Michigan officially announced that all four class of 2026 commitments signed with the program.
Dusty May’s recruiting class is highlighted by four-star prospects Quinn Costello and Joseph Hartman. The Wolverines also have a pledge from under-the-radar wing Malachi Brown and Danish 7-footer Marcus Moller.
“This class fits everything we value — versatility, intelligence and competitiveness,” Dusty May said in a statement on Friday. “Each of them enjoys playing for their teammates, embraces coaching and wants to be part of something bigger than themselves. They all bring different strengths, but the common thread is their character and work ethic.
“They understand what it means to represent Michigan, and they’re ready to put in the daily effort to grow on and off the court. We’re excited about their potential and how they’ll elevate our culture. This group is the foundation of what we’re building for the future.”
Costello is the highest rated of the bunch and rated 46th according to the Rivals Industry Rankings. Hartman also cracks the top 100, ranking 83rd in the industry rankings. The four-man class is ranked 10th nationally by 247Sports.
Here are May’s individual quotes on each addition:
On Quinn Costello
“Quinn brings versatility and motor. He’s a big who runs the floor hard, rebounds outside his area, and embraces contact. He has a great touch and an instinct for positioning — both offensively and defensively. He’s continued to add strength and confidence in his perimeter game, and we see real potential for growth there.
“His energy and competitiveness lift everyone around him. Quinn’s also a connector — he’s humble, hard-working and fully invested in the team. He’ll be a guy who earns respect the moment he steps on campus.”
On Joseph Hartman
“Joseph is a floor general. He plays with great command and confidence, and his voice carries through the team. He’s a strong decision-maker who understands tempo, spacing and how to put teammates in successful positions. He combines toughness with feel. He’s not afraid to make the extra pass or take a big shot when it matters.
“His competitive nature and basketball IQ make him a perfect fit for how we want to play. What we love is that (Joseph) loves the process — film, lifting, reps. He’s wired to improve every day, and that mindset will serve him and our program extremely well.”
On Marcus Moller
“Marcus is a connector. He plays for his teammates, talks on defense and embraces preparation. He really plays with a poise beyond his years. He can handle, pass and shoot, and he processes the game quickly, which fits our pace-and-space style. He is comfortable making simple plays, stretching the floor, and guarding multiple positions.
“With his length and shooting touch, we believe he can contribute early while still having a high ceiling in our system. Most importantly, he’s about the right things: work, humility and team. He’s coachable, detail-oriented and relentless in his daily habits. He’ll thrive in Ann Arbor because he values development and the student-athlete experience.”
On Malachi Brown
“Malachi is a dynamic athlete who plays with explosiveness and edge. He has the quickness and strength to pressure the ball defensively and get downhill on offense. His ability to guard multiple positions and finish through contact gives us a lot of lineup flexibility.
“He’s developing as a playmaker and shooter, and he’s already shown he can impact winning in different ways. Malachi’s presence on the floor changes the game. He plays with emotion and passion that energizes everyone. He’s built for our culture — tough, competitive and team-first.”
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romeowolv
Didn’t know Joseph Hartman was a “big”. Talk about small ball…
goblue8
Seems like ai generated quotes
silverblue
Does this “formal” announcement mean we are done pursuing high school kids for 2026 or are we still actively pursuing other outstanding HS players to join the program next fall?
umhoops
Always recruiting.
It just means they are signed. The early signing period runs this week (I think the 12th to 19th). If prospects don’t sign this week, they don’t sign until the spring.
Brandon McCoy is the main target who has visited and is still undecided.
They are always recruiting though whether HS, portal, international, etc. Look at last year when the roster was almost “done” and they picked up Ricky Liburd.
silverblue
Thank, I appreciate it. I was thinking McCoy was still a possibility, fingers crossed! I actually had no idea that the early signing period began Wednesday. Wow, am I out of it! Also, thanks for the amazingly fast response to my inquiry!