Pat Garrity Named Notre Dame Basketball GM

Notre Dame has hired alumnus and former NBA player Pat Garrity as general manager for both its men's and women's basketball programs, marking a pioneering dual role in college athletics. Garrity will oversee roster management, NIL allocation, fundraising, and operations for both teams, drawing on his experience as assistant GM of the Detroit Pistons. The men's team, coached by Micah Shrewsberry, has missed the NCAA Tournament for three consecutive seasons, while coach Niele Ivey's women's team recently reached its fourth straight Sweet 16. Garrity's hiring is part of Notre Dame's strategy to address the evolving financial and regulatory landscape in college sports. Additionally, former Notre Dame forward Liatu King recently made her WNBA debut with the Los Angeles Sparks, highlighting the continued success of the women's program. This move positions Garrity to support both teams' recruitment and player development efforts.