Princeton dismantled Notre Dame 16-9, turning a marquee #1 vs. #2 matchup into a statement rout. The Tigers' offense overwhelmed the Irish defense, pouring in 16 goals and pulling away with authority.
What decided it was Princeton's relentless scoring depth. The Tigers created separation Notre Dame could never close, turning a clash of titans into a one-sided affair. At 17-2, Princeton looks every bit the tournament force its record suggests.
For Notre Dame, a 13-3 season ends in disappointment but not disgrace — the Irish ran into a buzzsaw. Princeton, meanwhile, sends a message to the rest of the field: the road to a title runs through them, and they're not slowing down.
Data via ESPN · Summarized by D1Ball's editorial engine from official statistics.
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