Stories, traditions, and practical guides from Notre Dame and South Bend—plus a place to share yours.
A new football building naturally invites talk about weight rooms, technology, and recruiting. But the part of Pete Bevacqua’s interview that stayed with me was his description of student-athletes sitting down to eat together. In this conversation from ND Loyal, Notre Dame’s director of athletics explains what Shields Family Hall brings to football and to... Continue Reading →
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 →
As a dedicated fan of Notre Dame football, I could easily spend all my time immersed in the wealth of content available. From deep dives into game analysis to player interviews and recruiting updates, there's no shortage of material to keep us engaged. However, when it comes to my top pick, Locked On Irish stands... 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 →
Some performances announce themselves with a sack celebration, a turnover, or a last-second play that lives forever on highlight reels. Jim Flanigan Jr.’s work against Florida State on November 13, 1993, was different. It happened in the crowded, violent middle of the field—exactly where Notre Dame needed it. The game has long since passed into... Continue Reading →
Thanks to local historian Aaron Helman, I'm learning about the significance of one of the most famous sons of South Bend you've most likely never heard of: Schuyler Colfax Schuyler Colfax (1823-1885) was a prominent figure in American politics, particularly known for his time in South Bend, Indiana, where he had a significant impact on... Continue Reading →
This message from Riley Leonard to his Notre Dame family is worth keeping. On December 18 he posted: "We’re done being afraid of anything — I know that much about this team. I know that, win or lose, we’re going to do it our way: We’re going to dare greatly." Go to the source to... Continue Reading →
A look inside Notre Dame’s historic theater. Source: Washington Hall Restored | Notre Dame Magazine | University of Notre Dame
The last academic year was a great year for women at Notre Dame -- here's why: The Notre Dame Fight Song was changed In a historic move honoring the 50th year of co-ed admissions, the University of Notre Dame recently updated its iconic Fight Song to embrace and celebrate the achievements of women within its... 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.
