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Notre Dame Tops Ohio State, Advances to Sweet 16

3/24/2026

Summary

Hidalgo Leads Victory

Notre Dame defeated Ohio State 83-73 to reach the Sweet 16.
Hannah Hidalgo of Notre Dame led with 26 points, 13 rebounds, and eight steals.
Ohio State opened 11-0, but Notre Dame rallied in the second half.
The Buckeyes were eliminated in the second round at home for the third straight year.
Notre Dame will face Vanderbilt or Illinois next.

Summary

Hidalgo vs. Cambridge Showdown

Hannah Hidalgo of Notre Dame leads the nation in steals and ranks third in scoring, setting up a NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament matchup against Jaloni Cambridge of Ohio State.
Jaloni Cambridge of Ohio State is a Big Ten Player of the Year candidate who has excelled in scoring and playmaking, despite early-season injuries.
The game will tip off at 4 PM ET on ESPN.

History

Historical Context

In 1982, the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament was established, significantly increasing visibility for women's sports. The University of Tennessee, led by coach Pat Summitt, won the inaugural championship, showcasing the potential of female athletes. Today, Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo, a standout player, exemplifies this growth by leading the nation in steals and scoring. The ongoing success of women's basketball reflects the long-term impact of Title IX, which mandated equal opportunities in education and athletics, fundamentally transforming women's participation in sports.

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Hidalgo Leads Victory

Notre Dame defeated Ohio State 83-73 to reach the Sweet 16.
Hannah Hidalgo of Notre Dame led with 26 points, 13 rebounds, and eight steals.
Ohio State opened 11-0, but Notre Dame rallied in the second half.
The Buckeyes were eliminated in the second round at home for the third straight year.
Notre Dame will face Vanderbilt or Illinois next.

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