Elite 2028 DL Kellan Hall lands Notre Dame offer, raves about visit

It was always a matter of when, not if, Notre Dame would offer Louisville (Ky.) Christian Academy of Louisville class of 2028 defensive lineman Kellan Hall.

The elite sophomore visited Notre Dame in the spring and participated in a camp in South Bend in June. And a few days before visit No. 3 to Notre Dame, the Irish staff went ahead and offered Hall.

The No. 12 overall prospect and No. 3 defensive lineman nationally per the 2028 Rivals Industry Ranking was back in South Bend last Saturday to see the Irish knock off NC State 36-7, and Hall loved it.

“The visit was fantastic,” he told Blue & Gold. “The fans, the alumni and the current commits all had nothing but great things to say about Notre Dame. It wasn’t what they said, but how they said it — genuine and heartfelt.

“Being in the locker room and seeing the players singing the fight song after the game were highlights of my day.”

“The game got off to a slow start, but I liked how the team responded as it went on. Players made plays when the team needed them most — big runs by the backs, great catches by KK Smith at wideout, and some big hits from the defense. “I also liked how the defensive front pressured NC State’s quarterback throughout the game.

“I can’t forget about the mascot — he had the student section jumping. The fans bench pressing actual people after each score was pretty cool to see in person.”

Hall clearly loved the game day experience, and getting the scholarship from the Fighting Irish was especially meaningful to him.

“Getting the offer prior to the game was everything,” said Hall. “I know the standard at Notre Dame and the type of players they recruit, so to be offered by them this early in my career is a testament to my hard work and dedication toward improving as a player.

“I consider it being part of an elite class of players, considering the academics. I was pumped to get the news and really set the tone for the visit.”

It’s early in Hall’s recruitment as a sophomore, but the Irish figure to be a top contender for him over the long haul.

“Getting the Notre Dame offer is a pretty big deal for me and my family,” he continued. “I don’t take any of my offers for granted and consider myself to be extremely blessed to be in this position as a sophomore to have some great options to continue both my academic and athletic career.”

The 6-4, 260-pounder posted 61 stops, 21 tackles for loss and a couple sacks in 13 games of his freshman season in 2024.

His next visits are to Georgia, Tennessee and LSU.