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Saint Mary’s softball splits in final regular season home game

By Claire Watson · Friday, May 1, 2026

Belles softball celebrated sole senior Sam Mikitka on Wednesday’s game against Adrian.

Laslo: Irish trenches looking to dominate in 2026

By Ethan Laslo · Friday, May 1, 2026

After returning a lot of their talent from last season, the Notre Dame football offensive and defensive lines are set for another standout season.

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Laslo: The Price is right in Seattle

By Ethan Laslo · Thursday, April 30, 2026

Entering the Seahawks’ opening running back room, Jadarian Price will have a perfect chance to shine in Seattle.

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Notre Dame baseball run rules Milwaukee

By Henry Lytle · Thursday, April 30, 2026

The Irish put up their first 20-hit game in over four years to breeze past Milwaukee.

What to look forward to in the sporting world this summer

By Dan Kilcoyne · Thursday, April 30, 2026

With Notre Dame competitions on hold for summer break, here are the can’t-miss events in the sports world to watch.

Notre Dame men’s lacrosse looks ahead to ACC tournament

By Jack Muething · Thursday, April 30, 2026

After taking home key ACC victories during their regular season, the Irish hope to get past familiar conference foes in this weekend’s ACC tournament.

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Notre Dame baseball beats Central Michigan in comeback fashion

By Zachary Jones · Wednesday, April 29, 2026

The win puts the Irish at an even 20-20 on the year.

Former Notre Dame runner makes American marathon history

By Chris Dailey · Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Vinny Mauri posted the fastest marathon debut by an American this past weekend.

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Laslo: Individual standouts to watch after the Blue-Gold Game

By Ethan Laslo · Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Five players emerge as standout talents in the Blue-Gold Game in preparation for 2026 season.

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Stachurski: Aneyas Williams is stepping up

By Nikki Stachurski · Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Junior running back Aneyas Williams has proven he can fill the role left behind by Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price.

Boston College routs Notre Dame baseball in two of three weekend games

By Ben Hicks and Katelyn Huber · Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Notre Dame falls in home series against Boston College to lose fifth consecutive series

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Key moments from the 2026 Blue-Gold Game

By Ethan Laslo · Monday, April 27, 2026

2026 Blue-Gold Game brings excitement and promise for Notre Dame's 2026 season

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Blue-Gold game reveals where Irish stand for next season

By Nikki Stachurski · Monday, April 27, 2026

The Blue-Gold game shows offensive and defensive strengths and weaknesses in preparation for 2026 season.

Dymek: Freeman faces new pressures heading into year five

By Payton Dymek · Friday, April 24, 2026

Heading into year five, only one goal remains unconqueured for Marcus Freeman.

Jeremiyah Love selected third overall by Arizona Cardinals

By Observer Sports Staff · Friday, April 24, 2026

Notre Dame standout running back Jeremiyah Love was selected with the third overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals.

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Taking a look at Notre Dame’s 2026 football schedule ahead of Blue and Gold

By Henry Lytle · Friday, April 24, 2026

A deep dive into Notre Dame’s 2026 schedule before Blue and Gold.

The unquantifiable: What NIL can’t explain in college football recruiting

By Ethan Laslo · Friday, April 24, 2026

The Observer discusses NIL and recruitment factors with Notre Dame 2028 target Asa Burch, an edge rusher from Warren, Ohio.

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Notre Dame baseball wins close one against Michigan State on the road

By Zachary Jones · Thursday, April 23, 2026

Irish baseball comes out on top against Michigan in a heated battle on offense and defense.

Collins: My one-and-only NFL mock draft, Notre Dame edition

By Ellie Collins · Thursday, April 23, 2026

Associate sports editor Ellie Collins predicts the six Notre Dame 2026 NFL draftees and their landing spots.

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Blue-Gold game: Three players to watch out for

By Chris Dailey · Thursday, April 23, 2026

Three players to look out for in this week's Blue-Gold game.

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