Anybody going? I hope CC is ok handling the translations. I am not holding my breath for streaming.
No idea what the spreads are for the games, but it isn't a win if MU doesn't Van cover.
Quote from: tower912 on July 28, 2026, 06:50:18 PMAnybody going? I hope CC is ok handling the translations. I am not holding my breath for streaming.
No idea what the spreads are for the games, but it isn't a win if MU doesn't Van cover.
You should be holding your breath for the wildfire smoke.
Quote from: Juan Anderson's Mixtape on July 28, 2026, 07:12:25 PMYou should be holding your breath for the wildfire smoke.
Not me. Feels like home.
When's the first game
Tomorrow
Quote from: Juan Anderson's Mixtape on July 28, 2026, 07:12:25 PMYou should be holding your breath for the wildfire smoke.
Was just in Vancouver a couple of weeks ago. The Wildfires are east of there by more than 1,000 miles.
Quote from: tower912 on July 28, 2026, 07:15:14 PMNot me. Feels like home.
I would hit Chambar and Miku if you have the time.
Muggsy, I was talking about the smoke.
Don't get worried about the scores. A made shot up there is only .70 of a one in the US
Quote from: tower912 on July 28, 2026, 08:45:29 PMMuggsy, I was talking about the smoke.
Brother Dgies mentioned the truth about the smoke there.
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on July 28, 2026, 08:47:54 PMDon't get worried about the scores. A made shot up there is only .70 of a one in the US
People are gonna go loonie about the scores.
Actually I could care less about the scores since these games don't really matter. Let our core group get their 20 minutes but I hope Shaka let's the new comers get a lot playing time in these games to get at least a taste of real game competition as opposed to just practice.
Are folks up there already giving Marquette a grade of Eh?
Quote from: MU82 on July 29, 2026, 12:51:51 AMAre folks up there already giving Marquette a grade of Eh?
Being scoop, (m)eh
5pm CT today! Yuuuurnt
Just need to know when 18 is deployed
I remember one of the other times they went outside the US, they streamed the games. Any chance that's happening again? did i miss a link anywhere?
Thanks
Quote from: Johnny B on July 28, 2026, 07:19:31 PMWhen's the first game
Wednesday, July 29 | 5 p.m. CT | Calgary
Thursday, July 30 | 9 p.m. CT | Trinity Western
Saturday, August 1 | 4 p.m. CT | Fraser Valley
Calgary is evil and must be destroyed.
Quote from: MU gimp ONE on July 29, 2026, 07:28:24 AMI remember one of the other times they went outside the US, they streamed the games. Any chance that's happening again? did i miss a link anywhere?
Thanks
I'm not familiar with HUDL so I'm not 100% certain this will work, but I found this:
Langley Christian School (https://fan.hudl.com/can/bc/langley-city/organization/152554/langley-christian-sc-high-school/schedule?date=2026-07-26T05%3A00%3A00.000Z&range=Week&s=U2NoZWR1bGVFbnRyeVB1YmxpY1N1bW1hcnk2YTMxODdmYzA4MmY5ZTQ1Y2E5ZTA5Yzg%3D)
Here is what other D1 teams have done against these schools MUBB is playing:
Calgary
Loss 48-79 to Purdue
Trinity Western
Loss 66-82 to Purdue
Fraser Valley
Loss 87-113 to Washington State (100 combined free throws)
I know its early metrics and does not mean much but Purdue is #28 and MUBB is #29 on Torvik. So one would surmise MUBB wins all 3 games pretty easily.
Crush Calgary with tremendous force and 0.0 mercy.
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 29, 2026, 07:07:59 AM5pm CT today! Yuuuurnt
Just need to know when 18 is deployed
He's starting.
Quote from: wombataholic on July 29, 2026, 08:04:13 AMI'm not familiar with HUDL so I'm not 100% certain this will work, but I found this:
Langley Christian School (https://fan.hudl.com/can/bc/langley-city/organization/152554/langley-christian-sc-high-school/schedule?date=2026-07-26T05%3A00%3A00.000Z&range=Week&s=U2NoZWR1bGVFbnRyeVB1YmxpY1N1bW1hcnk2YTMxODdmYzA4MmY5ZTQ1Y2E5ZTA5Yzg%3D)
"Marquette University vs. University of Calgary Coed Varsity Basketball"
Coed?
https://godinos.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster
Quote from: lostpassword on July 29, 2026, 11:12:06 AM"Marquette University vs. University of Calgary Coed Varsity Basketball"
Coed?
Fouling could be a lot of fun.
Sweep the games and hopefully the Spirit Shop will offer a banner with a shredded Mapleleaf on it.
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 29, 2026, 07:07:59 AMJust need to know when 18 is deployed
(https://media1.tenor.com/m/g-CplpGTVR4AAAAd/thats-your-whole-shtick-mike-critch-jr.gif)
Quote from: wadesworld on July 29, 2026, 10:54:53 AMHe's starting.
Not only starting, but playing 1 on 5 the entire trip while the rest of the team just watches and learns.
Who goes to these Canadian schools ? The fact any of these teams keep it within 30 against a team like MU or Purdue is wild
Quote from: Johnny B on July 29, 2026, 12:45:21 PMWho goes to these Canadian schools ? The fact any of these teams keep it within 30 against a team like MU or Purdue is wild
Students. Athletes. Canadian basketball players. Proud competitors. Sure, it may be like playing against DII/DIII squads. So? An opportunity for team building on and off the floor.
I'm happy they made the trip just
Curious of the talent gap
Quote from: Johnny B on July 29, 2026, 01:30:05 PMI'm happy they made the trip just
Curious of the talent gap
Yep. That's what Willie keeps reminding us about. The gap is always widening.
The Purdue game vs Calgary was streamed on Canada West TV. Currently, there are no scheduled games on Canada West for MUBB vs Calgary
Additionally - looks like they yanked the stream down on hudl- https://fan.hudl.com/can/bc/langley-city/organization/152554/langley-christian-sc-high-school/watch?b=QnJvYWRjYXN0NDA4NDE1OQ%3D%3D
Shaka and staff must be reading scoop and had them yank it. ;)
Time will tell if hudl puts another stream back up.
Quote from: Scoop Snoop on July 29, 2026, 02:28:51 PMYep. That's what Willie keeps reminding us about. The gap is always widening.
Absolutely. Glad to see you are coming around.
#mubb posted a live stats link. It's no Thomas Bilde, but I may follow along there if there's no video.
Marquette is so painfully bad at this. Which is nuts after how well they managed the 2015 tour. It's definitely a choice to not want to engage the most invested fans after arguably the worst season in 60 years.
^^^ Someone is pissed.
(Although I agree - it's borderline batsh1t crazy for them to not stream it). I hope someone* streams it.. but that will also make MU look worse.
oh well.
Prediction: Josh double-digit scoring with a buncha rebounds (8?)
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 29, 2026, 04:12:56 PM#mubb posted a live stats link. It's no Thomas Bilde, but I may follow along there if there's no video.
https://godinos.com/sidearmstats/mbball/summary
Quote from: MUbiz on July 29, 2026, 03:18:25 PMThe Purdue game vs Calgary was streamed on Canada West TV. Currently, there are no scheduled games on Canada West for MUBB vs Calgary
Additionally - looks like they yanked the stream down on hudl- https://fan.hudl.com/can/bc/langley-city/organization/152554/langley-christian-sc-high-school/watch?b=QnJvYWRjYXN0NDA4NDE1OQ%3D%3D
Shaka and staff must be reading scoop and had them yank it. ;)
Time will tell if hudl puts another stream back up.
If you type Langley Christian School in the search at upper right it reappears though you might have to scroll dow a bit. Whether that works, who knows?
It appears we have a starting lineup of NJ, Stevens, Royce, Fru and... Minessale! #mubb
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 04:34:32 PMMarquette is so painfully bad at this. Which is nuts after how well they managed the 2015 tour. It's definitely a choice to not want to engage the most invested fans after arguably the worst season in 60 years.
It would certainly be fun to be able to watch the games.
I also think it's no more than a minor annoyance that they're not streaming.
Quote from: Nukem2 on July 29, 2026, 04:40:13 PMIf you type Langley Christian School in the search at upper right it reappears though you might have to scroll dow a bit. Whether that works, who knows?
Yeah, I am refreshing browser - it appears they are not going to stream it. Even the Calgary website shows Cincinnati vs Calgary on Flosports next week but shows just live stats for Marquette.
Meanwhile Purude is streaming yet another game.
Quote from: MUbiz on July 29, 2026, 04:46:26 PMMeanwhile Purude is streaming yet another game.
That is PuRUDE of them!
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 29, 2026, 04:37:23 PM^^^ Someone is pissed.
(Although I agree - it's borderline batsh1t crazy for them to not stream it). I hope someone* streams it.. but that will also make MU look worse.
oh well.
Prediction: Josh double-digit scoring with a buncha rebounds (8?)
Not pissed, just exhausted with all of it. I can't imagine another high major program doing so much to do less fan service.
They cut events, cheap out on amenities, produce the worst possible coach's radio show, cut fan giveaways, restrict access to fans and media, and expect some sort of abject loyalty while jacking prices amongst all this.
And when you have the first 20* loss season since 1964, the choice is to shut fans out even further? Do they even want their fans to support the program? They sure aren't doing anything to indicate they are.
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 04:54:37 PMNot pissed, just exhausted with all of it. I can't imagine another high major program doing so much to do less fan service.
They cut events, cheap out on amenities, produce the worst possible coach's radio show, cut fan giveaways, restrict access to fans and media, and expect some sort of abject loyalty while jacking prices amongst all this.
And when you have the first 20* loss season since 1964, the choice is to shut fans out even further? Do they even want their fans to support the program? They sure aren't doing anything to indicate they are.
With this fan base? I don't blame them
Who knew hot dogs would ultimately lead to the downfall of the Marquette men's basketball program...
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on July 29, 2026, 04:43:51 PMIt would certainly be fun to be able to watch the games.
I also think it's no more than a minor annoyance that they're not streaming.
They weren't even going to be the ones streaming it. The only reason it would be taken down is because Marquette so desperately doesn't want anyone to see it that they forced the Canadian school to cancel their stream. It's just so damned petty.
Adrien Stevens with the first bucket of the Tim Hortons challenge
MU — 5 steals in 3 minutes.
MPII first off the bench. In 4 Nolan
18 has arrived at the 5:37 minute mark (10 min quarters)!!!!!
#RegularRotationGuy
MU hockey line change at the 5:37 mark up 15-6
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 05:04:05 PMThey weren't even going to be the ones streaming it. The only reason it would be taken down is because Marquette so desperately doesn't want anyone to see it that they forced the Canadian school to cancel their stream. It's just so damned petty.
I share your pissed-off-ness, brew. It's really dopey and counterproductive on our alma mater's part.
Was very excited to watch tonight when I found out there was a stream. Didn't get my hopes up though since I figured they would find a way to stop it since they seemed very desperate to not have it streamed for some reason. Oh well.
End of 1Q: MU up 28-11. Parham with 8 pts and Fru stuffing the stat sheet.
Calgary has a player with 9 from behind the arc.
Calgary calls timeout three mins into the 2Q: 36-15
James with 5 assists and Fru with 5 boards.
MU 22 points off turnovers and 26 in the paint
Quote from: Badgerhater on July 29, 2026, 05:28:51 PMEnd of 1Q: MU up 28-11. Parham with 8 pts and Fru stuffing the stat sheet.
Calgary has a player with 9 from behind the arc.
Perimeter defense a disaster
Fru and Owens both in for a short time and Owen's picks up a couple of points, a board and two assists.
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 04:54:37 PMNot pissed, just exhausted with all of it. I can't imagine another high major program doing so much to do less fan service.
They cut events, cheap out on amenities, produce the worst possible coach's radio show, cut fan giveaways, restrict access to fans and media, and expect some sort of abject loyalty while jacking prices amongst all this.
And when you have the first 20* loss season since 1964, the choice is to shut fans out even further? Do they even want their fans to support the program? They sure aren't doing anything to indicate they are.
I am also annoyed I can't watch but outside of the superest of super fans on here who else is gonna watch these?
Half: MU up 55-20. Parham with 12 and 10 players scored.
61 percent from the field; 2-8 from 3
20-14 rebounding edge
19 assists (James 7); 10 turnovers, 17 steals (Fru 3 — Nine players have a steal)
I just hope that our players appreciate that what happens in Vancouver will affect our seeding.
Quote from: mileskishnish72 on July 29, 2026, 06:08:30 PMI just hope that our players appreciate that what happens in Vancouver will affect our seeding.
but only .70 of a seed line
Purdue sold 17,000 subs to their game last night to support their Canadian hosts.
https://x.com/boilerburner1/status/2082579035272499342?s=46&t=y09G3XF0pbaZZc_-K-dYSw
Halfway through the third. 68-31
Parham 20 points and James 10 dimes, Fru 6 boards, Parham with 5
A Josh Clark on the court sighting has occurred.
Quote from: Badgerhater on July 29, 2026, 05:59:21 PMHalf: MU up 55-20. Parham with 12 and 10 players scored.
61 percent from the field; 2-8 from 3
20-14 rebounding edge
19 assists (James 7); 10 turnovers, 17 steals (Fru 3 — Nine players have a steal)
Just to be clear are you physically at the game and giving us these highlights?
The Stevens-Hamilton-Clark-Ownes-Minnesale line getting a run.
10 players with double digit minutes.
Brenn and Crowdis yet to see the floor.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on July 29, 2026, 06:19:49 PMJust to be clear are you physically at the game and giving us these highlights?
Reading the box score so you don't have to.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on July 29, 2026, 06:19:49 PMJust to be clear are you physically at the game and giving us these highlights?
READ the thread. Post # 36. ::)
Calgary stampedes with a three pointer at the end of the Third to cut MU's lead to 40. 82-42.
Quote from: Badgerhater on July 29, 2026, 06:33:38 PMCalgary stampedes with a three pointer at the end of the Third to cut MU's lead to 40. 82-42.
I'm really scared.
Hamilton perfect from the field to go along with 2 assists and 2 steals.
Stevens and the lower half of the bench starts the fourth.
Parham with 20 points on 7-8 shooting (4-4 from 3) , 5 boards and 3 assists and 3 steals is leading candidate for SOTG. (In 14 minutes)
James with 9 points and 10 dimes.
Stevens with 18.
Josh Clark has 10 points in 8 minutes, plus 5 boards.
Quote from: Badgerhater on July 29, 2026, 05:59:21 PMHalf: MU up 55-20. Parham with 12 and 10 players scored.
61 percent from the field; 2-8 from 3
20-14 rebounding edge
19 assists (James 7); 10 turnovers, 17 steals (Fru 3 — Nine players have a steal)
BAM. Get it to +50.
100-49 with 2 min left
102-49 final.
With such a road win Shaka should skip the milkshakes for something more Canadian.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_mKPCJUW2I4&ra=m
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 29, 2026, 04:37:23 PMPrediction: Josh double-digit scoring with a buncha rebounds (8?)
12 points and a tied-team leading 6 boards for Josh... but he didn't win the minutes competition for our centers. 18 did that.
we are market
Quote from: MU82 on July 29, 2026, 05:19:24 PMI share your pissed-off-ness, brew. It's really dopey and counterproductive on our alma mater's part.
Agreed with you and Brew. No way to treat the diehards. It's just a stupid decision. There is no good reason not to stream it.
Tim bits with poutine?
Id have donated many loonies and some toonies for a legit stream
Score? Ty.
Shlt - MU82 could of drove there and used his cell phone to stream to us, I am more disappointed in that.
Quote from: MU82 on July 29, 2026, 05:19:24 PMI share your pissed-off-ness, brew. It's really dopey and counterproductive on our alma mater's part.
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 04:54:37 PMNot pissed, just exhausted with all of it. I can't imagine another high major program doing so much to do less fan service.
They cut events, cheap out on amenities, produce the worst possible coach's radio show, cut fan giveaways, restrict access to fans and media, and expect some sort of abject loyalty while jacking prices amongst all this.
And when you have the first 20* loss season since 1964, the choice is to shut fans out even further? Do they even want their fans to support the program? They sure aren't doing anything to indicate they are.
How are season ticket sales going this year? Did you re-up?
Quote from: The Sultan on July 29, 2026, 07:21:43 PMHow are season ticket sales going this year? Did you re-up?
I get your point but why not take every opportunity to engage the fans and increase interest, especially at a non football school. I think it's silly. Randomly I was talking with a 22 yo fan at a white Sox game last night who didn't go to MU but his dad did. And he was looking forward to the stream. There are fans out there besides scoop fans who are interested.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 29, 2026, 07:14:05 PMScore? Ty.
102-49 Final
Badgerhater had it on the previous Page
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 29, 2026, 07:14:05 PMScore? Ty.
Guess muwarriors69 isn't the only one who can't be bothered reading the thread. Post #74. ::)
Quote from: The Sultan on July 29, 2026, 07:21:43 PMHow are season ticket sales going this year? Did you re-up?
No. It's pretty clear Marquette has no investment in me or anyone else as a fan, not sure why I should reciprocate with a financial investment in their program.
Quote from: Badgerhater on July 29, 2026, 06:56:43 PM102-49 final.
With such a road win Shaka should skip the milkshakes for something more Canadian.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_mKPCJUW2I4&ra=m
Shakes and bacon
And the idea that fans of a team might enjoy watching that team play and the people in charge of the team should do that very easy thing for the fans that pay their bills is the absolute bottom of the Mariana Trench in terms of low bars.
Canada West https://share.google/ZTOSPcxoFjXzZQgQ3
Box score
Nobody got hurt? Great.
Was Nash not allowed into Canada? Eh?
Can't believe I wasn't able to spend 2 hours right after work watching a 53 point exhibition basketball game that could've been 90 if the regular rotation was used.
Quote from: TheButlerDidIt on July 29, 2026, 07:48:25 PMWas Nash not allowed into Canada? Eh?
Still limited by the shoulder surgery.
Quote from: TheButlerDidIt on July 29, 2026, 07:48:25 PMWas Nash not allowed into Canada? Eh?
More likely still not cleared for full contact practices or games.
Quote from: wadesworld on July 29, 2026, 07:55:39 PMCan't believe I wasn't able to spend 2 hours right after work watching a 53 point exhibition basketball game that could've been 90 if the regular rotation was used.
I was thinking +70. Oh...well.
Quote from: wadesworld on July 29, 2026, 07:55:39 PMCan't believe I wasn't able to spend 2 hours right after work watching a 53 point exhibition basketball game that could've been 90 if the regular rotation was used.
You can continue to not watch any of it. Why bother with the Michigan State exhibition, it doesn't count. Why watch Mercyhurst or Detroit, those won't be close. Why watch non-con? No bearing on the Big East season. Why even watch that, you can get the stats on an app, isn't that good enough?
If you're so excited about it you never have to watch basketball again. Not sure what the point of Scoop is then, but I guess you can just cite box scores.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 29, 2026, 07:28:17 PMI get your point but why not take every opportunity to engage the fans and increase interest, especially at a non football school. I think it's silly. Randomly I was talking with a 22 yo fan at a white Sox game last night who didn't go to MU but his dad did. And he was looking forward to the stream. There are fans out there besides scoop fans who are interested.
Well, because taking "every opportunity" to engage fans isn't a realistic standard.
I guess I'm just annoyed at brew b*tching every off season. Haunted Hoops...lack of hot dogs...lack of streaming.... Yet they will likely be top 20 in attendance again this year. It's like these guys are professionals who have figured out what moves the needle when it comes to selling tickets.
Anyway, at some point the constant complaining just becomes chicken little nonsense.
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 08:05:31 PMYou can continue to not watch any of it. Why bother with the Michigan State exhibition, it doesn't count. Why watch Mercyhurst or Detroit, those won't be close. Why watch non-con? No bearing on the Big East season. Why even watch that, you can get the stats on an app, isn't that good enough?
If you're so excited about it you never have to watch basketball again. Not sure what the point of Scoop is then, but I guess you can just cite box scores.
LOL...it's an exhibition tour in July. Overreact some more...
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 08:05:31 PMYou can continue to not watch any of it. Why bother with the Michigan State exhibition, it doesn't count. Why watch Mercyhurst or Detroit, those won't be close. Why watch non-con? No bearing on the Big East season. Why even watch that, you can get the stats on an app, isn't that good enough?
If you're so excited about it you never have to watch basketball again. Not sure what the point of Scoop is then, but I guess you can just cite box scores.
At least they had poutine
somebody needs a hot dog...
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 07:39:29 PMAnd the idea that fans of a team might enjoy watching that team play and the people in charge of the team should do that very easy thing for the fans that pay their bills is the absolute bottom of the Mariana Trench in terms of low bars.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 29, 2026, 08:11:59 PMLOL...it's an exhibition tour in July. Overreact some more...
Wades is the one happy to not watch.
But it's not an exhibition tour in July, it's how they approach everything with the program.
Quick takeaways:
Minessale was the 5th starter.
Phillips first off the bench. Then Owens and Hamilton. Rotation starting to shake out?
Egbuonu and Johnston 9th and 10th men.
Walker still recovering.
I believe Clark and Miletic didn't play until very late; end of bench for them.
Brenn and Crowdis didn't play in a 53 point win, but at least Colton gets a free trip to Canada.
Wonder if Brenn is hurt. Not sure why he wouldn't get a token appearance on his birthday otherwise.
Quote from: TheButlerDidIt on July 29, 2026, 07:48:25 PMWas Nash not allowed into Canada? Eh?
They were afraid he drink Canada Dry.
Another failed Marquette marketing opportunity...
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 08:38:23 PMWonder if Brenn is hurt. Not sure why he wouldn't get a token appearance on his birthday otherwise.
MU has a formidable starting 5. The question is our depth. Can Minnesale play some PG?
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 29, 2026, 08:56:43 PMMU has a formidable starting 5. The question is our depth. Can Minnesale play some PG?
Yes. And Stevens can too.
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 08:38:23 PMWonder if Brenn is hurt. Not sure why he wouldn't get a token appearance on his birthday otherwise.
He refused to play. Told Shaka, "if you aholes can't stream a game for those who have made a financial investment in the team, then you can take my minutes and shove em up ur azz"
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 08:05:31 PMYou can continue to not watch any of it. Why bother with the Michigan State exhibition, it doesn't count. Why watch Mercyhurst or Detroit, those won't be close. Why watch non-con? No bearing on the Big East season. Why even watch that, you can get the stats on an app, isn't that good enough?
If you're so excited about it you never have to watch basketball again. Not sure what the point of Scoop is then, but I guess you can just cite box scores.
I'd imagine I won't watch the MSU game unless I have absolutely nothing else to do. Went to the Mizzou vs. Kansas State exhibition going into last season and left before halftime. Complete waste of time.
Quote from: JTJ3 on July 29, 2026, 09:03:55 PMYes. And Stevens can too.
In a perfect world we will get production from MP, DO, the back-up 5's, and Nash. But I really think our starters will be tough to guard. Once Nigel forces help, we have a myriad of guys that can make plays in space. Especially with the FLT (Fru Lob Threat). We can spread teams out and attack 1 through 5.
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 08:05:31 PMYou can continue to not watch any of it. Why bother with the Michigan State exhibition, it doesn't count. Why watch Mercyhurst or Detroit, those won't be close. Why watch non-con? No bearing on the Big East season. Why even watch that, you can get the stats on an app, isn't that good enough?
If you're so excited about it you never have to watch basketball again. Not sure what the point of Scoop is then, but I guess you can just cite box scores.
::)
Quote from: wadesworld on July 29, 2026, 07:55:39 PMCan't believe I wasn't able to spend 2 hours right after work watching a 53 point exhibition basketball game that could've been 90 if the regular rotation was used.
Not the point. But that would be your choice to watch or not. That fans that would have watched don't care what you think.
There is no logical reason to not stream it. You can eventually hammer people complaining about it incessantly. Say in a month if they are still bitching about it. But you can't logic your way to rationalizing a silly marketing mistake.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 29, 2026, 10:13:48 PMNot the point. But that would be your choice to watch or not. That fans that would have watched don't care what you think.
There is no logical reason to not stream it. You can eventually hammer people complaining about it incessantly. Say in a month if they are still bitching about it. But you can't logic your way to rationalizing a silly marketing mistake.
The decision to not stream these games will have virtually no impact on the program aside from whining on a message board.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 29, 2026, 08:06:02 PMWell, because taking "every opportunity" to engage fans isn't a realistic standard.
I guess I'm just annoyed at brew b*tching every off season. Haunted Hoops...lack of hot dogs...lack of streaming.... Yet they will likely be top 20 in attendance again this year. It's like these guys are professionals who have figured out what moves the needle when it comes to selling tickets.
Anyway, at some point the constant complaining just becomes chicken little nonsense.
Streaming is an easy opportunity. Not hard.
No logical reason to not stream it.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on July 29, 2026, 10:16:36 PMThe decision to not stream these games will have virtually no impact on the program aside from whining on a message board.
Not a logical reason to not stream it. But try again.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 29, 2026, 10:18:08 PMNot a logical reason to not stream it. But try again.
You said it's a silly marketing mistake. It's not - it's immaterial. It's a nothing burger.
As for the reason, Shaka apparently had one. You thinking there is no logical reason is YOUR opinion and nothing more.
Defend it all you want. It's silly.
Popcorn gif
Quote from: The Sultan on July 29, 2026, 07:21:43 PMHow are season ticket sales going this year? Did you re-up?
I didn't renew mine, but only because it's actually more cost effective to buy every game individually third party at this point
Quote from: PointWarrior on July 29, 2026, 07:14:47 PMShlt - MU82 could of drove there and used his cell phone to stream to us, I am more disappointed in that.
I considered going. As did you. In fact, we talked about it when we had dinner together a couple weeks ago.
I'm the old one, PW. My memory shouldn't be better than yours!
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 29, 2026, 10:29:23 PMDefend it all you want. It's silly.
Remind me when I defended it?
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 29, 2026, 10:17:12 PMStreaming is an easy opportunity. Not hard.
No logical reason to not stream it.
Do you know why they chose not to? I don't. So I have no idea if their choice was "logical" or not.
Regardless, Vander is right. It may be annoying to the hard cores, but ultimately is meaningless.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 29, 2026, 08:06:02 PMWell, because taking "every opportunity" to engage fans isn't a realistic standard.
I guess I'm just annoyed at brew b*tching every off season. Haunted Hoops...lack of hot dogs...lack of streaming.... Yet they will likely be top 20 in attendance again this year. It's like these guys are professionals who have figured out what moves the needle when it comes to selling tickets.
Anyway, at some point the constant complaining just becomes chicken little nonsense.
Nah, he is absolutely correct here. If other schools can manage it why do we not ask the same of our school? The interest is clearly there as well since there is no football going on.
Streaming a game is the smallest of small asks. No one is asking for a full production. Just set up a camera and stream the game without comment to the school's website... or, heaven forbid, do something like Purdue did.
I understand the frustration with brew's constant 'bone to pick' with the current admin, but he isn't wrong on this one.
Quote from: Juan Anderson's Mixtape on July 29, 2026, 08:37:34 PMQuick takeaways:
Minessale was the 5th starter.
Phillips first off the bench. Then Owens and Hamilton. Rotation starting to shake out?
Egbuonu and Johnston 9th and 10th men.
Walker still recovering.
I believe Clark and Miletic didn't play until very late; end of bench for them.
Brenn and Crowdis didn't play in a 53 point win, but at least Colton gets a free trip to Canada.
I don't see Brenn on the scholarship table. Is he a walk-on?
Quote from: Hards Alumni on July 30, 2026, 06:21:18 AMNah, he is absolutely correct here. If other schools can manage it why do we not ask the same of our school? The interest is clearly there as well since there is no football going on.
Streaming a game is the smallest of small asks. No one is asking for a full production. Just set up a camera and stream the game without comment to the school's website... or, heaven forbid, do something like Purdue did.
I understand the frustration with brew's constant 'bone to pick' with the current admin, but he isn't wrong on this one.
Brew better watch it. He might become eeyore77. Not that that is a bad thing. I do agree with him though that not streaming these games is not good PR. Sure, the games are meaningless except we get to see, not just read a box score, on how our new guys performed outside of practice.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 29, 2026, 08:06:02 PMWell, because taking "every opportunity" to engage fans isn't a realistic standard.
I guess I'm just annoyed at brew b*tching every off season. Haunted Hoops...lack of hot dogs...lack of streaming.... Yet they will likely be top 20 in attendance again this year. It's like these guys are professionals who have figured out what moves the needle when it comes to selling tickets.
Anyway, at some point the constant complaining just becomes chicken little nonsense.
Yeah! Stop the constant complaining about the constant complaining. At least Scoop is the Gold Standard in giving fans "every opportunity" to engage about Marquette Basketball.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on July 30, 2026, 06:23:55 AMI don't see Brenn on the scholarship table. Is he a walk-on?
Yes
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 29, 2026, 10:13:48 PMThere is no logical reason to not stream it. You can eventually hammer people complaining about it incessantly. Say in a month if they are still bitching about it. But you can't logic your way to rationalizing a silly marketing mistake.
Yep. Exactly the same with the decision of 18 over Sheek, causing Sheek to leave. It was illogical and wrong, but I get why some people don't like hearing the criticism.
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 30, 2026, 07:18:28 AMYep. Exactly the same with the decision of 18 over Sheek, causing Sheek to leave. It was illogical and wrong, but I get why some people don't like hearing the criticism.
Sheek left for educational reasons. He chose the school over Marquette. I get why some people don't like hearing the criticism. It wasn't about money or playing time. In fact, he isn't even getting money to go there.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on July 30, 2026, 06:21:18 AMNah, he is absolutely correct here. If other schools can manage it why do we not ask the same of our school?
Because, for whatever reason, they simply don't want to. I have no idea what that reason is, so I have no opinion if it is valid or not.
What I do know is that it's not that big of a deal.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on July 30, 2026, 06:21:18 AMThe interest is clearly there as well since there is no football going on.
I never claimed there was no interest. But I think the interest is small and most will simply move on without thinking much of it.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 04:19:22 AMDo you know why they chose not to? I don't. So I have no idea if their choice was "logical" or not.
Regardless, Vander is right. It may be annoying to the hard cores, but ultimately is meaningless.
Why does the school do things like social media clips? Player interviews on YouTube? The radio show? Shaka going on podcasts? Most engagement plays are "meaningless" in a loss leader with an already loyal & niche fan base. But MU does do all those meaningless things for engagement so the question isn't about whether it's meaningless or not it's why they wouldn't take a rather simple and small step to keep up with peer programs by streaming?
Im not going to lose sleep over it, but I also dont lose sleep if i miss half the social media content or a non con buy game. But watching MUBB gives me (and others) enjoyment id have preferred to watch than not watch.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 08:04:38 AMWhy does the school do things like social media clips? Player interviews on YouTube? The radio show? Shaka going on podcasts? Most engagement plays are "meaningless" in a loss leader with an already loyal & niche fan base. But MU does do all those meaningless things for engagement so the question isn't about whether it's meaningless or not it's why they wouldn't take a rather simple and small step to keep up with peer programs by streaming?
Im not going to lose sleep over it, but I also dont lose sleep if i miss half the social media content or a non con buy game. But watching MUBB gives me (and others) enjoyment id have preferred to watch than not watch.
I would suggest that fan engagement on social media and YouTube is far from meaningless. It is a way to connect and engage the Marquette basketball community year round.
Streaming a couple blowout exhibition games in late July? Near meaningless.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 08:40:55 AMI would suggest that fan engagement on social media and YouTube is far from meaningless. It is a way to connect and engage the Marquette basketball community year round.
Streaming a couple blowout exhibition games in late July? Near meaningless.
^^ Bizarre take
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 30, 2026, 08:51:20 AM^^ Bizarre take
Not as bizarre as saying Sheek left because of Caedin Hamilton
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 30, 2026, 08:55:08 AMNot as bizarre as saying Sheek left because of Caedin Hamilton
That's not a take.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 08:40:55 AMI would suggest that fan engagement on social media and YouTube is far from meaningless. It is a way to connect and engage the Marquette basketball community year round.
Streaming a couple blowout exhibition games in late July? Near meaningless.
That's pretty much splitting hairs here. Even yesterday, we have 3 post game interviews posted, a posted final score, a post stating it's game day, 2 posts showing multiple photos, and a bunch of highlight clips 1 posted, 6 on their story. How can you rectify that social media presence about having a game as more impactful than actually showing the game. The thesis for posting all that content is that fans care and want to stay engaged, a great way to reward that desire is by actually showing the team playing.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:09:17 AMThat's pretty much splitting hairs here. Even yesterday, we have 3 post game interviews posted, a posted final score, a post stating it's game day, 2 posts showing multiple photos, and a bunch of highlight clips 1 posted, 6 on their story. How can you rectify that social media presence about having a game as more impactful than actually showing the game. The thesis of posting all that content is that fans care and want to stay engaged, a great way to reward that desire is by actually showing the team playing.
It's really not that hard to rectify.They show clips of practice and don't stream the whole practice. It's no different. People scan through social media all of the time. Very few people are going to stream an exhibition game taking place on a Wednesday afternoon in July.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 09:15:18 AMIt's really not that hard to rectify.They show clips of practice and don't stream the whole practice. It's no different. People scan through social media all of the time. Very few people are going to stream an exhibition game taking place on a Wednesday afternoon in July.
I imagine you have evidence for that? Someone posted about Purdues buys for their game, doesn't seem like the best figures to back up what you're saying.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:17:19 AMI imagine you have evidence for that? Someone posted about Purdues buys for their game, doesn't seem like the best figures to back up what you're saying.
It's an opinion on a message board.
Marquette had a reason they didn't want to stream it. It's really not that big of a deal to anyone but the hard-cores and/or the perpetually aggrieved.
Social media posts will do.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:09:17 AMThat's pretty much splitting hairs here. Even yesterday, we have 3 post game interviews posted, a posted final score, a post stating it's game day, 2 posts showing multiple photos, and a bunch of highlight clips 1 posted, 6 on their story. How can you rectify that social media presence about having a game as more impactful than actually showing the game. The thesis for posting all that content is that fans care and want to stay engaged, a great way to reward that desire is by actually showing the team playing.
How many people do you think will not watch on tv or not go to a game or not buy merch this season because 3 games weren't streamed in late July/early August?
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 09:19:51 AMIt's an opinion on a message board.
Marquette had a reason they didn't want to stream it. It's really not that big of a deal to anyone but the hard-cores and/or the perpetually aggrieved.
Social media posts will do.
Which is fine but then Brew's or Hards or Shooter my opinions that it was worth while to boost engagement are equally valid opinions.
I'll agree Marquette had a reason they chose not to stream it, my theory is Shaka doesn't like extra scouting out for his team. However, let's not split hairs here and pretend that it's meaningless while posting as much as they did on the game is somehow meaningful. It's either something to advertise or it's not. If the NBA did this same thing with the summer league or FIBA did that with a friendly match it'd be viewed as a fail. MU should be held to the same standard as any other major basketball organization.
I was hoping for at least 3x the amount of content coming through their social media feeds. That might still be coming, but I was a little surprised by how scant the coverage of the first game was, especially considering other teams are streaming the games.
Quote from: Badgerhater on July 29, 2026, 05:28:51 PMEnd of 1Q: MU up 28-11. Parham with 8 pts and Fru stuffing the stat sheet.
Calgary has a player with 9 from behind the arc.
Is he interested in transferring?
Quote from: SchnitzelBoy on July 30, 2026, 09:27:30 AMI was hoping for at least 3x the amount of content coming through their social media feeds. That might still be coming, but I was a little surprised by how scant the coverage of the first game was, especially considering other teams are streaming the games.
It's the tariffs. I'd prefer that money go to keep Nigel and Royce around.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on July 30, 2026, 09:25:38 AMHow many people do you think will not watch on tv or not go to a game or not buy merch this season because 3 games weren't streamed in late July/early August?
Exactly one.
Are we collectively melting down that Clark came off the bench AFTER Caedin Hamilton?
What do we think about Minessale starting over DO and MPIII?
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:27:17 AMWhich is fine but then Brew's or Hards or Shooter my opinions that it was worth while to boost engagement are equally valid opinions.
They may be "valid," but they are bad.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:27:17 AMI'll agree Marquette had a reason they chose not to stream it, my theory is Shaka doesn't like extra scouting out for his team. However, let's not split hairs here and pretend that it's meaningless while posting as much as they did on the game is somehow meaningful. It's either something to advertise or it's not.
Are you unaware how social media works? Maybe you should take a class on it or something.
They use social media to highlight practices...but they don't stream them Is that "splitting hairs" as well?
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on July 30, 2026, 09:25:38 AMHow many people do you think will not watch on tv or not go to a game or not buy merch this season because 3 games weren't streamed in late July/early August?
That's irrelevant on ann engagement discussion here. How many people do you think would do the same if MU didn't post workout highlight videos, videos of Shaka driving around campus, advertise the game itself.
MUBB social is for all intents and purposes a content creator. The job is to keep fans engaged and thinking about the team. The question isn't whether it'll impact down stream conversions later it's whether it would help keep fans engaged and get fans more invested in the team in the offseason. It would, because the alternative is a null value. This isn't a situation where they're weighing overhead costs of production vs engagement either because the opponent had already set up the stream.
It means the question is simply whether X > 0 where X = engagement rate and zero is the choice we made.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 09:30:50 AMThey may be "valid," but they are bad.
They aren't, your best argument was just "nobody would watch" and it had zero evidence to back it up. That's an objectively bad take. If you brought that to your work you'd be laughed out of the room.
Quote from: SchnitzelBoy on July 30, 2026, 09:29:08 AMAre we collectively melting down that Clark came off the bench AFTER Caedin Hamilton?
What do we think about Minessale starting over DO and MPIII?
Clark has a injured ankle he injured before the trip. He played great yesterday in limited minutes, but it was basically a JV opponent.
I am holding out hope he can overtake 18 for the backup role.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:34:13 AMThey aren't, your best argument was just "nobody would watch" and it had zero evidence to back it up. That's an objectively bad take. If you brought that to your work you'd be laughed out of the room.
I'm laughing at people comparing Purdue's alumni base to Marquette's.
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 30, 2026, 08:55:54 AMThat's not a take.
It's #fakenews #lies
He left for academic reasons. Definitely not money despite the overwhelming evidence.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:34:13 AMThey aren't, your best argument was just "nobody would watch" and it had zero evidence to back it up. That's an objectively bad take. If you brought that to your work you'd be laughed out of the room.
The fact that the Calgary Purude game had 52,000 streaming views when normally they dont get more than 1,000 says a lot here. Plus that viewing money went to schools to use on scholarships. Seems like a massive win and would be great PR for MUBB.
Do I need to watch a exhibition in July? No, I do not need to. Would I have paid $11 Canadian dollars to watch the game? Sure would have, as I am a MUBB sicko.
We here at Scoop are probably the biggest fans considering we are talking about Marquette basketball at the end of July.
There seem to be a handful of people here who actually are upset the games aren't being streamed. Is the cost worth it to Marquette to make 10-15 people happy?
Quote from: MUbiz on July 30, 2026, 09:41:53 AMThe fact that the Calgary Purude game had 52,000 streaming views when normally they dont get more than 1,000 says a lot here. Plus that viewing money went to schools to use on scholarships. Seems like a massive win and would be great PR for MUBB.
Do I need to watch a exhibition in July? No, I do not need to. Would I have paid $11 Canadian dollars to watch the game? Sure would have, as I am a MUBB sicko.
Purdue has an alumni base of over 600,000. They are also coming off deep NCAA runs so there is interest.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 30, 2026, 09:39:07 AMI'm laughing at people comparing Purdue's alumni base to Marquette's.
I'm not, Purdue had 52k streams (based on MUBiz's number)
It has >600k alumni with 123k likes on Facebook (not going to go too into the weeds here across platforms) so we can assume just over 1/6 of the school community is an "engaged fan". Then they get 52k views so we can say 42% of that is a "hardcore engaged fan"
Now MU has what, about 150k alumni? With 57k likes on Facebook indicates roughly an engaged fan rate double that of Purdue. If we benchmark our hardcore fans at 42% watching (but could expect more due to a higher engagement rate on socials amongst alumni) then we'd expect about 24k views. That seems worthwhile to me.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 30, 2026, 09:44:24 AMThere seem to be a handful of people here who actually are upset the games aren't being streamed. Is the cost worth it to Marquette to make 10-15 people happy?
To clarify, I am not upset. I had a lovely evening taking my girls to Lake Michigan last night and won't lose sleep over not watching. What I'm saying is there's a reasonable case to be made to have done it. Also given the stream was advertised by the opponent it seems like there likely wasn't a cost involved to MU.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 30, 2026, 09:45:47 AMPurdue has an alumni base of over 600,000. They are also coming off deep NCAA runs so there is interest.
I am not saying MUBB would have 52k views, but its a great way to give back to the local community and help the Canada based colleges out. I would also argue there is a ton of interest coming off the season we had last year. I know many people just as excited for this year as previous years because there is a real chance we are back in the top 25 again.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:49:03 AMI'm not, Purdue had 52k streams (based on MUBiz's number)
It has >600k alumni with 123k likes on Facebook (not going to go too into the weeds here across platforms) so we can assume just over 1/6 of the school community is an "engaged fan". Then they get 52k views so we can say 42% of that is a "hardcore engaged fan"
Now MU has what, about 150k alumni? With 57k likes on Facebook indicated roughly an engaged fan rate double that of Purdue. If we benchmark our hardcore fans at 42% watching (but could expect more due to a higher engagement rate on socials amongst alumni) then we'd expect about 24k views. That seems worthwhile to me.
Now factor in Purdue has been awesome the past few years while Marquette is coming off one of it's worst seasons in recent history.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:49:03 AMI'm not, Purdue had 52k streams (based on MUBiz's number)
It has >600k alumni with 123k likes on Facebook (not going to go too into the weeds here across platforms) so we can assume just over 1/6 of the school community is an "engaged fan". Then they get 52k views so we can say 42% of that is a "hardcore engaged fan"
Now MU has what, about 150k alumni? With 57k likes on Facebook indicated roughly an engaged fan rate double that of Purdue. If we benchmark our hardcore fans at 42% watching (but could expect more due to a higher engagement rate on socials amongst alumni) then we'd expect about 24k views. That seems worthwhile to me.
https://x.com/SchutteDustin/status/2082579027148030392
I will never reject more opportunities to watch, hear or learn about things going on within the basketball program. I love MUBB and, even with a season like last year, watch nearly every game in its entirety either live or recorded. However, for any opportunity that is not pushed to the max to highlight or showcase, I do not view as a missed window or failed engagement. Every program is different, as are the expectations or demands of the staff. The greatest value of a trip like this is really for a group of players and coaches to bond, play in quasi-competitive games, build confidence and get momentum headed into the season. It is not, and should not be, the window into the team via Hudl or live streaming. Anyone that believes that is missing the mark completely.
Quote from: MUbiz on July 30, 2026, 09:50:02 AMI am not saying MUBB would have 52k views, but its a great way to give back to the local community and help the Canada based colleges out. I would also argue there is a ton of interest coming off the season we had last year. I know many people just as excited for this year as previous years because there is a real chance we are back in the top 25 again.
Or they could just not deal with all that and have a handful of unhappy people who will continue to consume their product.
Does anyone have the streaming link for tonight's game? 8-)
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 07:55:41 AMBecause, for whatever reason, they simply don't want to. I have no idea what that reason is, so I have no opinion if it is valid or not.
What I do know is that it's not that big of a deal.
I never claimed there was no interest. But I think the interest is small and most will simply move on without thinking much of it.
Your argument could be made for every "little" thing MU does to market their team. Instagram and Twitter posts. Open practices. Coaches preseason pressors.
Would we all live if they didn't exist (the logic being bantered around) and the first piece of information we had on the team was the first game of the season? Sure.
Would it be smart or logical to do this? Are their benefits to marketing your team at a school like MU?
Galway, did not see you basically said the same thing
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 30, 2026, 10:00:07 AMYour argument could be made for every "little" thing MU does to market their team. Instagram and Twitter posts. Open practices. Coaches preseason pressors.
Would we all live if they didn't exist (the logic being bantered around) and the first piece of information we had on the team was the first game of the season? Sure.
Would it be smart or logical to do this? Are their benefits to marketing your team at a school like MU?
I'd like to see free quarter zips
Quote from: MUbiz on July 30, 2026, 09:50:51 AMhttps://x.com/SchutteDustin/status/2082579027148030392
If Marquette charged $20 to stream it like Purdue, people would bitch about that.
WHY IS IT $20 WHEN IT WAS FREE IN 2019?!?!?!??!
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:34:13 AMThey aren't, your best argument was just "nobody would watch" and it had zero evidence to back it up. That's an objectively bad take. If you brought that to your work you'd be laughed out of the room.
I did not say that.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 30, 2026, 10:00:07 AMYour argument could be made for every "little" thing MU does to market their team. Instagram and Twitter posts. Open practices. Coaches preseason pressors.
Would we all live if they didn't exist (the logic being bantered around) and the first piece of information we had on the team was the first game of the season? Sure.
Would it be smart or logical to do this? Are their benefits to marketing your team at a school like MU?
Galway, did not see you basically said the same thing
He did. And it is a bad argument. Social media engagement is way more important than streaming meaningless exhibition games.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 30, 2026, 10:00:50 AMIf Marquette charged $20 to stream it like Purdue, people would bitch about that.
WHY IS IT $20 WHEN IT WAS FREE IN 2019?!?!?!??!
Biden-flation
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 30, 2026, 09:52:54 AMOr they could just not deal with all that and have a handful of unhappy people who will continue to consume their product.
Ah, the "handful of unhappy people" defense again.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 30, 2026, 10:05:08 AMAh, the "handful of unhappy people" defense again.
It's a legit defense. They chose not to stream the games...for whatever reason. Maybe they were just lazy about it. Maybe they just wanted to piss brew off and giggle over his reaction. I have no idea.
But they know the "costs" of not streaming the games. They know it will make a few people upset, but those people are likely going to consume anyway.
Meanwhile they are engaging all sorts of people on their various social channels instead.
It's absolutely not that big of a deal.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 10:03:23 AMI did not say that.
Sorry that should've been a single not double quote. Your exact quote was "very few people". You still flung crap at a wall with no supporting evidence admitting it's an opinion on a message board, and it's a bad opinion at that. No logic, no evidence to it.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 09:27:17 AMWhich is fine but then Brew's or Hards or Shooter my opinions that it was worth while to boost engagement are equally valid opinions.
I'll agree Marquette had a reason they chose not to stream it, my theory is Shaka doesn't like extra scouting out for his team. However, let's not split hairs here and pretend that it's meaningless while posting as much as they did on the game is somehow meaningful. It's either something to advertise or it's not. If the NBA did this same thing with the summer league or FIBA did that with a friendly match it'd be viewed as a fail. MU should be held to the same standard as any other major basketball organization.
That's my speculation also, as it seems like it would've been an easy marketing move. That said, I find it a bit silly to "hide" game footage. The things that a scouting team (and future opponent) could see and use now are pretty likely to change at least a bit by the beginning of the season. And, "real" opponents (ie, not cupcakes) are going to have at least two games of regular season film before we face Michigan.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 10:10:18 AMSorry that should've been a single not double quote. Your exact quote was "very few people". You still flung crap at a wall with no supporting evidence admitting it's an opinion on a message board, and it's a bad opinion at that. No logic, no evidence to it.
It's completely logical. I'm not surprised you can't understand why.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 10:18:37 AMIt's completely logical. I'm not surprised you can't understand why.
'Wah wah youre questioning my takes and actually brought up real data so rather than making a legit case for my take I'm going to insult you'
Grow up old man.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 10:23:04 AM'Wah wah youre questioning my takes and actually brought up real data so rather than making a legit case for my take I'm going to insult you'
Grow up old man.
I guess we have your white flag.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 10:25:10 AMI guess we have your white flag.
No I just don't have the inclination to deal with your childishness anymore. Sometimes I engage when I give you the benefit of the doubt but it always ends up with you pounding sand and being mentally unable to function without insulting people. It's frankly sad, my 2yr old can engage in debate more politely.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 10:29:16 AMNo I just don't have the inclination to deal with your childishness anymore. Sometimes I engage when I give you the benefit of the doubt but it always ends up with you pounding sand and being mentally unable to function without insulting people. It's frankly sad, my 2yr old can engage in debate more politely.
That's because your two year old is likely smarter than you.
Anyway, I made multiple good points but you seem either unwilling or unable to understand them.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 30, 2026, 09:44:24 AMWe here at Scoop are probably the biggest fans considering we are talking about Marquette basketball at the end of July.
There seem to be a handful of people here who actually are upset the games aren't being streamed. Is the cost worth it to Marquette to make 10-15 people happy?
I think you're confused as to how much this would cost. Anyone traveling with the team could broadcast the game from their cellphone sitting on a tripod. If I was at the gym I could have streamed it to YouTube for exactly zero dollars.
Even if only 10-15 people watched (a truly made up number) it would still be worth it.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on July 30, 2026, 10:34:29 AMI think you're confused as to how much this would cost. Anyone traveling with the team could broadcast the game from their cellphone sitting on a tripod. If I was at the gym I could have streamed it to YouTube for exactly zero dollars.
Even if only 10-15 people watched (a truly made up number) it would still be worth it.
Sending someone to Vancouver to stream something for 10-15 people would not be worth it. At all. That would be embarrassing in every way.
Sending someone there for 600-1,000 views, which was reported as a common figure up above, MAY be worth it. But Marquette didn't think so. For whatever reason.
In the end, it's not that big of a deal.
Quote from: mug644 on July 30, 2026, 10:17:46 AMThat's my speculation also, as it seems like it would've been an easy marketing move. That said, I find it a bit silly to "hide" game footage. The things that a scouting team (and future opponent) could see and use now are pretty likely to change at least a bit by the beginning of the season. And, "real" opponents (ie, not cupcakes) are going to have at least two games of regular season film before we face Michigan.
That's a bit of a red herring argument. If Shaka is truly worried about scouting then it should have been a closed door exhibition. Surely, some enterprising young man or woman could attend these games, record them, and sell them to schools for scouting purposes. Sort of shoots the excuse down rather easily.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 10:38:26 AMSending someone to Vancouver to stream something for 10-15 people would not be worth it. At all. That would be embarrassing in every way.
Sending someone there for 600-1,000 views, which was reported as a common figure up above, MAY be worth it. But Marquette didn't think so. For whatever reason.
In the end, it's not that big of a deal.
They don't need to send a person to Vancouver to specifically do this. Don't be absurd. Someone could literally set up the camera phone before the game, leave it unattended, and then pick up the camera after the game.
This is such a strange hill to die on. lol
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 10:33:42 AMThat's because your two year old is likely smarter than you.
Anyway, I made multiple good points but you seem either unwilling or unable to understand them.
Again with the insults pathetic & childish. You didn't make any good points.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 10:33:42 AMThat's because your two year old is likely smarter than you.
Anyway, I made multiple good points but you seem either unwilling or unable to understand them.
They may seem good to you. That does not make them good.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on July 30, 2026, 10:41:34 AMSomeone could literally set up the camera phone before the game, leave it unattended, and then pick up the camera after the game.
WHY IS MARQUETTE STREAMING THIS FULL COURT VIEW? I CAN'T SEE ANYTHING! PURDUE HAS AN ACTUAL CAMERA OPERATOR!
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 30, 2026, 10:42:01 AMAgain with the insults pathetic & childish. You didn't make any good points.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on July 30, 2026, 10:42:43 AMThey may seem good to you. That does not make them good.
Sorry you couldn't understand them.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on July 30, 2026, 10:41:34 AMThey don't need to send a person to Vancouver to specifically do this. Don't be absurd. Someone could literally set up the camera phone before the game, leave it unattended, and then pick up the camera after the game.
LOL. That would be ridiculous and embarrassing.
Seriously, I can't believe people think these are good points. My lord... If you are going to stream, you make it a quality stream - and that might be worth it! Not something like a 5th grade dad does with his travel team.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on July 30, 2026, 10:41:34 AMThey don't need to send a person to Vancouver to specifically do this. Don't be absurd. Someone could literally set up the camera phone before the game, leave it unattended, and then pick up the camera after the game.
Sure you could, but that is going to be a very low-quality effort. Is that worth it? I'm sure for some, yes. Others, the answer would be a no.
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 10:48:15 AMSorry you couldn't understand them.
LOL. That would be ridiculous and embarrassing.
Seriously, I can't believe people think these are good points. My lord...
It would be neither. It would be simple and effective. Not everything needs an ESPN level production to promote the team.
I feel sad for you that had you thought about this topic for more than 3 entire seconds you'd probably agree with me. But you've made your opinion known so now instead of just admitting your first thought was kind of stupid, you're being snarky as usual. It's fine, but don't expect me to take you seriously on this topic since I know your heels are dug in, and admitting you're off base is an impossible ask.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 30, 2026, 10:46:21 AMWHY IS MARQUETTE STREAMING THIS FULL COURT VIEW? I CAN'T SEE ANYTHING! PURDUE HAS AN ACTUAL CAMERA OPERATOR!
Ah yes, the slipperly slope logical fallacy. Can't make everyone happy, so instead let's do nothing!
Quote from: RJax55 on July 30, 2026, 10:50:08 AMSure you could, but that is going to be a very low-quality effort. Is that worth it? I'm sure for some, yes. Others, the answer would be a no.
No one is forcing anyone to watch. If they don't like the free stream because it doesn't have commentary or a moving camera they can click the X in the upper right corner.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77L6z4xfIhg
Highlights finally
My three closest Marquette friends and I have a text chain going during every game. They also appreciate it when I relay news that I read here on Scoop. Most recently, they were glad I sent them a couple of summaries of the open practice that Scoopers generously provided. In other words, they are big MU hoops fans, even though they don't hang around here with all of us lunatics.
Had a stream of yesterday's game been available, each of them would have been interested. They might or might not have watched the whole thing, because they're not nuts like most of us here, but they definitely would have checked it out.
I am not "angry" that the stream wasn't made available, and it will not affect my support of the program one iota. I will still attend 2-3 games this season, as I would have whether or not MU streamed it.
But to me, it just makes sense to stream the games and to let fans know you're streaming the games. There is interest, some fans would watch, and it's easy to do. Purdue had no problem doing it.
Anyway, 18 played 18 minutes - eerie! That was more than either Fru or Nigel played, demonstrating once and for all that Shaka has an evil plan to start 18 at both center and point guard this season.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on July 30, 2026, 10:55:04 AMI feel sad for you that had you thought about this topic for more than 3 entire seconds you'd probably agree with me. But you've made your opinion known so now instead of just admitting your first thought was kind of stupid, you're being snarky as usual. It's fine, but don't expect me to take you seriously on this topic since I know your heels are dug in, and admitting you're off base is an impossible ask.
I completely don't agree with you.
Putting together a stream of a game certainly doesn't have to be ESPN quality. It can be local D3 school quality, of which there are many examples. And as I said above, that might be worth it. If Marquette decided to do that, more power to them. Purdue did this and I am sure Marquette could do as well.
But just setting up a phone in a corner? Nah. Watering down the brand to the point where it's the equivalent of grandma facetiming in a little league game is definitely NOT worth it.
What time is today's game at?
Quote from: The Sultan on July 30, 2026, 11:03:27 AMI completely don't agree with you.
Putting together a stream of a game certainly doesn't have to be ESPN quality. It can be local D3 school quality, of which there are many examples. And as I said above, that might be worth it. If Marquette decided to do that, more power to them. Purdue did this and I am sure Marquette could do as well.
But just setting up a phone in a corner? Nah. Watering down the brand to the point where it's the equivalent of grandma facetiming in a little league game is definitely NOT worth it.
That's okay, you don't have to agree.
But Marquette is sort of already watering down the brand. There are a ton of missed opportunities for fan engagement, and they don't seem to care or notice.
The gym they were at already had all the cameras and equipment set up — they just needed to hit 'go live.' There was no cost involved, or at most a negligible one. You can literally go on Hudl and look at Langley Christian's previously streamed games to see the setup was already in place. Pulling the feed a few hours before the ame was a MUBB or Shaka decision.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 30, 2026, 10:46:21 AMWHY IS MARQUETTE STREAMING THIS FULL COURT VIEW? I CAN'T SEE ANYTHING! PURDUE HAS AN ACTUAL CAMERA OPERATOR!
Ah, "the fans will bitch no matter what" defense.
Quote from: MUbiz on July 30, 2026, 11:13:12 AMThe gym they were at already had all the cameras and equipment set up — they just needed to hit 'go live.' There was no cost involved, or at most a negligible one. You can literally go on Hudl and look at Langley Christian's previously streamed games to see the setup was already in place. Pulling the feed a few hours before the game was a MUBB or Shaka decision.
And no one from MUBB nor Shaka are here to explain the decision and thus we'll never know the real reason. So, maybe the conversation can end? Please?
Quote from: BCHoopster on July 30, 2026, 11:11:04 AMWhat time is today's game at?
What difference does it make? It won't be streamed, and 18 is still on the team.
Quote from: MU82 on July 30, 2026, 11:02:06 AMAnyway, 18 played 18 minutes - eerie! That was more than either Fru or Nigel played, demonstrating once and for all that Shaka has an evil plan to start 18 at both center and point guard this season.
You saved the best part for the end. And 18 playing as PG?
Pure genius!Congrats on being one of the very few scoopers who comprehend how this game showcased our team and Shaka's strategy for this season. Jay Bee is another one.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 29, 2026, 08:02:09 AMWednesday, July 29 | 5 p.m. CT | Calgary
Thursday, July 30 | 9 p.m. CT | Trinity Western
Saturday, August 1 | 4 p.m. CT | Fraser Valley
Bump. Before another scooper asks about tomorrow's game time when the info has already been posted on this thread. ::)
Nvm. Missed the highlights were already posted.
Quote from: zcg2013 on July 30, 2026, 11:00:06 AMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77L6z4xfIhg
Highlights finally
Knowing they're posting highlights eliminates the 5% of me that cared that they weren't streaming the game.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on July 30, 2026, 10:00:50 AMIf Marquette charged $20 to stream it like Purdue, people would bitch about that.
WHY IS IT $20 WHEN IT WAS FREE IN 2019?!?!?!??!
Nailed it.
Also, the good news is that despite how awful everything about Marquette is run, causing fans to not renew season tickets, apparently there's still enough interest, despite not streaming 53 point wins and coming off of 20 loss seasons, to pay a portal player $4MM this offseason.
The idea that people will only spend money where that place has "an investment" in them (beyond taking their money) is really funny, though.
Quote from: BM1090 on July 30, 2026, 11:36:22 AMKnowing they're posting highlights eliminates the 5% of me that cared that they weren't streaming the game.
Agreed. It was a glorified scrimmage where the guys got some run in game lineups. Mission accomplished.
Given the level of competition (minimal), I wouldn't put much stock in Clark's production, given the time at which he entered the game.
I still laugh at posts here penciling in Crowdis for 14 mpg. His playing level currently is probably that of Calgary. With that said, he has a valuable practice role and a tremendous opportunity as he advances through the program.
Personally, I think we need to live stream more aspects of the basketball program. Boot watch cam at the subway? Al McGuire Center entrance cam? Sunday mass cam?
NM saw this was already addressed.
Quote from: JakeBarnes on July 30, 2026, 11:49:12 AMPersonally, I think we need to live stream more aspects of the basketball program. Boot watch cam at the subway? Al McGuire Center entrance cam? Sunday mass cam?
"Ugh, we're not even seeing inside the boot to see the scars or bruises. Does this program care about its fans?
Reeko has been axin for a shower cam
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 30, 2026, 11:57:28 AMReeko has been axin for a shower cam
I'm not the one that hung out in gyms watching teenagers play basketball.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 30, 2026, 11:15:49 AMAh, "the fans will bitch no matter what" defense.
And boy, will they ever.
Quote from: MU82 on July 30, 2026, 11:02:06 AMAnyway, 18 played 18 minutes - eerie! That was more than either Fru or Nigel played, demonstrating once and for all that Shaka has an evil plan to start 18 at both center and point guard this season.
I know it was against very bad competition, but his stat line was insane! Fair to say he's a lock for MIP in the BE / country.
Quote from: brewcity77 on July 29, 2026, 08:23:46 PMWades is the one happy to not watch.
But it's not an exhibition tour in July, it's how they approach everything with the program.
Have you given consideration to writing a strongly worded letter to Shaka?
I know I'm going way off topic discussing the actual games, but... I wonder if there might be some legit D1 players on any of these teams Shaka might be intersted in bringing in. When we played in Vancouver in 2007, a kid who went against us for Douglass College, Bol Kong, dropped 26 on us and ended up at Gonzaga. When our group who went up there to see the team talked to TC he was very intrigued by the kid.
Quote from: wadesworld on July 30, 2026, 12:04:00 PMAnd boy, will they ever.
Best circular argument ever.
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on July 30, 2026, 01:21:26 PMI know I'm going way off topic discussing the actual games, but... I wonder if there might be some legit D1 players on any of these teams Shaka might be intersted in bringing in. When we played in Vancouver in 2007, a kid who went against us for Douglass College, Bol Kong, dropped 26 on us and ended up at Gonzaga. When our group who went up there to see the team talked to TC he was very intrigued by the kid.
Stop.
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on July 30, 2026, 01:21:26 PMI know I'm going way off topic discussing the actual games, but... I wonder if there might be some legit D1 players on any of these teams Shaka might be intersted in bringing in. When we played in Vancouver in 2007, a kid who went against us for Douglass College, Bol Kong, dropped 26 on us and ended up at Gonzaga. When our group who went up there to see the team talked to TC he was very intrigued by the kid.
Maybe we could trade 18 for one of the Canadian players in Vancouver.
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on July 30, 2026, 01:21:26 PMI know I'm going way off topic discussing the actual games, but... I wonder if there might be some legit D1 players on any of these teams Shaka might be intersted in bringing in. When we played in Vancouver in 2007, a kid who went against us for Douglass College, Bol Kong, dropped 26 on us and ended up at Gonzaga. When our group who went up there to see the team talked to TC he was very intrigued by the kid.
Not on Calgary.
Quote from: SchnitzelBoy on July 30, 2026, 09:29:08 AMAre we collectively melting down that Clark came off the bench AFTER Caedin Hamilton?
Of course not. We all knew this would be the case for now. Eventually SS may figure it out, but not this early. We've seen this before.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 30, 2026, 11:15:49 AMAh, "the fans will bitch no matter what" defense.
It's ironic that you are here, in this thread, and don't agree with this
Quote from: BM1090 on July 30, 2026, 11:36:22 AMKnowing they're posting highlights eliminates the 5% of me that cared that they weren't streaming the game.
And watching the first half of those highlights was enough to make me turn it off and realize I wouldn't bother to watch these "games" even if they were streaming them.
Quote from: Scoop Snoop on July 30, 2026, 11:28:21 AMBump. Before another scooper asks about tomorrow's game time when the info has already been posted on this thread. ::)
When is tomorrow's game? Wait, there is no game tomorrow.
Quote from: wadesworld on July 30, 2026, 12:04:00 PMAnd boy, will they ever.
You literally defend every single thing this program does.
Quote from: Small Orange Soda on July 30, 2026, 05:24:16 PMYou literally defend every single thing this program does.
Some people complain about everything the program does.
Fans aren't rational
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 30, 2026, 05:25:26 PMSome people complain about everything the program does.
Fans aren't rational
Two sides of the same coin, I suppose.
Quote from: Small Orange Soda on July 30, 2026, 05:38:18 PMTwo sides of the same coin, I suppose.
With inflation out of control, it's a lot of coins
Quote from: Small Orange Soda on July 30, 2026, 05:24:16 PMYou literally defend every single thing this program does.
I don't know what this means. But the program under Shaka has been pretty awesome so while I'm assuming this was meant to be a sick burn, it's a pretty nice compliment.
Hey does anyone know if tonight's game is being streamed anywhere? Haven't seen anything about it. Would think there'd be more discussion about it.
but you would prefer having hot dogs versus not having them at a scrimmage I bet...
Quote from: ATL MU Warrior on July 30, 2026, 04:48:23 PMAnd watching the first half of those highlights was enough to make me turn it off and realize I wouldn't bother to watch these "games" even if they were streaming them.
Anyone got a line for the game? Seeing nothing on MGM.
There was no SOTG. Obviously scoop does not care about the Marquette fan base. It would take no effort to have a SOTG, yet silence from scoop.
Why did they make the game so late?
Half you guys won't have the energy to stay up and watch it.
Especially because you've exerted so much being fired up about it all day
Quote from: pbiflyer on July 30, 2026, 06:17:31 PMHey does anyone know if tonight's game is being streamed anywhere? Haven't seen anything about it. Would think there'd be more discussion about it.
Would be if we weren't intentionally trying to alienate our fanbase. It's no longer institutional incompetence, it's mindful decisions.
Quote from: wadesworld on July 30, 2026, 05:47:25 PMI don't know what this means. But the program under Shaka has been pretty awesome so while I'm assuming this was meant to be a sick burn, it's a pretty nice compliment.
I'm glad you think possessing no critical thinking skills is a nice compliment.
Man, the relentless bickerers in this thread could really use a hobby or two!!
Quote from: MUWarrior11 on July 30, 2026, 08:07:44 PMMan, the relentless bickerers in this thread could really use a hobby or two!!
This is their primary hobby.
Quote from: pbiflyer on July 30, 2026, 06:49:42 PMThere was no SOTG. Obviously scoop does not care about the Marquette fan base. It would take no effort to have a SOTG, yet silence from scoop.
It's summer and the MODS are on vacation so there is no SOTG when the MODS are on vacation.
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 30, 2026, 08:12:40 PMThis is their primary hobby.
It probably requires more athletic ability than pickeball, though.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on July 30, 2026, 08:29:34 PMIt's summer and the MODS are on vacation so there is no SOTG when the MODS are on vacation.
After posting lots of live stats all night I made a command decision and declared Parham as SOTG because of all the good basketball things he did.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on July 30, 2026, 08:29:34 PMIt's summer and the MODS are on vacation so there is no SOTG when the MODS are on vacation.
They have satellite internet on the mega yacht. They just don't care about us hard core fans!
Same starters. Damarius the first off the bench (in for Nolan).
I like that.
Except that we're getting steamrolled.
Put 18 in to stop the steam rolling
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 30, 2026, 09:13:53 PMSame starters. Damarius the first off the bench (in for Nolan).
I like that.
Except that we're getting steamrolled.
Western Reserve has fully arrived in MKE. LFG.
25-18 after 1, MU.
Nigel 9 minutes, Fru 10 minutes, Hamilton 0 minutes in the first half. Saving his best players for when games mean something.
Not seeing a link to live stats for this one. I'd appreciate if someone would post it.
Quote from: MU82 on July 30, 2026, 09:59:23 PMNot seeing a link to live stats for this one. I'd appreciate if someone would post it.
https://gospartans.ca/sidearmstats/mbball/summary;team=away
https://gospartans.ca/sidearmstats/mbball/team-stats;period=F
Why has no one asked if they are selling hot dogs there???
Nigel with only 9 mins. He ok?
Quote from: JakeBarnes on July 30, 2026, 10:17:03 PMNigel with only 9 mins. He ok?
We'd know if the team didn't neglect its fans.
MU on a 17-2 run to start the second half. 320 left in the third quarter
All of our shooters are deep bench guys.
Bummer.
#CantShoot
30 point win
Parham with a dub-dub. 15 and 13 and toss in three blocks.
SOTG
free throw percentage horrific again
Quote from: pbiflyer on July 30, 2026, 10:05:12 PMWhy has no one asked if they are selling hot dogs there???
Never gets old.
Quote from: wadesworld on July 30, 2026, 10:18:49 PMWe'd know if the team didn't neglect its fans.
Never gets old.
Quote from: Jay Bee on July 30, 2026, 10:29:58 PMAll of our shooters are deep bench guys.
Bummer.
#CantShoot
Parham and Nigel are adequate shooters. Stevens should be solid as well. It would be nice to have some of the predicted rotation guys be outstanding shooters. But still think this team is top 25 good without a sniper,
https://youtu.be/T5StDrxJZ80?si=4UsG3ReFG8PplSag
Only 5 min. for Ham??? What the...
Quote from: mileskishnish72 on July 31, 2026, 07:04:20 AMOnly 5 min. for Ham??? What the...
Peace offering from SS to me. #blessed
In Shaka's press conference he said Purdue was only up 7 against these guys with 5 minutes left.
Therefore we're better than Purdue and we're officially back!!!
Quote from: Badgerhater on July 30, 2026, 10:50:46 PM30 point win
Parham with a dub-dub. 15 and 13 and toss in three blocks.
SOTG
RP could very well have a 🦣 season.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on July 31, 2026, 12:32:48 AMParham and Nigel are adequate shooters. Stevens should be solid as well. It would be nice to have some of the predicted rotation guys be outstanding shooters. But still think this team is top 25 good without a sniper,
It's a legitimate concern, Shooter. I've advocated for a prime-time sniper/bucket getter (from distance), since April.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 31, 2026, 08:56:00 AMIt's a legitimate concern, Shooter. I've advocated for a prime-time sniper/bucket getter (from distance), since April.
Definitely would make the team more well rounded Muggs. No dispute there.
Looking at the highlights of both games I see good movement and aggressivenes on both ends of the court...that of course is tempered with highlights don't show when things don't work.
What is shown though is neither opponent had any size...so lots of currently easy things won't be easy against real competition.
Nevertheless...great opportunity for lineups to work together early on.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 31, 2026, 08:54:15 AMRP could very well have a 🦣 season.
You think Royce will be extinct by the end of the season?
Quote from: Juan Anderson's Mixtape on July 31, 2026, 09:14:00 AMYou think Royce will be extinct by the end of the season?
No just hairy and hunted by smaller more intelligent animals.
Quote from: Juan Anderson's Mixtape on July 31, 2026, 09:14:00 AMYou think Royce will be extinct by the end of the season?
They're coming back. De-Extinction is real. And I'm trying very hard for Colossal BioSciences to bring back the Great Auk as well. Tremendously cool animal.
The level of competition needs to be taken into consideration. But these same guys played Purdue tighter than MU did, so that's not a bad sign for our guys.
Clark overtaking Hamilton on the depth chart is the main bright spot from this game. I could get used to seeing easy buckets off of Clark jammers. Looks like he's moving more fluidly and his increased size is noticeable.
Also, Adrien Stevens looks like a leader when Nigel is off the court (judging from the highlights).
Royce looks dominant in these games. None of these bigs can match his athleticism and he gets to the rim with ease. Hoping that can become a bigger part of his game, especially if the 3-point shot keeps falling the way it was towards the end of the season. Loving the offensive rebounds from Royce + Fru, I really hope it translates to in-season competition.
Hoping/assuming MPIII can hit 3-pointers at a better clip than he's showing in these games. That shot looks like it's going in every time it leaves his hands.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on July 31, 2026, 09:15:21 AMNo just hairy and hunted by smaller more intelligent animals.
I would tread lightly. 🦣 🦣 besmirching is totally unacceptable.
Quote from: Badgerhater on July 31, 2026, 09:04:10 AMLooking at the highlights of both games I see good movement and aggressivenes on both ends of the court...that of course is tempered with highlights don't show when things don't work.
What is shown though is neither opponent had any size...so lots of currently easy things won't be easy against real competition.
Nevertheless...great opportunity for lineups to work together early on.
Nice post. The bolded is far too often ignored. Thanks for adding it.
Stevens looks like our best 3 pt shooter at the moment.
MP2 should be our best one but seems to be rushing or something. If he can get the game to slow down just a touch, we are in for big things.
Minnesale and Royce will add nicely to the 3s made.
Need more out of the other guys. DO seems to be hitting a decent clip based on highlights.
Quote from: JakeBarnes on July 30, 2026, 10:17:03 PMNigel with only 9 mins. He ok?
I'm fine with limiting his time against weak competition. The last thing we need is for him to get injured in meaningless games.
Shaka used 18 ahead of 8 in the first game and 8 ahead of 18 in the second game. Not sure we're getting an accurate read of what the regular-season depth chart will be at that position.
There will be a few opponents whose height gives Marquette problems, but against most teams, MU should be tall enough. Fru and Parham aren't short, and they're good around the basket. When Owens plays 3, he will be as tall and athletic as most opposing 3s; same with Phillips. Minessale is a tall guard. Stevens is pretty tall. Nigel can sky.
Those were some ugly 3-point shooting numbers, exacerbated by tons of misses by Phillips and Minessale. Hoping each is better when November arrives. But Minessale shot under 31% from 3 in two seasons at St. Thomas, so maybe it's too much to hope that he can be at 35%+. Otherwise, his game has looked really good in the videos - aggressive drives to the hoop, made layups and some good dishes.
Quote from: mileskishnish72 on July 31, 2026, 07:04:20 AMOnly 5 min. for Ham??? What the...
Shaka saving 18's legs for the regular season
Competition level makes most of these stat lines noise, but 3PT% usually holds up regardless of opponent. Lets take a look...15-58 oh..
#panic
Quote from: JTJ3 on July 31, 2026, 06:49:42 AMhttps://youtu.be/T5StDrxJZ80?si=4UsG3ReFG8PplSag
Clark with a baby hook at the 35 second mark was nice to see - looked pretty smooth.
Quote from: Tha Hound on July 31, 2026, 11:36:48 AMCompetition level makes most of these stat lines noise, but 3PT% usually holds up regardless of opponent. Lets take a look...15-58 oh..
#panic
Not ideal. I was having some PTSD last night after the game when I saw the FT and 3 point shooting percentages. There is time to figure it out, but we will get punished against high majors shooting like that.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on July 31, 2026, 11:42:16 AMClark with a baby hook at the 35 second mark was nice to see - looked pretty smooth.
I don't recall any press releases saying Clark was doing 10,000 hook shots this summer, so good on him for figuring it out.
Looks like they were going against a zone defense. I'd bet Nolan's 3 point attempts go way down when not facing a zone.
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on July 31, 2026, 10:51:09 AMI'm fine with limiting his time against weak competition. The last thing we need is for him to get injured in meaningless games.
NJ was in foul trouble or he would've played.
So, Shaka wasn't limiting his time.
Speaking of PTSD, I would hope in future they can avoid putting together highlight packages that contain missed bunnies (see 1:20).
(https://64.media.tumblr.com/93df0f8aac448abe45cad3758ecf86c2/tumblr_pm6nikwzmH1scxiy5_540.gif)
Quote from: JakeBarnes on July 31, 2026, 10:15:29 AMStevens looks like our best 3 pt shooter at the moment.
MP2 should be our best one but seems to be rushing or something. If he can get the game to slow down just a touch, we are in for big things.
Minnesale and Royce will add nicely to the 3s made.
Need more out of the other guys. DO seems to be hitting a decent clip based on highlights.
No mention of Nigel? NJ was arguably our second-best shooter from deep last year.
Quote from: K1 Lover on July 31, 2026, 04:36:09 PMNo mention of Nigel? NJ was arguably our second-best shooter from deep last year.
Yeah and his shot is simple and repeatable. He'll never be a sniper but I'd be surprised if he's not a consistently good shooter.
Quote from: MUbiz on July 31, 2026, 11:45:00 AMNot ideal. I was having some PTSD last night after the game when I saw the FT and 3 point shooting percentages. There is time to figure it out, but we will get punished against high majors shooting like that.
Quote from: Tha Hound on July 31, 2026, 11:36:48 AMCompetition level makes most of these stat lines noise, but 3PT% usually holds up regardless of opponent. Lets take a look...15-58 oh..
#panic
NJ shot 35%, Adrien 38% and Royce 33% from 3 last season. The team shot just 31% from 3 last season; that with Chase at 29% and Gold at 27%. Our 3 returners are not sharp shooters but their not bad and should keep defenses honest.
Quote from: Scoop Snoop on July 31, 2026, 09:49:21 AMNice post. The bolded is far too often ignored. Thanks for adding it.
Thank you
Quote from: K1 Lover on July 31, 2026, 04:36:09 PMNo mention of Nigel? NJ was arguably our second-best shooter from deep last year.
Guess this is my moment of "who is a shooter" like the old Greg Elliot debate.
Nigel did shoot well enough to keep defenders honest.
I don't mean this in the wrong way, but it's effin Minessale and F**king Greg Elliott.
Thank you for reading,
Mr. O'Tule
Quote from: We R Final Four on July 31, 2026, 12:44:15 PMNJ was in foul trouble or he would've played.
So, Shaka wasn't limiting his time.
I'm not talking about this specific game in this specific circumstance; I'm talking about this whole trip. He shouldn't get more than 20 mpg up in the Great White North.
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on August 01, 2026, 10:43:41 AMI'm not talking about this specific game in this specific circumstance; I'm talking about this whole trip. He shouldn't get more than 20 mpg up in the Great White North.
Take off ya hoser !
Quote from: pbiflyer on August 01, 2026, 11:01:30 AMTake off ya hoser !
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/2/28/Bob_and_Doug_McKenzie.jpg)
Appears that Stevens is unavailable today
https://gocascades.ca/sidearmstats/mbball/individual;team=away
Got sick
https://x.com/marquettembb/status/2083658091837448224?s=61
#DO2N
30-14 after one.
Nigel with 10....
Not even a comment about the game from the people outraged it wasn't streamed. Weak.
102-65 final.
Prostate issues.
Quote from: pbiflyer on August 01, 2026, 05:57:01 PMNot even a comment about the game from the people outraged it wasn't streamed. Weak.
102-65 final.
If MU can't be bothered to stream it (or actually, actively got a stream removed), they can't be bothered to follow the game.
Phillips had a nice bounce back after the rough 2nd game.
Per the box score I cannot recommend a 3-peat for Parham as SOTG. James, Fru and Phillips edge him out....not a bad problem to have.
Quote from: MuMark on August 01, 2026, 07:12:31 PMPhillips had a nice bounce back after the rough 2nd game.
BAM.
Looks like we shot decent from 3 for one game.
Quote from: tower912 on August 01, 2026, 06:16:05 PMProstate issues.
Well when you need periscope to watch your 77 inch flat screen you have every right to complain. ;D
By the way where are the highlights for the last game?
https://youtu.be/yizyDK90G-g?is=S9guaYQNmg9Str2Z
Doesn't matter - they only show the good highlights.
Big EGB moment for #18 at the :50 min mark in the video for those searching them out.
Quote from: wadesworld on August 02, 2026, 08:12:06 AMhttps://youtu.be/yizyDK90G-g?is=S9guaYQNmg9Str2Z
Is there a link to the box?
Quote from: mileskishnish72 on August 02, 2026, 11:28:11 AMIs there a link to the box?
https://gomarquette.com/documents/2026/8/1/boxscore_20260801_0655.pdf
Thanks, Flyer.
Quote from: pbiflyer on August 02, 2026, 02:06:37 PMhttps://gomarquette.com/documents/2026/8/1/boxscore_20260801_0655.pdf
Good to see the newcomers rebounding well. Wondering if Kaden VanderVelden is related to Logan from 1990s 🏀 UWGB Fighting Phoenix lore?!
Feel like these games are gonna help seeding.
Quote from: JakeBarnes on August 03, 2026, 09:15:12 AMFeel like these games are gonna help seeding.
We have added 3 Quadrant 5 wins to our tournament resume.
Quote from: Bahama on August 03, 2026, 09:41:51 AMWe have added 3 Quadrant 5 wins to our tournament resume.
Shame we don't play ND this year. Could have jad 4 q5 wins
Quote from: JakeBarnes on August 03, 2026, 09:15:12 AMFeel like these games are gonna help seeding.
They would've but the seeding committee couldn't watch them because Shaka wanted to alienate his fanbase over anything else.
Quote from: wadesworld on August 03, 2026, 02:43:06 PMThey would've but the seeding committee couldn't watch them because Shaka wanted to alienate his fanbase over anything else.
I am certain there are some well placed moles there.
None of the players or the system has ever been scouted. MU is going to surprise the world early November.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on August 03, 2026, 02:51:41 PMNone of the players or the system has ever been scouted. MU is going to surprise the world early November.
The world isnt ready for the 3 man weave.
Quote from: JakeBarnes on August 03, 2026, 02:51:02 PMI am certain there are some well placed moles there.
Sadly they slipped into low glycemic comas because hot dogs were not sold at the games.
Quote from: JakeBarnes on August 03, 2026, 05:36:54 PMThe world isnt ready for the 3 man weave.
At my first practice as a middle-school head coach, my son and daughter (who were both former HS starters) and I demonstrated the 3-man weave in an effort to teach it to the players. We might as well have been trying to teach them how to split atoms.
https://youtu.be/Hm_Bo9idt2g?si=cPdWKZtR_ZQDBFtH
Quote from: MU82 on August 03, 2026, 10:09:10 PMAt my first practice as a middle-school head coach, my son and daughter (who were both former HS starters) and I demonstrated the 3-man weave in an effort to teach it to the players. We might as well have been trying to teach them how to split atoms.
the first day is usually the time they can show off to everybody what a great shooter they are, and jack up threes like they're Curry.
Had a rule that a player had to make 5 layups in a row before they could start launching bombs.
Quote from: MU82 on August 03, 2026, 10:09:10 PMAt my first practice as a middle-school head coach, my son and daughter (who were both former HS starters) and I demonstrated the 3-man weave in an effort to teach it to the players. We might as well have been trying to teach them how to split atoms.
A friend of mine coached a Middle School aged team (not part of a school district). He explained to one kid the importance of getting his arms up high to block shots. The kid kept his arms up the
entire time after he was put back into the game, even when no one was near him. ;D