Sofia CrimiVaroli The Irish celebrate during their 48-20 win over USC at Notre Dame Stadium on Oct. 14. From Joe Montana to Brady Quinn, a number of former Irish standouts were back on campus for Notre Dame’s contest against USC. Despite the popularity of many former athletes, senior safety Xavier Watts shone the brightest on Saturday night. Here are some of the key … [Read more...] about Key moments from Notre Dame’s dominant win over USC
‘Do our jobs, win the interval’: Irish defense leads the way to beat USC 48-20
Sofia CrimiVaroli | The Observer The Irish defense rushes USC quarterback Caleb Williams during Notre Dame’s 48-20 win over the Trojans on Oct. 14 at Notre Dame Stadium. Many considered Notre Dame’s crushing loss against Louisville last weekend season defining. But on Saturday night, they redefined that narrative. Just seven days after being outplayed from start to finish by … [Read more...] about ‘Do our jobs, win the interval’: Irish defense leads the way to beat USC 48-20
Xavier Watts calls interceptions, forced fumble against USC ‘something you never really imagine’
Xavier Watts came to South Bend in 2020 as a three-star wide receiver. The Irish coaching staff moved him to defense at the start of his sophomore season, but Saturday night against USC, he caught two passes off former Heisman winner Caleb Williams’ fingertips. In addition to the interceptions, he returned a fumble for a touchdown and forced another. Many athletes will say they … [Read more...] about Xavier Watts calls interceptions, forced fumble against USC ‘something you never really imagine’
Saint Mary’s students gather in prayer for peace
On Wednesday morning in the Center for Faith, Action and Ministry office, Saint Mary’s College students gathered to pray for peace in the Holy Land. Ecumenical chaplain Carrie Badertscher, who organized the event, said the purpose of the prayer service was “to provide a space for people to gather in community to recognize the grief and pain that was being felt by not only them … [Read more...] about Saint Mary’s students gather in prayer for peace
Mike Pompeo urges Israel to carry out ‘absolute annihilation’ of Hamas during ND lecture
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo affirmed Israel’s right to defend itself against recent terrorist attacks from Hamas and emphasized the need for the U.S. to display strength on the world stage during a Friday afternoon lecture at DeBartolo Hall. “The Israeli government has a responsibility to protect its people, to protect its sovereignty,” Pompeo said. Pompeo condemned … [Read more...] about Mike Pompeo urges Israel to carry out ‘absolute annihilation’ of Hamas during ND lecture