#1 Princeton (17-2) dismantled #2 Notre Dame (13-3) by a final of 16-9, using a relentless offensive barrage that the Irish simply could not contain. Seven goals separated two of the sport's premier programs, and the margin told the story — Princeton dictated pace, pressure, and possession from start to finish.
The Tigers' attack was surgical, piling up 16 goals against a Notre Dame defense that had been the backbone of its postseason run. Every time the Irish looked to claw back within striking distance, Princeton had an answer. That's what #1 vs. #2 is supposed to look like — one team executing at a championship level, the other running into a wall it couldn't climb.
Princeton moves forward as the undeniable team to beat, while Notre Dame heads into the offseason with a 13-3 campaign that earned every ounce of respect it received.
Data via ESPN · Summarized by D1Ball's editorial engine from official statistics.
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