Jim Schlossnagle's first year in Austin could not have gone much better, winning SEC Coach of the Year and leading the Longhorns to a 42-11 overall record. The return of outfielder Max Belyeu has jolted their offense and they also boast the SEC Freshman of the Year,

Texas A&M athletic director Trev Alberts put that speculation to rest with a statement Friday, as he gave Earley a vote of confidence and said he would return for another season.