Tag: Sports

Marquette Suffers Heartbreaking Loss on Senior Night to End Regular Season

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

Drake, Bradley Set for MVC Championship Clash in Arch Madness Final

The Missouri Valley Conference Championship pits No. 1 seed Drake against No. 2 seed Bradley, vying for an NCAA Tournament spot. Drake, led by MVP Bennett Stirtz, seeks a second title in four years, while Bradley aims for its first since 2019. The teams split their regular-season meetings, promising an intense showdown.

Drake Advances to MVC Championship with Gritty Win Over Belmont

Top-seeded Drake overcame a halftime deficit to defeat No. 4 Belmont, 57-50, in the MVC Tournament semifinals. Bennett Stirtz scored 24 points, including 16 in the second half. The win marks Drake's sixth consecutive victory and advances them to their sixth MVC title game, with head coach Ben McCollum setting a program record for wins in his first season.

Bradley Rallies Past Valparaiso to Reach MVC Championship

The No. 2 seed Bradley Braves rallied to defeat No. 11 Valparaiso 72-67 in the MVC semifinals, advancing to their 10th championship game to face top-seeded Drake. Valpo's All Wright scored 24 points, but Bradley turned the game around in the second half, led by Darius Hannah's double-double performance.

SEMO Falls to SIUE in OVC Championship

Rob Martin’s 18-point effort wasn’t enough as No. 1 Southeast Missouri (21-12) fell to No. 2 SIU Edwardsville (22-11) in a 69-48 loss during the Ohio Valley Conference Championship at the Ford Center on Saturday night. The Redhawks, making their second OVC Tournament final appearance in three years under Head Coach Brad Korn, came out … Continue reading SEMO Falls to SIUE in OVC Championship

Bracket Set For Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Championship 

The 2025 Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Championship runs March 11-15 at T-Mobile Center, Kansas City. This year features 16 teams, with Houston as the top seed. Tournament action begins with four first-round games, culminating in the championship match on March 15, granting an automatic NCAA Tournament bid.

Cooper Webb Dominates Indianapolis Supercross, Secures Third Win in Four Races

Cooper Webb of Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing triumphed at Round 9 of the Supercross series in Indianapolis, leading all 25 laps for his third win in four races. Despite earlier frustrations, he finished with an eight-second lead over teammate Justin Cooper, cementing his status as a championship contender.

Joe B. Miller | Dirty Right Rear Podcast 

On this episode of the Dirty Right Rear Podcast, we sit down with none other than Joe B. Miller—a force to be reckoned with in the sprint car world! Joe B. is currently owning and racing his own 600cc Micro Sprint, 360 Sprintcar, and 410 Sprintcar, making his mark across multiple divisions. We dive into his journey, the grind of racing at the highest level, and what it takes to compete in today’s sprint car scene. Buckle up and get ready for an inside look at one of the most versatile drivers on dirt!

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