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Daelin Hayes Wins for Best Commitment Announcement

Earlier today Daelin Hayes became Notre Dame’s 19th, and highest rated, commitment in the class of 2016 when he selected the Irish over both Ohio State and Michigan State. While his selection wasn’t overly surprising, the method in which he made his commitment was unique to say the least. Actually, it was down right awesome.

Hayes made his announcement via a professionally produced, Dark Knight inspired video that looks straight out of Hollywood. Check for yourself.

Four star LB Daelin Hayes dashes through Detroit to pick his school, 'Dark Knight' Style https://t.co/rIjvj9HERQ

— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 10, 2015

Now, I am sure there are some in the old guard who will roll their eyes and talk about how “that’s not how they did it in my day” or say “what’s wrong with just committing and not making a spectacle?