Todd Lopez

Married to J-Lo (@jennlopezrph) & father of two not so little ones, Brett & Kate.

[KJ @KJScouting]

Marquette’s Nigel James Jr is set to be one of the most intriguing returning NBA Draft prospects in college basketball next season.

James had a standout Freshman season where he averaged 16/3/5 and 2 SPG, while also shooting 47% from the field and 35% from three. James also averaged 19/4/6 while shooting 49% from the field and 39% from three in Big East play.

James is set to be one of the best players in all of college basketball next season with his mix of finishing, shooting, athleticism, playmaking, defensive versatility, pace, and motor.

James had one of the highest rim pressure rates for a High Major Freshman ever and uses his burst, handle, pace, and athleticism to get to his spots and create for himself and his teammates. James is also a high level off ball player who shot 45% on catch and shoot threes and in the defensive end is extremely active.

Nigel and Trae Young were also the only freshmen since 2008 to have an AST% of 35, make 100 shots at the rim, and make 40 threes.

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

Definitely worth a watch

[Judge Stephen Dillard @JudgeDillard]

Every American should watch every second of this video.

Thank you, @BenSasse.

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

@PaintTouches 1. Nigel James Jr split in the St. John’s game
2. Alley-oop from Nigel James Jr —> Chase Ross on the fast break
3. Nigel James Jr windmill dunk

Honorable Mention: Team - Dominant play against Creighton by playing Marquette Basketball! 🏀

#mubb

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

@BE_GoldenEagle The future is bright….keep building…#mubb

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

@TheCheeseKing__ 3/7 on IR for the playoffs

[Savanah Tujague 🇺🇸🇦🇷 @savanah2j]

This is one of the best videos I’ve ever seen.

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

@kirawontmiss Infinity ♾️

[Marquette University @MarquetteU]

Prayer For Memorial Day:

Blessed are you, Lord God,
Whose love invites and sanctifies our own loving surrender of self. 
Your Son teaches that there is no greater love than to lay down our life for our friends. 

As we recall and remember those who gave their lives for us,
For our communities,
For our nations,
We invoke your blessings upon them.

May they find eternal life with you.
And may their sacrifices be united to the sacrifice of your Son,
That they may share in His Paschal Victory. 
And may we all find inspiration in your Spirit to give ourselves completely in love. 
We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen. 

By Rev. Nathaniel Romano, S.J.

[Coach AJ 🎯 Mental Fitness @coachajkings]

Phil Jackson said, "Leadership is not about forcing your will on others. It's about mastering the art of letting go."

Great leaders believe they serve the team.

Leadership isn't about receiving - it's about giving and supporting the team.

Servant leadership is the art of letting to and realizing that the power of leadership is empowering others, caring for others, and giving the team what they need.

6 Habits to Master Servant Leadership:
1. Let go and Empower Others - This is the art of letting go as a leader. You have to have faith and trust in your team. Empower them, love them, and care for them. You have to be smart, tough, and use good judgment. It should be easy to serve them and want to see them at their best.

2. Believe in People and Their Potential - See the best in others and believe in them. When you believe in people, you build their confidence, motivate, and inspire. Have faith in their capabilities and their potential. When you recognize that each individual has unique strengths and talents, you create an environment where their skills can be developed and utilized.

3. Connect and View Other People's Perspectives - Ask people for their opinions and feedback. Be empathetic and actively listen to their point of view. This approach builds deeper connections and helps in addressing their needs effectively. This is important because it allows you to connect and build relationships with people. When you walk in their shoes, you show that you care.

4. Add Value to Others - It’s easy to just sit back and wait around, but you need to take action. Add value and serve people means taking action. You need to help people get to where they need to be. Focus on what you can do for your team rather than what they can do for you. Your greatest achievement is helping others succeed.

5. Measure Success by the Team's Success, Not Your Own - It isn't about what you can accomplish, but asking what can we accomplish together. Ask yourself what can we build together that is special and can last? The goal should be to make it bigger than just the bottom line, whether that is winning games or making money. Your collective success is the true reflection of effective leadership.

6. Earn Respect Through Your Actions - It shouldn't just be about yourself, but it should be about the team. Demonstrate your commitment through your actions. You should have a great attitude, be collaborative, and work together. If you can help each other accomplish what you need then you have a chance to be great.

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

@JimMcIlvaine It was great running into you at the CLT airport and was great that my MU (now sophomore) son got to meet you. Thanks for taking the time to chat. I think it was the first time he and his 6’1” height felt short!

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

#BeTheDifference #mubb #WeAreMarquette

[Derek Deprey @derekdeprey]

💡 What if we tracked energy at work the same way we track performance?

A few years ago, I came across a concept from @MarquetteMBB basketball @CoachShakaSmart that stuck with me: Energy-Generating Behaviors (EGBs).

His definition? “Anything a player does that gives energy to the team.”

High-fives. Celebrating a teammate. Words of encouragement.

My family and I go to a lot of Marquette games, and I’m telling you… EGBs aren’t just a buzzword. You see them.

Shaka’s teams constantly lift each other up... they build momentum through the little things most people overlook.

And here’s one of my favorite examples 🏀 In one of his very first practices at @muathletics that I attended, Shaka challenged star forward @realdavidjoplin to a plank walk. And he won.

That’s EGB leadership in motion! Not just telling, but showing.

Energy. Effort. Example.

It got me thinking… What if leaders in business tracked energy like they track performance?

Here’s my version for today’s managers and aspiring leaders: An EGB is any action that lifts the energy of your coworkers.

At work, that might look like:
⚡ Asking for input so everyone feels included
⚡ Checking in when someone seems off
⚡ Sharing a helpful resource with no strings attached
⚡ Jumping in to help… even if it’s not your job
⚡ Offering sincere praise for effort, not just outcomes
⚡ Adding humor when the mood needs a lift

These aren’t just feel-good gestures. They’re leadership behaviors... and they shape culture.

Energy is a leadership skill. You can model it. Practice it. Build it into your team’s rhythm.

The best leaders don’t just manage tasks. They energize people.

So here’s your gut check 👉 Who felt more seen, heard, supported, or energized because of me today?

That’s leadership in motion @marquette @MUOverload.

[Marquette Basketball @MarquetteMBB]

Join us in wishing a happy birthday to our very own @CoachShakaSmart!

#MUBB | #WeAreMarquette

[Lisa Joplin @LisaLjoplin22]

Love this so much 💙💛🥹

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

@JimMcIlvaine There was a dominant rim protector in the early 90s. He’d be pretty good. 😉🏀 #mubb

[Paint Touches @PaintTouches]

When you can't respond to facts with data of your own, much easier to just ignore them altogether.

Be kind.

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

@PaintTouches In the NFL, that would be targeting. At MSG against St. John’s, its play on…ridiculous

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

Newest drummer in the band! #mubb

[Barstool Marquette @MarqStool]

DWADE LOVED THE MARQUETTE WIN

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

@DwyaneWade continues to be an amazing person and knows how to #BeTheDifference with his generosity!

I’m so proud to have him as an alum of Marquette! #WeAreMarquette

[Marquette University @MarquetteU]

🦅 Kennedi Luckett, a freshman at Marquette University, gets a surprise meeting with @DwyaneWade — and learns she is the very first Wade Scholar and recipient of a room and board scholarship! #WeAreMarquette
https://t.co/4wG1hNj7Wv

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

@BE_GoldenEagle Definitely hasn’t been a friendly whistle for MU in Big East play (Home or Away). Stevie did get fouled on the rebound at the end of regulation and so did Chase on the last second turnover in OT.

[Todd Lopez @mutodd5]

Thank you @DwyaneWade & @DienerTravis for your continued support of our program!

#MUBB
#BeTheDifference
#WeAreMarquette

[Marquette Basketball @MarquetteMBB]

“Don’t leave nothing in the tank”
-@DwyaneWade

#MUBB | #WeAreMarquette