Considering how strong the ACC is this season, it was never in doubt that the ACC-leading Notre Dame Fighting Irish would eventually lose a conference game. Hell, most assumed it would come well before this considering the 4 road games the Irish had to play in their first 6 conference contests.
Last night, ND faced a team who matched its toughness and clutch-ness down the stretch, as the Seminoles hit free throws, forced turnovers, and had enough Rathan-Mayes jumpers in the final minutes to escape with an 83-80 victory in Tallahassee.
So, what can be learned in defeat to a strong opponent on the road?