Marquette’s Acker Rejoins Marquette Golden Eagles

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Published: August 30, 2009

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... team after leaving two months ago to focus on his studies.  Acker, a senior, was on track to graduate in the fall but will need to take a couple more classes in the spring to graduate on time.  Because of this, he re-joins the rebuilding Golden Eagles the week before classes start.

 

Last season, Acker averaged 2.8 points and 1.8 assists and played a key role in the Golden Eagles’ season after starting point guard Dominic James went down with a broken foot.  The 5-foot-7 junior took over starting responsibilities and averaged 5.3 points in those starts, including 12 against Villanova in the Big East Tournament.

The main question for the Golden Eagles this season is how they will rebound after the losses of James, Jerel McNeal, and Wesley Matthews.  The three seniors led Marquette to 94 wins during their time and were the face of Marquette basketball all four years of their careers.

Their leadership and example were a staple of...

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