In a significant recruiting victory, Notre Dame men’s basketball head coach Micah Shrewsberry has secured a commitment from five-star forward Jalen Haralson for the 2025 class. Haralson, a standout from Indiana, chose the Fighting Irish over prominent programs such as Indiana and Michigan State. This commitment marks a pivotal moment for Notre Dame basketball, as Haralson is the highest-profile recruit to join the program since 1988. citeturn0search7

 

Haralson, standing at 6-foot-7, is widely regarded as one of the top prospects in the 2025 class. He is ranked seventh by Rivals.com, 10th by ESPN.com, and 14th by 247Sports.com. citeturn0search7 His decision to commit to Notre Dame has been described as a “recruiting coup for the ages,” highlighting the program’s growing appeal under Coach Shrewsberry’s leadership.

 

The addition of Haralson is part of a broader recruiting surge for Notre Dame. In September 2024, the program landed commitments from four top-tier recruits in a single week, including three four-star players and one five-star player, culminating in the nation’s top-ranked recruiting class for 2025. citeturn0search8 This impressive haul underscores the effectiveness of Shrewsberry’s recruiting strategy and the program’s rising prominence on the national stage.

 

Coach Shrewsberry, who has been at the helm for 18 months, has rapidly transformed Notre Dame into a destination for elite talent. His deep connections, especially within Indiana, have been instrumental in attracting top recruits like Haralson. This momentum suggests a promising future for the Fighting Irish, as they aim to compete at the highest levels of college basketball.

 

The commitment of a player of Haralson’s caliber not only elevates the team’s potential on the court but also enhances Notre Dame’s reputation as a formidable force in recruiting. As the program continues to build on this success, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how these talented additions will impact the team’s performance in the coming seasons.

 

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