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Hadnot Leads Mastodons Past Irish
22 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Corey Hadnot scored 29 points for Purdue Fort Wayne.
- Purdue Fort Wayne secured a rare road win against Notre Dame.
- The game was decided by late free throws and a missed buzzer-beater.
Purdue Fort Wayne upset Notre Dame with a 72-69 win, driven by a standout 29-point performance from Corey Hadnot II. The Mastodons, who had previously been winless on the road and in their all-time series against the Irish, achieved a significant victory. Hadnot's scoring prowess, particularly in the first half where he accounted for 17 of the team's 27 points, set the tone for his team.
Despite Notre Dame's efforts to rally, notably with Jalen Haralson's 21 points and Braeden Shrewsberry's late three-pointer to close the gap, Purdue Fort Wayne maintained control. The Mastodons extended their lead in the second half, with Mikale Stevenson and DeAndre Craig providing crucial scoring support.
The game concluded dramatically when Maximus Nelson sank two free throws in the closing seconds, and Haralson's final attempt missed, sealing the Mastodons' hard-fought victory. Both teams are preparing for upcoming conference play, with Purdue Fort Wayne heading to Milwaukee and Notre Dame facing Stanford.
