Pete Bevacqua, Notre Dame’s athletic director and a former NBC Sports exec, just landed a major role: he’s now on the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Selection Committee, set to begin his four-year term July 1. He’s one of only a handful to serve on both the College Football Playoff and basketball committees—and the first AD to hold both simultaneously. Joining him are three other top administrators, with Samford’s Martin Newton chairing the committee for 2026–27. Bevacqua, who returned to Notre Dame after leading golf orgs and NBC Sports, is stepping in as the ACC’s rep, replacing John Wildhack—following in the footsteps of fellow ND AD Gene Corrigan from the ’80s. With the tournament expanding to 76 teams, his influence is poised to shape the future of March Madness.

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Notre Dame just landed a basketball gem: Braeden Smith, a savvy veteran point guard from Gonzaga, is headed to South Bend for the 2026-27 season. A Seattle native and graduate transfer, Smith brings elite experience after starring at Colgate — where he earned Patriot League Player of the Year as a sophomore. Known for his court vision, ball-handling mastery, and leadership, he’s already proven himself on winning teams. At Gonzaga, he played in all 35 games, averaging 5 points and 3 assists while boasting an elite assist-to-turnover ratio. Before that, he was a National Freshman finalist and helped Colgate reach two NCAA Tournaments. With career averages near 10 points and 4 assists per game — and top-50 career assists among active players — Smith is poised to make an instant impact and elevate Notre Dame’s backcourt. Coach Shrewsberry couldn’t be more excited — this is exactly the veteran presence they’ve been waiting for.

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Notre Dame just got a physical, gritty upgrade with the addition of 6-foot-9 forward Bryce Dortch, who’s transferring from Rutgers for the 2026-27 season. Hailing from Somerville, MA, Dortch brings elite defensive instincts — 21 blocks and 17 steals last year — plus flashes of dominance like his nine-rebound, five-block game against Penn. A high school All-NEPSAC honoree and AAU champion with Rivals Elite, he’s ready to compete and could make an immediate impact on South Bend’s roster.

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Notre Dame’s ACC hoops future just got wild: 18 conference games, new rivalries, and a shocking Louisville absence — all set to shake up the 2026-27 season.

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Notre Dame hosts Vanderbilt in a high-stakes SEC/ACC Challenge showdown on December 2nd — the Commodores’ first trip to South Bend since 2006 and a chance for the Irish to bounce back after road losses. With Vanderbilt boasting a loaded roster led by standout guard Tyler Tanner and a 27-9 record last season, this matchup promises fireworks. It’s part of ESPN’s stacked December slate, including Duke vs. Florida and Kentucky vs. Virginia — don’t miss it.

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Notre Dame is making a big push to land top-four-star power forward Ian Condon, a 6’7”, 220-pound phenom from Sidwell Friends, who’s set to officially visit South Bend on Sept. 18-19. With a packed recruitment schedule including Syracuse, Boston College, and others, Condon’s visit signals Notre Dame’s serious intent — especially as they rebuild under Coach Shrewsberry. Landing Condon could be the catalyst they need to reignite momentum and reshape the program for the future.

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