Making an impression on Fairfax native Christian Gurdak, the rising Gonzaga College High School Center has a consensus 4-star rating, a big season ahead for his senior year, and a trip to join the Hokie Family in 2025. GO HOKIES!!
The Virginia Tech Hokies have secured a significant commitment from Gonzaga. When discussing national high school basketball reputations, particularly in the DC Metro Area and schools like Ireton, O’Connell, Saint John’s, DeMatha, Paul VI, one standout is Gonzaga in NW Washington, DC.
Historically, Virginia Tech hasn’t had much success recruiting basketball talent from DC Catholic schools. However, this trend may change with the addition of Christian Gurdak, a highly regarded 4-star center. Gurdak has chosen Virginia Tech over Notre Dame, among others, and is expected to make a significant impact for Gonzaga this season before joining the Hokies in 2025.
NEWS: 2025 4⭐️ Christian Gurdak tells @LeagueRDY he’s committed to Virginia Tech.
Gurdak is a high energy, 6-10 big man with an excellent low-post game. Has great touch around the basket and does the majority of his work in the paint.
He chose the Hokies over Notre Dame,… pic.twitter.com/35VHQ2F94I
— 24/7 High School Hoops (@247HSHoops) July 2, 2024
Standing at 6’9” and weighing 250 pounds (though some reports list him at 6’10”), Gurdak brings size and potential to fill a crucial center or power forward role in Coach Mike Young’s offensive strategy. Virginia Tech has struggled with height in the past, but Gurdak’s growth and conditioning prospects in college could help address this issue and revitalize the team.
The Hokies’ men’s basketball team has long needed a dominant presence in the paint and on the boards, and Gurdak aims to prove himself in the 2025-2026 season.
