Texas A&M Lands Top Guard Recruit PJ Haggerty

Commitment of 5-star prospect boosts Aggies' 2027 recruiting class.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 2:00pm

A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a basketball player, rendered in bold shades of maroon, gold, and navy blue.The Aggies' latest recruiting coup adds a dynamic playmaker to their 2027 roster.College Station Today

Texas A&M head coach Bucky McMillan has continued his impressive recruiting run, landing a commitment from 5-star guard PJ Haggerty. Haggerty, a top-10 national recruit in the 2027 class, chose the Aggies over offers from several other top programs.

Why it matters

Haggerty's commitment is a major coup for the Aggies, who are looking to build on their recent success and compete for SEC and national titles. The addition of a player of Haggerty's caliber should help Texas A&M attract more top talent and solidify their status as an elite program.

The details

Haggerty, a 6'4" combo guard from Houston, is ranked as the #7 overall prospect in the 2027 recruiting class. He is known for his scoring ability, playmaking skills, and tenacious defense. His commitment gives the Aggies a potential program-changing talent to build around in the coming years.

  • PJ Haggerty announced his commitment to Texas A&M on April 10, 2026.

The players

PJ Haggerty

A 5-star guard and top-10 national recruit in the 2027 class, who has committed to play for Texas A&M.

Bucky McMillan

The head coach of the Texas A&M men's basketball team, who has led the Aggies' impressive recruiting efforts.

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What they’re saying

“PJ Haggerty is exactly the type of player we need to take this program to the next level. His skill set and competitive drive are a perfect fit for what we're building here at Texas A&M.”

— Bucky McMillan, Head Coach, Texas A&M Men's Basketball

What’s next

With Haggerty's commitment, the Aggies will look to continue assembling a top-ranked 2027 recruiting class and position themselves as a preseason top-10 team heading into the 2027-28 season.

The takeaway

Haggerty's decision to join Texas A&M is a major recruiting victory for the Aggies, as they look to cement their status as an elite program in the SEC and nationally. His arrival should provide an immediate boost to the team's talent level and championship aspirations.