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sports1 year ago

"Notre Dame Women's Basketball Prepares for March Madness Run with Olivia Miles Leading the Way"

Notre Dame's women's basketball team prepares for their NCAA Tournament opener with junior guard Olivia Miles, who is sitting out the season to recover from a knee injury. The team, currently on an eight-game winning streak, faces Kent State in the first round with a limited roster due to injuries. Coach Niele Ivey adjusts practice to accommodate the smaller team and emphasizes the importance of avoiding fouls. Senior forward Maddy Westbeld looks to her sister, a former Notre Dame player, for guidance. The team is led by freshman point guard Hannah Hidalgo, known for her energetic play and all-around contributions.

sports2 years ago

Resilient Notre Dame faces Maryland in Sweet Sixteen rematch.

Notre Dame women's basketball team has shown resilience and toughness after losing star point guard Olivia Miles to a season-ending knee injury. Despite the loss, the team has made it to the Sweet 16 and will face Maryland on Saturday. Coach Niele Ivey has worked hard to keep Miles engaged and involved with the team, while players like Sonia Citron have stepped up to fill the void. The team has embraced the challenge of doing more with a smaller roster and is focused on supporting Miles and injured guard Dara Mabrey emotionally.

sports2 years ago

Notre Dame's Olivia Miles sidelined for NCAA Tournament due to knee injury.

Notre Dame's All-America point guard Olivia Miles will miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury. Miles, who was named an AP second-team All-American, is considered one of the brightest young players in women's college basketball. Notre Dame has had a string of bad injury luck this season, also losing shooter Dara Mabrey to a season-ending knee injury in January. The Irish earned a No. 3 seed in the NCAA tournament and will be hosting first- and second-round games this weekend.