Notre Dame taps Penn State's Micah Shrewsberry as new basketball coach
Micah Shrewsberry, former Penn State coach, has been hired as the new head coach for the Notre Dame men's basketball team. Shrewsberry, the first Black head coach in Notre Dame history, replaces Mike Brey, who had a successful 23-year tenure. The hiring process involved a thorough evaluation of candidates based on criteria such as recruiting prowess, commitment to student-athlete development, and passion for Notre Dame. Despite facing competition from other schools, Shrewsberry emerged as the top choice due to his coaching experience and ability to navigate challenges.