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The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

Caleb Murphy prepares for a game against Long Beach State, November 11, 2023, at Wintrust Arena. Murphy played eight games this season before sustaining a season-ending wrist injury.

Murphy out for remainder of season, expected to pursue medical redshirt

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter February 4, 2024

DePaul Athletics announced Friday afternoon that senior guard Caleb Murphy will be sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a wrist injury.  Having played in only eight games this season, with...

Head coach Tony Stubblefield surveys the court during his teams loss to Creighton on senior day, March 4, 2023, at Wintrust Arena, in Chicago, Ill.

Stubblefield out as men’s basketball coach, search for replacement underway

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter January 28, 2024

In a whirlwind of developments for DePaul Athletics in the past week, Vice President and Athletic Director DeWayne Peevy took center stage by announcing the dismissal of Tony Stubblefield from his position...

FILE— Head coach Tony Stubblefield hangs his head after the team suffered a 90-76 loss to UConn on Jan. 31, 2023, at Wintrust Arena, in Chicago, Ill.

BREAKING: Tony Stubblefield out as DePaul men’s basketball head coach

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter January 22, 2024

The Tony Stubblefield era is officially over in Chicago. On Monday morning, DePaul Athletics announced Stubblefield was relieved of his duties as head coach of the men’s basketball program after a...

DePaul sophomore Elijah Fisher goes up for a layup Wednesday, Jan. 17 against Providence, at Wintrust Arena. Fisher finished with 19 points.

Men’s basketball’s defensive struggles continue with another blowout loss at home

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter January 21, 2024

DePaul’s men’s basketball struggles continue as they suffer another blowout loss to a Big East opponent, this time to Providence Jan. 17, 100-62. Concerns arise about the team’s defensive efforts...

Connor Koy, DePaul sophomore, sinks a halfcourt shot at the DePaul Mens Basketball game against Creighton on Jan. 9, at Wintrust Arena.

Moneyball: DePaul student makes $10,000 half-court shot

Santiago Dávila, Contributing Writer January 21, 2024

DePaul men’s basketball may have walked away with a tough loss to Creighton Jan. 9, but loyal DePaul basketball fan Connor Koy had much to celebrate after draining a half-court shot worth $10,000 during...

Senior forward DaSean Nelson drives to the rim in DePauls loss to Creighton Jan. 9, at Wintrust Arena. Nelson finished with 12 points.

COLUMN – Lack of progression under Stubblefield: Is it time for a coaching change?

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter January 15, 2024

Over the past two decades, DePaul men's basketball has faced challenges in staying relevant while maintaining some competitiveness. However, this season presents a different narrative, as the team sits...

DePaul players Elijah Fisher, DaSean Nelson, Jeremiah Oden and Caleb Murphy huddle during a game against South Dakota, Nov. 14, at Wintrust Arena.

DePaul’s early season struggles continue after losses to Northern Illinois and Iowa State

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter December 4, 2023

Wintrust Arena fell under the control of Iowa State's fan base, resonating with "Cyclones" chants even during pre-game warm-ups, completely erasing any home-court advantage for DePaul. The majority of...

DePaul forward Jeremiah Oden drives to the baseline in DePauls matchup against South Dakota Wednesday, November 14, at Wintrust Arena.

DePaul notches first victory of the season, defeats South Dakota 72-60

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter November 15, 2023

DePaul secured its first victory of the season with a decisive 72-60 win against South Dakota Tuesday night at Wintrust Arena. Leading the charge was senior Jeremiah Oden, who scored a season-high 16 points,...

DePauls starting five huddle before their home opener against Purdue Fort Wayne on November 7, 2023 at Wintrust Arena.

DePaul faces first 0-2 start in 17 years after losses to Purdue Fort Wayne and Long Beach State

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter November 13, 2023

Despite a strong second-half resurgence by DePaul, it wasn't enough to erase a 22-point deficit from the first half as the team suffered a 77-73 loss to Long Beach State on Saturday night. This marks DePaul's...

Sophomore guard Elijah Fisher drives to the basket in a exhibition game against North Park Thursday, November 2 at Wintrust Arena.

Five-star recruit Elijah Fisher aims to bring Blue Demons back to former glory

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter November 5, 2023

Confidence isn’t something DePaul’s newest transfer recruit Elijah Fishers lacks, in fact, he embraces it. Not only is he prepared to play in what many view as the toughest conference in college basketball,...

Kenwood Academy (IL) standout Chris Riddle dribbles a basketball during a DePaul photoshoot he posted on his Instagram Oct. 15.

DePaul basketball lands Chicago native Chris Riddle

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter October 24, 2023

Chicago native Chris Riddle made it official Monday night Oct. 23, by announcing his commitment to the Blue Demons via Instagram livestream with Travis Branham of 247 Sports. He favored DePaul over other...

Brock Ash, senior and captain of the DePaul club hockey team, awaits play at a Sept. 29 home game in Chicago versus Davenport.  Ash has played an important role in securing the team’s first regional qualification in nearly 15 years.

Stepping up: Brock Ash’s unwavering leadership in DePaul hockey

Miranda Battaglia, Contributing Writer October 22, 2023

DePaul club hockey captain Brock Ash played a pivotal role in the team’s first regional qualification since 2009. A seventh-year law student who is also a left winger and captain, led his team to the...

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