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The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

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DePaul guard, Shakara McCline, attempts a shot against Marquette on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2024, at Wintrust Arena. McCline scored four points in the 59-78 loss.

DePaul women’s basketball suffers a loss against Marquette

Peyton Hopp, Asst. Sports Editor December 29, 2024

The DePaul women’s basketball team faced off against the Marquette Golden Eagles and were defeated 59-78. Marquette came into this game with a 8-3 record and they had not played a Big East opponent yet.  The...

DePaul guard, Jacob Meyer, dribbles the ball against Providence on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, at Wintrust Arena. Meyer scored 12 points in the 70-63 loss.

DePaul basketball’s transformation: Chris Holtmann sparks early turnaround

Nick Palazzolo, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter December 29, 2024

Year one under DePaul’s new men's basketball head coach Chris Holtmann has been about building up the program's foundation and getting DePaul back to relevance.  Through 13 games, Holtmann has gotten...

DePaul guard, Sumer Lee, jumps for a layup against Butler on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at Wintrust Arena. The Blue Demons next game is on Sunday, Dec. 29 against Marquette.

DePaul women’s basketball secures a win against Butler in Big East opener

Peyton Hopp, Asst. Sports Editor December 22, 2024

The DePaul women’s basketball team kicked off their Big East play with an impressive 66-43 win against Butler on Dec. 21. This is the third game this season where DePaul has beaten a team by 20 points...

Jorie Allen jumps for a layup during her game against the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, at Wintrust Arena. Allen surpassed 1,000 career points, with a total of 21 points in the game.

DePaul women’s basketball enters Big East play trying to find their shot

Peyton Hopp, Asst. Sports Editor December 18, 2024

The DePaul women’s basketball team has had a lot of adjusting to do this season. They are juggling a fairly new team, a hard schedule and their head coach, Doug Bruno, is out due to an undisclosed medical...

DePaul guard, CJ Gunn, shoots the ball against Providence on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, at Wintrust Arena. Gunn scored two points and two rebounds in the 70-63 loss.

DePaul falls to Providence in overtime in Big East opener

Nick Palazzolo, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter December 12, 2024

The DePaul Blue Demons dropped their Big East opening game versus the Providence Friars 70-63 in overtime after 10 different lead changes in the contest.  DePaul led by three at halftime but it was...

A mockup of the proposed basketball practice facility to be housed on the Lincoln Park Campus, projected to begin construction in summer 2025 and be completed by fall 2026. Provided by DePaul University.

DePaul receives $2.5 million donation for new basketball facility

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer November 11, 2024

DePaul University announced that they have received a $2.5 million donation dedicated to the new basketball practice facility.  Jennifer Steans and James Kastenholz are coming forth with the donation...

Chris Holtmann coaches from the sidelines during a preseason game for the men's basketball team on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, at Wintrust Arena.

Chis Holtmann wants to buy you food — here’s how

Nick Palazzolo, Men's Basketball Beat Writer November 4, 2024

DePaul students have a new reason to show up and cheer at Wintrust Arena this season.  Chris Holtmann and DePaul men’s basketball team will be providing students with a free breakfast or lunch after...

Jorie Allen looks to the hoop to shoot on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, against Winona State. Allen is headed into her fifth season as a Blue Demon.

Photo Gallery: DePaul women’s basketball starts their season off strong

Jaydi Vasquez, Photographer November 4, 2024

DePaul women's basketball played against Winona State on Oct. 28 at Wintrust Arena. The Blue Demons beat the Wazoos 73-58. The star player was Jorie Allen, who scored 25 points and made 71.4% of her field...

Jorie Allen fends off an opponent, beginning her fifth season with the Blue Demons, on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at McGrath Philips Arena. DePaul defeated Lewis 83-41.

Rediscovering her passion: Jorie Allen’s journey back to DePaul

Peyton Hopp, Asst. Sports Editor November 4, 2024

Jorie Allen’s dad, Jeff, played for DePaul basketball from 1981 through 1983, and her mom, Linda, grew up south of Chicago in Harvey. Allen’s dad didn’t want to pressure Allen into going to DePaul,...

Jorie Allen looks to the hoop to shoot on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, against Winona State. Allen is headed into her fifth season as a Blue Demon.

Embracing the challenge and taking advantage of the opportunity: DePaul women’s basketball preview

Nathan Klepp and Peyton Hopp November 4, 2024

DePaul women’s basketball enters the 2024 campaign off the heels of another losing season, something head coach Doug Bruno is not used to. He also is not used to taking a day off, which, according to...

Assistant coach, Jack Owens, gives commands from the sidelines in DePaul's sole exhibition game against Illinois Wesleyan University on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, at Wintrust Arena. Owens joins the Blue Demons after a stint in Ohio State, coaching along Chris Holtmann.

Coaching overload? How DePaul’s experienced staff is shaping the new-look Demons

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor November 4, 2024

We have all heard the phrase “too many cooks in the kitchen.” DePaul men’s basketball practice on Monday, Oct. 7, sounded like the kitchen. As the still-freshly-assembled Blue Demon players scrambled...

DePaul forward, Troy D'Amico, slam dunks during the DePaul men's basketball exhibition game against Illinois Wesleyan University on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, at Wintrust Arena. D'Amico scored nine points and collected one block in the 76-60 victory.

Photo Gallery: DePaul men’s basketball starts their season

Jaydi Vasquez, Photographer November 4, 2024

DePaul men's basketball opened their season with an exhibition match against Illinois Wesleyan University on Sunday, Oct. 27. The Blue Demons beat the Titans 76-60. Transfer sophomore guards Layden Blocker...

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