Notre Dame's offseason roster overhaul continues, and this time, the departure hits close to home within the ACC. Sophomore guard Cole Certa, a promising 6-foot-4 shooter from Bloomington, Illinois, has announced he will continue his collegiate career with conference rival Clemson.

Certa showed significant potential in South Bend, appearing in 31 games and averaging 12.8 points while connecting on over 36% of his attempts from beyond the arc. Known for his perimeter scoring and confident play off the bench, he was projected to take on a larger role next season before entering the transfer portal in early April.

His move to Clemson marks another significant challenge for head coach Micah Shrewsberry, who is navigating the realities of the modern transfer portal era. Certa was viewed alongside Jalen Haralson as a cornerstone for Notre Dame's future; with both guards now in the portal, the Irish face a pressing need to redefine their team identity.

For Certa, the transition is to a Clemson program coming off a strong 24-11 season (12-6 in ACC play). His shooting prowess could be a valuable asset for the Tigers as they look to build on their recent success. Meanwhile, Notre Dame, coming off a 13-18 season that ended without an NCAA tournament bid, is under pressure to rebound quickly. While Shrewsberry's job appears secure for now, expectations for a turnaround will be high as he works to rebuild his roster.