Irish Links: Blue-Gold Game More About Process Than Results for Kelly

All About The Process

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On Thursday during his media availability Kelly spoke at length about how during the Blue and Gold Game he’s looking at the process and approach of his players, rather than the straight up results. To further his point, he also said that what he’s looking for from his players and what the fans are looking for, are most likely two entirely different things. Check out the video in the link above for more.

Irish Baseball Topples Top-25 Foe

It has been a tough season so far for the Notre Dame baseball team, but they picked up a nice win on Friday night as they took down No. 19 Virginia, 8-2 in Charlottesville. Senior Michael Hearne pitched eight scoreless innings, before surrendering two in the ninth. The Irish are now 18-21 and 8-12 in ACC play. They have won three of their last four. The Irish and Cavaliers will finish up their weekend series on Saturday morning. First pitch is set for 11:00am ET.

Men’s Lacrosse Hosts North Carolina in Home Finale

The No. 6 Notre Dame mens’s lacrosse team will wrap up their home portion of the schedule on Saturday when they host No. 16 North Carolina. The game will be televised on ESPNU, and if you’re going to be on campus for the Blue and Gold Game, stop by the men’s lacrosse game first! Face off is set for Noon ET.

Two Irish Hockey Alums Still Alive in Playoffs

Ian Cole and Bryan Rust were not only teammates in South Bend, but they are also currently teammates with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The two took home the Stanley Cup last season, and once again are primed for another run at it. Pittsburgh quickly swept the Columbus Blue Jackets in the first round. Rust and Cole played huge roles. Rust tallied four goals for Pittsburgh, while Cole chipped in with three assists. Pittsburgh will able to take some time off, as they will get the winner of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Washington Capitals.