Dame Sarr has officially joined the Brotherhood. The highly touted guard from Italy is set to wear the Duke blue, and his reasons for choosing the Blue Devils say a lot about what matters to him.
He didn’t just choose Duke because of the name. He chose it for the culture.
Sarr said the environment at Duke felt like home. He connected with the way players are developed on and off the court. “It’s a family,” he said. “They know how to take care of their guys.”
Another major factor? The coaching staff.
Sarr spoke highly of head coach Jon Scheyer. The trust they built during recruitment played a huge role. “Coach Scheyer kept it real. He showed me how I could grow there,” Sarr explained.
The competition at Duke also drew him in.
Sarr knows he’ll be going up against top talent every day. That challenge excites him. He’s not afraid of hard work or tough matchups. He embraces it. He believes the pressure will shape him into a pro.
His game is smooth, but tough. A versatile guard who can score, defend, and lead. Duke fans will love his energy and confidence.
He’s not just another recruit. He’s ready to be part of something bigger.
Dame Sarr Duke Basketball is more than a headline—it’s a glimpse of what’s coming to Cameron Indoor.
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