"Potential to be phenomenal:" Childhood friends turned competitive athletes remain close through it all
MILWAUKEE -- Recruiting the finest high school athletes is highly competitive.
MILWAUKEE -- Recruiting the finest high school athletes is highly competitive.
Henry Ellenson scored 22 points, grabbed 10 rebounds as MU beat Creighton
OMAHA, Nebraska — Henry Ellenson scored 22 points and grabbed 10 rebounds and Marquette University beat Creighton 66-61 on Wednesday night, February 24th to split the season series.Jajuan Johnson added 15 points and nine rebounds, Duane Wilson had 14 points and Marquette (18-10, 7-8 Big East) made 10 of 12 free throws.Trailing by 10 at halftime, Creighton rallied from a 15-point deficit to within 53-52 on Isaiah Zierden's free throw while Marquette went over nine minutes without hitting a field goal.The Golden Eagles stayed ahead 56-53 on free throws by Wilson, but Zierden's 3 tied it at 56 with 4:17 left.Ellenson's jumper put Marquette up 62-58 with 41 seconds left, then Creighton's Maurice Watson Jr.
OMAHA, Nebraska — Henry Ellenson scored 22 points and grabbed 10 rebounds and Marquette University beat Creighton 66-61 on Wednesday night, February 24th to split the season series.Jajuan Johnson added 15 points and nine rebounds, Duane Wilson had 14 points and Marquette (18-10, 7-8 Big East) made 10 of 12 free throws.Trailing by 10 at halftime, Creighton rallied from a 15-point deficit to within 53-52 on Isaiah Zierden's free throw while Marquette went over nine minutes without hitting a field goal.The Golden Eagles stayed ahead 56-53 on free throws by Wilson, but Zierden's 3 tied it at 56 with 4:17 left.Ellenson's jumper put Marquette up 62-58 with 41 seconds left, then Creighton's Maurice Watson Jr.
How much sugar is too much? Smart shopping, savvy eating can lead to weight loss and more
MILWAUKEE -- At 28, Zach Rice isn't trying to pretend he's still the high school athlete he once was, but he is trying to stay physically active.
MILWAUKEE -- At 28, Zach Rice isn't trying to pretend he's still the high school athlete he once was, but he is trying to stay physically active.
Marquette coaches go head-to-head in Coaches Noon Ball Game: "It does get competitive!"
MILWAUKEE -- There's nothing like a bunch of guys, playing a pick-up basketball game.
MILWAUKEE -- There's nothing like a bunch of guys, playing a pick-up basketball game.
Bucks sign free agent Steve Novak, request waivers on Chris Copeland
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have signed free agent forward Steve Novak.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have signed free agent forward Steve Novak.
Coaches' Charity Challenge: MU's Coach Wojo raising money for Camp Hometown Heroes; you can help
MILWAUKEE -- Like any coach, Marquette University Coach Steve Wojciechowski loves to win.
MILWAUKEE -- Like any coach, Marquette University Coach Steve Wojciechowski loves to win.
Double overtime: Marquette beats No. 20 Providence 96-91
MILWAUKEE — Jajuan Johnson scored 16 points and hit a key 3-pointer with 1:16 left in double overtime, and Marquette University outlasted No. 20 Providence 96-91 on Wednesday night, February 10th.Henry Ellenson had 26 points and 16 rebounds, and the Golden Eagles (16-9, 5-7 Big East) overcame 42 points by Providence's Ben Bentil.The conference scoring leader hit a 3-pointer from the corner off the glass to make it 92-88 with 33 seconds left.
MILWAUKEE — Jajuan Johnson scored 16 points and hit a key 3-pointer with 1:16 left in double overtime, and Marquette University outlasted No. 20 Providence 96-91 on Wednesday night, February 10th.Henry Ellenson had 26 points and 16 rebounds, and the Golden Eagles (16-9, 5-7 Big East) overcame 42 points by Providence's Ben Bentil.The conference scoring leader hit a 3-pointer from the corner off the glass to make it 92-88 with 33 seconds left.
Former MU coach who helped create state's organ donor registry in need of transplant again
MILWAUKEE -- About a dozen years after receiving a second chance at life and becoming an advocate for organ donation, a familiar face to Marquette University basketball fans is fighting a new battle.
MILWAUKEE -- About a dozen years after receiving a second chance at life and becoming an advocate for organ donation, a familiar face to Marquette University basketball fans is fighting a new battle.
"Jim: The James Foley Story" debuts on HBO: MU professor featured in the film speaks out
MILWAUKEE -- A documentary chronicling the live of Marquette University alumnus James Foley debuted this weekend on HBO.While working as a freelance war correspondent during the Syrian Civil War, Foley was abducted on November 22nd, 2012 in northwestern Syria.He was beheaded in August 2014 -- purportedly as a response to American airstrikes in Iraq, thus becoming the first American citizen killed by the Islamic State of Iraq (ISIS).Foley's close childhood friends are now making a new documentary called "Jim: The James Foley Story."Marquette University's own Thomas Durkin was featured in the film about his friend, and said it is a portrayal of a man with great achievements and heart."I agree with Brian Oakes, who directed it.
MILWAUKEE -- A documentary chronicling the live of Marquette University alumnus James Foley debuted this weekend on HBO.While working as a freelance war correspondent during the Syrian Civil War, Foley was abducted on November 22nd, 2012 in northwestern Syria.He was beheaded in August 2014 -- purportedly as a response to American airstrikes in Iraq, thus becoming the first American citizen killed by the Islamic State of Iraq (ISIS).Foley's close childhood friends are now making a new documentary called "Jim: The James Foley Story."Marquette University's own Thomas Durkin was featured in the film about his friend, and said it is a portrayal of a man with great achievements and heart."I agree with Brian Oakes, who directed it.
"Always cool to come back:" NBA star Dwyane Wade reunited with memories from Marquette University
MILWAUKEE -- He's made a number of assists over his career and he's continuing to do so as he's in his 13th NBA season.
MILWAUKEE -- He's made a number of assists over his career and he's continuing to do so as he's in his 13th NBA season.
Marquette digs in after losing big lead, beats Stetson 74-60
MILWAUKEE — Jajuan Johnson tied a career high with 22 points on Wednesday night and Marquette lost most of its 26-point halftime lead but held on for a 74-60 nonconference win over Stetson.Stetson had a 19-2 run in the first 5:13 of the second half, erasing 17 from the 47-21 halftime margin and making it 49-40 on Luke Doyle's 3-pointer.
MILWAUKEE — Jajuan Johnson tied a career high with 22 points on Wednesday night and Marquette lost most of its 26-point halftime lead but held on for a 74-60 nonconference win over Stetson.Stetson had a 19-2 run in the first 5:13 of the second half, erasing 17 from the 47-21 halftime margin and making it 49-40 on Luke Doyle's 3-pointer.
Marquette University lacrosse: Three student-athletes set to go pro; "Great young men"
MILWAUKEE -- The sport of lacrosse has caught on in the Midwest and at Marquette University, where the Golden Eagles are making string music.
MILWAUKEE -- The sport of lacrosse has caught on in the Midwest and at Marquette University, where the Golden Eagles are making string music.
Feingold vs. Johnson: Accusations flying over scandal at Tomah VA Medical Center in Senate race
MILWAUKEE -- Challenger Russ Feingold is accusing incumbent U.S. Sen.
MILWAUKEE -- Challenger Russ Feingold is accusing incumbent U.S. Sen.
Duane Wilson scored 17 points as MU held off St. John's rally to win 78-73
NEW YORK — Duane Wilson scored 17 points and Marquette held off a furious St.
NEW YORK — Duane Wilson scored 17 points and Marquette held off a furious St.
MU up by five points with 5:09 left, but Golden Eagles ultimately fell to DePaul, 57-56
MILWAUKEE— Myke Henry had 17 points and 12 rebounds, and Billy Garrett Jr.
MILWAUKEE— Myke Henry had 17 points and 12 rebounds, and Billy Garrett Jr.
Luis Feliciano: He's a boxer, an Olympic hopeful, and the first in his family to graduate from college
MILWAUKEE -- Luis Feliciano, a boxer and Marquette University graduate has put his heart and soul into his sport -- but if it doesn't work out, he won't be down for the count due to his accomplishment outside the ring."This is home right here.
MILWAUKEE -- Luis Feliciano, a boxer and Marquette University graduate has put his heart and soul into his sport -- but if it doesn't work out, he won't be down for the count due to his accomplishment outside the ring."This is home right here.
Aurora Health Care invests $40M in Marquette Univ. Athletic Performance Research Center
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University President Michael Lovell announced in his second Presidential Address on Wednesday, January 20th that the university will partner with Aurora Health Care in constructing its state-of-the-art Athletic Performance Research Center.
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University President Michael Lovell announced in his second Presidential Address on Wednesday, January 20th that the university will partner with Aurora Health Care in constructing its state-of-the-art Athletic Performance Research Center.
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Village of Brown Deer partners with Marquette for semester-long marketing project: "To sell the village"
BROWN DEER -- The Village of Brown Deer has partnered with a senior level marketing class at Marquette University for a spring semester-long project where the Village is the exclusive client.
BROWN DEER -- The Village of Brown Deer has partnered with a senior level marketing class at Marquette University for a spring semester-long project where the Village is the exclusive client.
Marquette trailed by just one point with 12:38 left, but Golden Eagles fell to Villanova, 83-68
VILLANOVA — Kris Jenkins scored 20 points and Jalen Brunson had 14 to lead No. 6 Villanova to an 83-68 win over Marquette University on Wednesday night, January 13th.The Wildcats (15-2, 5-0 Big East) blew a 16-point lead and trailed early in the second half until they took control late in game to for the 36th straight time at the Pavilion.Daniel Ochefu grabbed 13 rebounds and the Wildcats hit eight 3-pointers to win their seventh straight game.Haanif Cheatham led Marquette (12-5, 2-3) with 17 points.The Golden Eagles trailed by one with 12:38 left in the game before the Wildcats blew the game open.
VILLANOVA — Kris Jenkins scored 20 points and Jalen Brunson had 14 to lead No. 6 Villanova to an 83-68 win over Marquette University on Wednesday night, January 13th.The Wildcats (15-2, 5-0 Big East) blew a 16-point lead and trailed early in the second half until they took control late in game to for the 36th straight time at the Pavilion.Daniel Ochefu grabbed 13 rebounds and the Wildcats hit eight 3-pointers to win their seventh straight game.Haanif Cheatham led Marquette (12-5, 2-3) with 17 points.The Golden Eagles trailed by one with 12:38 left in the game before the Wildcats blew the game open.