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By The Observer · Monday, Dec. 5, 2011

We've all heard the familiar refrains about globalization in our classes at Notre Dame. We've been told the movements toward a global world will affect business, communication and culture. I've learned first-hand it also affects sports, and that has led me to a conclusion that will be unsettling to many — the NFL is no longer just America's game.

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Fencing: Kaull balances dual role as coach, competitor

By The Observer · Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011

As one of the top junior fencers in the country, James Kaull has a lot on his plate. Between school and fencing, the hours can be long and hard. Throw coaching into the mix, and you will catch a glimpse of the dedication and hard work that have made the Irish favorites to repeat a national championship.

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Track and Field: Twins dominate in first races

By The Observer · Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011

Any college track and field program in the country would be thrilled to welcome a highly touted recruit with blazing speed and a long list of high school accomplishments. The Irish were lucky enough to get two from the same household.

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Hefferon: Bowl schedule out, the debate begins (Dec. 6)

By The Observer · Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011

The college football bowl schedule is officially out, and people are angry, as always. The computer overlords have once again messed up all that is holy in college football, providing the talking heads at ESPN and online with two weeks of screaming material over snubs, rematches and those rankings.

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Hockey: Conference conundrum

By The Observer · Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011

For something suffering a slow and painful death, the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) looks pretty healthy — in the rankings, at least.

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SMC Swimming & Diving: Belles look to bounce back at invitational

By The Observer · Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011

After Saint Mary's lost 137-66 at Valparaiso on Nov. 5, Belles coach Mark Benishek said the team would focus on peaking for the Nov. 18 and 19 Wabash Woehnker Invitational and this week's Calvin Invitational. Despite the Belles' disappointing sixth-place finish at Wabash, they still have an opportunity to bounce back with a strong performance at Calvin.

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Boxing: Lee excited for upcoming fight

By The Observer · Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011

At 24 years old, Mike Lee has fought in front of crowds at Cowboys Stadium and Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. But now, the 2009 Notre Dame graduate has what he calls the experience of a lifetime in front of him — straight from Madison Square Garden.

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Men's Track & Field: Blue and Gold meet kicks off indoor season

By The Observer · Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011

Coming off a successful cross country season that featured a berth at the NCAA championship meet, Irish coach Joe Piane and Notre Dame will rejoin the full complement of track and field athletes when they begin their indoor campaign Friday by hosting the Blue and Gold Meet.

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Week Twelve: Stanford

By The Observer · Monday, Nov. 28, 2011

STANFORD, Calif. - In 2009, it was Toby Gerhart's three touchdown runs. In 2011, it was Andrew Luck's four touchdown passes.

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TE Eifert reaches rare milestone

By The Observer · Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011

STANFORD, Calif. — Junior tight end Tyler Eifert eclipsed the 1,000-yard receiving mark on a 23-yard catch in the first quarter, making him the fifth Irish tight end to accomplish the feat. Senior receiver Michael Floyd caught eight passes, pushing his season total to 95, a new Irish record. Former receiver Golden Tate held the previous record with 93 catches. Floyd also caught the 36th touchdown reception of his career in the third quarter, extending his Notre Dame career touchdown receptions record.

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Hockey: Weekend split halts win streak

By The Observer · Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011

Riding a 10-game unbeaten streak, No. 3/2 Notre Dame took the long ride up to No. 14/13 Lake Superior St. over the weekend for a pair of key conference games. The team played some of its best hockey of the season during Friday night's 4-1 win, but the Irish were left with a sour taste in their mouths after a 5-2 loss Saturday.

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