Bummer that more could not have seen this game last night. A very well played game by both teams. In the end, OSU's defense was the difference. This OSU team has continued to demonstrate a growing maturity, especially in critical moments. It didn't feel that way last year at this point in the season. This current OSU team's confidence is growing, and, it showed tonight vs UCLA. UCLA is also a much better team than last year. PAC12 is going to be a tough out in the NCAA Tournament this year.
OSU 67, UCLA 64
I think this young lady is going to OSU. At least thats what I have read. She is 6'9". I have seen her play. IMO she isnt ready for Top Big 5 teams, but if used correctly. and develops. she will be an asset. Andrea Aquino's High School Timeline
One announcer said after the Oregon/USC game that the UCLA /OS game could not be any more exciting. However, I think it was just as exciting and a better played game though the Oregon/USC game was entertaining to me.
I like Scott, but I hope we can get Van Lith and Brink from his part of the country.
Yes, I was in attendance at Gill. Unlike previous games, I had a calm over me during the game. The kids are playing well together now, and, are not as susceptible to the pressure as they were in the beginning of the season. Pivec was great, McWilliams (as you pointed out) has stepped up her game immensely, and Kat Tudor is playing more within herself. Beavers went zone the entire 2nd half. Pivec, Kat Tudor, and McWilliams are long, strong, and very difficult to penetrate or pass over the top. Beavers defense was the best it has been all season.
Gulich wasn't really ineffective vs Washington. She didn't have to score, as Beavers had all day to shoot from the 3-point line--they didn't need Gulich to score. Gulich is the best defensive post in the entire western US, maybe in the country. She blocked Monique Billings 1st two shots, and that affected Billings. I'm so impressed with Gulich. Just cannot believe how far she has come since her 1st year as OSU.
