Creighton's current coach, Greg McDermott, and former coach, Dana Altman, are set to meet in a high-stakes game as Creighton faces off against Oregon. The two coaches, who have met 14 times before, share mutual respect and admiration. With a win, Creighton could secure its third Sweet Sixteen appearance in the last four seasons. The game will determine which team moves on to the Sweet 16, facing the winner of the Texas vs. Tennessee matchup.
Creighton head coach Greg McDermott expressed disappointment at the lack of Big East teams in the NCAA tournament, stating that any team with at least a .500 record in conference play should be playing postseason basketball. Despite Creighton, UConn, and Marquette earning bids, McDermott believes the Big East was unfairly represented, with the committee favoring teams from less competitive conferences. McDermott and his team are now focused on making a deep tournament run to showcase the strength of the Big East.
Creighton University announces a long-term contract extension for men's basketball head coach Greg McDermott, recognizing his exceptional achievements and positive impact on the program. McDermott, who has led the team to 322-158 record over 14 seasons and eight NCAA tournament appearances, expresses gratitude for the ongoing confidence and looks forward to building upon the positive trajectory of the program. The university president also expresses confidence in McDermott's leadership and commitment to the success of the student-athletes both on and off the court.
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.
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.
No. 18 Creighton's offense struggled in a 62-48 loss to No. 1 UConn, with coach Greg McDermott acknowledging the need for improvement. Despite a strong defensive performance, Creighton's offensive struggles, including a 34.6% shooting percentage and 23.1% from beyond the arc, contributed to the loss. The team's top scorers also faced challenges, and the Jays will need to regroup quickly for their upcoming game against Seton Hall.
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.
Creighton men's basketball team defeated Princeton 86-75 in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament, advancing to the Elite Eight for the first time in the modern tournament era. Ryan Kalkbrenner and Baylor Scheierman led the team with 22 and 21 points, respectively. The Jays will face No. 15 San Diego State on Sunday. The victory was also coach Greg McDermott's 300th during his tenure with the Jays.
Creighton coach Greg McDermott praised Princeton for their impressive win over Arizona in the NCAA tournament and warned his team not to underestimate them in their upcoming Sweet 16 matchup. McDermott acknowledged Princeton's disciplined offense and elite cutting, and emphasized the need for his team to defend, communicate, and rebound. Despite the confidence of his players, McDermott is trying to shelter them from too much outside distraction and prepare them for the game. Creighton will face Princeton on Friday night.
