Hannah Hidalgo Joins Historic ACC Honors with Player, Defensive Player of Year Awards

Hannah Hidalgo of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish has made history by being named both the ACC Player of the Year and ACC Defensive Player of the Year, becoming only the third player in conference history to achieve this in the same season. Averaging 24.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 3.7 steals, Hidalgo has been a key player in leading Notre Dame to a 25-4 record and a share of the ACC title. Her stellar performance this season follows her recognition as the ACC Preseason Player of the Year and her co-MVP award at the McDonald's All-American Game. As the Fighting Irish prepare for the ACC Tournament, Hidalgo's contributions on both ends of the court have positioned her as a significant contender in the upcoming March Madness. Notably, her teammate Olivia Miles also received accolades, contributing to Notre Dame's strong showing in the conference. The team is set to play their first tournament game on Friday, aiming for further success this postseason.