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Tuesday, April 7, 2026
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Women's Lacrosse: Coyne builds solid program

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It turns out the football team isn't the only Irish squad that casts a national recruiting net. Irish coach Tracy Coyne has recruited effectively over the past several years, successfully stocking the cupboards in each class.


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Men's Basketball: Title thoughts

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In the midst of the biggest blizzard of the year, No. 8 Notre Dame has taken the nation by storm, especially after ending No. 2 Pittsburgh's 20-game home winning streak with a 56-51 victory.



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SMC Swimming: Belles earn first win in over a year

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The Belles earned their first dual-meet win in more than a year Saturday — and by the slimmest of margins. Just 1.15 seconds separated the Belles from their closest competitors in the meet's final relay to provide a thrilling conclusion to the event.





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Roller Derby Roughs Up South Bend

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Roller derby features competitors with nicknames such as T.N.Tina, Thrashanova, Captain Beefstock and Schmitt Talker. They navigate a narrow track on roller skates, all while wearing "helmets, elbow pads, knee pads, wrist guards, mouthpieces and not much else." Intrigued yet? Hundreds of people in the South Bend area are.



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ND Women's Tennis: Sabacinski impresses Irish

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On a team loaded with nationally established tennis players, freshman Julie Sabacinski is already making a name for herself in her inaugural campaign with the Irish. Sabacinski handily defeated her last two opponents as Irish coach Jay Louderback's squad begins its spring season.


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Hockey: All tied up

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No. 9 Notre Dame and No. 13/11 Miami just couldn't get enough of each other this weekend, with extra time needed in both games of a weekend series at the Joyce Center. The teams battled to a thrilling 5-5 tie Friday night, with the RedHawks (14-9-5, 11-7-4-2 CCHA) earning the shootout point.