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And Here's Another Example That Was Open-Ended... by dillon77

ND put out the linked release on Nov. 9th, 2016 to announce that Danielle Patterson and Mikayla Vaughn had signed. It didn't say this was it or if anyone else was being considered.

But they were: On Nov. 10th, Megan Walker went to UConn and Evina Westbrook chose UTenn.

So, it can go both ways. So maybe MM and ND decided to get the very good news out up front and see what happens.

And, like you said, I think it's open ended to keep in line with NCAA regs or some kind of understood recruiting protocol.

Still, crossing fingers for Boston and I'll happily be the shocked guy if Jones announces she's coming to S. Bend. Stay tuned.

In the meantime, welcome Anaya and Sam! Go Irish!