Through one week of college hoops, the ACC has debuted as the powerhouse that fans know and love. It champions eight undefeated teams, a combined 79 percent win percentage and no program with a losing record. Although we’re a few weeks out from any wild claims being justified, it’s time to crown some early winners and losers:
Winners
Notre Dame’s title hopes
In the weeks leading up to the season, No. 6-ranked Notre Dame were showered equally in praise and expectations. Seventy out of 79 voters predicted the Irish to finish first in the ACC preseason poll. Sophomore Hannah Hidalgo was named conference Preseason Player of the Year. Senior guard Olivia Miles and junior forward Sonia Citron joined Hidalgo in the top-six vote getters for Preseason All-ACC selections.
Two games into the season, two 100-point outings for Notre Dame. It’s hard to imagine a better start for a team with a genuine shot at a national championship in April. Graduate transfer Liatu King has quickly impressed, already…
