No. 3 Notre Dame wins 16th straight, defeats No. 21 Cal 91-52

The University of Notre Dame's women's basketball team has achieved its highest ranking since 2019, moving to No. 2 in the AP Top 25 following South Carolina's loss to Texas. The Fighting Irish recently extended their winning streak to 16 games with a dominant 91-52 victory over No. 21 California, where Hannah Hidalgo led the team with 24 points. Notre Dame established a significant lead by halftime and showcased strong defensive play, forcing 21 turnovers from California. The Irish's success is underscored by their perfect record in the Atlantic Coast Conference, having won 15 consecutive regular-season conference games. As they continue to excel, they prepare for their upcoming matchup against Pittsburgh. This ranking reflects Notre Dame's consistent performance and potential for continued success this season.