In his introductory press conference in March 2023, Shrewsberry emphasized two things: defensive identity and individual player development. Before the 2024-25 season opener, Shrewsberry claimed to have focused on his offense during the offseason. “Our pace has improved,” he said in a Nov. 6, 2024 press conference. The 2026-27 Notre Dame team must hear its name called on Selection Sunday next March; it must finally peak then, or anytime post-early December. If Shrewsberry can deliver on his promises, the team should be more than enough for the Irish to do a jig, especially if Shrewsberry can recruit an experienced big man out of the transfer portal.