In a move that has sent shockwaves through the college basketball world, Notre Dame’s star guard and the nation’s No. 1 player, Hannah Hidalgo, has made a stunning decision to commit to the Nebraska Cornhuskers. The announcement, which came via a social media post Tuesday afternoon, immediately became one of the most talked-about moments in women’s college basketball history.
Hidalgo, a freshman phenom who took the NCAA by storm with her explosive scoring, elite playmaking, and tenacious defense, was widely expected to continue her dominance at Notre Dame or transfer to another powerhouse program. However, her decision to join Nebraska represents a groundbreaking shift, instantly elevating the Cornhuskers into national title conversations.
“I believe in what Nebraska is building, and I want to be part of something special,” Hidalgo said in her announcement. “This is about making history and creating a new legacy.”
The decision comes as a massive win for Nebraska head coach Amy Williams, who has steadily built a competitive program but has never landed a recruit of Hidalgo’s caliber. With Hidalgo in Lincoln, the Cornhuskers now have a legitimate shot at contending with perennial powerhouses such as South Carolina, UConn, and LSU.
Reactions across the basketball community have been a mix of excitement and disbelief. Analysts and fans alike are speculating on what this move means for the future of women’s college basketball and how it could change the landscape of player recruitment.
Hidalgo’s commitment to Nebraska marks a turning point—not just for the Cornhuskers, but for the sport as a whole. If her