MARQUETTE, Mich. - The Northern Michigan University men's basketball team has signed four recruits that will make up the 2024-25 freshmen class in Michael McNabb, Isaiah Allen, Cody Schmitz, and Jonny Ingalls. 

"We couldn't be more excited about our 2024 recruiting class," said Matt Majkrzak. "All four score the ball at an extremely high level. The quartet has combined to score 8,216 points in their four-year high school careers. The numbers are jaw-dropping and speak for themselves. Despite being some of the best scorers in the nation, all four are unselfish players who can be as impactful on the defensive end as they are offensively. The other trait all four share is an intense desire to improve and work on their games. They are mature basketball players that value all the little things it takes to become great."

In his five seasons at the helm of the NMU program, Majkrzak and his coaching staff haven't spent more time on a recruiting class than he has with this group. "There hasn't been a recruiting class we've spent more time on as coaches," added Majkrzak. "We first watched them all play when they were freshman in high school, and we've seen tons of games over the years. What has impressed me is not only their growth as players but also watching them become outstanding leaders within their high school and travel programs. We have a great comfort level with them, their coaches, and their families. They fit NMU and Marquette in every aspect."

Isaiah Allen  |  6'4"  |  Guard  |  Milwaukee Lutheran (WI)
Isaiah Allen averaged 23.5 ppg, 7.7 rpg, 3.3 apg, 2.1 spg. Isaiah led his team to a Regional final, finishing the season 18-9 overall. During his career, he totaled 1,376 points, making him the all-time leading scorer at MLHS. Isaiah was named WBCA Division 2 Honorable Mention All-State, two-time Woodland First Team All-Conference, Journal Sentinel All-Area Team, and a WBCA All-Star.  

Coach Majkrzak on Allen: "Isaiah does so many things at a high level. Naturally, the first thing that jumps out is his high-flying dunks and blocks at the rim. However, we also fell in love with his IQ and feel for the game. He has legit point guard ability at 6'4 but is also willing and able to take smaller defenders down low and score on the block. He not only averaged 24 ppg, but did it while shooting 57% from the floor." 

Jonny Ingalls  |  6'0"  |  Guard  |  St. Ignace (MI)
Jonny averaged 30.4 ppg, 9.4 rpg, 5.7 apg, 2.6 bpg. Jonny led his team to its first state semifinal game since 1983, finishing the season 21-7 overall. In his career, he scored 2,029 points to make him one of the all-time leading scorers at St. Ignace. Jonny was named Michigan Associated Press Division 4 Player of the Year, First Team All-State Division 4, Mr. Upper Peninsula, All-UP Dream Team, SAC Conference Player of the Year, and was named a UP All-Star. 

Coach Majkrzak on Ingalls: "Jonny fits the mold of coaches kid point guards that we look for. His dad and mom had great careers at NMU and Lake Superior State, and basketball is in his blood. This season, he was at his best in the biggest moments, and is a complete joy to watch compete. He's always been a tremendous point guard, but he added ever more athleticism and range to make him a complete three level scorer."  

Michael McNabb  |  6'4"  |  Wing  |  Grafton (WI)
McNabb averaged 28.0 ppg, 8.2 rpg, 2.8 apg, and 2.7 spg. Over the course of his career, he scored 2,157 points making him Grafton's all-time leading scorer. He was named WBCA Division 2 First Team All-State, First Team All-North Shore Conference, Prep Hoops Second Team All-State, and a WBCA All-Star.

Coach Majkrzak on McNabb: "Michael has the ability to put the ball in the hoop at an incredible clip. He's always had that lefty glide that makes him really difficult to stop going to the rim. As he's gotten older, he's become an even better athlete and has continued to add layers to his offensive arsenal. He plays with a high motor and is a relentless rebounder." 

Cody Schmitz  |  6'5"  |  Guard  |  Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau (WI)
Schmitz averaged 30.1 ppg, 11.0 rpg, 2.6 apg, and 2.4 spg. He led his team to a sectional final run this year, finishing his season at 20-8. Throughout his career, Cody scored 2,654 points, making him the all-time leading scorer at G-E-T and fourth leading scorer all-time in the state of Wisconsin. Cody was named WBCA Division 3 First Team All-State, Coulee Conference Player of the Year, four-time Coulee Conference First Team, Badger Pro Shop All-MPC Team, Winona Daily News All-Area First Team, WDN Player of the Year, Prep Hoops Second Team All-State, and a WBCA All-Star.

Coach Majkrzak on Schmitz: "Cody is the 4th all-time leading scorer in the history of Wisconsin and it jumps out when you watch him play. He's another true three level scorer that combines high level athleticism with an advanced skill set. Throughout the last year, he's taken tremendous strides as a defender and we believe he can be an elite two-way guy."