“‘If you talk to anybody who’s been an athlete, people have really good coaching experiences and really poor coaching experiences. I want to be part of the good. I want to make an impact on the next generation.’”
Portal season: Women’s basketball
“Parkinson will need to continue to be active in the portal, as his roster will return just 13% of its scoring output from last season.”
What you need to know: Women’s basketball takes on Purdue Fort Wayne in Super 16
“With the Bulldogs having played few games on the season with four full quarters of consistent basketball, it will be crucial that the Dawgs do not come out flat to start either half of play if they want to extend their season any longer.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs take the win in their first postseason game
“In securing this victory, the Bulldogs defied the odds of their shortened seven-player roster.”
Beyond the Box Score: Butler holds on late in win over Xavier
‘“We had 11 offensive rebounds, and if we don’t get those rebounds we probably don’t win the game.”’
Butler Athletics receives $12M estate gift
“‘The fact that it’s the largest donation in [Butler Athletics’] history and it’s going to women in an era where women’s sports are really being appreciated in ways that have not before –- that speaks volumes.’”
Beyond the Box Score: Bulldogs end skid against Marquette
“With 12 seconds left on the clock, senior forward Sydney Jaynes scored the go-ahead layup for the women’s basketball team as they rallied to beat Marquette 67-65 and snap their six-game losing streak.”
Beyond the box score: Huskies hammer Bulldogs
“UConn was dominant offensively, shooting over 64% from the field and making 11 of its 19 three-point attempts.”
Beyond the Box Score: Women’s basketball loses fourth straight as season-long issues persist
“However, with a turnover margin of 28-12, proving the point by Parkinson to stand true as the Bulldogs fell 71-48 to the Pirates.”
Beyond the Box Score: Turnovers continue to haunt Dawgs as comeback attempt falls short against Creighton
‘“In order for us to get some of these wins, we’ve got to box out and take care of the ball — it can’t be one or the other.”’