Oakland’s Jack Gohlke Lights Up March Madness with Kentucky Upset
Gohlke’s Brilliance: Oakland’s March Madness Triumph
In the early stages of March Madness 2024, Oakland emerged as a formidable force, stunning the basketball world with a monumental upset over Kentucky. Jack Gohlke, a graduate transfer from Pewaukee, Wisconsin, illuminated the court with his dazzling performance off the bench, tallying an impressive 32 points, all of which were three-pointers, in the 80-76 victory.
Gohlke, renowned for his prowess as a three-point shooter, had established himself as a standout player during his time at Hillsdale College, where he demonstrated remarkable accuracy from beyond the arc. Transitioning to Oakland this season, he continued to showcase his sharpshooting abilities, earning recognition as the Horizon League Sixth Man of the Year.
Reflecting on his remarkable display, Gohlke expressed gratitude for the opportunity to shine on such a grand stage, emphasizing the dedication and effort he had invested throughout his career. While Gohlke’s performance undoubtedly stole the spotlight, his teammates, including leading scorer Trey Townsend and DQ Cole, also contributed significantly to the team’s success.
Who is Jack Gohlke?
Before joining Oakland this season, Gohlke earned acclaim as an exceptional three-point shooter. His basketball journey began at Hillsdale College, where over five years, he solidified his reputation by equalling the program’s record for most three-pointers in a single game, achieving this feat with 10 three-pointers against Ashland University.
Oakland’s March Madness Ascent
Following their stunning victory, Oakland emerges as an early Cinderella contender in the March Madness tournament. Their next challenge awaits against the winner of the Texas Tech-NC State game later tonight.
“We’ll relish this win for about 45 minutes, then refocus because we’ve got a golden opportunity ahead,” remarked Oakland coach Greg Kampe post-game. “This isn’t the end; there’s more to come. To secure victory on Saturday, we must maintain our focus and take it one step at a time.”
“We’re not embracing the Cinderella narrative,” added Gohlke.
Gohlke’s standout performance became one of the defining stories of Thursday’s March Madness action.
