SOUTH BEND, Ind. — In the opening round of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, third-seeded Notre Dame encountered a setback as their star player, Olivia Miles, suffered an injury. During the early moments of the fourth quarter, Miles fell near the basket and clutched her left knee, prompting concerns among fans and teammates alike.
Olivia Miles, who plays as a guard for Notre Dame, was helped off the court following the incident and was taken to the locker room for further assessment. Before leaving the game against Stephen F. Austin, she contributed two points along with eight assists. Her performance throughout this season has been notable, as she was named to the first-team All-Atlantic Coast Conference. Unfortunately, Miles had to sit out the 2023-24 season due to a previous knee injury.
As the only player this season to achieve three triple-doubles, Olivia Miles has been integral to Notre Dame’s success, averaging impressive statistics with 16.2 points, 5.8 assists, and 5.9 rebounds per game. At the time of her injury during the game, the Fighting Irish maintained a comfortable lead, with the scoreboard showing 82-43.
Fans and the college basketball community are eagerly awaiting updates regarding Miles’ condition, hoping for a swift recovery as the tournament progresses.