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Nebraska Lands 5-Star Recruit Dawson Battie
22 Sep
Summary
- Dawson Battie, a five-star power forward, committed to Nebraska.
- Battie is the No. 26 overall prospect in the 2027 class.
- He will become the highest-ranked recruit in program history.
Nebraska men's basketball has secured a historic commitment from five-star power forward Dawson Battie. Battie, ranked No. 26 overall in the 2027 class by the 247Sports Composite Rankings, selected Nebraska over 22 other Division I offers. His commitment, announced on Monday, will make him the highest-ranked recruit in the program's history.
Battie's decision follows multiple visits to Lincoln, with his most recent official visit over the weekend of September 18 solidifying his choice. He joins four-star forward Ty Schlagel, the No. 137 overall prospect in the 2027 class, in Nebraska's recruiting haul. This duo is expected to significantly enhance the team's athleticism and scoring.
The program continues to build momentum under coach Fred Hoiberg. The potential addition of dual-sport athlete Ahmad Hudson, a four-star forward and top tight end prospect, could further elevate the 2027 class. Battie's commitment is seen as a significant step in establishing Nebraska as a national contender.
