Saturday was a big day for Marquette Basketball. Not only was it a senior night, but this set of seniors marked the end of the Coach Smart “Godfathers,” some who followed Shaka from Texas. Shaka Smart undoubtedly brought a new type of energy athletes want to play for. With David Joplin, Kam Jones, and Steve Mitchell, … Continue reading Marquette Suffers Heartbreaking Loss on Senior Night to End Regular Season
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Shaka Keeps #21 Marquette Undefeated Against Georgetown Under His Leadership
Shaka Smart, the Head Coach for the Marquette Golden Eagles, has had a great career since moving to Marquette, especially when facing Georgetown. They have been 7-0 against the Hoyas since he was hired. Georgetown’s star freshman, Sorber, who snagged 13 rebounds last time these two teams met, was injured and would have helped control some of … Continue reading Shaka Keeps #21 Marquette Undefeated Against Georgetown Under His Leadership
Marquette Dismantles Providence Behind a League-Best Performance From Behind the Arc
Marquette faced difficulties in the latter part of the Big East season, dropping four of six games and slipping to third place. However, they achieved a decisive 82-52 victory over Providence, led by Ben Gold and Kam Jones, who each scored 17 points. The team's efficient shooting and solid defense showcased potential for postseason success.
Marquette Throttles Seton Hall Behind Overdue Offensive Efficiency
Marquette, after struggling with three consecutive losses, rebounded with an 80-56 victory over Seton Hall. Led by Kam Jones, the team showcased offensive consistency, shooting over 54% and benefiting from a strong bench contribution. This win restored momentum as they prepare for a challenging matchup against Villanova.
Big Ten Dominates Nonconference Play Ahead of Historic 2025 Tournament
The Big Ten Conference has had a strong showing in nonconference men’s basketball games this season, posting a 160-37 record with one game remaining. This surpasses last year’s 144 nonconference victories. Among those wins, the conference has dominated at home with a 122-7 (.946) record. The Big Ten’s overall .812 win percentage ranks second behind … Continue reading Big Ten Dominates Nonconference Play Ahead of Historic 2025 Tournament
SEMO Women’s Basketball Falls in Close Contest to Little Rock, 60-52
Southeast Missouri Women's Basketball lost 60-52 to Little Rock despite strong performances from senior Lexi McCully, who scored 18 points, and Ainaya Williams, with 10 points and eight rebounds. SEMO outperformed in rebounds but struggled with shooting, particularly in the first quarter, ultimately unable to secure the win in a competitive game.
Another Slow Start and Poor Shooting Does Marquette In Against UConn
In a thrilling matchup, Marquette faced UConn on National Marquette Day, struggling initially but improving in the second half. Despite dominating certain stats, poor shooting led to a 77-69 loss, marking a significant setback for Marquette. Kam Jones led the team with 22 points in this perplexing game.
Marquette Starts Streak Back Up with a Statement Win Over Villinova
Marquette's "Gold Out" game was a big hit, supporting cancer awareness while facing off against Villanova. Marquette started strong, thanks to solid shooting, and despite Jordan Longino's impressive 27 points for Nova, they couldn’t overcome the turnovers. Marquette snagged the win, 87-74, and heads to Butler next!
Marquette Buries Seton Hall on the Road Behind Another Stingy Defensive Performance
Marquette, after a disappointing loss to Xavier, faced Seton Hall, overcoming early offensive struggles with strong defense. The Golden Eagles, despite shooting poorly in the first half, capitalized on Seton Hall's turnovers, winning 76-59. Kam Jones led the scoring with 19 points, showcasing the team's reliance on defensive strength moving forward.
Bruins Edge Sycamores in Close Battle at Terre Haute
The Belmont Bruins secured a hard-fought 84-79 victory over the Indiana State Sycamores in a Missouri Valley Conference matchup on Saturday. The Sycamores, who dropped to 9-8 overall and 3-3 in conference play, battled back from early deficits but couldn’t overcome the Bruins' consistent offensive attack. Belmont improved to 12-5 on the season and 4-2 … Continue reading Bruins Edge Sycamores in Close Battle at Terre Haute
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