Notre Dame basketball prepares to host Mercyhurst after Italy trip
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 9:01 AM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
Notre Dame basketball hosts Mercyhurst on November 5 at Purcell Pavilion following a season-opening win against Villanova (74-72) in Rome. The Irish aim to improve their home performance after a lackluster history at Purcell Pavilion. Mercyhurst comes off a significant loss to Marquette (78-43) and is competing at the Division I level for the third year. This matchup marks the first meeting between the two teams, with both squads looking to establish momentum in their respective seasons.
- •Notre Dame is 1-0 after defeating Villanova.
- •Mercyhurst lost its first game of the season to Marquette.
- •The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Purcell Pavilion.
- •This is the first meeting between Notre Dame and Mercyhurst.
- •Both teams are looking to establish momentum early in the season.
- 9:01 AMYahoo Sports — Everything you need know as Notre Dame basketball hosts Mercyhurst
"Notre Dame basketball opened the 2026-27 regular season with an impressive win over Villanova in Rome. The Irish now work on being better at home.
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