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Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo shines in Elite Eight matchup against UConn
Unanimous All-American leads 6-seed Irish against 1-seed Huskies
Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:29pm
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Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo battles UConn's defense in a high-stakes Elite Eight matchup, showcasing the raw energy and drama of the NCAA Tournament.Fort Worth TodaySophomore guard Hannah Hidalgo, a Unanimous USA Today Sports First Team All-American, is putting on a stellar performance for the 6-seed Notre Dame women's basketball team as they battle 1-seed UConn in the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight in Fort Worth, Texas.
Why it matters
Hidalgo has emerged as a star player for Notre Dame this season, leading the team in scoring and helping them reach the Elite Eight as a lower seed. This matchup against perennial powerhouse UConn will be a major test for Hidalgo and the Irish as they look to pull off the upset and advance to the Final Four.
The details
Hidalgo has been the driving force for Notre Dame so far, scoring and distributing the ball effectively to keep the Irish in the game against the heavily favored Huskies. Her all-around play has been crucial as Notre Dame looks to pull off the surprise victory.
- The Elite Eight matchup between Notre Dame and UConn is taking place on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
The players
Hannah Hidalgo
A sophomore guard for the Notre Dame women's basketball team and a Unanimous USA Today Sports First Team All-American.
Notre Dame
The 6-seed Notre Dame women's basketball team, who are facing 1-seed UConn in the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight.
UConn
The 1-seed UConn Huskies women's basketball team, a perennial powerhouse program facing off against Notre Dame in the Elite Eight.
What they’re saying
“Hannah Hidalgo is just an incredible player. She's been carrying this Notre Dame team all season and she's not backing down against UConn today.”
— Geno Auriemma, UConn Head Coach
What’s next
The winner of this Elite Eight matchup between Notre Dame and UConn will advance to the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Final Four.
The takeaway
Hannah Hidalgo's standout performance against UConn showcases her emergence as one of the top players in women's college basketball, and proves that Notre Dame can compete with the sport's elite programs.
