“However, with the Dawgs approaching nearly eight years since their last tournament berth, the outlook of the program has taken a complete 180.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball hopes to end three-game skid against Creighton
“After being outclassed by Xavier by double-digit points twice in two weeks, the Bulldogs have fallen to a point of lethargy that even a nine-game losing streak to start the calendar year did not seem to have them fall to.”
Beyond the box score: Women’s basketball falls short against efficient St. John’s
Sydney Jaynes led the team with 14 points against St. John’s. Photo by Andrew Buckley. DAVID JACOBS | SPORTS CO-EDITOR | drjacobs@butler.edu The women’s basketball team went one-and-done in the Big East conference tournament at the Mohegan Sun Arena, falling 66-50 against St. John’s. Butler came out hot to start the game, leading 16-10 after…
What you need to know: women’s basketball begins tournament play against St. John’s
“Offensively, the Bulldogs will rely heavily on McGuff as usual, but somebody else will need to step up and provide a scoring spark.”
Beyond the Box Score: Bulldogs get severely outclassed by Xavier
“For now, it will be back to the drawing board for Matta and Co., seeking to make true on the promises given in the summer of 2022.”
OT: Blaming referees is a weak argument
“Fans, clubs and players resort to the victim mentality since it is easier to scapegoat the referees than to own up to a team’s mistakes.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs. Xavier
“The Musketeers are riding a five-game win streak and coming off of its most impressive win against Creighton on Saturday. Can the Dawgs play spoiler to a possible Xavier tournament appearance?”
Welcome to the Team: First-years take the field
“‘Being with my teammates is so fun and I’m excited to actually be in season to get closer with everyone.’”
OT: NCAA Tournament expansion is misguided
“‘I just don’t understand why you would want to touch something and try to affect something everyone loves. Let’s just leave it how it is.”’
Pat Neshek: Big league Bulldog
“‘Even after all the success in MLB, he hasn’t changed. He has the same sense of humor and is extremely down to earth.’”