What's Happening?
Notre Dame's basketball team opened their season with an 89-67 victory against Long Island University. Markus Burton led the team with 24 points, while Cole Certa added a career-high 22 points off the bench.
The Fighting Irish maintained a strong lead throughout the game, finishing with a 49% shooting accuracy. Freshman Ryder Frost contributed 15 points, and Carson Towt, a transfer from Northern Arizona, matched his career-high with 19 rebounds. LIU, predicted to win the Northeast Conference, struggled to keep up, with Mason Porter-Brown and Jamal Fuller each scoring 12 points.
Why It's Important?
This win is significant for Notre Dame as it sets a positive precedent for the season. The performance of Markus Burton and Cole Certa highlights the depth and potential of the team, suggesting that they could be formidable opponents in future games. The victory also provides a morale boost and confidence for the players and coaching staff. For LIU, the loss serves as a wake-up call to reassess strategies and improve performance to meet preseason expectations.
