Hannah Hidalgo reacts as Notre Dame star completes 50-game streak in impressive feat

Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo achieved a significant milestone in the No. 3-ranked Fighting Irish’s commanding 100-64 victory over Wake Forest on Thursday. The win marked Hannah Hidalgo’s 50th game scoring double-figures.

The sophomore guard played a pivotal role in this triumph, leading Notre Dame with an impressive 23 points, four rebounds, three assists, six steals and shooting 72.7% (8-of-11). Her performance was instrumental in securing the win and extending the Fighting Irish's winning streak to eight games, improving their record (13-2) this season.

Following the game, Hidalgo, reacted to a post from Notre Dame’s Women’s Basketball celebrating her milestone.

Hannah Hidalgo has averaged 25.7%, 6.9 rebounds, 3.7 assists and shooting 50.4% for Notre Dame this season. Hidalgo leads Notre Dame in points and steals per game.

Olivia Miles was another crucial piece of the Fighting Irish as she put up 13 points, five rebounds and dished out nine assists, helping Notre Dame control the game from the start. The Fighting Irish fired on all cylinders offensively as they shot an impressive 55.2% from the field. The win marked Notre Dame’s 13th straight victory over Wake Forest, cementing their dominance in the matchup.

Hannah Hidalgo earns high praise from NBA Legend Dwyane Wade

Notre Dame’s standout sophomore guard has become one of the most electrifying players in women’s college basketball. After a stellar freshman season averaging 22.6 points, Hidalgo has solidified her status as a frontrunner for the 2025 Player of the Year award. Her high-energy performances on both ends of the court have caught the attention of fans, analysts, and even NBA legend Dwyane Wade.

Wade tuned in to watch No. 3-ranked Notre Dame’s matchup against No. 7-ranked UConn on Dec. 12. Despite entering the game as a self-proclaimed Paige Bueckers fan, Wade was impressed by Hidalgo's performance. Notre Dame secured a 79-68 victory over UConn, with Hidalgo putting on a show, tallying 29 points, grabbing 10 rebounds and eight assists.

“She’s like [5-foot-6] and she’s a dog,” Wade said. “Averages like seven rebounds a game type dog. And when we say dog in hoops, that means something. This is a hoop term. We’re talking in hoop terms. It’s just straight hooper’s dog.”

Wade’s words highlighted Hidalgo’s grit and determination. At just 5-foot-6, her ability to dominate games and consistently impact the scoreboard was recognized.

What makes Hidalgo even more special is her two-way impact. Whether she’s scoring in the paint, grabbing rebounds, or disrupting opponents with her defense, Hidalgo plays with a level of intensity that fuels Notre Dame’s dominance.