Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo Named Wooden All-American

The standout point guard is the first in program history to earn the honor three times.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:20am

Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo has been named a Wooden Award 2026 Women's All-American, one of only 10 players to earn the prestigious honor. Hidalgo, a junior, is the first player in Notre Dame history to be named to the Wooden All-America team three times in her career.

Why it matters

The Wooden Award is considered one of the highest individual accolades in college basketball, recognizing the most outstanding players in the nation. Hidalgo's three-time selection cements her status as one of the elite players in the sport and further solidifies Notre Dame's women's basketball program as a national powerhouse.

The details

Hidalgo averaged 25.3 points, 6.9 rebounds, 5.6 steals and 5.2 assists per game this season. She set multiple NCAA records, including the single-season steals record with 202 and the most steals in a single NCAA Tournament with 29. Hidalgo also recorded just the second 30-point triple-double in women's NCAA Tournament history in the Sweet Sixteen win over Vanderbilt.

  • Hidalgo was named the ACC Player of the Year and ACC Defensive Player of the Year for the 2025-26 season.
  • She was also selected to the USBWA All-America and USA Today All-America First Teams.

The players

Hannah Hidalgo

A junior point guard at the University of Notre Dame, Hidalgo is one of the best players in the nation and the first in program history to be named a Wooden All-American three times.

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What’s next

Hidalgo will look to lead Notre Dame to a deep run in the 2027 NCAA Tournament as she aims to cap her historic career with a national championship.

The takeaway

Hidalgo's three-time selection to the Wooden All-America team cements her legacy as one of the greatest players in Notre Dame and women's college basketball history. Her combination of elite scoring, playmaking, and defense make her a truly special talent.