After a tough stretch that’s seen Texas A&M drop four straight games, the Aggies are turning to something that runs deep in their DNA - tradition. And with Ole Miss coming to town on February 18, it’s not just another SEC matchup. It’s a chance to reset, rally, and reconnect with what makes Aggie basketball - and the entire A&M community - special.
The program is leaning into its roots in a big way, unveiling a new “Aggie Corps” uniform in collaboration with the university’s iconic Corps of Cadets. The teaser video, posted on social media, features forwards Rashaun Agee and Marcus Hill walking alongside cadets, with a nostalgic nod to Reveille, the school’s beloved mascot. It’s a moment steeped in symbolism - unity, pride, and a call to arms for a team and fanbase that could use a jolt of energy.
Let’s not sugarcoat it: the Aggies have hit a wall. After briefly sitting atop the SEC standings, they’ve stumbled hard, with their most recent loss - a blackout game that was supposed to electrify Reed Arena - turning into their lowest offensive output of the season.
That one stung. But it’s also the kind of loss that can either unravel a team or galvanize it.
What’s encouraging is how this group has already exceeded early expectations. With a roster that didn’t come into the season with much national buzz, and having to navigate stretches without Mackenzie Mgbako, the Aggies still managed to claw their way to the top of the conference at one point.
That doesn’t happen by accident. First-year head coach Bucky has clearly struck a chord with this group, and more importantly, with the 12th Man.
He’s embraced the culture, and the culture has embraced him right back.
This weekend’s matchup against Ole Miss is more than just a must-win - it’s a chance to rediscover that early-season swagger. The Rebels are no pushover, but this is a winnable game, especially at home.
And while Arkansas and Kentucky still loom large on the schedule, A&M can’t afford to look ahead. The turnaround has to start now.
The introduction of the Aggie Corps uniforms isn’t just a marketing move - it’s a rallying cry. A reminder of what this program stands for.
It’s about discipline, resilience, and pride. And right now, those qualities are exactly what this team needs to tap into.
If the Aggies can channel that spirit and get back to the gritty, team-first basketball that got them to the top of the SEC in the first place, they’ll be right back in the mix. The season’s far from over. And with Reed Arena set to host a game that blends tradition with urgency, don’t be surprised if this is the moment Texas A&M flips the switch.