Don’t forget where this started. When Brian Kelly walked out that door, the players went nuts when Marcus Freeman walked back through it.

Embarrassed to take credit. Leader.

“When Freeman invited the St. Adalbert students to the Blue-Gold game, he gave them more than just tickets to a glorified spring practice. He gave them an experience that many could never afford and a reminder that they belong at Notre Dame just as much as anyone else. These tickets served as just one part of Freeman’s broader vision to ensure that Notre Dame, a globally renowned institution, remains deeply connected and committed to the local community. ‘So many of our kids need help with financial resources. Tickets just aren’t something they could afford,” said St. Adalbert Principal Jenni Crain. “Our students come from a little bit of a different demographic. To see people who look like them in impactful positions doing things for them, that’s the key. Did you see our kids crying? Crying for this opportunity, it was so beautiful.’”

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Brian Kelly has a history of abandoning his team without warning.

He reinstated the tradition of attending mass prior to games. Another thing Brian Kelly abandoned

Marcus Freeman had the locker room from the first moment. That is one of the keys to positively impacting the culture and product on the field.

Oh, I’ve never seen this before! Thanks for sharing! I was so pissed the way BK just left them. Freeman is a great coach! #GoIrish

I love how excited his team is to see him come through that door. I watch this video when I am having a bad day…it’s hard to not be inspired.

One of the coolest moments in sports right there.

Can't believe I'm a ND fan now