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Mike Brey Calls Pat Connaughton Best Senior Leader in Notre Dame History

Notre Dame has had its greats roll through South Bend in the last 100 years: Joe Montana, Adrian Dantley, Skylar Diggins and Matt Besler all became legends in their respective sports while Irish student-athletes.

But the greatest senior leader in Irish history? Joining 1080 The Fan's Dusty and Cam on Thursday, Notre Dame men's basketball head coach Mike Brey said to look no further than Trail Blazers rookie Pat Connaughton. Along with his standout athletic ability, Brey noted Connaughton's leadership as an asset that will translate to the pro game:

“[Connaughton] is so versatile, first of all.