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sports1 year ago

"Creighton's Greg McDermott Secures Long-Term Contract Extension"

Creighton basketball coach Greg McDermott has agreed to a new long-term contract extension that could keep him with the Bluejays for the remainder of his career, making him one of the 20 highest-paid college basketball coaches. The extension comes after Creighton’s recent victory over then-No. 1 UConn and amidst speculation about McDermott's future. The coach expressed his gratitude and commitment to the program, while the athletic director praised his leadership and impact. Negotiations for the extension began in mid-February, with McDermott seeking a raise and a stronger commitment to athletics from the university.

sports1 year ago

"Creighton's Seniors Lead Victory Over Marquette in Major Big East Win"

No. 12 Creighton basketball celebrated Senior Day with an 89-75 win over No. 5 Marquette, led by the historic Big Three of Baylor Scheierman, Ryan Kalkbrenner, and Trey Alexander. The victory showcased their ability to close games and set the stage for a potential rubber match in the Big East Tournament, making it a must-watch event.

sports1 year ago

"Upset Alert: No. 15 Creighton Stuns No. 1 UConn with 85-66 Victory"

Creighton basketball makes history with their first-ever win over the country's top-ranked team, No. 1 UConn, in an 85-66 upset. Steven Ashworth's game-high 20 points and a fiery offensive stretch propelled the Jays to victory, marking the most points UConn has allowed all season. The win was a momentous occasion for Creighton, as they celebrated a historic night in Omaha and solidified their place at the pinnacle of the basketball world, with another Big East showdown against St. John's on the horizon.

sports1 year ago

"UConn's Geno Auriemma Climbs All-Time Wins List with Victory over Creighton"

Creighton basketball is gearing up to face No. 1 UConn in a highly anticipated rematch, with coach Greg McDermott acknowledging the significance of the game and the opportunity it presents. Despite never having beaten a top-ranked team, the team is eager to make history and elevate the program's standing. The upcoming game is expected to be a tough battle, as UConn has been on a 14-game winning streak and has shown significant improvement since their last encounter with Creighton.

sports2 years ago

Creighton basketball stunned by short-handed Villanova in overtime upset

Creighton basketball suffers a disappointing 68-66 overtime loss to Villanova, missing an opportunity to establish themselves as contenders in the Big East. Despite being up 10 at halftime and facing a short-handed Villanova team, Creighton's shooting struggles continue to plague them, going cold from the field and behind the three-point line. The team's lack of athleticism and attention to detail are also highlighted as contributing factors to their loss. The Doug McDermott jersey retirement ceremony was a bright spot in an otherwise frustrating night for the Jays.

sports2 years ago

No. 8 Creighton basketball falls to UNLV in upset defeat

No. 8 Creighton basketball suffered a 79-64 upset loss to UNLV, struggling with their shooting and being dominated in the paint. Creighton's offense was out of sync, with key players Steven Ashworth, Trey Alexander, and Baylor Scheierman struggling to find their rhythm. UNLV's Kalib Boone had a standout performance, scoring a season-high 25 points and effectively impacting Creighton's defense. Despite a late push, Creighton couldn't catch up to UNLV, who had an answer for everything the Bluejays threw at them. Creighton now looks ahead to their upcoming game against Alabama and must quickly regroup.

sports2 years ago

Steven Ashworth joins Creighton basketball team as transfer guard.

Creighton basketball has signed Utah State transfer Steven Ashworth, who averaged 16.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists while shooting 43.4% from 3-point range last season. Ashworth chose Creighton over BYU, Washington, Oklahoma State, and others. His commitment comes after Ryan Nembhard's departure and gives the Bluejays a quick response. Ashworth visited Omaha last weekend and worked out with some of Creighton's players. He expects to be asked to do similar things to what he was asked of by Utah State coach Ryan Odom.