Top Basketball Recruit PJ Haggerty Commits To Texas A&M

Five-star guard PJ Haggerty announced his commitment to Texas A&M on Friday, giving the Aggies a major boost for their 2026 recruiting class. The 6'4" standout from Crosby, Texas, chose the Aggies over offers from Kansas, Houston, and LSU, citing the program's development track record and proximity to home.

Haggerty, ranked No. 12 nationally by ESPN, is one of the most dynamic scorers in the 2026 class. His decision comes after a breakout junior season where he averaged 28.3 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game. Texas A&M head coach Buzz Williams personally led the recruitment, emphasizing Haggerty's fit in the Aggies' up-tempo system.

The commitment is trending nationally as Texas A&M continues its rise in college basketball. Haggerty's pledge follows the Aggies' Elite Eight run this March, signaling the program's growing appeal to elite recruits. Fans flooded social media with reactions, many calling it a "program-changing" pickup.

Haggerty will join a Texas A&M roster expected to return key players like Wade Taylor IV and Solomon Washington. His scoring ability could help the Aggies compete for a Big 12 title in their first season in the conference. The announcement was made live on ESPN's recruiting show, drawing over 150,000 concurrent viewers.

Analysts note Haggerty's commitment strengthens Texas A&M's case as a top-10 recruiting class for 2026. The Aggies now have two five-star pledges, including small forward Cameron Boozer. With NIL opportunities in College Station also a factor, Haggerty's decision reflects the shifting landscape of college basketball recruiting.

Texas A&M opens its 2026-27 season in November, with Haggerty expected to compete for immediate starting minutes. His arrival could accelerate the program's push for its first Final Four appearance since 1956.