On December 28, 2023, in Bronx, NY, a Miami Hurricanes fan showed support by holding up foam hands during the second half of the 2023 Pinstripe Bowl against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Yankee Stadium. This fan excitement comes after four-star interior offensive lineman Seuseu “SJ” Alofaituli committed to Miami’s Class of 2025 on Friday. Standing at 6-foot-3 and weighing 295 pounds, Alofaituli made the decision to join the Hurricanes over Michigan and Nebraska, after official visits to all three schools last month.
Alofaituli, currently ranked as the No. 3 interior lineman and the No. 77 player overall by the 247Sports composite, is set to embark on his senior season at powerhouse Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas. Speaking about his commitment, Alofaituli expressed his admiration for the culture and people at Miami, particularly highlighting the influence of coach Mario Cristobal and coach Alex Mirabal. He mentioned that their dynamic, with Cristobal being an ex-O-lineman, played a significant role in his decision.
Following Alofaituli’s commitment, Miami’s 2025 team recruiting rankings have soared to No. 8, surpassing Clemson to lead the Atlantic Coast Conference. This boost in recruiting signals a promising future for the Hurricanes as they continue to build their roster with top talent. The commitment of Alofaituli underscores the growing appeal of Miami’s program and the strong leadership of their coaching staff, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.