Texas A&M unveiling statue for legendary coach R.C. Slocum
Texas A&M will honor legendary coach R. C. Slocum with a ten foot statue at Kyle Field, celebrating his decades of impact on Aggie football.
Texas A&M is set to unveil a statue honoring legendary coach R.C. Slocum on September 4, 2016. The monument will be placed at the north end of Kyle Field, adjacent to the All-American Towers. Sculptor Steven White crafted the ten-foot-tall tribute, intended as a lasting testament to the most successful coach in Aggieland history.
Slocum's illustrious career includes three Southwest Conference titles and one Big 12 championship, as well as three SWC Coach of the Year accolades. He was inducted into both the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in 2005 and the College Football Hall of Fame in 2012. Following his coaching tenure, Slocum continued his service to the university, serving as interim Athletic Director twice in 2019 and 2024.
He formally retired on January 2, 2025, after a remarkable 53-year career that significantly shaped Texas A&M athletics. This honor is well-deserved and underscores the profound impact Slocum had on Aggieland. For the latest updates on Texas A&M news, follow Aggies Wire on X and like their Facebook page.
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