The rivalry started in 1927. It was born out of the fact that Notre Dame, at the time an all-boys college, had many students fighting in World War II. The Navy used the campus as a training ground that provided enough money for the institution to stay afloat. Because of this, Notre Dame has played Navy yearly out of gratitude; it was played annually from 1927 to 2019, making it the longest uninterrupted intersectional rivalry. That was until the COVID Pandemic ended the streak in 2020.

Independence empowers. It inspires hope, fuels the fight, and shapes how millions live. Yet in College Football, it has become a loaded term, burdened by negative connotations—especially for one storied program. Photo by The Irish Tribune The Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team competes as an independent, a status that has drawn them constant ridicule. This criticism intensified after they were excluded from the College Football Playoff last season and declined a bowl bid. Now, a new...

Being named a team captain, from Pop Warner to the pros, is a great honor. It reflects leadership and locker room respect. For a global brand like Notre Dame Football, this role carries added weight, including comparisons to past legends and current lofty expectations. Photo by The Irish Tribune Notre Dame just finished its annual Blue Gold Scrimmage to end spring camp. Now, attention shifts to the summer and a season with legitimate National Championship hopes. Notre Dame returns two...