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The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

Layden Blocker dunks the ball during the first half of DePaul's game against Seton Hall at Wintrust Arena on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025. DePaul is currently on a three-game losing streak.

Live Updates: Blue Demons capsize Pirates for first Big East home win

Nick Palazzolo, Men's Basketball Beat Writer February 2, 2025

The DePaul Blue Demons are looking for their first Big East win at home since Jan 18 2023 when they defeated No. 8 Xavier. DePaul is coming into the game rather hobbled: forward David Skogman is out, forward...

DePaul women's basketball faces off against Seton Hall at Wintrust Arena on Friday, Feb. 1, 2025. The DePaul Blue Demons have won two of their last five games.

Live Updates: DePaul unsuccessful in loss against Seton Hall

Peyton Hopp, Asst. Sports Editor February 1, 2025

The DePaul Blue Demons — who are currently 6-4 against Big East opponents — plan to get back into the swing of things in today's 2 p.m. game against the Seton Hall Pirates at Wintrust Arena. The Blue...

DePaul women’s tennis players huddle before their doubles matches against UIC at XS Tennis Village on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. “I think if we show up with a good attitude, good energy … then we’ll keep getting better and have the most chance for success,” head coach Marisa Arce said.

DePaul women’s tennis team emphasizes team unity and growth after home opener win

Ethan Baca, Contributing Writer January 30, 2025

At professional tennis matches, audience members often hold their applause and cheers as they watch players grunt, scamper and hit lengthy rallies. Fans at DePaul women’s tennis home opener on Saturday,...

DePaul fans cheer during the first half on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. The game was nearly sold out.

Live Updates: DePaul falls to Bueckers, UConn in front of record-breaking crowd

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Beat Writer January 29, 2025

A record-setting crowd is expected to be in attendance when DePaul hosts sixth-ranked UConn on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at Wintrust Arena. The Blue Demons have won two in a row getting to 11-11 on the season....

Fans cheer on the men's basketball team as they play against Creighton on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. The men's team lost to Creighton 73-49.

Peyton’s Power Hour: Is it time to be a loud and proud DePaul basketball fan?

Peyton Hopp, Asst. Sports Editor January 27, 2025

Imagine that before your senior year of college, the men’s basketball team has only won 15% (nine of 60) of their conference games in your college career. That’s me. I’m that senior. I started college...

Shakara McCline catches a pass as Xavier's Petra Oborilova guards during the first half of their game on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. The score was 9-7, with Xavier winning, after the first media timeout.

Live Updates: DePaul women’s basketball ends skid with win against Xavier

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Beat Writer January 22, 2025

DePaul returns to Wintrust Arena Wednesday, Jan. 22, looking to end a two-game losing streak from Big East foes Villanova and Creighton. The Blue Demons are now in a three-way tie for fourth in the conference...

DePaul volleyball players cheer on the court on Friday, Sept. 21, 2024, at McGrath-Phillips Arena. DePaul hosted the Chicago Cup from Sept. 19-21.

A season full of firsts for DePaul volleyball: ‘You blow it all up and you start over’

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Beat Writer January 20, 2025

DePaul Blue Demons head coach Marie Zidek called her shot before her team entered conference play. Zidek was full of conviction and faith when she said her team was ‘turning the corner.’ Her intuition...

Jorie Allen puts up a shot while Olivia Olsen tries to block on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, at Wintrust Arena during the second half of the game. Allen has averaged 17.6 points per game against Big East opponents this season.

Live Updates: DePaul women’s basketball earns a win against Providence

Peyton Hopp, Asst. Sports Editor January 12, 2025

The DePaul Blue Demons vs. the Providence Friars tips off at 2 p.m. at Wintrust Arena. The Blue Demons have a two game winning streak and they’re currently 8-9 (3-1 against Big East opponents). The Friars...

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, 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 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,...

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