Princeton didn't just beat Notre Dame — the Tigers took the fight to them from the opening whistle and never let up. A 16-9 final that flattered nobody in blue and gold.
The one thing that decided it: Princeton's offense operated like a machine, putting up 16 goals against a Notre Dame defense that had been the backbone of a 13-win season. The Irish couldn't string together stops, and every time they tried to claw back, Princeton had an answer ready.
For the Tigers, now 17-2 and sitting firmly at #1, this is the kind of performance that sends a message to the rest of the field. Notre Dame's season ends at 13-3, and the Irish will spend the offseason searching for the consistency that escaped them when it mattered most. Princeton keeps rolling — and nobody left standing wants to be next.
Data via ESPN · Summarized by D1Ball's editorial engine from official statistics.
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