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On August 7, the Fighting Irish held their second 2026 fall camp practice, featuring key staff and emerging talent, while the newly opened Shields Hall welcomed the team.
Texas running back Kedren Young returns to Notre Dame after a year‑long recovery, aiming to carve out a role in the Irish offense.
College football’s youngest fans are redefining rivalry, targeting Notre Dame’s independent slate and perceived advantages over conference rivals.
Samford University's women's soccer team edged Ole Miss 2‑1 in an exhibition match, highlighted by Avery Stevens' penalty and Brinley Murphy's decisive goal, setting the tone for a season that will see the Bulldogs travel to Notre Dame and host Belmont.
Mike Golic Sr., a former Notre Dame defensive lineman and longtime ESPN personality, is joining the university’s radio football broadcast team, replacing Ryan Harris and adding his deep‑rooted connection to the program.
Mike Golic Sr., a Notre Dame alumnus and longtime NFL veteran, is set to debut as a color commentator for the 2026 college football season, pairing with Tony Simeone and Johnny Soper for the Irish’s opening game against Wisconsin.
Marcus Freeman, head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, chose not to participate in the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll, delegating the task to his staff. The omission comes as the program pushes for a spot in the 2025 College Football Playoff, a selection process now driven by a committee rather than polls.
Notre Dame and Boston College will meet in a 2026 back‑to‑back showdown, with the Irish entering with a strong defense but a depleted backfield, while the Eagles aim to upset a formidable opponent.
Thompson’s hiring signals a decisive move to revitalize Notre Dame’s basketball program amid recent struggles.
The new Shields Family Hall, a 150,000‑square‑foot, $100 million complex, opens its doors to the Fighting Irish, offering advanced recovery rooms, dining options and coaching tools that promise to elevate player development and game‑day readiness.
Notre Dame opens the 2026 campaign ranked fifth nationally, facing a gauntlet of top‑25 foes including Miami, BYU and SMU, while rising star CJ Carr aims to translate preseason hype into on‑field dominance.
After a four‑year hiatus, the Notre Dame and USC football programs have agreed to resume their storied rivalry in 2030 and 2031, yet the arrangement reflects a shift toward revenue and conference obligations over historic tradition.
The historic Notre Dame‑USC rivalry returns in 2030 with a four‑game series, marking a new chapter after scheduling upheavals and celebrating a shared legacy of championships and iconic trophies.
Indiana’s 2026‑27 basketball roster blends returning stars and new additions, poised for a flexible, high‑impact season.
The University of Notre Dame and the University of Southern California have agreed to resume their historic football rivalry with a four‑year schedule running from 2030 through 2033, featuring early‑season games in Los Angeles and South Bend.
The universities have committed to a four‑game series beginning in 2030, with games slated in Los Angeles and South Bend and the first three weeks of the 2032 and 2033 seasons.
The two powerhouses have locked in a four‑year schedule that resumes their storied matchup in 2030, with games slated for Los Angeles and South Bend before future meetings are announced.
The two programs have finalized a four-year football series that will resume in 2030, with games slated for Los Angeles and South Bend, while broader schedules and historic statistics highlight the renewed competition.
Junior power forward Bryce Dortch grapples with the emotional impact of Jaylen Brown's trade to the Philadelphia 76ers, while navigating personal ties to Boston and the broader Fighting Irish community.
A look at the 2005 Fresno State showdown that turned Reggie Bush into a household name, from his record‑breaking yards to the lasting impact on USC’s dynasty.
Lincoln Riley enters his fifth season at USC with a roster built for title contention, but a demanding schedule and a revamped defense under Gary Patterson pose significant challenges.
A recent analysis places Notre Dame behind only Texas and Ohio State in overall program valuation, highlighting a revenue surge that outpaces its peers despite data collection hurdles.
As Notre Dame prepares for fall camp in 2026, a wave of storylines — from quarterback pressure to defensive line depth — will shape the team's quest for a national championship.
With a strong returning core and a highly touted recruiting class, the Trojans hope to turn preseason promise into a historic playoff run.