Category: Notre Dame Recruiting

This Notre Dame staffer gets honored for roster building

Notre Dame Fighting Irish assistant athletics director/general manager Chad Bowden gets an honor for his work on roster construction.

Notre Dame assistant athletic director/general manager [autotag]Chad Bowden[/autotag] has been named Football Scoop’s Player Personnel Director of the Year.

Bowden earns the honor for the way he has worked with head coach [autotag]Marcus Freeman[/autotag] and the rest of the coaching staff to build the Fighting Irish’s roster.

The publication cites Bowden’s ability to combine an old-school approach while also navigating the new(ish) waters of the transfer portal. Notre Dame has invested in Name, Image, and Likeness deals, too.

Whether recruiting from the high-school ranks or using the transfer portal — quarterback [autotag]Riley Leonard[/autotag] transferred in from Duke, as one example — the Irish have built a strong enough roster to compete deep into the College Football Playoff, and Bowden has had a big hand in that.

Jan 2, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish players celebrate with fans in the stands after defeating the Georgia Bulldogs at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

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Notre Dame football lands key transfer

Notre Dame just got better at wide receiver.

Virginia wide receiver [autotag]Malachi Fields[/autotag] is coming to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

Fields posted on his Instagram account that he is heading to South Bend via the transfer portal.

Fields had 55 catches for 808 yards and five touchdowns in 2024.

 

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Notre Dame and Penn State appeared to be Fields’ top two choices when it became clear he wouldn’t return to Virginia after his senior season. Both schools offer star players with NFL aspirations two things: The chance to have a spotlight shone on them and a chance to play for a national championship.

Now it looks like the potential future NFL receiver is heading to South Bend and not Happy Valley

Oct 5, 2024; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers wide receiver Malachi Fields (8) scores a touchdown against Boston College Eagles defensive back Ashton McShane (35) during the fourth quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

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Notre Dame baseball adds another signee

Notre Dame has another big baseball signing.

[autotag]Mason Barth[/autotag] has committed to Notre Dame baseball.

Barth, who plays on the Canes Midwest travel team, is a shortstop and right-handed pitcher from St. John, Indiana.

Like [autotag]Will Jaisle[/autotag], Barth is an Indiana kid staying in the state to play in South Bend. He comes out of Andrean High School.

Barth’s fastball has hit 90 mph.

Along with the athletic Jaisle, this marks two key signings for Notre Dame Fighting Irish baseball within the past two days.

All eyes might be on football and basketball right now, but the baseball season will be here sooner than you think.

Notre Dame announces starting pitchers for series vs. Tennessee Tech
Jun 21, 2022; Omaha, NE, USA; A practice ball sits on the dirt before the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports

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Notre Dame baseball gets big commitment

Notre Dame baseball gets a key commitment.

Notre Dame baseball has gotten a commitment from right-handed pitcher [autotag]Will Jaisle[/autotag].

The Batesville, Indiana product will be staying in state. Batesville is located southeast of Indianapolis.

Jaisle is 6-foot-1, 205 pounds and also plays quarterback. He threw for a school record 55 touchdowns for Batesville High School. He also played running back and safety.

In addition to pitching, Jaisle has played catcher, outfield, and corner infield.

The class of 2025 product will be bringing more than a little bit of athleticism to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish baseball team when arrives on campus in South Bend.

Notre Dame announces starting pitchers for series vs. Tennessee Tech
Jun 21, 2022; Omaha, NE, USA; A practice ball sits on the dirt before the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports

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Notre Dame baseball lands pitcher/first baseman transfer for 2026

Notre Dame gets a left-handed bat who can pitch.

Notre Dame baseball is getting pitcher/first baseman Sean Scanlon for the 2026 season.

He’ll be coming to the Fighting Irish for his grad year — Scanlon is currently entering his senior year at Holy Cross.

Scanlon throws right-handed and bats lefty, and the 6-3, 220-pound Scanlon has been All-Patriot League Second Team in 2022 and 2023.

He pitched 5.0 innings in two games in 2024, with a 7.20 ERA, 5 K, 2 walks, 7 hits, 4 runs, and a 0-0 record.

Scanlon batted .286 with 2 homers, 6 RBI, 6 hits, 1 double, 6 BB, and 9 strikeouts in 6 games.

His fielding numbers look clean, with no errors in the winter/spring of 2024.

Notre Dame will be happy to welcome this left-handed-hitting first baseman.

Notre Dame announces starting pitchers for series vs. Tennessee Tech
Jun 21, 2022; Omaha, NE, USA; A practice ball sits on the dirt before the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports

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Five-star basketball recruit has Notre Dame on shortlist

This highly-ranked recruit could help restore Notre Dame basketball to competitive status.

Jalen Haralson, a five-star recruit, has narrowed his list down to Notre Dame, Michigan State and Indiana.

The senior at La Porte (Ind.) La Lumiere plays the perimeter, and he stands 6-foot-7. He plays to announce his decision at 7 pm Eastern on Wednesday, September 25th.

He is currently ranked 14th in the country.

Haralson has been playing in Nike’s EYBL as a member of the Indy Heat. He’s been averaging 19.5 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game.

He has also played for USA Basketball’s U17 team — that one won a FIBA U17 World Championship. Haralson had 11.1 points per game, 4.0 rebounds per game and 2.3 assists per game with that team.

If he chooses Notre Dame, he obviously could be immensely helpful to a rebuilding program that is looking to return to the NCAA Tournament sooner rather than later.

 

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Notre Dame commit gets upgraded ranking

Notre Dame commit Will Black continues to draw praise.

Will Black, an offensive tackle who has committed to Notre Dame, has received a boost in On3’s rankings.

On3 updated its rankings to reflect that the high-school season is coming up on the halfway point, and it has 18 players assigned five-star status. It will eventually have 32 players with that ranking to match the number of NFL first-round draft picks.

Black, who plays his high school ball at Choate Rosemary Hall in Wallingford, Connecticut, is the No. 1 offensive tackle on On3’s list.

“The 2025 recruiting cycle is heavy at the top with offensive tackle prospects and Will Black is the man at the top of that list. The 6-foot-7, 285 pound tackle from Connecticut is arguably the most sound tackle prospect in the country. Black has a tremendous frame that will only need to add 15-25 pounds once he reaches the collegiate level and will be able to carry that additional mass with ease given his build and body type.”

Irish fans will be able to see Black in action in the Adidas All-American Bowl in January.

 

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Michigan State is trying to flip its legacy 2025 Notre Dame commit

The Spartans are trying to use their familiarity with the family to flip the Irish commit

After a loss, you know that the vultures are coming out to try and wreak havoc, and that is exactly what is happening to Notre Dame football.

While the Irish have done a great job of recruiting former players son’s, they also have done a great job with other NFL stars son’s. One of them is [autotag]Elijah Burress[/autotag], son of former wide receiver Plaxico, who starred at Michigan State.

The Spartans were late to offer Elijah, but according to this report by 247Sports Brian Dohn (subscription required), MSU is trying to get him to take a visit to East Lansing this fall. He said that he has to “really think about” it, so it may not be a forgone conclusion that he will visit.

Justin Griffin (left), of Passaic, is shown on his way to winning the 100 meters final, at the Passaic County Track and Field Championships, with a time of 11.09. Jeancarlos Mendoza, of the Hawthorne Bears came in second place with a time of 11.11. Elijah Burress, of DePaul came in third place with a time of 11.22. Logan Gray, of Lakeland came in fourth place with a time of 11.26, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in Clifton.

Either way, teams are starting to see some cracks in Notre Dame’s armor, and are trying to take full advantage of it. Hopefully the younger Burress honors his initial commitment and stays with the Irish.

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Notre Dame basketball visiting 2025 5-star power forward today

The Irish are battling a few top programs for his commitment

One of the nation’s best 2025 prospects will get a visit from Micah Schrewsberry and his Notre Dame basketball staff today according to a report by Jamie Shaw.

Virginia power forward [autotag]Nate Ament[/autotag] is a 5-star prospect according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings, coming in as the No. 13 overall player in the country.

He’s high on multiple teams recruiting boards, as Ament isn’t just getting a visit from the Irish. Seven other teams will be stopping by his school, a list that includes powerhouse programs Duke and Kansas.

Mar 2, 2024; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Micah Shrewsberry takes pictures with fans after Notre Dame defeated the Clemson Tigers at the Purcell Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports

Ament has already officially visited the Wildcats along with an upcoming trip to see Virginia’s campus. Until he sets a visit to South Bend, he’s looking more like a pipe dream than a realistic commitment in the future.

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Notre Dame commit will play in prestigious high school All-Star game

The Irish are sending another star to a prominent high school All-Star game

[autotag]Will Black[/autotag], an offensive tackle who has committed to Notre Dame, will be playing in the Adidas All-American Bowl.

The game will be played on January 11, 2025, at the Alamodome in San Antonio, and it will feature top high-school talent. It’s slated to be broadcast on NBC and Peacock. This year marks the game’s 25th anniversary.

According to NBC Sports, several hundred future NFL players have suited up since the game started in 2000 which includes Stefon Diggs, Trevor Lawrence, and C.J. Stroud among others.

Multiple other high school stars are expected to be showcased in the game like offensive tackle David Sanders Jr., defensive back Devin Sanchez, and wide receiver Jabari Brady.

Black will be joining the Irish after playing his high school ball at Choate Rosemary Hall in Wallingford, CT. The 6-foot, 7-inch Black weighs 295 pounds and is ranked the best offensive tackle in Connecticut and 19th-best in the nation by the 247Sports Composite.

Irish fans can get a preview of Black’s play by tuning into the game in January.

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