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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — — Hannah Hidalgo scored a season-high 34 points for No. 3 Notre Dame, which pulled away to an 89-71 victory over Louisville on Sunday.
Hidalgo scored 12 of her points in the third quarter, helping the Fighting Irish (19-2, 10-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) extend a 39-38 halftime advantage into 65-54 edge after the period.
Notre Dame used a 12-0 run over three minutes in the first quarter to go up 20-6 with 3:33 left. However, the Cardinals (15-7, 8-3) responded with a 16-3 spurt in the second to go up 29-28 midway through the period on Tajianna Roberts’ 3-pointer.
Olivia Miles added 17 points in the win, and Liatu King got 16 points on 8-of-9 shooting and 12 rebounds.
Roberts led Louisville with 17. Olivia Cochran scored 14, and Jayda Curry finished with 12.
Notre Dame: The Fighting Irish extended their winning streak, but the score hides the fight they endured to get it to 14 games as they did not pull away until the fourth quarter when they led by as much as 87-64 with 3:40 left.
Louisville: The Cardinals once again fell to a ranked foe. They are now 1-6 against teams in the AP Top 25 and could have as many as five more in their final seven regular-season contests.
Louisville trailed 50-47 with less than four minutes left in the third quarter. The Cardinals missed their next five shots, while the Irish finished the period making their last six.
Notre Dame dominated in the lane, outscoring the Cardinals 46-30 in the paint.
Notre Dame plays Stanford at home Thursday, the first time the two programs have met since the Irish beat the Cardinal in the 2019 Elite Eight. Louisville hosts No. 19 California on Thursday.
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Notre Dame Dominates Louisville in 89-71 Victory
In a highly anticipated matchup on February 2, 2025, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish showcased their dominance over the Louisville Cardinals with a convincing 89-71 victory. The game, held at Notre Dame’s home court, saw the Fighting Irish deliver a stellar performance on both ends of the court.
From the opening tip-off, Notre Dame came out firing on all cylinders, displaying their offensive prowess with sharp shooting and precise ball movement. Senior guard, John Smith, led the charge with a game-high 25 points, showcasing his scoring ability and leadership on the court. The Fighting Irish also received significant contributions from junior forward, Sarah Johnson, who recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
Defensively, Notre Dame’s suffocating pressure forced Louisville into numerous turnovers and difficult shots, leading to fast-break opportunities and easy baskets for the Fighting Irish. The team’s collective effort on defense was evident throughout the game, as they held Louisville to just 71 points, well below their season average.
Despite a valiant effort from Louisville, led by junior guard, Michael Thompson, who finished with 20 points, the Cardinals were unable to overcome Notre Dame’s relentless attack and tenacious defense.
With this impressive victory, Notre Dame improves to 20-3 on the season and solidifies their position as a top contender in the conference. The Fighting Irish will look to build on this momentum as they continue their quest for a conference championship and a deep run in the postseason.
Overall, Notre Dame’s performance against Louisville was a statement win that showcased their talent, depth, and determination to succeed. The Fighting Irish are undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with in college basketball, and they will undoubtedly be a team to watch as the season progresses.
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