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North Liberty native lives out dream at RedBud Pro National MX
BUCHANAN, Mich. — Mike Witkowski grew up 30 miles away from RedBud. He went to the Independence Day weekend spectacular several times as a kid, hoping one day to be one of the riders buzzing around the 1.25-mile motocross course. On Saturday, Witkowski lived out that dream. The North...
Amateur racers, fans excited for RedBux MX in Buchanan
BUCHANAN, Mich. (WNDU) - As the 51st annual RedBud Pro Motocross National MX event kicks off this weekend, the amateur competitions began Thursday, allowing many kids from across the country to showcase their talent. Many kids prepare themselves and their dirt bikes to compete. RedBud MX hosts one of the...
First look inside the $38 million Mishawaka Fieldhouse opening soon
The $38 million Mishawaka Fieldhouse is nearly complete, with the doors opening around Labor Day. The project broke ground nearly a year ago in June of 2023 and will be considered a national destination for youth sporting events. WSBT had an exclusive first look at the facility as construction nears...
Notre Dame football DL commit stays resolute despite power conference pursuit
When it comes to fighting off other teams for Notre Dame football’s commits, a ton of attention has been paid to the battle for Deuce Knight. Of late, Noah Grubbs has also started seeing more talk about potential pursuit post-pledge. However, it’s not just quarterbacks (or wide receivers if...
Notre Dame's long chase for a top WR target almost certainly ends in mid-July
While the Notre Dame football program has faced some challenges with recruiting losses at the wide receiver position, it's not over yet. There are still some promising opportunities on the horizon, including a potentially game-changing commit later this month. La Verne (Calif.) Bonita star Dylan Robinson is set to commit...
Watch: Notre Dame football players let us know where they will celebrate the 4th
In yet another edition of On Camera with Notre Dame freshman wide receiver Cameron Williams, is themed very appropriately. The Irish won’t be working out today, instead Williams asked many of his teammates where their ideal spot to celebrate the 4th of July, at the lake or the ocean. As someone who is currently not celebrating America’s independence at home, rather on a lake, my choice is obvious. What isn’t are the other Irish players preference to have fun and watch fireworks. Check out where each of the interviewed players would rather spend their Independence Day, and which wins out, the lake or the ocean. Happy #4thofJuly Let us know where you are celebrating ⬇️#GoIrish☘️ | @cam_will30 pic.twitter.com/KK7YO9HB8q — Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) July 4, 2024 Where would you choose? Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (Formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes, and opinions. Follow Mike on X: @MikeFChen
Four-star safety JaDon Blair commits to Notre Dame
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WSBT) — Marcus Freeman may be on vacation now, but he and his staff are on a tear. Notre Dame brought in another high-level commitment Friday afternoon in the class of 2025. Four-star safety JaDon Blair pledged his allegiance to the Irish, marking the sixth four-star commit...
Missouri strikes again: Notre Dame loses second star WR target to the Tigers
When Notre Dame football entered the race for Jayvan Boggs, they had to know it was going to be a task to land him. That doesn’t make it any easier to stomach that they dropped out of the running surprisingly early. It’s particularly frustrating to see a 4-star prospect...
Cubs Add Firework Show August 20, Presented by Barletta Boats
SOUTH BEND, IN – Today the South Bend Cubs announced the addition of a new firework show on August 20, presented by Barletta Boats. The Tuesday night game vs Beloit will start at 7:05 p.m. with gates still opening at 6 p.m. Because of the fireworks, this game will...
Notre Dame lacrosse star Pat Kavanagh named ACC Male Athlete of the Year
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Pat Kavanagh just wrapped up his lacrosse career at Notre Dame with this second straight national championship this spring. And even though he’s in the pros now, he’s still adding more college awards On Wednesday, Kavanagh was named the ACC Male Athlete of the Year (Anthony J. McKevlin Award). He’s the first Notre Dame student-athlete to win the male award, as two Notre Dame athletes previously won the female award (Molly Seidel in 2016 and Arike Ogunbowale in 2018). Kavanagh also won the Tewaaraton Award as the best player in college lacrosse and is a...
Notre Dame Dominates Navy in 1964 – Epic Game Recap and Standout Performances
Reminisce about a classic 1964 college football game between Notre Dame and Navy, where Notre Dame triumphed with a 40-0 victory, showcasing players like John Huarte and Jack Snow. Notre Dame defeated Navy 40-0. Notre Dame's total offense was 504 yards, a season high. John Huarte had 177 passing yards...
Film Don't Lie | JaDon Blair
ISD Grade: 92 (4-star) National Average Grade: 91.0 (4-star) Blair is a long strider that eats up ground. He shows good recognition versus the perimeter screen game and does a great job running the alley as a downhill defender. He brings a physical presence to the field. He wants to...
'This is it.' Mishawaka Marian grad Jax Hundt living out pro soccer dream in England
Jax Hundt thought there was no chance he would get into the game. He had only signed with Gloucester City AFC a week prior, and the Tigers were playing Bishops Cleeve in the Gloucestershire County Cup final. Just to be in uniform for the match was good enough for Hundt. In the late stages of a 2-2 game, though, Hundt’s number was called. ...
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