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Notre Dame Fighting Irish Look to Shine Against Kent State Golden Flashes: Sonia Citron Emerges as Top Performer

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish women's basketball team is gearing up for an exciting matchup against the Kent State Golden Flashes. Both teams have been putting in the hard work and dedication to prepare for this game, and fans are eagerly anticipating the showdown at Purcell Pavilion.


Jan 1, 2023; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish forward Jenna Brown (0) goes up for a shot in the second half against the Boston College Eagles at the Purcell Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports

One player who has been making waves for the Fighting Irish is Sonia Citron. As a guard, Citron has consistently shown her skills on the court, with an impressive performance in the previous three games. In the first game against the North Carolina State Wolfpack, Citron scored 11 points, grabbed 8 rebounds, and made 4 steals. Her field goals percentage was 36 percent, and she had a free throws percentage of 50 percent. Citron's contributions were crucial in helping her team secure a victory.


Another standout player for Notre Dame is Anna DeWolfe. This guard showcased her abilities in the second game against the Virginia Tech Hokies, scoring 14 points and dishing out 5 assists. DeWolfe also had an impressive field goals percentage of 71 percent and a three-point percentage of 80 percent. Her performance played a significant role in leading her team to victory.


Natalija Marshall has been a force to be reckoned with on the court as well. As a forward, Marshall demonstrated her versatility in the third game against the Louisville Cardinals, scoring 26 points and grabbing 3 rebounds. She had a field goals percentage of 41 percent and a free throws percentage of 91 percent. Marshall's exceptional performance was instrumental in keeping her team competitive throughout the game.


Maddy Westbeld has also been making significant contributions as a forward for Notre Dame. In the previous three games, Westbeld averaged 12 points per game and showcased her defensive prowess with an average of 7 rebounds per game. Her field goals percentage was 38 percent, and she had a free throws percentage of 100 percent. Westbeld's consistent performance has been crucial to the team's success.


Looking at the overall statistics of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish over the past three games, they have shown great teamwork and determination. The team has averaged 73 points per game, with a field goals percentage of 40 percent and a free throws percentage of 68 percent. Their three-point shooting has been particularly impressive, with a percentage of 43 percent.


On the other side of the court, the Kent State Golden Flashes have their own standout players who could make an impact in this upcoming game. Jenna Batsch, a forward for Kent State, has been consistently scoring double-digit points in the previous games. She averaged 13 points per game and showcased her shooting skills with a field goals percentage of 38 percent.


The Golden Flashes also have Mikala Morris as their center, who has been a dominant force in the paint. Morris averaged an impressive 11 points per game and showcased her rebounding abilities with an average of 10 rebounds per game. Her field goals percentage was 50 percent, and she had a free throws percentage of 80 percent.


As we approach this highly anticipated matchup between Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Kent State Golden Flashes, fans can expect an intense battle on the court. Both teams have talented players who are ready to give their all for their respective teams.


The game is scheduled to take place on March 23rd at Purcell Pavilion in South Bend, Indiana. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN starting at 2:15 PM Eastern Time. Don't miss out on what promises to be an exhilarating showdown between these two formidable teams!

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