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Akinjo Nabs His Fourth Big East Freshman of the Week Award, Unanimously Selected to All-Big East Freshman Team
The accolades for James Akinjo continue to grow. James collected his 4th Big East Freshman of the Week…
To Kill a Bluejay: Hoyas Revenge Tour Heads to Omaha
In typical fashion, Coach Patrick Ewing was very direct following the Hoyas’ win over Villanova, stating that “we have to build on this, it can’t be just a one-game thing”. Ewing’s team has a chance to do just that when it heads to the CHI Health Center Omaha to take on the Creighton Bluejays on Saturday afternoon.
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
Be sure to like Thompson’s Towel on Facebook for more articles about Mac and the other freshmen, as…
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.