Cadets chosen to highlight the colors at the Maryland game
Cadet Alex Scott and Cadet Aaryn James of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets will travel with the Hokies to face the University of Maryland this Saturday, standing ready in the south end zone of SECU Stadium to receive the colors during pregame ceremonies.
This week’s flag bearers were selected by their company leadership for their outstanding peer mentorship, physical excellence, and positive influence throughout the corps.
Scott demonstrates exceptional leadership across all cadet classes. He actively builds connections within his company and battalion to ensure fellow cadets feel supported and leads a Bible study providing mentorship on faith and leadership. A resident of Barrington, Illinois, Scott is a member of November Company and Army ROTC majoring in building construction in the College of Engineering.
James serves as a knowledgeable trainer and key resource for first-year cadets in Oscar Company. Recognized for his initiative and reliability, he consistently assists with company operations and mentors fellow upperclass cadets. James, a native of Crofton, Maryland, is a member of Army ROTC majoring in criminology in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences.
The cadets will receive the flags from three football players selected for their standout performances in practice and competition. The pregame ceremony continues a longtime tradition uniting Virginia Tech Football and the Corps of Cadets. While first-year cadets are selected to carry flags during home games, upperclass cadets are chosen to represent the corps during away games based on exceptional performance.
