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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 fans celebrate in the stands during the women's volleyball game against the UIC Flames on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at McGrath-Phillips Arena. Fans were thrilled at DePaul's victory.

Optimism is in the air for the future of DePaul sports – from freshman to seniors

Jaime Villalpando, Contributing Writer 6:00 am

Over the last couple of years, it is an understatement to say that being a Blue Demon sports fan has been challenging.  The men’s basketball program, now with a new coach and team, has been one of...

DePaul women's cross-country huddles together before the Sean Earl Lakefront Invitational women's 6k open race on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, in Chicago. The Blue Demons finished fourth overall.

‘Blue-collar’ mentality fuels Blue Demons along the lakefront

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Beat Writer 6:00 am

Some collegiate cross-country programs bring in excellent kids, state champion high school runners and simply have to manage their talent. Other programs try to recruit those runners, but ultimately get...

The Hinske Huddle: Calm down, Bears fans

The Hinske Huddle: Calm down, Bears fans

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor 6:00 am

I had a particularly awesome Uber driver this summer. As a dedicated Chicago sports fan, he serenaded me with stories of Derrick Rose autographs and Devin Hester kick returns during the excruciatingly...

Bouck-Jagielski gets ready to bat so her outfield players can practice catching at Wish Field in Lincoln Park on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024.  After she graduated, she became an assistant coach for her alma mater until 2011.

‘Coach Liz’ is ready to help DePaul softball win again

Nick Palazzolo, Men's Basketball Beat Writer 5:59 am

In June, DePaul made a change atop its softball program, naming DePaul Hall of Famer Liz Bouck-Jagielski the new softball head coach. The hire came after a 2024 season in which DePaul went 9-39 (4-20...

Timmy Knudsen, 43rd Ward Alderman, talks during a press conference in April 2023. Knudsen formally approved DePaul's proposed basketball practice facility on Friday, Sept. 27, in an email to constituents.

After Knudsen OK, new basketball practice facility one step closer

Nick Palazzolo, Men's Basketball Beat Writer September 30, 2024

Chicago’s 43rd Ward Alderman Timmy Knudsen announced his formal support for DePaul’s new basketball practice facility in a letter to constituents Friday, Sept. 27.  The new $60 million basketball...

Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose (1) drives on Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, April 15, 2015, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Peyton’s Power Hour: Derrick Rose’s retirement

Peyton Hopp, Asst. Sports Editor September 30, 2024

There is lots of nostalgia currently felt by Chicago Bulls fans. One of the Bulls’ best players, Derrick Rose, announced his retirement on Sept. 26 after playing 16 seasons. Even though he hasn’t played...

DePaul head coach Chris Holtmann directs his players during morning practice on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, in the Sullivan Athletic Center. Holtmann was formerly a Big East Coach of the Year.

Coach Holtmann wants to connect – with you

Nick Palazzolo, Men's Basketball Beat Writer September 23, 2024

New DePaul men's basketball head coach Chris Holtmann is looking to do more than just build a winning team on the court. Holtmann and his team are looking to build meaningful, personal connections with...

DePaul volleyball players celebrate on the court on Friday, Sept. 21, 2024, at McGrath-Phillips Arena. DePaul played against the UIC Flames in the Chicago Cup.

DePaul’s recent success has team believing it’s turning the corner

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Beat Reporter September 23, 2024

DePaul volleyball’s non-conference schedule concluded with the Chicago Cup the weekend of Sept 19-21. DePaul, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (UWM), UIC and Loyola competed for bragging rights at McGrath-Phillips...

Thousands of fans gather just after sunrise to watch NBC's "Premier League Mornings Live," previewing Chelsea's match against West Ham Saturday, September 21, near the Lincoln Park Zoo. The two-day Fan Fest celebrates the Premier League's growing community in the U.S.

Lincoln Park turned soccer hub: how the Premier League captivated the neighborhood

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor September 23, 2024

The largest watch party for the world’s premier sport came to Lincoln Park this weekend. Thousands of current and prospective Premier League soccer fans descended upon the fields between The Honeycomb...

Théo Pierre-Justin goes up for a slam dunk in a DePaul men's basketball practice Monday, Sept. 16, at McGrath-Phillips Arena. The 6-foot-10-inch forward comes to Chicago after winning a gold medal with Team France in the U20 EuroBasket Championships.

DePaul men’s basketball completes roster with EuroBasket champion

Nick Palazzolo, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter September 16, 2024

DePaul men's basketball announced on Monday, Sept. 16, the addition of 6-foot-10-inch freshman Théo Pierre-Justin to the roster.  Pierre-Justin, 19, is from Coudures, France. He most recently played...

Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei’s death shines a light on domestic violence

Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei’s death shines a light on domestic violence

Peyton Hopp, Asst. Sports Editor September 16, 2024

The alleged killing of African Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei alarmed the sports world and heightened calls to address domestic violence internationally.  Police said Cheptegei, 33, was severely...

Explainer: Everything you need to know about DePaul’s partnership with Marquee

Explainer: Everything you need to know about DePaul’s partnership with Marquee

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Beat Reporter September 16, 2024

What is Marquee? Marquee Sports Network is a Chicagoland-specific sports television network that launched in 2020. The network has been home to the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Sky, Chicago Red Stars and the...

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