SCHEDULE REPORTS: Georgetown 2024 BIG EAST Schedule News

INTRODUCTION

After participating in an exciting 2023 BIG EAST Conference basketball season, Georgetown University now eagerly awaits the release of its 2024 schedule as they look forward to another competitive year on the court. With a talented roster returning, fans are excited to see how the Hoyas will fare in the upcoming season.

THE 2024 BIG EAST SCHEDULE

The BIG EAST Conference released its full 2024 men's basketball schedule, featuring a challenging slate of games for Georgetown University. The Hoyas will open their conference schedule on December 31st against DePaul at home, followed by a road contest at Xavier on January 5th. Georgetown will also face off against conference heavyweights such as Villanova, UConn, and Creighton during the regular season.

The Hoyas will play a total of 20 conference games, with 10 home games and 10 away games. The full conference schedule provides a balance of home and away games, allowing the Hoyas to showcase their talents both at home and on the road.

KEY MATCHUPS

The 2024 BIG EAST schedule features several key matchups for Georgetown. The Hoyas will face off against Villanova, the defending national champions, twice during the regular season. The first meeting will take place at home on January 19th, while the second meeting will be on the road on February 23rd.

Georgetown will also face off against UConn, who reached the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 in 2023. The Hoyas will host the Huskies on February 9th and travel to Connecticut on March 2nd for the second matchup.

RETURNING PLAYERS

Georgetown will return several key players from the 2023 season, including senior guard Primo Spears and junior forward Brandon Murray. Spears, the team's leading scorer last season, will be relied upon to provide leadership and steady play.

Murray, who emerged as a force on both ends of the court, will be expected to continue his strong play and contribute in all aspects of the game. The Hoyas will also welcome the addition of several talented recruits who are expected to make an immediate impact.

COACHING STAFF

Patrick Ewing, who has been at the helm of the Georgetown men's basketball program since 2017, will return for his sixth season as head coach. Ewing, a Georgetown legend and Naismith Hall of Famer, will look to lead the Hoyas to a successful 2024 season.

Ewing will be assisted by a staff of experienced coaches, including Louis Orr, Robert Kirby, and Akbar Waheed. The coaching staff will work together to prepare the Hoyas for the challenges of the upcoming season and guide them towards success.

CONCLUSION

The Georgetown Hoyas are eagerly awaiting the release of their 2024 BIG EAST schedule as they prepare for another exciting season of basketball. With a talented roster returning and a challenging conference slate, the Hoyas are poised to make a statement in the BIG EAST and beyond.

Fans can expect a competitive and entertaining season as Georgetown looks to build on its success from the 2023 season and make a run deep into the NCAA Tournament. The full schedule will be released soon, so stay tuned for more updates.