Marquette Catholic Girls Hoops: Building on a 17–5 Season with Coach Kettmann

The Marquette Catholic Defenders Girls Basketball program is coming off a phenomenal 17–5 season, including a perfect 12–0 run through the Tri-Rivers Conference (East Division) to capture a conference championship. Now, the Defenders turn the page with big goals, new leaders, and plenty of excitement heading into the 2025 season.Coach Kettmann joins the Dubuque Area Sports Podcast to reflect on last year’s conference title, highlight the returning award winners and experienced starters, introduce promising newcomers, and discuss the challenge — and opportunity — of replacing the team’s top two scorers, who combined for 29 points per game last season.From program culture to offseason growth to a preview of what Defender fans can expect on both ends of the court, this episode offers a full inside look at one of the area’s most competitive small-school programs.A must-listen for Defenders fans and Tri-Rivers basketball followers!