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Jack Albright

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor

Jack Albright is a sophomore from Charlton, Massachusetts studying journalism. He is the Executive Sports Editor of the Marquette Wire for the 2023-24 school year. In his free time, Jack likes to hang out with friends and watch Formula 1. He is excited to write fun stories about all things Marquette athletics and oversee new types of digital content.

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Tyler Kolek finished Marquettes 86-65 win over Texas one point and one rebound shy of tying his career-highs in both categories.

All-American Tyler Kolek drops 28 points in No. 8 Golden Eagles’ 86-65 win over No. 12 Texas

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 6, 2023
Shaka Smart frequently practices what he preaches to his players.

Why Shaka Smart’s players want to ‘run through a wall’ for him

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 5, 2023
Marquettes match vs No. 1 Wisconsin in Fiserv Forum was the most-attended indoor regular season volleyball match.

Marquette volleyball had rollercoaster season

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 5, 2023
Marquette womens basketball breaks down a huddle in its game against Illinois.

Plugged-in: Streaks continue, for good and bad

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 4, 2023
Marquette mens basketball head coach Shaka Smart is 0-3 against Wisconsin. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 3 Marquette loses to Wisconsin for third straight year, 75-64

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 2, 2023
Senior outside hitter Aubrey Hamilton led Marquette with 22 kills in its 3-1 loss to Purdue. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette’s season ends against Purdue in Round of 32

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 1, 2023
Junior setter Yadhira Anchante was the 2022 Big East Setter of the Year. (Marquette Wire Stock Photo.)

Anchante is back for Marquette — and so is her skill set

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 1, 2023
Junior setter Yadhira Anchante earned a double-double of 25 assists and 14 digs in Marquettes 3-0 sweep over Eastern Illinois Nov. 30. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 6 seed Volleyball sweeps Eastern Illinois in NCAA Tournament

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 30, 2023
First-year guard Tre Norman drives to the hoop in No. 3 Marquettes 93-56 win over Southern.

No. 3 Marquette gets back in the win column with 93-56 victory over Southern

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 28, 2023
No. 3 Marquette mens basketball celebrates a 3-pointer from walk-on Cameron Brown in its 95-65 win over Rider.

Men’s basketball moves up to No. 3 in AP Poll

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 27, 2023
Marquette volleyball celebrates its name being called as the No. 6 seed during a watch-party in the Union Sports Annex. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette volleyball named No. 6 seed in NCAA Tournament, faces Eastern Illinois

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 26, 2023
Middle blocker Hattie Bray (22) and setter Yadhira Anchante (1) high-five in Marquettes 3-2 loss to St. Johns Friday, Nov. 24 at the Al McGuire Center. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Volleyball falls to St. John’s in Big East Tournament semifinals

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 24, 2023
Senior forward Oso Ighodaro put up a Marquette-most 21 points, also earning a game-high nine rebounds in No. 4 Marquettes 73-59 win over No. 1 Kansas Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 4 Marquette beats No. 1 Kansas to advance to the Maui Invitational championship

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 22, 2023
Marquette earns the the No. 2 seed in the Big East Tournament, which means the golden Eagles secure a first-round bye. (Graphic via Big East Conference).

Volleyball hosts 2023 Big East Tournament

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 21, 2023
David Joplin (23) scored a team-high 19 points in No. 4 Marquettes 71-69 win over UCLA Monday night. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 4 Marquette beats UCLA in Maui Invitational after second half comeback

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 21, 2023
Lee Volker (1) is averaging 7.8 points and 4.5 rebounds per game this season after transferring from Duke.

[Photo] Volker brings ‘everlasting’ growth to Marquette

November 21, 2023
Marquette volleyball celebrates after winning its third consecutive Big East regular season title. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette wins third consecutive Big East regular season title

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 18, 2023
Frannie Hottinger (20) and Liza Karlen (32) started playing basketball together in high school for the same AAU Team. Now, the two are back together at Marquette.

Karlen and Hottinger played together in high school — now they are reunited at Marquette

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 14, 2023
Plugged-in: Starting hot and stepping up

Plugged-in: Starting hot and stepping up

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 13, 2023
David Joplin finished Marquettes 95-65 win over Rider Friday night with 11 points.

No. 5 Marquette won against Rider but lost All-American Tyler Kolek in the process

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 10, 2023
Marquette Wire Stock Photo

Basketball teams add new members to its programs

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 8, 2023
Tyler Kolek in Marquette mens basketballs 92-70 win over Northern Illinois.

BASELINE: Depth pushes No. 5 Marquette past Northern Illinois in season-opener

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 6, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

BREAKING: Men’s soccer head coach Louis Bennett announces he is stepping away from the program

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 1, 2023
First-years Tre Norman and Zaide Lowery both read Shaka Smarts culture document while being recruited. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Meet the 26-page culture document Shaka Smart uses to ‘sustain championship-level success’

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 31, 2023
Senior midfielder Hailey Block (7) in Marquette womens soccers 3-0 loss to St. Johns. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Plugged-in: Winning, drawing and losing twice

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 23, 2023
Senior midfielder Hailey Block (7) in Marquette womens soccers 3-0 loss to St. Johns. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Women’s soccer shutout 3-0 in final home match of the season

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 22, 2023
Shaka Smart celebrates in Marquette mens basketballs 96-70 upset win over No. 6 Baylor Nov. 29, 2022 at Fiserv Forum.

Marquette ranked No. 5 in preseason poll

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 16, 2023
Sophomore forward Josie Bieda (8) now sits with a team-high three goals for Marquette.

Bieda earns third goal in 1-1 draw with Villanova

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 15, 2023
Junior right side Ella Foti (7) created Milotso to help student-athletes engage with their communities

Foti gives back to Milwaukee through non-profit

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 10, 2023
Marquette volleyball is the only undefeated team in the Big East. The Golden Eagles have six wins in conference play.

Volleyball in the driver’s seat to claim Big East regular season title

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 10, 2023
Marquette club rock climbing holds biweekly practices at Turner Hall.

[Photo] Club rock climbing creates community through sports

October 10, 2023
Senior guard Tyler Kolek finished the scrimmage with 13 points and six assists.

MUBB takeaways: Three observations from Blue and Gold scrimmage

Kaylynn Wright and Jack Albright
October 7, 2023
Marquette sweeps No. 15 Creighton in first ranked win of the season

Marquette sweeps No. 15 Creighton in first ranked win of the season

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 6, 2023
Head coach Ryan Theis has built his teams schedule around visiting his players families.

Volleyball’s pattern of visiting families strengthens team bonds

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 3, 2023
Junior midfielder Julia ONeill (11) fights for the ball in Marquettes 2-0 loss to Butler.

Plugged-in: Winning on the road, losing at home

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 2, 2023
Marquettes match vs No. 1 Wisconsin in Fiserv Forum was the most-attended indoor regular season volleyball match.

Marquette remains the only undefeated Big East team after 3-0 win

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
October 1, 2023

Golden Eagles beat Huskies to stay undefeated in conference play

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 30, 2023
Marquette is in first place in the Big East with a 2-0 record in conference play.

Marquette beats Georgetown in second sweep in a row

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 23, 2023
Marquette is now 8-1 at home in conference opening games.

Marquette sweeps Villanova to start conference play

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 22, 2023
Graduate student Sarah Kushner went from outside hitter to libero in her first year at Marquette.

Kushner’s impact on teammates remains constant through change

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 19, 2023
Plugged-in: Mixed bag of results for all

Plugged-in: Mixed bag of results for all

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 18, 2023
Against ranked teams, Marquette has won five sets and lost 21.

Marquette still winless against ranked teams after getting swept by No. 7 Oregon

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 17, 2023
Two Golden Eagles earned double-doubles in their 3-0 win over Air Force Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette sweeps Air Force in first win at home

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 16, 2023
Marquette celebrating a point in its 3-1 loss to No. 1 Wisconsin at Fiserv Forum.

Marquette wins one set in its loss to No. 1 Wisconsin in Fiserv Forum

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 13, 2023
Marquette is 0-5 against ranked teams this season.

Marquette and Wisconsin have had very different seasons – now the two programs meet

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 12, 2023
Marquette celebrates after a point in the Golden Eagles 3-0 loss to the Tennessee Volunteers.

FAST FIVE: What to watch for in No. 1 Wisconsin vs. Marquette

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 12, 2023
All five of Marquette volleyballs losses are against ranked teams.

Plugged-in: Historic for some, disastrous for others

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 11, 2023
Marquette and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee womens basketball players with Milwaukee youth after the free basketball clinic. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Milwaukee women’s basketball teams helping the next generation

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 10, 2023
No. 24 Marquette is 0-5 against ranked opponents and 0-2 at home this season.

No. 24 Marquette swept for second time in two days

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 10, 2023
Marquette is 0-4 against ranked opponents this season.

Marquette gets swept by Pitt in home opener

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 8, 2023
Four of Marquette volleyballs next six opponents are ranked. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Ranked teams dominate upcoming slate

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 5, 2023
92,003 fans went to watch Omaha vs Nebraska volleyball, the most of any womens sporting event in history. (Photo courtesy of Nebraska Athletics.)

ALBRIGHT: We need to keep giving women’s athletics the stage

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 5, 2023
Marquette moves to 2-3 on the season after going winless in its two games in Kansas. (Photo courtesy of Marquette athletics.)

Marquette goes 0-2 in Kansas Invitational

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
September 2, 2023
Marquette volleyball leaves the Flyer Invitational 2-1. (Photo courtesy of Marquette athletics.)

Marquette goes 2-1 in Flyer Invitational

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
August 26, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette athletics.)

Caceres’ game-winner solidifies Marquette win over Drake

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
August 25, 2023
Marquette volleyball has four 2023 All-Big East Preseason Team honorees, the most of any team in the conference.

SEASON PREVIEW: No. 12 ranking gives volleyball high expectations

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
August 23, 2023

JOURNAL: Radical resilience

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
August 15, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Dwyane Wade takes next step in career, becomes enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
August 13, 2023
Dwyane Wade and LeBron James celebrate after winning the gold medal in the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

‘Without him we would not have won’: Wade’s 2008 Beijing Olympics journey

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
August 12, 2023
Graphic made by Jack Albright

Women’s basketball adds JUCO transfer Abbey Cracknell

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
August 8, 2023
Graphic made by Jack Albright

Caedin Hamilton re-classes and announces commitment to Marquette

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
August 1, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette athletics.)

Wade and Diener join forces to raise money for youth literacy initiative

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
July 18, 2023
Marquette Wire Stock Photo

Class of 2024 recruit Leila Wells announces verbal commitment to Marquette

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
July 4, 2023
Olivier-Maxence Prosper defends Jerome Hunter in Marquettes 69-68 win over Xavier Feb. 15 at Fiserv Forum.

BREAKING: Olivier-Maxence Prosper hears his name called as No. 24 pick in 2023 NBA Draft

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
June 22, 2023
(Marquette Wire Stock Photo)

Men’s basketball releases 2023-24 non-conference schedule

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
June 15, 2023
Shaka Smart has finished his second season as the head men’s basketball coach at Marquette.

Shaka Smart given contract extension after historic season

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
June 7, 2023
Rising sophomore guard Emily La Chapell averaged 5.3 points and three rebounds in her first year at Marquette

BREAKING: Emily La Chapell enters the transfer portal

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
June 5, 2023
Junior forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper in Marquette’s 90-84 win over DePaul Feb. 25 at Fiserv Forum.

Olivier-Maxence Prosper going pro after two seasons at Marquette

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
May 26, 2023
Junior forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper (12) drives to the basket in Marquette’s win over Butler Feb. 4 at Fiserv Forum. (Marquette Wire Stock Photo)

Q&A with NBA Draft insider Sam Vecenie on Olivier-Maxence Prosper

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
May 23, 2023
Illustration by Kendal Bell (Photo of Ted Lasso courtesy of Apple TV+. Photo of Shaka Smart courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

ALBRIGHT: How Shaka Smart resembles parts of fictional character Ted Lasso

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
April 25, 2023
Hottinger averaged 20.4 points and 9.7 rebounds per game this past season at Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Athletics.)

Q&A with Marquette women’s basketball graduate transfer Frannie Hottinger

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
April 25, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Women’s volleyball partners with Journey 21 and Hunger Task Force in effort to give back to Milwaukee community

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
April 20, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

JOURNAL: Tennis International Recruitment

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
April 20, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Doubles specialists find connection on and off the court

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
April 18, 2023
Frannie Hottinger was named the Patriot League Player of the Year this past season after averaging 20.4 points and 9.7 rebounds per game at Lehigh University. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh University.)

Duffy adds Patriot League Player of the Year to roster

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
April 17, 2023
Marquette womens tennis Elisabeth Desmarais, Julieanne Bou, Elizabeth Ferdman, Tiana Windbuchler and Giulia Turconi stand together on Senior Day. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Women’s tennis honors five seniors on senior day

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
April 8, 2023
Marquette Wire Stock Photo

WBB Portal Watch: Some players that can provide depth to Duffy’s roster next season

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
April 4, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Bou’s commitment speaks to tennis and course work

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
March 28, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette’s poor fourth quarter spelled disaster against South Florida

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
March 17, 2023
Marquette womens basketball defeated Georgetown 66-49 Feb. 4 inside the Al McGuire Center on National Marquette Day.

STARTING FIVE: Women’s basketball returns to the Big Dance, first up South Florida

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
March 16, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Kaiser grows on and off the court at Marquette

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
March 7, 2023
Graphic by Kendal Bell

Chloe Marotta honoring dad’s legacy with Rebounds for Research NIL Initiative

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
February 28, 2023
Senior guard Jordan King in Marquettes loss Feb. 22 to Creighton at the Al McGuire Center.

Women’s basketball bounces back in final road game of season

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
February 25, 2023
Marquette womens basketball suffered its second Big East home loss of the season Feb. 22 to Creighton.

BASELINE: Golden Eagles go cold in third quarter leading to third loss at home on season

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
February 22, 2023
Kings buzzer-beater gives Marquette road win at Providence

King’s buzzer-beater gives Marquette road win at Providence

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
February 15, 2023
First-year Chase Ross in No. 14 Marquette mens basketballs win over Butler Feb. 4 at Fiserv Forum.

Kolek puts together balanced performance in Golden Eagles win over Bulldogs

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
February 4, 2023
Marquette womens basketball defeated Georgetown 66-49 Feb. 4 inside the Al McGuire Center on National Marquette Day.

Golden Eagles earn 10th win of the season at home with victory over Hoyas

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
February 4, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Dominant second quarter from Villanova spells disaster for Marquette

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
February 1, 2023
Clark finds clarity playing under Duffy once again

Clark finds clarity playing under Duffy once again

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
January 31, 2023
Senior guard Jordan King goes up for a layup in Marquette womens basketballs 64-40 win over Xavier Jan. 25 at the Al McGuire Center.

Jordan King moves up the all-time scoring list in 64-40 win over Xavier

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
January 25, 2023
Marquette womens basketball celebrates during its 80-61 win over Seton Hall Jan. 22.

Women’s basketball moves back to .500 in conference play with win over Seton Hall

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
January 22, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Baseline: Jones kicks it into high gear in second half in win over No. 22 Providence

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
January 18, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Extended runs cost Marquette game at Creighton

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
January 8, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Golden Eagles drops first game of road trip to Huskies

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
January 1, 2023
Senior guard Jordan King driving to the basket in Marquette womens basketballs game against UConn Feb. 13 2022 at the Al McGuire Center. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

PREVIEW: Women’s basketball heads to Gampel in search of breaking losing streak

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 30, 2022
Senior guard Jordan King scored a career-high 30 points in Marquette womens basketballs win over Loyola Chicago Dec. 10.

Duffy instills shooting confidence in team

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 13, 2022
Marquette womens basketball during a huddle in its season opener win against Fairleigh Dickinson Nov. 7 at the Al McGuire Center.

No. 24 Marquette suffers first loss in Big East play

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 4, 2022
Wisconsin sophomore guard Chucky Hepburn (23) finished with 19 points in the Badgers 80-77 overtime win over Marquette Dec. 3 at Fiserv Forum.

BASELINE: Wisconsin comes out on top in overtime to earns first win in Milwaukee since 2016

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 3, 2022
PREVIEW: No. 24 Marquette looks to stay undefeated in Big East play against Seton Hall

PREVIEW: No. 24 Marquette looks to stay undefeated in Big East play against Seton Hall

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
December 3, 2022
Photo courtesy of US Soccer

ALBRIGHT: Why the World Cup will be disappointing for the United States

Jack Albright, Executive Sports Editor
November 22, 2022
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