phelps joins Ivy Robinson to share his unique journey to Aggieland. The Midland native talks about his family, his French bulldog and what led him to transfer from SMU to Texas A&M. Hear why the former Texas Mr. Basketball loves being an Aggie and how support from 12th Man Foundation donors has impacted his student-athlete experience on and off the court.

All-American pitcher Emiley Kennedy joins host Ivy Robinson to share her journey to becoming a leader of the Aggie Softball program. She reflects on her dream of following in Megan Gibson’s footsteps to elevate the A&M program, the impact of her family and Coach Ford on her success and her goal of representing Team USA in the 2028 Olympics. Emiley also discusses the significance of donor support in shaping her experience both on and off the field.

Texas A&M Basketball's Pharrel Payne joins host Ivy Robinson on Answering the Call to share his unique journey from Cottage Grove, Minnesota to College Station. Pharrel opens up about his roots, his family's influence on his work ethic and the brotherhood he's found within Aggie Basketball. Learn how Buzz Williams' approach to developing players both on and off the court played a crucial role in Pharrel's decision to transfer to Texas A&M and how 12th Man Foundation donor support has enhanced his student-athlete experience.