Marcus Freeman has signed a four-year extension with Notre Dame, securing his position as head coach for one more six years. The deal locations Freeman among the many highest-paid coaches in faculty soccer.
In his third season, Freeman has posted a 30-9 total document as head coach. The Irish completed the 2024 common season 11-1, incomes a spot within the inaugural 12-team School Soccer Playoff. They are going to host No. 8 Indiana (11-1, 8-1 Massive Ten) in a extremely anticipated first-round matchup on Friday, Dec. 20, at 8 p.m. in South Bend.
Freeman’s squad might want to execute with precision, particularly on offense, as Indiana’s protection has been probably the greatest within the nation. The winner will transfer on to face No. 2 Georgia within the Sugar Bowl, placing them only one step away from a potential nationwide championship.
Freeman took over as head coach in December 2021 after Brian Kelly’s departure to LSU. In his first season, 2022, Freeman led the Irish to a 9-4 document, highlighted by wins over 4 ranked groups, together with a victory over fifth-ranked Clemson. Notre Dame capped that season with a win over No. 19 South Carolina within the Gator Bowl.
In 2023, the addition of switch quarterback Sam Hartman raised expectations for the Irish. Freeman guided Notre Dame to a 9-3 common season. The staff ended the 12 months with a 40-8 win over Oregon State within the Solar Bowl.
Waiting for subsequent season, Freeman has no plans to return to the switch portal for a quarterback. With Steve Angeli, Kenny Minchey, CJ Carr and Anthony Rezac already on the roster, Freeman will give attention to growing his first non-“plug-and-play” beginning quarterback. This can be a vital step in constructing long-term success for this system.
