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Erin Hills club house is where the golf team meets for practices and home tournaments.

Dynamics of the Hills

Tyler Peters November 13, 2019
Just a half-hour northwest of Milwaukee, the course has a beautifully rugged yet serene landscape with farmland surrounding it.
Ike Eke spent nearly $7,000 to build this court.

Ike Eke Shares Success with Home Country

Daniel Macias, Assistant sports editor November 13, 2019
Using his own funds, Eke decides to make a new court to replace one in Enugu that is in bad shape.
Sacar Anim works against the Loyola Maryland defense in Marquettes win at Fiserv Forum Nov. 5.

Marquette prepares for Big Ten foe Purdue Wednesday in Gavitt Tipoff Games

Matt Yeazel November 12, 2019

Marquette will face its first tough test of the season, going up against the Purdue Boilermakers Wednesday night. "We'll be challenged in every way," Wojciechowski said. "They're an outstanding team,...

Stan Johnson (far left) guides the Golden Eagles in their win at Xavier last January.

Personality helps Johnson stand out on recruiting trail

John Steppe, Executive Sports Editor November 12, 2019
Marquette's associate head coach has impressed plenty of people around the NCAA and NBA.
Lauren Speckman (5) sets up Gwyn Jones in Marquettes sweep over DePaul.

Speckman looks to make memories in final months with MUVB

Dan Avington, Sports Audio Producer November 12, 2019
Senior setter Lauren Speckman has been a constant for the past four years. Now she's trying to make memories before her time with MUVB is up.
Wire Sports Weekly - Nov. 11

Wire Sports Weekly – Nov. 11

Dan Avington, Sports Audio Producer November 11, 2019

Dan Avington, Daniel Macias and Tyler Peters break down the end to the Marquette men's soccer season, including the BIG EAST quarterfinals.

Lauren Van Kleunen attempts a shot against Illinois State in MUs 58-41 win Nov. 10 at the Al McGuire Center.

Marquette completes ‘ugly’ 58-41 win against Illinois State

John Leuzzi, Sports Reporter November 10, 2019

Marquette women’s basketball defeated the Illinois State University Redbirds 58-41 Sunday afternoon at the Al McGuire Center.  “I am most proud of this win out of our first three games because...

Allie Barber (10) attempts a kill in Marquettes sweep over DePaul Nov. 9 at the Al McGuire Center.

Allie Barber ties Theresa Coughlin as all-time kills leader with sweep at DePaul

Zoe Comerford, Assistant Sports Editor November 9, 2019

Less than 24 hours after No. 10 Marquette swept DePaul at the Al McGuire Center, the Golden Eagles traveled to McGrath-Philips Arena in Chicago and once again swept the Blue Demons (25-21, 25-22, 25-21). Senior...

Josh Coan (16) controls the ball in Marquettes 2-1 loss to UW-Milwaukee.

Men’s soccer ends postseason play after losing to Providence 3-0

Tyler Peters November 9, 2019

Marquette men’s soccer fell to the Providence Friars 3-0 in the BIG EAST quarterfinals Saturday afternoon. The Golden Eagles finished the season 4-5-0 in BIG EAST play and 8-9-1 overall. MU squeaked...

Junior outside hitter Hope Werch takes a swing against DePaul in Marquettes three-set win at the Al McGuire Center Nov. 8.

Volleyball sweeps DePaul in first half of back-to-back

Dan Avington, Sports Audio Producer November 8, 2019

No. 10 Marquette volleyball swept the DePaul Blue Demons (25-23, 25-18, 25-17) at the Al McGuire Center Friday night. It was the Golden Eagles' seventh straight BIG EAST win since the Oct. 12 five-set...

Sophomore forward Chloe Marotta (52) recorded her first career double-double in MUs win over St. Francis Brooklyn Thursday night.

Marotta’s first career double-double paces MU in 92-71 win over St. Francis Brooklyn

Tyler Peters November 7, 2019

Marquette women’s basketball defeated the St. Francis Brooklyn Terriers 92-71 Thursday night. “Really thrilled to get the win,” head coach Megan Duffy said. “I thought that there were a lot...

Marquette keeps postseason hope with 1-0 win at DePaul

Marquette keeps postseason hope with 1-0 win at DePaul

Daniel Macias, Assistant Sports Editor November 6, 2019

Marquette’s hopes for the BIG EAST Championship remain alive following its 1-0 win against DePaul Wednesday. The Golden Eagles have a chance to make the BIG EAST Championship, but it all depends on...

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