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Ellie Olmanson and Peter Baltes | Monday, November 20, 2017
No. 2 McGlinn def. No. 4 Flaherty By Peter Baltes On a frigid fall afternoon Sunday, No. 2 McGlinn (3-1) outscored No. 4 Flaherty (3-1) 21-18 in an action-packed championship game at Notre Dame Stadium. The Shamrocks managed an impressive record and appeared in the championship game for the first time in several seasons, while
Ellie Olmanson | Friday, November 17, 2017
No. 2 Dillon (3-0) will fight to maintain its perfect season as No. 9 Duncan aims to force the Big Red their first loss. “We are all really excited for this game,” junior captain David Chao said. “Winning would make the trip so much more sweet if we finish undefeated in the stadium.” Through the
Ellie Olmanson | Friday, November 17, 2017
For senior kicker Sam Kohler, a piece of paper that said “degree” was not enough to fulfill his college dream. A Lincoln, Nebraska, native, Kohler proved to be a stud on the field and in the classroom as he was weighing his options between Vanderbilt and Stanford for college, with Notre Dame third in his
Ellie Olmanson, Peter Baltes and Hannah Wozniak | Friday, November 10, 2017
No. 2 Dillon v. No. 6 Morrissey By Ellie Olmanson With one game between both teams and the championship round in Notre Dame Stadium, No. 6 Morrissey (4-1) will take on the No. 2 Dillon Big Red (5-0) this Sunday to see who gets the bid to the finals. Coming off quarterfinal wins, each team
Peter Baltes, Ellie Olmanson and Hannah Wozniak | Tuesday, November 7, 2017
No. 9 Duncan def. No. 1 Stanford By Peter Baltes No. 9 Duncan (2-1) defeated No. 1 Stanford (3-0) by a score of 20-14 Sunday. Relying on an overwhelming rushing attack and stout defensive play to secure a commanding lead and fend off a second-half comeback, the Highlanders secured a spot in the semifinal round
Peter Baltes, Ellie Olmanson and Hannah Wozniak | Friday, November 3, 2017
Stanford v. Duncan By Peter Baltes This Sunday, No. 1 Stanford (3-0) prepares to face No. 9 Duncan (2-1) in the quarterfinals of the interhall football playoffs. Stanford is coming off of a bye while Duncan secured a 12-0 victory over No. 8 Fisher in the first week of elimination games. This matchup carries major
Paris Shirley, Ellie Olmanson, Jack Murray, Jack Zinsky and Peter Baltes | Tuesday, October 31, 2017
No. 3 Siegfried def. No. 14 Sorin by Jack Zinsky No. 3 Siegfried dominated No. 14 Sorin, 27-0, Sunday afternoon in round one of the interhall playoffs thanks to a great effort in all facets by the Ramblers. The Ramblers (3-0) took it to Sorin (0-3) right from the start with a quick first quarter
Ellie Olmanson | Friday, October 27, 2017
This past weekend, the Irish joined over 11,000 athletes and tens of thousands of fans from around the world for the 53rd annual Head Of The Charles Regatta in Boston. Coached by Martin Stone, Notre Dame raced three boats and an Alumni boat in the regatta. Two of these boats qualified based on last year’s times, and
Paris Shirley, Peter Baltes, Ellie Olmanson, Jack Zinsky, Hannah Wozniak and Jack Murray | Friday, October 27, 2017
Duncan v. Fisher By Paris Shirley While the Notre Dame varsity football team gears up for a playoff push, members of the No. 9 seed Duncan Highlanders (2-1) and No. 8 seed Fisher Green Wave (2-1) will welcome the opportunity for glory this Sunday as they open up the interhall football playoffs. Implications loom large
Ellie Olmanson, Hannah Wozniak, Peter Baltes and Cassie Corbin | Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Knott def. Sorin by Ellie Olmanson The last game of the regular season ended with a 8-0 victory for Knott over Sorin. Knott (1-2) started with possession and had clear control of the running game in the first quarter. Sophomore running back Kevin Bailey was the main force in the opening drive, eventually scoring for