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Before The Buzzer: DePaul’s favorite pre-game jamz

Men’s and women’s basketball share their go-to pre-game songs.
Laura Vázquez David and Peyton Hopp
October 27, 2025
Preciosa Rios

The sports editors asked the players and head coaches during the men’s and women’s basketball media days what their favorite pregame songs are. There was a wide range of answers, including artists from Rod Wave to Taylor Swift.

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About the Contributors
Laura Vázquez David
Laura Vázquez David, La DePaulia Content Managing Editor
Laura is a second-year graduate student earning her Master’s degree in sports Journalism and Latino Communication. At DePaulia, Laura writes in both English and Spanish, honoring her Boricua roots. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Laura enjoys going to the beach and listening to Bad Bunny. Contact Laura: [email protected]
Peyton Hopp
Peyton Hopp, Sports Editor
Peyton Hopp is a first year graduate student at DePaul working towards her masters in sports journalism. She completed her undergraduate degree at DePaul in sports communication and journalism. She enjoys keeping her mind busy, so you can find her watching a sports game or listening to music. Contact Peyton: [email protected]
Preciosa Rios
Preciosa Rios, Illustration Editor
Preciosa Rios is the Illustrator Editor at The DePaulia. She is also an MFA student pursuing Animation at the university. A lifelong illustrator and storyteller, Preciosa enjoys filmmaking, experimental animation and creating comics in her free time. Contact Preciosa: [email protected]