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Notre Dame's 2026 schedule includes seven NBC home games plus one Peacock-exclusive game that hasn't been officially announced yet. The most likely Peacock game is the Sept. 26 matchup at Purdue, consistent with NBC’s Big Ten alignment, though Navy at Foxborough is also a possible neutral-site option; NBC says the Peacock game will be revealed soon.
Freshman Blanca Quinonez scored 20 to power top-seeded UConn past Notre Dame 70-62 and clinch the Huskies’ 25th Final Four, with Sarah Strong netting 21 and Azzi Fudd 13 as UConn overcome slow starts. Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo led all scorers with 22 and 11 rebounds but got little help elsewhere, while UConn’s depth and defense—including Kayleigh Heckel’s minutes—carried the win. UConn advances to Phoenix to face the South Carolina–TCU winner in the Final Four.
Lou Holtz, the quotable Hall of Fame coach who led Notre Dame to the 1988 national championship and helped usher in the program’s modern era, died Wednesday at 89 in Orlando. Across 34 seasons as a head coach at six schools—including ND, NC State, Arkansas, Minnesota, South Carolina, and William & Mary—Holtz delivered multiple bowls and top-10 finishes, produced Tim Brown’s Heisman, and left a lasting imprint with traditions like the “Play Like A Champion Today” sign and Notre Dame’s NBC era. He later worked as an ESPN analyst and remained a high-profile voice in college football.
Mishawaka police released security video from the Jan. 3 wrestling event showing a confrontation between Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman and Chris Fleeger. Prosecutors concluded no criminal battery occurred and Freeman will not be charged, with Notre Dame defending Freeman as having intervened to protect his son.
No. 1 Michigan weathered injuries and a chaotic, penalty-filled night to beat Notre Dame 7-4 and complete the weekend sweep, with Aidan Park scoring twice as Stephen Peck earned his first collegiate win in relief after Jack Ivankovic left with an injury; Michigan outshot ND 39-34 and extended its series lead, now 12 of the past 13 meetings against the Irish.
Week 8 of college football features key matchups including USC vs. Notre Dame, with Notre Dame aiming to improve its playoff chances and USC showcasing a potent offense led by Jayden Maiava. The Holy War between Utah and BYU also highlights close contests since 2005, with live updates and highlights available.
ESPN has released its predictions for the College Football Playoff, the first year featuring a 12-team format. The predictions include Notre Dame advancing past Georgia in a major upset and reaching the national championship game against Oregon. Ultimately, Oregon is predicted to win the championship, establishing itself as a new powerhouse in college football.
Week 13 of the college football season features notable matchups, including Indiana vs. Ohio State and Army vs. Notre Dame, both involving top-ranked teams. Indiana, with a 10-0 record, faces skepticism due to a perceived weak schedule, while Army aims to leverage its strong rushing game against Notre Dame. BYU's playoff hopes hinge on upcoming games, and Arizona State's path to a conference championship is complex. These games highlight unexpected high-stakes matchups in the season.
The live score and stats from the NCAA basketball game between Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Wake Forest Demon Deacons on March 13, 2024, show a competitive match with notable plays including dunks, blocks, and free throws, ultimately resulting in a victory for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons.
Syracuse Orange secured an 88-85 win over Notre Dame Fighting Irish, with three key takeaways being the team's performance in two halves, defensive intensity, and balanced scoring from all five starters. Despite a strong start, the Orange allowed Notre Dame to narrow the gap in the second half, emphasizing the need for sustained offensive conversion. The team's defensive efforts led to an early lead, but a lack of communication allowed Notre Dame to find offensive rhythm. Additionally, all five Syracuse starters contributed double-digit points, with the team gearing up to face Virginia Tech Hokies next.
Sherrone Moore is set to take over as the head coach for the Michigan Wolverines, following Jim Harbaugh's departure to the NFL. Moore, who led the team during Harbaugh's suspensions this season, is expected to be officially announced as the new head coach by Saturday. There are concerns about potential ties to a cheating scandal, but for now, it seems Moore has passed his tryout with flying colors.
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish hockey team secured a weekend sweep against Penn State, winning 4-1 and 6-3 in two closely contested games. Despite being outshot, Notre Dame capitalized on their opportunities and improved to 13-11-2 on the season, moving into third place in the Big Ten standings.
The Louisville Cardinals (5-0) will face off against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (5-1) in a highly anticipated college football game. Notre Dame enters the game with a strong offense led by quarterback Sam Hartman and running back Audric Estime. Louisville, on the other hand, is looking to continue their undefeated season and secure their first 6-0 start since 2012. The game is expected to be a close matchup, with Notre Dame being favored by 6.5 points.
Notre Dame lacrosse goalie Liam Entenmann was steamrolled by Utah's Joey Boylston at midfield, leading to a goal for the Utes. Despite the rough sequence, Entenmann and the Fighting Irish advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Entenmann is a highly-rated senior goalie who has been a standout for Notre Dame throughout his career.
After eight years of being stuck at the Sweet 16, the Maryland Terrapins have finally made it to the Elite Eight in the NCAA women's basketball tournament. They defeated the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 76-59 in a physical game and will face the undefeated South Carolina Gamecocks in the region final. Despite being undersized, the Terrapins relied on heart and hustle to overcome their opponents and advance to the next round.