In the first round of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament on March 21, 2025, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish secured a decisive 106-54 victory over the Stephen F. Austin Ladyjacks.
Notre Dame Highlights:
- Sonia Citron and Hannah Hidalgo each scored 24 points, with Citron making 4 of 6 three-pointers.
- Liza Karlen contributed a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds.
- All-American guard Olivia Miles tallied two points and eight assists before exiting the game due to a left ankle injury. Coach Niele Ivey described the injury as minor, and Miles is expected to recover.
Stephen F. Austin Highlights:
- Trinity Moore led the Ladyjacks with 14 points, shooting 5 of 8 from the field.
- The team started strong with back-to-back three-pointers, taking an early 6-0 lead. However, Notre Dame responded with a 12-2 run, regaining control.
Notre Dame’s dominance was evident, with a 56.3% field goal percentage and a season-high 18 steals. They will face the Michigan Wolverines in the next round.
For a visual recap of the game’s key moments, you can watch the highlights below: