Cal Faces Notre Dame After ACC Tournament Win

The California women's basketball team achieved its 25th win of the season, defeating Virginia 75-58 in the opening round of the ACC tournament, marking the most wins in a season since 2012-13. Key performances came from Michelle Onyiah, Marta Suarez, and Lulu Twidale, each scoring 16 points, as Cal maintained control throughout the game, leading by as much as 26 points. The Bears set a school record for three-pointers made in a season during the match. Next, they face sixth-ranked Notre Dame, a challenging opponent that previously defeated them by 39 points. Meanwhile, the Cal softball team completed its preconference season with a 10-game winning streak, highlighted by a 7-3 victory against UC Davis before starting its ACC play against Boston College. Head coach Chelsea Spencer emphasized the team's growth and preparation heading into the new conference competition.