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ND Cross Country: Runners compete for NCAA berth
The Notre Dame men's and women's cross country seasons are getting down to the wire as they travel to the University of Indiana in Bloomington Saturday for the NCAA Great Lakes Regional meet with hopes of qualifying for the NCAA championships.
Men's Interhall football: Steds hoping for second upset vs. Morissey
No. 8-seed St. Edward's (3-2) will look for its second upset of the playoffs when it takes on No. 5-seed Morrissey (4-1) Sunday. Both teams used last-minute touchdowns to advance into the semifinals and are now one victory away from the Stadium.
Freshman Lewis breaks into starting role for Panthers
He's a little guy, but he runs scary big.
Last defense
On a Notre Dame defense, and particularly in a secondary, that has shuffled on an almost weekly basis in 2009, one piece of the puzzle has remained intact.
Commentary: Irish need win to regain stability
There may not be a more important game in years in impacting the stability of the Notre Dame football program.
Women's Interhall: Purple Weasels take on Phoxes
Pasquerilla West (7-0) and Pangborn (5-2) square off Sunday in a rematch of one of the season's most tightly contested games, but this time a trip to Notre Dame Stadium is on the line. Early in the season, the Purple Weasels defeated the Phoxes 6-0. In that game, a last-minute touchdown by junior quarterback Simone Bigi won the game in a downpour on a muddy Riehle Field.
Hockey: Irish look for first sweep against Northern Michigan
After beating Northern Michigan five times last season, No. 8 Notre Dame looks to earn its first weekend sweep of the season against the Wildcats this weekend.
SMC Swimming: Saint Mary's heads to Purdue for dual meet
Following a tough loss to Kalamazoo College last Friday, the Belles look to get into the winning column for the first time this season as they take on Carthage and Purdue.
ND Volleyball: Irish looking for magic two
Perfection is hardly commonplace in the world of sports, especially in a conference as demanding as the Big East. But as the Irish play host to Georgetown and South Florida this weekend, the magic number for an unbeaten conference record is down to two.
Men's Swimming: Squad to travel to Pitt for meet
Notre Dame travels to Pittsburgh for its first Big East conference meet of the season against one of the conference's toughest teams.
Staff Predictions: Notre Dame vs. Pittsburgh
Bill Brink, Managing Editor
SMC Cross Country: Freshman emerges as future of program
While the Belles have long looked to senior captain Megan McClowry to lead them, Julia Kenney may be the future of the program.
Men's Interhall Football: Quest for repeat continues
When one thinks of football at Notre Dame Stadium, the image of gold helmets glimmering in the crisp sun on a fall afternoon likely comes to mind. But for the second straight season, it could be the white helmets of Siegfried shining in the sun at the Stadium.
Men's Basketball: Notre Dame signs trio of guards to 2010 recruiting class
Announcing three signees for the 2010 class, Notre Dame focused on filling a hole that will emerge after this season at the guard position, receiving National Letters of Intent from guards Eric Atkins, Alex Dragicevich and Jerian Grant to fill three out the four scholarships available after the 2009-10 season.
ND Volleyball: Squad earns first ranking since '06
Notre Dame had a lot to brag about in 2006.
Men's Soccer: ND seniors reflect on shootout
When South Florida's Sebastian Thuriere stepped to the penalty kick line for the Bulls' fifth attempt in Sunday's shootout, eight Irish seniors stood on the sideline and one stood in the goal. The game had ended in a 2-2 tie and Notre Dame was up 5-4 in the shootout, which would decide who moved on to the Big East semifinals.
Baraka Bouts: On a mission
Don't expect a lot of knockout blows when 90 female boxers take the ring tonight for the Baraka Bouts Fight Night. Instead, look for even matches and exciting finishes.
Men's Tennis: Team focusing on doubles play
After having a successful fall season with their singles lineup, the Irish will focus on their doubles play during the offseason before beginning the spring season in January.






