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Kaylynn Wright

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor

Kaylynn Wright is a junior from Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin studying journalism, and she is an Assistant Sports Editor for the 2024-2025 school year. Outside of the Wire, she enjoys reading and watching baseball, specifically the San Francisco Giants and the Boston Red Sox. She is excited to meet new people and continue to create high-quality sports content for the Wire.

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Kam Jones (Right), Zaide Lowery (Center) and Josh Clark (Left) celebrate after Marquette's 78-74 win over Maryland on Friday, Nov. 15. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Jones’ 28 points push No. 15 Marquette past Maryland 78-74

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
November 16, 2024
Stevie Mitchell (right) is guarded by Kyler VanderJagt (left) during Marquette's 70-62 win on Nov. 11, 2024.

Takeaways from Marquette’s 70-62 win vs Central Michigan

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
November 12, 2024
Senior forward David Joplin scored 19 of his 27 points in the second half in Friday's win. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Joplin’s 27 points propel Golden Eagles to 82-63 win over George Mason

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
November 8, 2024
Marquette women's soccer caps off the 2024 campaign with a record of 5-1-3.(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Women’s soccer finishes season with 3-0 road win over Seton Hall

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 31, 2024
Haertle (left) and Alberts (right) have both become anchors on Marquette's backline this season. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

How Mia Haertle and Adrianna Alberts became the backbone of the Marquette backline

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 29, 2024
Marquette women’s soccer fell 2-1 to No. 25 Xavier Sunday at Valley Fields on senior day. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette eliminated from postseason contention in 2-1 loss to No. 25 Xavier

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 27, 2024
Marquette women's soccer has not scored a goal since Oct. 6. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics).

Marquette’s playoff hopes dwindle in 3-0 loss to Villanova

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 17, 2024
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Women’s soccer falls 3-0 to UConn in eighth loss of season

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 13, 2024
The foreign trip won't be sophomore midfielder Capri Oliviero’s first time to Italy, as she has visited family an hour outside of Venice before. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette women’s soccer to embark on first ever foreign trip in March

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 9, 2024
Senior forward Tess O'Connell netted her fifth goal of the season Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette earns 1-1 draw against DePaul

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 6, 2024
Sophomore forward Emily Fix is part of the Golden Eagles' first-ever leadership council. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

How women’s soccer’s first-ever leadership council is working to improve team culture

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 26, 2024
Sophomore goalkeeper Elise Krone started her first game since Aug. 25 Sunday afternoon. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette falls 1-0 to Butler in Big East opener

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 22, 2024
Marquette women's soccer drew 1-1 with Milwaukee Sunday afternoon during the Milwaukee Cup. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Women’s soccer can’t find deciding goal in 1-1 draw with Milwaukee

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 15, 2024
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Women’s soccer drops Marquette Challenge Cup finale 2-1

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 1, 2024
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Late goal earns women’s soccer 1-1 draw against Kansas City

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
August 18, 2024
Plugged-in: Campaigns come to a close

Plugged-in: Campaigns come to a close

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
April 29, 2024
Teddy Wong was hospitalized and diagnosed with a rare brain tumor after suffering a grand mal seizure. (Photo courtesy of Shelly Wong.)

‘I won the match of my life’: Teddy Wong overcame rare brain tumor in high school

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
April 23, 2024
JOURNAL: Burnout

JOURNAL: Burnout

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
April 20, 2024
Partners Blake Roegner (left) and Tin Krstulovic (right) were moved to the No. 1 doubles spot this year. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

The doubles partnership of Roegner and Krstulovic was a successful ‘experiment’

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
April 16, 2024
Megan Duffy coached at Marquette for five years. (Marquette Wire Stock Photo.)

Plugged-in: Losses all around

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
April 8, 2024
David Joplin hit two game-sealing free throws in Marquette's 81-77 win over Colorado. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Golden Eagles perform in the clutch to beat Colorado 81-77 and move to Sweet 16

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 24, 2024
Tyler Kolek will be key for Marquette in its Round of 32 matchup against Colorado. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

STARTING 5: No. 2 Marquette returns to Round of 32 to take on No. 10 Colorado

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 24, 2024
Kam Jones scored 18 points in the second half of Marquette's 87-69 win over Western Kentucky. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette completes second half comeback to advance to Round of 32

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 22, 2024
Stevie Mitchell (left) and Zaide Lowery (right) in Marquette's win over Southern.

STARTING FIVE: No. 2 Marquette faces No. 15 Western Kentucky in NCAA First Round

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 22, 2024
Marquette men's basketball celebrates during its 91-57 win at Georgetown. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette named NCAA Tournament No. 2 seed for second straight year

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 17, 2024
Jan Jauch (right) and Jasper Schaad (left) both speak German. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Senior doubles partners connect through German language

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 5, 2024
Plugged-in: Welcome to March

Plugged-in: Welcome to March

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 4, 2024
Kam Jones led Marquette with 23 points in its loss to Creighton. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 5 Marquette, without Kolek and Ighodaro, shows fight in loss to No. 12 Creighton

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 2, 2024
Kam Jones scored 34 points in Marquette's 88-64 win over Xavier

MUBB-Xavier takeaways: Kam Jones stays hot, defense leads to offense, crucial second-chance points

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 26, 2024
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 4 Golden Eagles eight-game win-streak ends at No. 1 UConn, 81-53

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 17, 2024
Oso Ighodaro finished Marquette's win at Butler with a double-double of 17 points and 10 rebounds. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 4 Marquette up to eight straight wins after 78-72 victory at Butler

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 13, 2024
Chris Allen was the associate head coach at St. Louis University before Marquette. (Photo via @marquettewsoc on Instagram.)

Q&A with new women’s soccer head coach Chris Allen

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 13, 2024
Plugged-in: National Marquette Day Weekend

Plugged-in: National Marquette Day Weekend

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 12, 2024
Tyler Kolek leads the nation with 7.6 assists per game.

MUBB-St. John’s takeaways: Kolek is an X-factor, second half adjustments are key, Mitchell and Ross impress

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 11, 2024
Junior guard Kam Jones scored a career-high 31 points in Marquette's 91-57 win over Georgetown. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Kam Jones scores career-high 31 points in 91-57 win over Georgetown

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 3, 2024
Oso Ighodaro (left) and David Joplin (right) scored a combined 30 points in the second half of Marquette's 75-57 win over Seton Hall.

Depth shows in No. 14 Marquette’s 75-57 win over Seton Hall

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
January 27, 2024
Kam Jones' role has increased with the absence of Tyler Kolek.

Plugged-in: Men’s basketball finds its groove, women’s basketball flops

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
January 22, 2024
Tyler Kolek earned his second straight double-double with 15 points and 11 assists. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 17 Marquette beats St. John’s 73-72 in first Big East road win

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
January 20, 2024
(Graphic courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Women’s soccer announces Chris Allen as new head coach

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
January 18, 2024
Tyler Kolek (11) drives to the hoop in No. 11 Marquette's 69-62 loss to Butler. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 11 Golden Eagles continue to struggle in 69-62 defeat to Butler

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
January 11, 2024
Guards Chase Ross and Tre Norman give each other a chest-bump in No. 6 Marquette's 81-51 win over Georgetown. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 6 Marquette’s offense comes alive in 81-51 win over Georgetown

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 22, 2023
(Marquette Wire Stock Photo.)

Women’s soccer’s Elsi Twombly transfers to Kentucky for graduate year

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 19, 2023
Marquette will start a national search for a new women's soccer head coach immediately.

Women’s soccer head coach Frank Pelaez is stepping down from program

Kaylynn Wright and Jack Albright
December 17, 2023
Marquette AFA changed its name from FCA so it could get more funding. (Graphic courtesy of Marquette AFA.)

AFA helps Marquette student-athletes deepen their faith

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 12, 2023
Plugged-in: Basketball thrives home and away

Plugged-in: Basketball thrives home and away

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 11, 2023
Senior forward Oso Ighodaro finished Marquette's 78-59 win over Notre Dame with 20 points.

No. 8 Marquette routs Notre Dame 78-59 behind a strong defensive performance

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 9, 2023
Kam Jones goes for a layup in Marquette's 86-65 win over Texas Wednesday night.

BASELINE: Multiple offensive surges push No. 8 Marquette past No. 12 Texas

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 6, 2023
Students clap to the beat of "Thunderstruck" before Marquette's game against Northern Illinois.

Shaka Smart has brought many new phrases to Marquette — here is a breakdown of the big ones

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 5, 2023
Senior guard Tyler Kolek finished with 22 points in Marquette men's basketball's 78-75 loss to Purdue Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 4 Golden Eagles’ second half comeback falls short in Maui Invitational championship

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
November 22, 2023
Volleyball celebrates after winning its third consecutive Big East regular season title. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Plugged-in: Wins, wins and more wins

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
November 20, 2023
Senior guard Tyler Kolek finished with 24 points, six rebounds and four assists in No. 4 Marquette men's basketball's 71-64 win over No. 23 Illinois. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 4 Marquette defeats No. 23 Illinois behind Kolek’s strong performance

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
November 14, 2023
Chase Ross (2) scored 12 points in Marquette men's basketball's 92-70 win over Northern Illinois Monday night at FIserv Forum.

No. 5 Marquette routs Northern Illinois in season opener

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
November 6, 2023

JOURNAL: Mental Health Matters

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
November 4, 2023
Ben Gold put on 25 pounds this offseason ahead of his sophomore season. (Marquette Wire Stock Photo.

Gold’s competitive nature was forged against brothers in New Zealand

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 31, 2023
Plugged-in: New beginnings and bitter endings

Plugged-in: New beginnings and bitter endings

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 30, 2023
Junior midfielder Julia O'Neill (11) dribbles ball in Marquette women's soccer's 3-0 loss to No. 17 Xavier Thursday night. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette misses postseason for sixth consecutive year after loss to No. 17 Xavier

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 26, 2023
Marquette women's soccer has eight losses this season.

Marquette’s poor second half leads to 5-0 loss against Georgetown

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 19, 2023
Marquette women's soccer has been shut out nine times this season

Marquette gives up late goal in 1-0 loss to Providence

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 12, 2023
First-year forward Taylor Schad has a team-high two goals and one assist.

Schad pushes through prior struggles to succeed

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 10, 2023
Plugged-in: First looks and repeat results

Plugged-in: First looks and repeat results

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 9, 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
Senior forward Elsi Twombly (22) dribbles the ball Marquette's 1-0 loss to Seton Hall Oct. 5 at Valley Fields.

Women’s soccer shutout for the eighth time this season in 1-0 loss

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
October 5, 2023
Hailey Block scored her first goal in two years in Marquette's 3-1 win over Creighton Thursday night. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Block scores two goals in 3-1 win over Creighton

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 28, 2023
Molly Keiper transferred from Villanova to Marquette after the first semester of her first-year.

Keiper follows in her family’s footsteps at Marquette

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 26, 2023
Plugged-in: Big East play begins

Plugged-in: Big East play begins

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 25, 2023
Marquette has beaten DePaul five times in a row.

Marquette defeats DePaul in first game of Big East play

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 21, 2023
Taylor Schad scored her first career goal in Marquette's 2-1 win over Western Michigan.

Cook’s penalty gives Marquette first win at home

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 14, 2023
Marquette and Wisconsin's in-state rivalry dates back to the early 1900s.

Top 5 all-time Golden Eagle wins against the Badgers

Kaylynn Wright and Dakota Barnes-Rush
September 12, 2023
Marquette celebrates during its 1-0 win over crosstown-rival University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette wins at Milwaukee for the first time since 2013

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 7, 2023
Senior forward Alexa Maletis was one of five Marquette women's soccer players to play for FC Milwaukee Torrent. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Golden Eagles find familial connection in offseason

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
September 5, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette draws third game of the season against Denver

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
August 24, 2023
Marquette loses 4-0 in its season-opener against No. 18 Northwestern. (Photo courtesy of Marquette athletics.)

Marquette shut out against No. 18 Northwestern in season opener

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
August 17, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Division I tennis opportunity allows Scheetz to embrace family culture and sacrifices

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
May 2, 2023
Mike Jakubowski (second from right, black glasses) has been announcing the basketball programs since 2004.

JOURNAL: On the Mic

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
April 20, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Rodecap’s value of family goes beyond the sport of tennis

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
April 18, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Growth of confidence translates into success on the court

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 28, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Historic season comes to an end as Michigan State knocks off Marquette in Round of 32

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 19, 2023
Stevie Mitchell (4), Chase Ross (5) and Sean Jones (22) celebrate from Marquette's bench during its win over Vermont in the first round of the NCAA Tournament March 18 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

STARTING 5: Marquette takes Tom Izzo and Michigan State next in March Madness

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 18, 2023
Sophomore guard Kam Jones led Marquette with 19 points in its win in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament Friday, March 17 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette defeats 15-seed Vermont for its first NCAA Tournament win since 2013

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 17, 2023
Sophomore forward David Joplin warming up during No. 6 Marquette men's basketball's practice at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio prior to Friday afternoon's First Round matchup with Vermont in the NCAA Tournament. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

STARTING FIVE: No. 2 Marquette faces No. 15 Vermont in NCAA First Round

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 16, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette’s lack of defense leads to loss against UConn in Big East semifinals

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 5, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

PREVIEW: Marquette looks for another upset against No. 1 seed UConn in Big East semifinals

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 5, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette advances to seventh straight semifinal behind dominant defense down the stretch

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 4, 2023
First-year guard Emily La Chapell was named to the All-Big East Freshman Team March 2.

PREVIEW: Marquette faces St. John’s in quarterfinals of Big East Tournament

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
March 3, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Roegner brings ‘silent killer’ mentality in first year at Marquette

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 28, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 10 Marquette fights back against No. 19 Creighton to hold its place atop Big East

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 21, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Flickr)

WRIGHT: MLB should not implement pitch timer rule

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 21, 2023
Sophomore forward David Joplin attempts a free-throw in Marquette's win over Villanova Feb. 1 at Fiserv Forum.

Joplin’s pattern of success traces back to high school days at Brookfield Central

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 14, 2023
Junior guard Tyler Kolek heads to the basket in No. 14 Marquette men's basketball's win over Butler Feb. 4.

No. 14 Marquette pulls past Butler on National Marquette Day

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
February 4, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

No. 20 Marquette defeats Providence and pays homage to 2003 Final Four team

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
January 19, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette defeats Providence behind another career performance from King

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
January 14, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette snaps three game losing streak with win over DePaul

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
January 4, 2023
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

BASELINE: Marquette falls to Villanova despite King’s double-double

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 28, 2022
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

PREVIEW: Marquette looks for first win against Villanova at home in two years

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 27, 2022
Senior forward Chloe Marotta (52) looks to make a pass in Marquette women's basketball's win over Loyola Chicago Dec. 10.

Marquette suffers first home loss of the season against Colorado

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 21, 2022
(Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

BASELINE: Marquette defeats Butler behind strong defensive performance

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 18, 2022
Junior forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper goes up for a shot in Marquette men's basketball's win over Creighton Dec. 16 at Fiserv Forum.

Marquette takes Big East opener against Creighton

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 17, 2022
Marquette women's basketball stands prior to the national prior to one its games last season.

Strength in numbers is key for women’s basketball’s success

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 6, 2022
Marquette women's basketball head coach Megan Duffy (left) and senior guard Jordan King (23) will compete in their 100th career game at Marquette Friday afternoon at Georgetown. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

PREVIEW: No. 24 Marquette goes on the road to face Georgetown in first conference game

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
December 1, 2022
Marquette women's basketball defeated Saint Francis 83-40 Nov. 27 earning its sixth win of the season. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

Marquette displays depth of roster in victory over St. Francis

Kaylynn Wright, Assistant Sports Editor
November 27, 2022
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