In 2018, Harrell founded the Montrezl Harrell Youth Foundation with a mission to 'provide at-risk youth with resource-driven programming in the fields of education, mentorship and overall wellness.' Learn more about Harrell by following him on Twitter and Instagram Despite starting just three games and playing limited minutes as a freshman, Harrell came up with some huge performances for Louisville as they won the 2013 National Championship. team that took home gold at the FIBA World Under-19 Championship in the Czech Republic. Harrell averaged 10.6 points and 3.7 rebounds as part of the 2013 U.S. In 2012, he participated in the Jordan Classic Regional and garnered MVP honors after posting 22 points, 12 rebounds and seven blocks.
In his lone season at Hargrave, Harrell led the team to a 38-1 record while averaging 25.2 points and 13.6 rebounds per game. He attended North Edgecombe High School in Tarboro before finishing his prep career at Hargrave Military Academy in Chatham, Virginia.
He has two younger brothers - Cadarius and Quatauis. Montrezl Dashay Harrell was born in Tarboro, North Carolina, to Samuel and Selena Harrell in 1994.
