Christopher “Bubba” Frazier arrived at Notre Dame with a reputation that preceded him, a nickname earned in the hallways of Benedictine Military School and a speed that caught the eye of coaches.
At the Savannah, Georgia, campus he learned more than marching drills; the Junior ROTC drill unit taught him how to disassemble and reassemble a rifle, a skill he describes as part of a broader emphasis on discipline and respect rather than outright militarism.
A Rivalry on the Track
Frazier’s athletic résumé reads like a sprint coach’s dream. He clocked a 4.43‑second 40‑yard dash and a 10.54‑second 100 meters in high school, earning a reputation as the fastest in his class.
That speed brought him into direct competition with teammate Jonaz Walton, who edged him out in the 2025 Georgia State 4A final. Frazier attributes the loss to a slow reaction off the blocks, a setback that has only sharpened his focus.
The rivalry extends beyond the track. Both players are now learning the Notre Dame playbook, vying for a spot in the Irish offense where bubble‑screen routes could showcase Frazier’s quickness.
Off the field, the nickname “Bubba” traces back to his older sister Kelcyee, who bestowed the moniker during childhood and remains a touchstone of his personal story.
Now wearing jersey number 4, Frazier is adjusting to life in South Bend, Indiana, where the campus atmosphere contrasts sharply with the structured environment of his former school.
Coaches praise his willingness to absorb the playbook while emphasizing that his ultimate goal is simple: contribute to the team’s success on Saturdays.