Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo displayed NFL-like athleticism as the Fighting Irish defeated Villanova in the women's basketball season opener at the Eternal City Tip-Off in Rome on November 1, 2026.
The game took place at Palazzo dello Sport, marking the first matchup of the tournament. Hidalgo's dynamic drives to the basket highlighted Notre Dame's victory over the Wildcats.
Photograph by Mattia Ozbot/Getty Images captured Hidalgo in action during the contest.
