The Loyola men’s basketball team opened the 2025–26 season with a statement, defeating Texas A&M University-San Antonio 94-61 in the Den – marking the first win of the Trey Lindsey era.
The Wolf Pack wasted no time setting the tone. Sophomore forward Kosta Bjelicic scored the team’s first six points, helping spark a 17–0 run in the opening minutes. Junior guard Kameron Johnson led the way with 15 points, five assists, and five steals, directing the offense with confidence and control.
“Offensively, I just looked to be aggressive early, get my teammates involved, and let my defense pick up my offense,” Johnson said. “The 17-0 run out the gate gave us great confidence and momentum for the rest of the game and it showed fans and the other team we weren’t messing around.”
Loyola’s offense caught fire from deep, hitting 14 three-pointers – their most in a game since the 2023–24 season – and maintaining control throughout the night.
Johnson said this game set the tone for what’s to come.
“A win like this shows us that we can be really good, and it’s now the standard – we don’t expect anything less,” he said.
With the 1-0 start, the Wolf Pack aims to build momentum under new leadership as they prepare for the next stretch of games in the early season.
