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Young Guns: Georgetown Trio at Forefront of Freshman of the Year Conversation
With roughly two-thirds of conference play behind us, the Big East season is nearing its conclusion. It's time to assess the field for the Big East Freshman of the Year award.
Desperation Mode: Georgetown’s Season on The Line Against Seton Hall
Now, with NCAA Tournament hopes rapidly fading, the Hoyas travel to the Prudential Center to take on the 5-6 Seton Hall Pirates in a pivotal Big East Conference clash. The winner will remain tied for third place with the winner of St. John’s – Butler, while the loser would tumble down the standings.
Mac McClung Named Big East Freshman of the Week
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Dreams Dashed: Missed Opportunities Doom Hoyas Against Butler
In front of a packed house at Capitol One Arena Saturday afternoon, the Georgetown Hoyas failed to secure a key-conference victory, falling to the Butler Bulldogs by a score of 73-69. Georgetown played from behind much of the contest, failing to take a lead at any point past the 11-minute mark of the first half. The Hoyas had many chances to tie the game, or even take a lead, pulling as close as two points in the final minutes, but multiple empty possessions erased all hope.
Eyes on the Prize: Hoyas Look to Keep Rolling Against Bulldogs
The Hoyas find themselves in a position to fight for a spot in the NCAA Tournament. The NCAA's algorithm has Butler ranked ahead of Georgetown, which is why it is imperative that the Hoyas take care of business at home.
Brooms Out: Improved Defense Helps Hoyas Complete Sweep of Friars
It wasn’t pretty. But a win is a win. Patrick Ewing’s squad rebounded nicely from its disappointing loss…
Relax, Jessie Govan Will Bounce Back
Jessie Govan's performance against Villanova can be summed up with one word: "Yikes". However, that's not who he is.
Super Showdown: Can the Hoyas Stun #14 Villanova?
For the first time in years (maybe decades), there is a game more important than the Super Bowl on Super Bowl Sunday. Unfortunately for the NFL, the suddenly rolling Georgetown Hoyas will take on the #14 Villanova Wildcats at the Wells Fargo Center tomorrow.
A Star is Born: McClung Carries Hoyas to Much Needed Victory
In the words of the inimitable Rich Chvotkin, “Hoyas win!” And win they did: The Hoyas won in big fashion Sunday afternoon against the Johnnies in Madison Square Garden.
Weather the Storm: Can Georgetown Get Back on Track Against Rival Johnnies?
If the Hoyas were to ever wake up and steal a big win, tomorrow would be a great day to do so, as Georgetown actually has some intangibles swaying its way.