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Originally Published 1 year ago — by UM Hoops
Michigan secured a decisive 78-53 victory over Xavier, marking a significant achievement in the Dusty May era and showcasing the team's early-season progress. This win is considered Michigan's best performance of the season, highlighting their potential under May's leadership.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by UM Hoops
Michigan's basketball team, under coach Dusty May, showcased a dominant defensive performance against Xavier, winning 78-53. Despite Xavier's experienced and high-scoring offense, Michigan's defense forced 19 turnovers and held Xavier to just 20 made shots out of 58 attempts. The game, part of the Feast Week, was expected to be closely contested but ended in a decisive victory for Michigan, highlighting their defensive prowess.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Kam Jones' 30-point, nine-assist performance led Marquette to an 86-80 victory over Xavier in the regular-season finale, securing the No. 3 seeding in the upcoming Big East tournament. Despite missing key players, Jones stepped up as the primary ball-handler and scorer, with support from teammates Ben Gold and Stevie Mitchell. Marquette's head coach Shaka Smart praised Jones' playmaking, and the team looks to build on this win heading into the postseason.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Kam Jones scored a career-high 34 points for the second time in a week as Marquette defeated Xavier 88-64, marking his 22nd birthday with an impressive performance. Jones' recent success has been attributed to his aggressive mindset and present energy on the court, with coach Shaka Smart praising his focus and high standard. Marquette's defensive effort and Tyler Kolek's record-setting assists also contributed to the team's victory, as they look ahead to their remaining Big East games in the regular season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Clemson Tigers
No. 9 Clemson defeated Xavier 8-3 at Doug Kingsmore Stadium, taking a 2-0 lead in the series. Luke Hammond hit two solo homers, while the Tigers scored eight runs in the middle-three innings. Nick Clayton earned the win with five strikeouts in 3.0 innings pitched, and the series concludes Sunday at 1 p.m. on ACC Network Extra.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TigerNet
Clemson University's baseball team is set to open its 127th season with a three-game home series against Xavier this weekend. The team's head coach, Erik Bakich, has announced the weekend rotation, with Tristan Smith starting on Saturday. The Tigers are ranked No. 9 in the nation and are looking to build on their successful 2023 season, while Xavier is coming off a strong 2023 campaign as well. The series is highly anticipated, and Clemson has 15 of its first 17 games at home.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
St. John's falls to Xavier 88-77 despite a late rally, as defensive and rebounding struggles plague the team. Daniss Jenkins and Joel Soriano put up strong performances, but the team's overall effort falls short. Coach Rick Pitino acknowledges the team's need for improvement and a stronger defensive performance.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Omaha World-Herald
Baylor Scheierman's 20 points and emotional play helped No. 17 Creighton rally past Xavier with an 85-78 win, as Trey Alexander also contributed with 27 points, nine rebounds, and four assists. Despite a tough first half, Scheierman's game-defining triples and defensive efforts stifled Xavier's Desmond Claude, while Creighton's resilience and resolve ultimately secured the victory in another close Big East battle.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
St. John's defeats Xavier 81-66 in the Big East Conference opener, with Joel Soriano leading the Red Storm with 18 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, and six blocks. Desmond Claude scores 21 points and grabs 12 rebounds for Xavier.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
St. John's showcased an impressive defensive performance in their Big East opener, defeating Xavier 81-66. After a disappointing loss to Boston College, the team has made significant improvements on the defensive end. They held Xavier to a low shooting percentage, limited their star players' scoring, and implemented an effective zone defense. New starter Nahiem Alleyne provided a spark, while Joel Soriano dominated the frontcourt with 18 points, 14 rebounds, six blocks, and five assists. St. John's led wire-to-wire and never had to worry after building a 15-point lead. The team's newfound defensive prowess has given them confidence heading into future games.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Banners On The Parkway
Xavier and St. John's face off in a crucial college basketball game as both teams look to improve their non-conference resumes. Xavier needs to survive the tough Big East conference to boost their chances of making the NCAA tournament, while St. John's aims to secure a significant win. The game will feature a matchup between Xavier's dominant offensive rebounding and St. John's ability to force turnovers. The Muskies will rely on their frontcourt depth and ball security to counter St. John's pressure defense and veteran experience.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
St. John's basketball team, led by coach Rick Pitino, enters the Big East season with uncertainty and a lack of chemistry. Despite a strong win against Utah, the team has struggled against power-conference opponents and is still searching for consistency. The upcoming game against Xavier will provide a better understanding of the team's capabilities. St. John's defense has been a source of frustration and needs improvement for a chance at an NCAA Tournament berth. Talented transfer RJ Luis remains sidelined with shin splints.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Tonight
In an exclusive sneak peek of Monday's episode of 'The Bachelorette', contestant Xavier shocks Charity as he confesses to cheating on his past girlfriend during their date in Fiji, just before the Fantasy Suites. Charity, who has been vocal about being cheated on in the past, is stunned by the revelation. With only three suitors remaining, the drama is expected to intensify in the upcoming episodes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by OregonLive
Oregon baseball team wins the Nashville Regional final against Xavier with a score of 11-2, advancing to the NCAA super regional for the first time since 2012. Freshman Grayson Grinsell struck out seven over 4.0 scoreless innings, while Drew Cowley had four RBIs and Rikuu Nishida went 3 for 5 with a bases-clearing double. Oregon will face Oral Roberts in the super regional next weekend.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Tennessean
Vanderbilt baseball faces elimination from the NCAA Tournament against Xavier in the Nashville Regional elimination game. The Commodores must win three more games in two days to advance to super regionals. The game will be at 2 p.m. CT on ESPNU.