Marquette's Henry Ellenson day to day with sprained left ankle
MILWAUKEE — Marquette says star forward Henry Ellenson is day to day with a sprained left ankle.The 6-foot-11 Ellenson could be an NBA draft lottery pick if he decides to leave school early.
Luke Fischer scores career-high 23 points as Golden Eagles beat Georgetown 88-87
MILWAUKEE — Luke Fischer scored a career-high 23 points, including the go-ahead free throws with less than two seconds left, and Marquette edged Georgetown 88-87 Tuesday night, March 1st.Georgetown trailed much of the game, but made a 14-6 run late in the second half and Isaac Copeland's 3-pointer with 3:53 put the Hoyas up one, 78-77.D'Vauntes Smith-Rivera's jumper with eight seconds left put Georgetown up 87-86, but his foul with 1.2 seconds to go put Fischer on the line and he made both.
MU walk-on who's had big impact on Golden Eagles, rewarded with a big surprise
MILWAUKEE -- Unless you're a die-hard Marquette University Golden Eagles basketball fan, you've probably never heard of Michael Mache.
MU, UW Special Olympics basketball teams face off at Al McGuire Center: "Priceless experience"
MILWAUKEE -- Tradition and rivalries are things that take time to build.
"Potential to be phenomenal:" Childhood friends turned competitive athletes remain close through it all
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.
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.
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.
Bucks sign free agent Steve Novak, request waivers on Chris Copeland
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.
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.
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.
"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.
"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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.