Marquette Men's Basketball news

Williams Adds Dale Layer To Staff As An Assistant Coach

Sat, 03 May 2008 14:06:53 PST

First-year Marquette University head men's basketball coach Buzz Williams has filled a third position on his debut coaching staff with longtime friend and mentor Dale Layer.

Buzz Williams To Appear At Business Expo Thursday

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 13:07:58 PST

New Marquette University men's basketball coach Buzz Williams will be appearing at the Wisconsin Business & Technology Expo Thursday, May 1 from 10-11:30 a.m., courtesy of TDS Metrocom.

MU's Jerel McNeal Declares For 2008 NBA Draft

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 17:23:27 PST

Marquette University junior Jerel McNeal has declared himself eligible for the 2008 NBA Draft, he announced Friday afternoon.

Tony Benford Named To Marquette Coaching Staff

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:05:12 PST

Collegiate coaching veteran Tony Benford, considered one of the top assistant coaches in the country, has joined the men's basketball program at Marquette University, first-year head coach Buzz Williams has announced.

David "Aki" Collins Joins MU Men's Basketball Staff

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 16:56:52 PST

Marquette University head men's basketball coach Buzz Williams has announced the hiring of David "Aki" (Ah-kee) Collins as an assistant coach with the program.

Golden Eagles Thank Students At Annual Fanatics Picnic

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 17:26:08 PST

The Marquette University men's basketball program recognized the source of its tremendous student support during the season Wednesday afternoon at the annual Fanatics Picnic.

MU Lands Junior College Standout Jimmy Butler

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 08:51:38 PST

The Marquette University men's basketball program has signed junior college standout Jimmy Butler to a National Letter of Intent, head coach Buzz Williams announced.

Marquette Basketball Day Camp Spots Going Quickly

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:06:59 PST

With the 2008 summer camp circuit rapidly approaching, available spots at the Marquette Basketball Day Camp are going quickly.

MU Guard Dominic James To Return For Senior Season

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:58:08 PST

Junior guard Dominic James put to rest any questions regarding his status for the 2008-09 campaign, announcing Thursday night at the team banquet that he will return for his senior season.

Marquette Honors 2007-08 Men's Basketball Team At Banquet

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 18:30:05 PST

Marquette University recognized the accomplishments of its 2007-08 men's basketball program at the team's annual awards banquet Thursday night, held at the Alumni Memorial Union on campus.

Four Student-Athletes Honored as National Strength and Conditioning All-Americans

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:36:23 PST

The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) has awarded four Marquette University student-athletes its annual All-America Strength and Conditioning Athlete of the Year award. The award recognizes the student-athletes' dedication to strength and conditioning.

Junior Michelle Compty of women's soccer, junior Jessica Keiser of volleyball, senior Greg Sirotek from the men's tennis team and junior Wesley Matthews of the men's basketball team each were honored with this award.

Buzz Williams Named Head Men's Basketball Coach At Marquette

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 21:31:35 PST

Brent "Buzz" Williams, a highly respected recruiter and veteran of the collegiate coaching ranks, has been named the 16th head coach of the Marquette University men's basketball program, MU President Robert A. Wild, S.J. and Director of Athletics Steve Cottingham confirmed Monday night.

University Statement Regarding Head Coach Tom Crean

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 20:00:28 PST

Marquette University wishes Tom Crean, his wife Joani and the Crean family the very best as he pursues new professional opportunities. Tom and Joani have been an important part of our Marquette family for the past nine years, devoting countless hours not only to our men's basketball program but to other athletic and community endeavors as well.

Last Second Shot Lifts Stanford over Marquette, 82-81

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 20:34:40 PST

Stanford coach Trent Johnson missed an amazing game. Ejected for unsportsmanlike behavior in the first half, Johnson wasn't around to see the Cardinal defeat Marquette 82-81 in overtime Saturday night in the NCAA's South Regional on Saturday, advancing to the round of 16 for the first time since 2001.

MU To Face Stanford Saturday In NCAA Second Round

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:57:57 PST

The No. 25/24 Marquette University men's basketball team has advanced to the second round of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship for the first time since 2003 and will face No. 3 seed Stanford Saturday afternoon at the Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif.