Paint Touches

Everyone knows Buzz Williams doesn’t play freshmen. It’s been obvious to any observer the past five years and became even more so in a study by Dan Hammer on RealGM showing that Buzz plays freshmen less than any other coach in the country giving them only 8 percent of possible minutes. It’s very convincing and […]

Jameel McKay had yet to suit up for one game at Marquette before declaring his intention to transfer on Twitter. After long talk with family I will be transferring from MU great place and program now I’m looking forward to searching for a new Home — FromRags2Riches (@ShowTime_McKay) October 17, 2013 I appreciate coaching staff […]

Buzz Williams rarely finds himself confused, especially when it comes to his own team. What has made Marquette successful during his tenure as head coach is understanding the ins and outs of his players and being able to communicate both on a personal and business level. He’s had his fair share of J’s and D’s, […]

In early May, Juan Anderson felt at home. And that’s, well, because he was. Finals at Marquette were done. The basketball season had concluded March 30, over a month ago. And Anderson had finalized his release from Buzz Williams’ program on April 15. There wasn’t anywhere else he would be. They say home is where […]

Of all the high-school athletes and junior-college prospects Marquette purses on the recruiting trail, there’s a select few Buzz Williams has written down as part of his monthly calendar that he refers to as “real dudes.” Interest is one thing; even offering a scholarship to a player means something, but not until a player shows […]

This is final installment of an exclusive six-part series documenting how Marquette head coach Buzz Williams has grown since he took over the helm in 2008. Part I (Sept. 9): Four dusty corners: Where it all began Part II (Sept. 16): Bringing order to a chaotic life, one day at a time Part III (Sept. 24): Buzz Williams: […]