3-star PF Damon Friery commits to Dayton

Damon Friery, a three-star power forward in the 2025 class, tells On3 he’s committed to Dayton.

The 6-foot-9 senior out of Cleveland (OH) St. Ignatius chose the Flyers over Loyola-Chicago but also received offers from Creighton, DePaul, Virginia Tech, Penn State, Arizona State, Georgia, and others.

According to the On3 Industry Rankings, Friery is the No. 160 overall prospect in the 2025 cycle. He’s also the No. 37 power forward prospect and the No. 3 player in Ohio. The On3 Industry Ranking is a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

Friery on his commitment to Dayton

Friery discussed why he ultimately chose the Flyers.

“I felt like Dayton could help me develop and help me reach my ultimate goal. Coach Grant has had success with people at my position and wings and the last 3 players to get to the NBA from Dayton have all been wings and forwards.”

In his own words, what type of player is Dayton getting in Damon Friery?

“A player who can shoot the ball, get to the basket, rebound, and defend.”

He has a message for Dayton fans.

Just excited to be apart of Dayton Basketball and Flyer Nation and let’s do something special.”