Top-ranked Princeton dominated #2 Notre Dame 16-9, using a relentless offensive surge to blow open what was billed as a heavyweight clash between the nation's two best. The Tigers improved to 17-2 while handing the Irish their third loss of the season.
Princeton's attack was simply too deep and too sharp for Notre Dame to contain. The Tigers generated quality possession after quality possession, converting opportunities in waves and forcing the Irish into chase mode. By the time the final whistle sounded, the nine-goal margin told the story of a team that executed at every level.
For Princeton, this is the kind of performance that signals championship readiness. The Tigers proved they can control pace, dictate terms, and punish a top-five opponent without blinking. Notre Dame finishes 13-3 with plenty to build on, but Princeton marches forward looking every bit the part of the team to beat.
Data via ESPN · Summarized by D1Ball's editorial engine from official statistics.
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