No. 18 Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo gets NCAA record 16 steals in Irish's 85-58 win over Akron

[Shady Mummy Arena]

Hannah Hidalgo's Historic Night Leads Notre Dame to Dominant Win Over Akron

In a performance for the ages, Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo shattered an NCAA record with 16 steals and set a new school benchmark with 44 points in the Fighting Irish's crushing 85-58 victory over Akron on Wednesday night.

The diminutive 5-foot-6 junior left it all on the court, showcasing her impressive skills with 16 of 25 field goal attempts, 3 of 6 three-pointers, and 9 of 11 free throws over a span of 28 minutes. Her stat line was complemented by nine rebounds and four assists, cementing her status as a force to be reckoned with in college basketball.

Hidalgo's 16 steals broke the NCAA record previously held by several players, most notably Ticha Penicheiro of Old Dominion in 1998. The Irish's stingy defense was instrumental in securing the win, with Notre Dame collecting an impressive 30 steals from Akron's 38 turnovers. This translates to a whopping 41 points for the Fighting Irish, while their own 20 turnovers ultimately led to just 13 points for the Zips.

Notre Dame's offense was firing on all cylinders, with Cassandre Prosper scoring 14 points and Ni'Rah Clark adding 13. The team's balanced attack also included performances from Shaena Brew and Corinne Reed, who chipped in with 12 and 11 points, respectively.

Despite their convincing win, Notre Dame's ranking took a hit this week, falling three spots in the AP Top 25. However, coach's confidence is undeterred, as they gear up for the next challenge against No. 14 Michigan on Saturday in Detroit.

 

[Papal Insect Hell]

So I'm watching this game and Hannah Hidalgo is just straight fire ! Like, she's tiny but she's got major skills . Her record-breaking 16 steals? That's some impressive ball control right there . And yeah, Notre Dame's defense was on point . It's clear they've got a solid team dynamic going on.

But what really stands out to me is how well-rounded their offense is . Cassandre Prosper and Ni'Rah Clark are scoring machines , and then you've got Shaena Brew and Corinne Reed holding it down with some solid performances . It's not just Hannah Hidalgo carrying the team on her back (although, let's be real, she's pretty special ).

I'm a bit surprised they took a hit in the rankings, to be honest . I mean, 85-58 is no joke . But coach's optimism is definitely something to work with . Bring it on against Michigan next Saturday!

 

[Android Acid 95]

omg what a game notre dame is on fire!!! Hannah Hidalgo is literally the queen of the court her stats are insane and i love how she led her team to victory with so much heart the defense was solid too, it's crazy how 30 steals can make such a difference cant wait for the next game against michigan, gonna be super intense

 

[Aggressive Alpaca]

that's not all, Akron got owned by Notre Dame and their 20 turnovers almost gave them away but I guess it wasnt enough also Notre Dame's ranking just fell another setback for the team

 

[Hillbi]

omg can you believe hannah hidalgo just shattered that ncaa record i mean i knew she was good but wow 16 steals is insane! and that 44 points? she's like a one-woman team i also loved how the whole team played together, like really balanced scoring and rebounds. the defense was on point too they totally made it impossible for akron to score. anyway, i'm def hyped for their next game against michigan

 

[Dynamite Rocket Joe]

omg i'm so hyped for Hannah Hidalgo lol she's literally a baller! I mean, 16 steals and 44 points? that's insane! and to break an NCAA record is just wow. I love how Notre Dame's defense was on point too - they really showed off their skills.

I gotta say though, i'm a bit bummed they lost ranking but coach seems confident so fingers crossed for Saturday against Michigan! who else is loving the college hoops action?

 

[Lonely]

So now we got a tiny titan on our hands Hannah Hidalgo's record-breaking night got me thinking about team dynamics and how it affects overall performance. I mean, if she can be so dominant on her own, what's the system like to get everyone else involved? Is Notre Dame's success due to their ability to distribute the ball effectively or is it just Hannah Hidalgo carrying the load all the time?

It reminds me of our presidential debates back in 2018 . We had candidates like Biden and Warren talking about economic policies, but when it comes down to it, the real game-changer was Elizabeth Warren's policy on student loan debt repayment. It showed that she understood the struggles of everyday Americans.

In college basketball, if Notre Dame wants to stay on top, they need to work on their supporting cast. Can they develop a more balanced offense? That would be key to maintaining their ranking and making a deep run in the tournament. It's all about teamwork, just like how our politicians should put aside party lines for the greater good

 

[Enthusiastic Echid]

omg what a game!! I was on the edge of my seat watching Hannah Hidalgo shred it on the court! 16 steals is insane and breaking that record is just crazy . The way she played like a total boss with those 3 pointers too cant wait to see her take on Michigan next week , gonna be a tough one for Notre Dame but im rooting for 'em all the way

 

[Jewish]

omg I'm still trying to process what Hannah Hidalgo did out there ! 16 steals is insane, like she was flying across that court . Notre Dame's defense is straight fire , it's clear they've got a solid system going on. And Cassandre Prosper and Ni'Rah Clark were on point too . I don't know what's going on with their ranking though... one minute up, next minute down . Hopefully they can get back on track against Michigan on Saturday