I think it's a really cool opportunity if we can capitalize on that. It came from Mamba. Senior forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. banked in a short jumper and made a layup amid a sea of bodies to help the No. 15d; 0:19. Your real name will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more! While a . Winning a national title would mean I could wipe my hands and say what I needed. But he quickly rose to first in Cronins book in that win over Chaminade, going for 17 points and 12 rebounds in 30 minutes. "When I was really young, I just thought everyone comes to your games and supports [you], but then as I got older, I realized that's not the case for everybody," Jaime Jr. said. that is degrading to another person. Jalen Wilson (Kansas). Tyger Campbell scored 10 of his points in the first half and helped manufacture open shots for his teammates while the Bruins held the Utes to 33 percent and 0-for-10 from 3-point range to take a 43-31 lead at halftime. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. shoots as Utah guard Marco Anthony defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Jaime loves UCLA and has been a mentor for my daughter to show whats required of being a student. It helps that it was her dream school. Sometimes its easy to forget about some of the cool things that Ive been able to do. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. If they can beat Washington State in the championship game Sunday, it would improve their seeding for the NCAA Tournament. The deal is perhaps the biggest expression of the Jaquez's legacy. Gabriela had 10 points and six rebounds in her first college game as the Bruins beat Cal-Poly. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. Even with their scoring drought, the Bruins took care of the ball with only six turnovers, marking the 27th of 28 games this season they have less giveaways than their opponent. A couple of hours later, Jaime had 14 points and seven rebounds in UCLAs victory over Sacramento State. It was a heck of an effort. names allowed. On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him." Our transition has gotten a lot better. 10, nationally. It was a heck of an effort. Twenty years from now, when UCLA fans are talking about the mark Jaime Jaquez left on the program, what do you want them to say? I was just waiting for an opportunity. I feel like every time Im on the floor, I keep smiling and am so happy to be playing with these guys," said Jaquez, who is averaging 17.3 points, 7.9 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. The thing about Coach is that he never gives in, never quits on us. ", Gas prices rise for 31st consecutive day in LA County, Carjacking victim comes face to face with suspect during wild chase, How Paul Murdaugh helped solve his own murder. How did you fall in love with basketball? I know I'm on my own path. LOS ANGELES (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. The Utes played without their starting backcourt of Rollie Worster and Gabe Madsen, who are both injured. Thats the mentality that Jaquez has had since he arrived in Westwood to a program that went 17-16 the season beforehand and was an after-thought nationally. Its such a great country. UCLA is sixth in the Pac-12 in rebounding with 32.7 rebounds. ICYMI is a weekly newsletter highlighting stories from the past week. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as the fourth-ranked Bruins captured their first outright regular-season Pac-12 title since 2013. John Fanta is a national college basketball broadcaster and writer for FOX Sports. Marcos is there now too. But that's not his focus. Jaquez, who was UCLAs only effective offensive player in the second half, made a 3-pointer with 1:03 remaining to seal the win just moments after Campbell made one of his own from the corner. What would it mean to you to be the second? The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as the fourth-ranked . Antoine Davis (Detroit)
My dad is from there. Receive the most recent obituaries every afternoon. LAS VEGAS (AP) Charlisse Leger-Walker scored 15 points and seventh-seeded Washington State stunned No. What was your Taco Bell order? Purdue center Zach Edey and reigning winner Oscar Tshiebwe of Kentucky were among the 15 finalists named Saturday for the Wooden Award as the best men's college basketball player. I did it all the way up to college and loved it. National championship. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. anything. We have a good team capable of winning games.. But his focus was solely on the freshman forward on the floor for UCLA. Jaquez thinks this team can go even further. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah on Thursday night. The game did not appear headed for a dramatic finish given its lopsided start. Low 64F. have pegged UCLA at No. We play very similarly. Follow him on Twitter @John_Fanta. NIL has opened up a lot of gateways, and I think the biggest thing now is that theres not a bad option for anybody coming out of high school. "By the time we got to a bigger rim, it was easy," Ezequiel said. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Mike Saunders Jr., left, shoots over UCLA guard Tyger Campbell during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Thats who he is. Get the latest local and national sports headlines deliveredto your inbox every morning. I feel like my teammates believe in me.. Freshman guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. has Mexican heritage on his father's side and spent time competing with Team Mexico at the Pan American Games in the summer of 2019. The Bruins have gone 15-0 in home games. It was my favorite. I feel like my teammates believe in me.. I try to get out there as much as I can to visit family. He has plans to improve on his 3-point shooting after . I remember I was very young. Saunders, who only had three points in all of conference play coming into the game, brought a new element of speed to the Utes but made some mistakes characteristic of seldom-used players. 4 UCLA to 78-71 win over Utah, Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. Clear skies. You could try different things with ball handling and making your own shots, so Id go to the parks growing up and try out all kinds of things. The US Basketball Writers Association revealed the 15-man late season watch list for the Oscar Robertson Trophy on Thursday, and UCLA men's basketball guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. made the cut. Its the Dodgers. Receive the latest Dear Abby column in your inbox each morning. Its eye-opening for a lot of people and I know how much it means to Mexico to see the growth in basketball. I prepare myself to be in these situations, Jaquez said. The Bruins (26-4, 17-2 Pac . If you didnt play basketball what would you do? Subscribe to Email Newsletters And Breaking News Alerts, Jan Kim Lim - handout one time use, UCLA Athletics, Ringo H.W. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. But that he left it in a better place from where he found it. "When we need a bucket, it's pretty simple where we go. I wear it for him. I made it clear to him that it was my dream to reach the NBA, and he and my mom couldnt have been more supportive of it. Like most top prospects today, both Gabriela and Jaime Jr. had the opportunity to transfer to other high schools or prep programs. In high school, he earned recognition in local newspapers as one of the first Mexican American players in the area to compete at an elite level. Although, Id head back there if they want to do an NIL deal (laughs). If I was an NBA scout and I asked you what you will bring to an organization at the next level, whats your answer? But it's a familiar grind. 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(AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Marco Anthony drives against UCLA guard Dylan Andrews during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. This handout provided by UCLA Athletics shows Gabriela Jaquez and Jaime Jaquez Jr. posed at Pauley Pavilion on the campus of UCLA in Los Angeles, Aug. 23, 2022 It has been a great season so far . We caught up with the Bruins superstar last week following practice for our latest FOX College Hoops Q&A. During the Mexican Revolution from 1910 to 1920, a few battles were fought in the Mexican towns just across the border from Arizonan border settlements. Now were selling out games.. Note: Jaquez had ankle surgery following last season, which hampered his ability to work out with pro teams. "I think for us, we can win a game in different ways and thats why were confident we can beat anyone," Jaquez says about this season's Bruins. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Marco Anthony looks to pass the ball as UCLA guard Jaylen Clark defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Receive updates on the latest issues of Coast Monthly. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson, left, drives to the basket as UCLA forward Adem Bona defends during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. It was an absolute dream come true. Shes got an attitude to her and thinks shes the best. "Hes going to help a team win right away because hes made UCLA win for three years, and hes going to have the experience to do that," Cronin said at Pac-12 media days. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Honestly, it felt amazing and it was crazy because I envisioned it, Saunders said. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. Being from Camarillo, how much did you think about going to UCLA when you were growing up? Its just been a lot of fun being able to hang out with him outside of basketball and doing other things, she said. Cuando utilizas nuestros sitios y aplicaciones, usamos. How are you two alike? Copyright UCLA Athletics. Bar none. One of the highlights for both came on Nov. 7 when UCLA held a rare basketball doubleheader for the season opener. 
StubHub Ticket Market Place, UCLA's Jaquez Jr. She's so blue-collar and willing to do whatever. "Jaime is a big-time player. "But I also like to think I want to be remembered as a great basketball player, and not just a great Mexican basketball player.