Carson Towt Takes His Rebounding Skills to Notre Dame Basketball With Full Commitment
Carson Towt, the 6’7” rebounding machine known for his relentless work ethic and blue-collar playing style, has officially committed to the University of Notre Dame, bringing with him a reputation for dominating the glass and anchoring frontcourts with poise and purpose. The Fighting Irish, fresh off a transitional season, now welcome Towt’s grit and experience as they look to re-establish their presence in the ACC.
Born in Gilbert, Arizona, Towt carved his name into the college basketball scene not with flash, but with fundamentals. Over the last two seasons at Northern Arizona University, Towt averaged 10.2 rebounds per game—ranking among the top rebounders in the Big Sky Conference. A cerebral forward with excellent timing, Towt’s rebounding prowess goes beyond mere numbers. He tracks missed shots like a hawk, boxes out with tenacity, and crashes the boards with a controlled fury that few can match.
His decision to transfer to Notre Dame came after months of reflection, careful evaluation of team systems, and conversations with Coach Micah Shrewsberry, whose emphasis on defense, ball movement, and hustle aligned perfectly with Towt’s playing philosophy. “Notre Dame felt like more than a school—it felt like a mission,” Towt said. “There’s a culture of doing things the right way here, and I want to be a part of that.”
Towt brings more than rebounding. Known for his high basketball IQ, the power forward often initiates the fast break after defensive boards, thanks to his solid ball-handling and unselfish play. His court vision enables quick outlet passes and his ability to screen, roll, and pass out of double teams makes him a valuable asset in both half-court and transition sets. Defensively, Towt’s presence will bolster Notre Dame’s interior, where his anticipation and toughness add a much-needed layer of physicality.
The coaching staff is confident that Towt’s mature game and leadership will accelerate the development of younger bigs and elevate the team’s overall defensive identity. “Carson is a culture guy,” Coach Shrewsberry said. “He works harder than anyone in the gym and leads by example. He’s the kind of player who changes the tone of practice, who refuses to be outworked.”
Notre Dame fans can expect Towt to be a consistent double-double threat, the kind of player who may not always headline the highlight reels but wins games through effort, consistency, and smart basketball. In a league loaded with talent, Towt is the kind of glue guy who could help Notre Dame punch above its weight.
With full commitment and eyes on the big stage, Carson Towt is poised to become a cornerstone of Notre Dame’s next chapter. His journey from under-recruited grinder to ACC contributor is a testament to resilience, proving once again that rebounds—and respect—are earned, not given.
