"FRIAR": College hoops fans are saying the same thing after four-star forward Jaylen Harrell commits to Providence

Jaylen Harrell, a highly regarded four-star recruit, has decided to join Providence College. He announced this on Monday on the On3 Recruits YouTube channel, committing live to Kim English's Friars.

On3Sports reporter Joe Tipton shared the news on X/Twitter and the Friar fans are buzzing with excitement.

"BREAKING: 2025 four-star SF Jaylen Harrell has committed to Providence live on the On3Recruits YouTube Channel. The Boston native is a top-100 prospect," Tipton tweeted.

Everyone in the Friar Family is looking forward to seeing Harrell wear the black and white jersey. They were left saying the same thing regarding the commitment.

"FRIAR"

One fan added a bit of sanctity to his 'Friar':

"Holy Friar," wrote another fan.

Meanwhile, another expressed their appreciation:

"Friar. Thank you," one more commented.

One fan believes that Jaylen Harrell can be the real deal if Coach English can keep him at Providence for long enough:

"As long as they can retain him Kim English is gonna be a big threat on the recruiting trail for the Friars," the fan commented.

Another Friar supporter is excited and is now eagerly awaiting the start of the season to see Harrell make his mark on the court:

"Congrats Jaylen Harrell can’t wait to see you on the Amica Mutual Pavilion court! #pcbb," one fan wrote.

Jaylen Harrell on his decision to commit to Providence

The 6-foot-6 CATS Academy senior Harrell explained his choice to join Providence during his live commitment.

Harrell went for the Friars, despite receiving offers from schools like Alabama, Kansas, Rutgers, Virginia Tech and Xavier.

"I ultimately chose Providence because of the relationship I have with the coaching staff,” Harrell said. "From the head coach, all the way to strength and conditioning coach. I know that they want the best for me. It’s different when the head coach is all in one you, calling you every day, and coaching you even when you’re not even committed."

Harrell also mentioned that Providence is nearby so he can come home whenever he wants. He also believes in Kim's vision for their future.

"I trust Kim’s vision and what he wants me to be in the program," he said. "A person that can be a spark, just play their role in a great way, just do their job, and score the ball when I need to and play defense...It’s another level of why you’d want to go to their school."

Harrell was named the Massachusetts Boys Basketball Player of the Year last season as he averaged 24.0 points, 7.1 rebounds and 4.6 assists per game.