Jack Donohue has accepted a written offer of athletic aid from Syracuse, coach Gerry McNamara announced Wednesday, formalizing another step for the forward in the Orange’s 2027 men’s basketball recruiting class.
The 6-foot-8, 220-pound Loudonville, New York, native plays at The Newman School in Massachusetts. Syracuse’s Nov. 11 announcement follows his previously reported commitment to the program.
Donohue’s prep career includes a championship season
Donohue began his scholastic career at Christian Brothers Academy in Albany. He averaged 4.6 points and 2.3 rebounds over 19 games during the 2024-25 season, according to Syracuse.
He moved to The Newman School for 2025-26, when the Cardinals finished 38-3 and won three championships: the New England Basketball League title, the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council Class AAA title and the national prep championship.
Jackson Johnson coached that team before being hired by IMG Academy. Justin Perron now coaches the Cardinals, who open their 2026-27 season Nov. 17.
Summer basketball included ShoreShots and Pangos camp
Donohue played for the NJ ShoreShots on the Under Armour Grassroots Basketball Circuit during summer 2026. He also attended the Pangos All-American Camp in Las Vegas.
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