Sports at Notre Dame


Get inspired by this curated collection of conversations from some of Notre Dame's most iconic figures in athletics, who reveal the mindset and motivation that drive success both on and off the field and serve as a testament to the universal power of sports to shape character and inspire greatness.

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Leadership

Kinship On and Off the Court

As the head coach for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Women’s basketball team, Coach Niele Ivey is responsible not only for leading her team on the court during games and...

12:30 PM ET Thu., Feb. 09, 2023
Career Development

The Bus Takes a Purposeful Journey

The Inspired Leadership Initiative at Notre Dame welcomed Jerome Bettis on as he explored pursuing a new purpose following his successful football career, his return to campus to...

Art and History

Kylemore Book Club: Rugby’s Global Community

This week the global growth of rugby will be discussed, with current international players and staff giving an insight into their experiences playing at home and abroad, as well...

Kylemore Book Club: Trailblazers – Breaking Gender Boundaries

This week will dive into Women’s rugby in Connacht and will tackle the major leaps forward, as well as the continued struggles the players face. Featuring regional/national...

Art and History

Kylemore Book Club: Rugby and the Political Landscape

This week will delve into the political context surrounding rugby in Ireland, including the growth of the sport despite the ban on foreign games, the link between Connacht and the...

Art and History

Kylemore Book Club: Rugby and the West of Ireland

The first week of the newest Kylemore Book Club will provide an introduction to rugby, as well as the historical context for the phrase “To Hell or to Connacht.” The sport of...

Leading People in an Ever-Changing World – Muffet McGraw

During the third session of “Inspiring Conversations,” we will focus on the topic “Building a Winning Team” through a conversation with Muffet McGraw, former Karen & Kevin...

Black Domers – “Student Athletes”

As our nation faces urgent calls for racial justice, many members of the Notre Dame family are seeking opportunities for meaningful conversations about equity. We are all hopeful...

Health and Society

Black Domers: Sports (Part 2)

Out of 74 leprechauns, only 4 have been represented by students of color. What challenges did they face on the field? Are leprechauns considered athletes? Listen to find out more!

Health and Society

Black Domers: Sports (Part 1)

Notre Dame is most known for its incomparable skills in sports. Do athletes and non-athletes share the same privileges? Tap in to find out!

Law and Politics

Football, Civil Rights, and Doing Justice: A Conversation with Justice Alan Page

Notre Dame Law School welcomed Justice Alan Page of the Minnesota Supreme Court to speak on October 11, 2019. Justice Page, who earned his bachelor’s degree from the University...

Science and Technology

Family Links and Finding the Sweet Spot

When the 40th U.S. Senior Open began with practice rounds on June 24, 2019, it marked the first time in its history the event was being played at a collegiate golf course. Yet as...