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"They couldn't have been hap- pier," Hinish said. "They didn't tell me until a couple days after I com- mitted that Notre Dame is where they wanted me to go. They thought it was the place for me." Hinish — who also held offers from Tennessee, Nebraska, Virginia Tech, Rutgers, Ole Miss, South Caro- lina, Baylor and Boston College — isn't the tallest defensive line pros- pect at a shade under 6-3 and 283 pounds, but he reminds defensive line coach Keith Gilmore of a former Irish tackle, and that's why Notre Dame pushed so hard to get the Pitts- burgh native committed. "He thinks I can be the next Shel- don Day," Hinish said in referenced to the former Irish lineman, who was listed at 6-2 and 285 pounds. "He said that's who I remind him of when it comes to the rush, and he seems to know what he's talking about." Pittsburgh Central Catholic head coach Terry Totten agreed with Gilm- ore's comparison of Hinish to Day. "Kurt's got a great work ethic, he's a big, strong kid with a high motor and he's going to bring that every play," Totten said. "I think that's why Notre Dame likes our guys." Rivals ranks Hinish as the No. 9 prospect in Pennsylvania and the No. 32 defensive tackle in the coun- try. He might not stay there for long according to Rivals recruiting analyst Adam Friedman. "I don't think his ranking has caught up to where he is as a player. He has a great frame and can fill out," Friedman said. "If he can keep that explosiveness, he's going to be a force to be reckoned with." ✦ Blue & Gold Illustrated • P.O. Box 2331 • Durham, NC 27702 www.BlueGoldOnline.com 800-421-7751 Made with recycled vinyl and drawstring bottom. Vinyl is breathable to help fight against mold. Logos printed with UV resistant ink. AvAIlABle IN 2 sIzes: Small: 60" wide x 36" tall x 21" deep $51.95 + $15.00 S&H Large: 72" wide x 36" tall x 21" deep $54.95 + $15.00 S&H ChOICe Of 3 lOGO DesIGNs: ND Shamrock • ND Logo • Fighting Irish Leprechaun Please allow up to 2 weeks for delivery. Covers are made to order and dropshipped from the manufacturer. Notre Dame Custom Grill Covers (Item #6621)