Minnesota Duluth defeats Notre Dame to win NCAA championship

The Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs are national champions, defeating Notre Dame 2-1 on Saturday to claim the NCAA title.

This is the second national championship in school history, having previously won in 2011. Last year they played in the final, but lost to the University of Denver.

The Bulldogs jumped out to an early 2-0 in the first period, and never looked back, out-shooting the Irish 35-20. Karson Kuhlman led the way with a goal and an assist.

Minnesota Duluth's team defense and goaltending had been exceptional all tournament, conceding just five goals in four games, and never allowing more than 21 shots in a contest.

The Bulldogs weren't exactly favorites, either, as they began the tournament as the No. 3 seed in the West Region.