Dara Mabrey and Greg Flammang, co-hosts of the "Dimes with Dara" podcast, recently discussed Notre Dame's impressive opening weekend in the NCAA Tournament. The Fighting Irish secured dominant victories over Stephen F. Austin and Michigan, showcasing stellar performances from players like Sonia Citron, Hannah Hidalgo, and Liatu King. These wins highlighted the team's resilience and defensive improvements, positioning them as formidable contenders for the national championship.
Looking ahead, Mabrey and Flammang previewed Notre Dame's Sweet 16 matchup against TCU. The two teams previously met on November 29, 2024, during the Cayman Islands Classic, where TCU overcame a 14-point deficit to defeat Notre Dame 76-68.
Mabrey emphasized the importance of learning from that earlier loss, noting that the team's recent adjustments and heightened defensive focus could be pivotal in the rematch. The co-hosts expressed confidence that the Fighting Irish's growth since November positions them well to counter TCU's strengths and advance further in the tournament.
For a more in-depth analysis, you can listen to their full discussion on the "Dimes with Dara" podcast:
2:33 - Main takeaways from the opening round games
4:34 - Sonia Citron being aggressive
6:45 - What Marcus Freeman's support means to the program
11:20 - The play of Notre Dame's three guards
13:37 - Liatu King
15:05 - The matchup with TCU
23:45 - X-factors for both teams
27:52 - The depth of the women's tournament
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