NEW YORK -- The BIG EAST went a perfect 8-0 over the past week which was highlighted by four teams representing the league in the national rankings. Denver stayed steady around No. 6/5, Villanova also stayed strong at No. 7 in both polls, Marquette is ranked No. 18/19 and Georgetown jumped into rankings at No. 17.
No. 18/19 Marquette started the weekend with an 8-7 overtime win over Ohio State in Michigan on Friday afternoon. John Wagner scored with 1:18 remaining in overtime to give the Golden Eagles the win. Marquette led 7-5 entering the fourth quarter.