“Black athletes throughout history have dealt with racism and situations of having to play in front of fans that do not respect the color of their skin or do not like how an athlete portrays themself.”
Doering: Jordan Tucker? Check him off your list, Coach
Every new head coach has a checklist of things to accomplish. After bringing in former top-100 prospect Jordan Tucker, first year head coach LaVall Jordan can check one off his list.
Jordan Tucker transfers to Butler: Social media rundown
Monday was a big day for Butler as the team landed its highest-ranked transfer in program history in Jordan Tucker, who is leaving Duke University to join the Bulldogs. Fans know how big of a deal this is, and it showed on Twitter this afternoon.
BASKETBALL ISSUE | Hopkins, Jukes share similarities
by Lexi Tanton Chrishawn Hopkins, sophomore guard for Butler basketball team has been able to come through for the team in crucial moments. In this way, he’s not unlike former player Avery Jukes, who was also able to help the team in some important moments. Both of these players have come off the bench willing…
Despite loss, Butler leaves its mark
It was there for the taking. And the crowd of 7,500 inside Hinkle Fieldhouse, the fans who did not migrate south to Houston, knew it. Junior guard Shelvin Mack drained a 3-pointer to beat the halftime buzzer and sent the Bulldogs into the locker room up, 22-19. The Butler faithful cheered wildly, recognizing that their…
Newsday: Butler still on script
By Greg Logan, Newsday NEW ORLEANS–Has there ever been a more magical run to the NCAA national championship game than the one Butler made last season when it went home to Indiana for the Final Four? Gordon Hayward’s half-court shot at the buzzer seemed destined to beat Duke until it caromed off glass and the…
Duke outspent Butler by almost $9.5 million for 2010 men’s basketball
Curious how the rest of the Sweet 16-bound schools compare? Click and drag the chart below to see how your favorite team compares! [photonav url=’http://thebutlercollegian.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Basketball-Spending-Highlighted.jpg’ mode=’drag’ popup=’colorbox’ animate=” container_width=’590′ container_height=’450′]