Marquette opens season with decisive win over Mercyhurst

Marquette secured a strong 78-43 victory against Mercyhurst in their season opener on November 2, 2026. The Golden Eagles jumped to a quick 15-2 lead within the first six minutes and maintained control throughout the game. Josh Clark led Marquette with 18 points, while Sananda Fru contributed with 12 rebounds. Marquette's defense limited Mercyhurst to just 27% shooting, allowing only 0.67 points per possession. The Golden Eagles will next face Detroit Mercy at the McGuire Center on November 4 following this commanding performance.

• 4:29 AMYahoo Sports — 1-0: RV Marquette 78, Mercyhurst 43