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Notre Dame Cruises to NCAA Win but Faces Uncertainty After Olivia Miles Injury

Star guard Olivia Miles' ankle injury late in a dominant first-round victory raises questions about her availability for Sunday's game against Michigan.

Mar 7, 2025; Greensboro, NC, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Sonia Citron (11) shoots the ball against California Golden Bears guard Ioanna Krimili (21) during the third quarter at First Horizon Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Cory Knowlton-Imagn Images/ File Photo
Mar 8, 2025; Greensboro, NC, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Hannah Hidalgo (3) handles the ball during the second quarter against Duke Blue Devils at First Horizon Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Cory Knowlton-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Notre Dame defeated Stephen F. Austin 106-54 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, showcasing a commanding performance on both ends of the court.
  • Olivia Miles, a key player for Notre Dame, left the game with 8:44 remaining after rolling her ankle on another player's foot.
  • Coach Niele Ivey stated postgame that Miles is 'OK' and undergoing treatment, but her status for the second-round matchup against Michigan remains uncertain.
  • Fans and commentators criticized Ivey's decision to keep Miles in the game despite Notre Dame holding a nearly 40-point lead at the time of her injury.
  • Notre Dame's next game against Michigan on Sunday will test the team’s depth and ability to compete without clarity on Miles' availability.