Michael McCleary

Michael McCleary

Michael McCleary is a contributor for Hoops HQ based in Madison, Wisconsin. A 2020 Syracuse University graduate, he has covered college athletics in central New York, South Dakota and Indianapolis before relocating to Madison. In addition to contributing for Hoops HQ, he covers the University of Wisconsin men's basketball team for the Wisconsin State Journal. He's been a member of the US Basketball Writers Association since 2023.
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Bruce Thornton is a four-year player, Ohio State's all-time leading scorer and now an NCAA Tournament contender

Ohio State’s All-Time Leading Scorer Finally Gets His March Madness Moment

In four seasons with OSU, point guard Bruce Thornton has never played in an NCAA Tournament game. Thanks to a late-season push, he'll finally have his shot.

By Michael McCleary
Nick Martinelli is leading the Big Ten in scoring for a second straight season, but his Wildcats have not fared well as a whole

Despite a Disappointing Season, Nick Martinelli Is Leaving a Legacy at Northwestern

The Wildcats’ senior forward is closing in on the Big Ten scoring title. He’d rather be playing in March Madness.

By Michael McCleary