Clemson defeated the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, 1-0, Friday at Historic Riggs Field to stay undefeated, while earning a win in its ACC opener.
The eventual winning goal against the Fighting Irish was scored by senior Mackenzie Smith in the second half of the match, her first of the season.
At the half, the match remained scoreless with Clemson holding Notre Dame to just one shot.
After a quiet first half, the Tigers scored the lone goal of the match with Smith netting one from 25 yards out in the 57th minute and sophomore Renee Guion credited with the assist.