Russell goes Irish 

December, 29, 2011
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After narrowing his choices down to Notre Dame and Washington, running back KeiVarae Russell (Everett, Wash./Mariner) announced moments ago at a school assembly that he’ll play his college ball in South Bend.

We caught up with Russell earlier in the week who gave us the reasons why he picked the Irish over the hometown Huskies.

“I’m going to Notre Dame,” Russell said. “There were a lot of reasons why I made my decision. It wasn’t just one thing. I felt the most comfortable at Notre Dame and even though they were the school farthest away from home, they recruited me harder than anyone. I love the academics and the alumni support there is second to none.

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