A sea of pink filled McGrath-Phillips arena for Friday’s DePaul and St. John’s matchup — in honor of former NC State Coach Kay Yow, who battled with breast cancer. The Kay Foundation has raised awareness for breast cancer research since 2004. Through generous donations the foundation has raised funds, which have led to scientific research to fight breast cancer and find a cure for the disease.
The DePaul Blue Demons needed every bit of Brooke Schulte’s 24 point,10 rebound performance on Friday to take a 54-51 win in the heated Big East showdown. Last time these teams met at McGrath Phillips, St.