SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) – The Fighting Irish returned home on Tuesday one win shy of a national championship, but still number one in the hearts of fans.
Seldom has there been a better excuse not to show up. The cold weather was brutal.
Then again, there was a pretty strong reason to make the trip — to mark a truly remarkable season.
Their heartfelt cheers probably never reached the ears of their intended recipients thanks to a motorcade complete with lights and sirens.
Then again, maybe the message got through just the same.
“Got out of work for a half hour to come out and say hi to the team. They gave us such an amazing season and we wanted to thank them,” said one couple. “We were Notre Dame students, we were freshmen at Notre Dame and Saint Mary’s in 1988 the last time they won the national championship, so it was exciting to see how far they went this year.”
Perhaps never before has such a warm welcome come in such a cold environment.
“Just to give them support,” said one fan. “I watched some interviews last night of the players. They seemed pretty down, so trying to lift them up a little bit.”
Quite a few spectators were shuttling back and forth to their vehicles to keep warm.
“I’ve met them the last three times they came back, this will be the third,” said another fan. “I came back from Georgia and then came back from beating Penn State. So, figured I better come today. This is the coldest day, though.”
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The Notre Dame football team was welcomed home with open arms and cheers from their loyal fans after their hard-fought battle in the national championship game. The team may not have taken home the title, but their incredible season and determination did not go unnoticed by their dedicated supporters.
As the players stepped off the bus, they were greeted by a sea of blue and gold, with fans waving banners and signs showing their love and appreciation for the team. The atmosphere was electric as the crowd chanted the team’s name and cheered for each player as they made their way through the crowd.
Despite the outcome of the game, the fans showed their unwavering support for the team, expressing their pride in their achievements and their gratitude for the effort they put in throughout the season. The players were visibly moved by the outpouring of love and support, with many taking the time to shake hands, sign autographs, and take photos with their adoring fans.
The welcome home celebration was a reminder of the strong bond between the team and their fans, and a testament to the resilience and spirit of the Notre Dame football community. As the players made their way into the stadium, they knew that win or lose, they had the support of their fans behind them every step of the way.
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