Overview
- Notre Dame defeated Stephen F. Austin 106-54 in the first round of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament on Friday.
- Olivia Miles, a key player for Notre Dame, left the game in the fourth quarter after rolling her ankle on an opposing player.
- Miles walked off the court under her own power but did not return to the game, and her availability for Sunday's second-round game against Michigan is unclear.
- This injury comes after Miles missed the entire 2023-2024 season due to a knee injury, adding to concerns about her long-term health.
- Notre Dame showcased its depth with standout performances from Hannah Hidalgo and Sonia Citron, each scoring 24 points, and a dominant defensive effort forcing 28 turnovers.