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There are home openers that feel ceremonial, and there are home openers that become a statement. Notre Dame’s first game of the season inside Notre Dame Stadium was decided almost as soon as it began. Fourteen seconds after kickoff, safety Adon Shuler forced a fumble and Boubacar Traore returned it 24 yards for a touchdown.... Continue Reading →
For a half, Notre Dame’s season opener at Lambeau Field was an uncomfortable watch. By the finish, the Irish had given their fans plenty to celebrate. No. 4 Notre Dame defeated Wisconsin 41–13 on Sunday night, September 6, turning a 13–10 halftime lead into a convincing Shamrock Series victory. The opening minutes offered reminders that... Continue Reading →
If you’ve been watching Notre Dame football or lacrosse over the last few years, you know the name Jordan Faison. But even for the most dedicated Irish fans, his rise from a "who is that?" walk-on to one of the most dynamic athletes in South Bend has been nothing short of legendary. The Walk-On Who... Continue Reading →
Saying Goodbye to a Legend: A Personal Farewell to Coach Lou Holtz Today, the Notre Dame community—and the world of college football—is noticeably quieter. In South Bend we gathered not just to mourn the loss, but to celebrate the life of a titan: Coach Lou Holtz. Attending his funeral was one of the most poignant... Continue Reading →
The book "Unbeatable" by Jerry Barca narrates the memorable 1988 Notre Dame football season, highlighting coach Lou Holtz's contributions to team traditions, such as the iconic "Play Like a Champion Today" sign and the communal Mass that fostered team spirit. The author expresses admiration for Holtz as a favorite coach.
It was December 31, 1973 and 10-0 Notre Dame faced 11-0 Alabama faced off in the Sugar Bowl. With a cold rain falling, Notre Dame opened the scoring with a Wayne Bullock 6-yard touchdown run, and after a missed extra point took an early 6–0 lead. In the second quarter, Alabama took the lead on a 6-yard... Continue Reading →
Lou Holtz covers alot in this 1986 speech to GM car dealers... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XExgBR9k6H0
I am an unapologetic Sonia Citron fan. When it comes to standout players in college basketball, the spotlight often shines on those with flashy plays and outspoken personalities. However, every team also has its quiet leader, the one who may not seek the limelight but whose impact on the game is undeniable. For the Notre... Continue Reading →
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