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Notre Dame's Hidalgo Leads March Madness Run Against UConn
Elite Eight matchup pits top WNBA prospects Hidalgo and Fudd against each other
Mar. 29, 2026 at 8:02pm
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Sunday's Elite Eight matchup between the University of Connecticut Huskies and the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish featured a showdown between two of the top women's basketball players in the country - Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo and UConn's Azzi Fudd. Both players are expected to be high draft picks in the upcoming WNBA Draft as the next generation of star guards.
Why it matters
This game represented a preview of the future of women's basketball, with Hidalgo and Fudd likely to become household names in the WNBA. Their head-to-head matchup was highly anticipated, as both players have put on dominant performances throughout the NCAA Tournament.
The details
Hidalgo, the star point guard for Notre Dame, has been leading her team's impressive March Madness run. Fudd, the sharpshooter for UConn, has also been a driving force for the Huskies. The two players have contrasting styles, with Hidalgo's playmaking and Fudd's scoring ability, making for an intriguing matchup.
- The Elite Eight matchup between Notre Dame and UConn took place on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
The players
Hannah Hidalgo
The star point guard for the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish women's basketball team, who has been leading her team's impressive run in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
Azzi Fudd
The standout shooting guard for the University of Connecticut Huskies women's basketball team, who is expected to be a high draft pick in the upcoming WNBA Draft.
What they’re saying
“Hidalgo and Fudd are two of the most exciting young talents in women's basketball. This matchup is a must-watch for any fan of the game.”
— Cheryl Reeve, WNBA Head Coach
What’s next
The winner of the Notre Dame-UConn matchup will advance to the Final Four of the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.
The takeaway
This Elite Eight showdown between Hidalgo and Fudd represents the future of women's basketball, as these two talented guards look to lead their teams to a national championship and cement their status as the next generation of WNBA stars.
