SOUTH BEND, Ind. - The Notre Dame men's golf team announced the additions of two signings for National Signing Day this week.
The two signees are Michael Quallich and Tiger Wu. Quallich joins the Irish from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, while Wu comes to Notre Dame from Beijing, China. Both golfers have ranked inside the top-50 in the 2027 Class on Junior Golf Scoreboard.
“To have the opportunity to be a student-athlete at Notre Dame means every aspect of your life exemplifies excellence," said Notre Dame men's head coach and director of golf.
"Not only are you fully dedicated to playing your sport at the highest level, you’re committed to pursuing a world-class education and representing something much bigger than all of us with the highest character. Coach Zedrick and I truly believe this is another class willing to embrace this opportunity and make the very most of it.”
TIGER WU
- Member of the International Team in 2026 Junior Presidents Cup
- Ranked as high as #140 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking and #12 in the 2027 Class on Junior Golf Scoreboard
- Semi-Finalist in 2025 U.S. Junior Amateur
- Three professional wins in China
Coach Handrigan on Wu:
"Tiger has proven to be a world-class amateur for multiple years now. Between his play in the U.S. and the international team events he’s participated in, the experience he’ll bring in at his age is extraordinary. While his competitiveness and love for the game are incredible, his character and team-first mentality will be a great fit with our team.”
Wu on choosing Notre Dame:
“It’s a great opportunity to be able to go to Notre Dame. To be able to balance high-level golf and prestigious academics will be very important for my development. The people here are also high character and it’ll feel great to fight alongside a team that has the ability to win championships.”
MICHAEL QUALLICH
- Ranked as high as #43 in the 2027 Class on Junior Golf Scoreboard
- Member of the Pennsylvania State Team within the U.S. National Development Program
- Two American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) wins
- T-25 at the 2025 PGA Junior Championship
Coach Handrigan on Quallich:
"Michael worked very hard to have tremendous growth in his game from his sophomore to junior year in high school. He’s won national-level junior events and has shown he can compete at an elite level against the best juniors in the country. Along with that, he’s excited to be in an environment where everyone’s pushing to get better every day and do things the right way.”
Quallich on choosing Notre Dame:
“It’s an absolute honor and dream come true to represent the Irish. Everything I have worked for has led me to this amazing school, coaches, community, and team. Go Irish!”