2025-26 Basketball Preview
Letter from the Editor: Optimism isn’t a strategy — but it’s a start
With a new year of basketball ahead, we have to keep hope alive.
Back In Blue: Assistant coaches, DePaul crafted
Ashton Millender and Jessica January return to DePaul’s sideline following productive careers as student athletes.
Potbelly Milkshakes and Fast Breaks: The bond behind DePaul’s dynamic duo
The Blue Demons are banking on the leadership on the court of two key returning players who have developed a special bond off of it.
A Perfect Split for a Fresh Start: Jill Pizzotti’s first DePaul squad balances new and old
The Blue Demons look to turn the page to a new era and climb the ranks of the Big East.
‘Application pending’: A look into DePaul women’s basketball ‘charge club’
A wall of photos, friendly competition and a “charge queen” title are redefining what team grit looks like for the Blue Demons.
Benson, Blocker and Gunn: A ‘brotherhood’ with an impact
This relationship was established quickly between the three and is guiding them — and the team — into the 2025-26 season.
Returners, new additions shine in overtime exhibition win against Loyola Chicago
The game included 17 lead changes, 16 ties, 64 personal fouls and 82 attempted free throws.
Before The Buzzer: DePaul’s favorite pre-game jamz
Men’s and women’s basketball share their go-to pre-game songs.
Brick by Brick: Year two of Holtmann’s tenure at the helm of DePaul men’s basketball
With five returners and 11 new players, the Blue Demons gear up to climb the Big East.