Vatican's Swiss Guard Practice with Irish Today

The Notre Dame men's basketball team is on a tour of Italy -- and today they had the unique experience of practicing with the SWISS GUARD (the guys in red) -- the Pope's security force...

You're going to want to watch this video -- note the new practice gear provided by Under Armour -- the shorts look great!

LINK:  THE IRISH IN ITALY

The Tight End Tradition at Notre Dame !!!

Here's a look at the Notre Dame tight end position for the 2014 edition of the Fighting Irish...

LINK:  TIGHT ENDS

LINK:  KOYACK INTERVIEW

Everett Golson "Under Center" with Herbstreit

ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit made the trek to San Diego a few weeks ago to spend some time with Notre Dame QB Everett Golson -- here's the interview:

LINK:  GOLSON

Photo of Everett Golson's ND Shoulder Pads

Notice the number, the last name and the blue & gold detail...

ND Men's Soccer an "ALMOST" Unanimous #1

The National Soccer Coaches Association released their pre-season men's college soccer rankings and Bobby Clark's Fighting Irish received 19 of the 20 first place votes -- and the #1 ranking!

Notre Dame, the defending NCAA National Champions hit the pitch for the first time on August 16th.

LINK:  IRISH RANKED #1

Follow Notre Dame Basketball's Italy Trip!

Mike Brey's Fighting Irish arrived yesterday morning in Rome -- to what should be a special couple of weeks for the Notre Dame men's basketball team in Italy.  If you'd like to follow what they're up to -- click on the link below.

In the photo above, Eric Katenda and Demetrius Jackson take in the COLOSSEUM.

OT: Must See -- Boy's Tribute at Omaha Beach

Folks, if you haven't seen this -- you must.  I promise you it will bring a tear or two to your eyes...

He's an 11 year-old young man from France.

LINK:  PROJECT VIGIL