USC solo home run over the right-field wall is enough

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March 11, 2018

2018 College Baseball at Dodgers Stadium UCLA vs USC — USC at Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Rick Gurrola / fi360 News)

NCAA Baseball 2018: Dodger Stadium College Baseball Classic UCLA vs USC at Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Rick Gurrola / fi360 News)

Los Angeles, CA – USC junior Lars Nootbaar’s game-winning solo home run over the right-field wall in the bottom of the eighth inning helped the Trojans beat the No. 11 UCLA baseball team, 3-2, on Sunday at the Dodger Stadium College baseball Classic.

“I was just looking for my pitch,” Nootbar, who went 2-for-4 with his second homer of the season, said. “It ended being a slider up that I saw pretty well and decided to take a pass at it.”

Pitcher Connor Lunn entered the top of the eighth inning and got a huge strike out while stranding two runners. Lunn picked up the win after again stranding two UCLA runners in the ninth inning to close out the game.

“This was a big win for us over a good team and our crosstown rival,” USC coach Dan Hubbs said. “It’s also a great RPI boost for us.”

UCLA starting pitcher Jon Olson left the game in the first inning after being hit in the head with a line drive. Olson under his own power with a rag covering his bloody face.

“It’s a pretty scary situation when you see a line drive like that,” UCLA coach John Savage said. “It’s probably one of the worst I’ve seen in my career.”

Freshman pitcher Zach Pettway came into the game when Olson left and retired the first 10 batters while striking out six. Pettway had a 0.95 ERA heading into Sunday’s game.

The Bruins got on the board first in the third inning when Ryan Kreidler led off with a walk. Jeremey Ydens’ sacrifice fly to right field scored Kreidler. USC tied it, 1-1, in the fourth inning on Dillon Paulson’s solo home run to right field .

UCLA (9-4) loaded the bases in the fifth inning before Michael Toglia drew a walk to score Kreilder. The Trojans responded in the seventh inning when Blake Sabol hit a triple to right field and came around to score on a fielder’s choice to tie it, 2-2.

Hubbs said he think it’s great for college baseball in Southern California and great for amateur baseball, to see the competition here and have around 10,000 people come and watch the game.

“Anything we can do to promote that is great,” Hubbs said. “And for these kids to get an opportunity to play in a major league stadium, especially most of our roster and most of UCLA’s roster is Southern California kids who grew up rooting for the Angels or the Dodgers, I think there’s nothing like it.”

UCLA keeps it hopes alive after defeating USC

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Carlos Gonzalez

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March 4, 2018

NCAA BKC 2018: UCLA Bruins vs USC Trojans MAR 03 — March 3, 2018 Los Angeles, CA UCLA Bruins guard Aaron Holiday (3) making a pass up court during the UCLA Bruins vs USC Trojans at Galen Center on March 3, 2018. (Photo by Jevone Moore)

March 3, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
UCLA Bruins guard Aaron Holiday (3) with the floater during the UCLA Bruins vs USC Trojans at Galen Center on March 3, 2018. (Photo by Jevone Moore)

Los Angeles, Ca – There was a lot on the line and both teams played like it. USC had lead majority of the game but UCLA stormed back to defeat their crosstown rival 83-72.

UCLA guard Aaron Holiday was on a mission to ensure the Bruins got the victory. He scored 34 points with 7 assist to lead the Bruins.

“Holiday has been giving us effort all year long,” said UCLA coach Steve Alford, “Just with the pressure and magnitude of the game, speaks volumes to just how special a player he is.”

March 3, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
USC Trojans forward Chimezie Metu (4) going for a dunk during the UCLA Bruins vs USC Trojans at Galen Center on March 3, 2018. (Photo by Jevone Moore)

USC and UCLA are both on the bubble of qualifying for the NCAA tournament and the winner of Saturday nights game would almost have their spot guaranteed in the tournament.

UCLA shot 48% from the 3-point line and it proved to be the difference.

March 3, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
UCLA Bruins guard Aaron Holiday (3) going behind the back during the UCLA Bruins vs USC Trojans at Galen Center on March 3, 2018. (Photo by Jevone Moore)

Kris Wilkes was able to play a solid game to complement Holiday performance with 22 points of his on.

USC seemed to have gained all the momentum when Shaqquan Aaron slammed down a dunk to put the Trojans up 8 points.

A Thomas Welsh 3-point basket would ignite UCLA’s comeback to cut USC’s lead 56-52.

A couple of baskets later and Los Angeles native Aaron Holiday tied the game on a layup 60-60.

March 3, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
UCLA Bruins guard Prince Ali (23) driving the lane during the UCLA Bruins vs USC Trojans at Galen Center on March 3, 2018. (Photo by Jevone Moore)

“It was a battle to get this win and get another road win,” said Alford, “When we hold them to five and we make 13, those are the types of numbers we’re looking for.”

Jordan Mclaughlin made a couple of baskets but Holiday and UCLA had answers and they took the lead with 8:14 left in the 2nd half on a layup by Chris Smith.

UCLA would not give up the lead from there. Holiday canned a 3-point shot to give UCLA a 65-61 lead.

Now both teams will move on to the PAC-12 Tournament in Las Vegas with an automatic bid to the field of 64 for the victor.

B1G Friday at the Fieldhouse was on fire with Maryland

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Jevone Moore

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March 2, 2018

NCAA Women's Basketball 2018: Big Ten Tournament Maryland vs Indiana — March 2, 2018 Maryland Kaila Charles rising above four Hosiers in the Third Round of the Big Ten Tournament on Friday March 2, 2018 at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Photo by Andre Hollis / fi360 News

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The Fieldhouse was on fire with four games in third round of the Women’s tournament. No upsets but some great hoops for the fans in attendance in Indy.

Despite dropping 48 points for Iowa Megan Gutafson came up just short in 90-89 game with Minnesota. Gutafson now holds the Hawkeyes’ and Big Ten Tournament record after her performance.

“I was able to really work on my feet and just get in good position, which helped a lot,” said Gutafson, “I knew this was going to be a big game.”

Minnesota two headed monster was lead by Carlie Wagner and Kenisha Bell combined for 53 points. Bell also had 9 assist, 2 steals to go with her 26 points.

“I think we just had to pick up the intensity on defense at the last 10 seconds,” said Bell, “We work on final-shot situations, and that’s one of the things we do in practice where we have to play defense the last 30 seconds or the last 10 seconds, and this is where it came to play.

Iowa hand one last shot for an upset when Amanda Ollinger’s missed her only 3-point shot of the game as time ran out.

Maryland 67 – Indiana 54

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Maryland Kaila Charles pulls up at free throw line in the Third Round of the Big Ten Tournament on Friday March 2, 2018 at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Photo by Andre Hollis / fi360 News

Maryland defense stepped to allow for them to advance to the Saturday semifinals. The final minute Indiana was held scoreless to ensure the victory 67-54.

Kaila Charles lead all players with 24 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assist and 2 steals for a complete game.

” I think it’s definitely my teammates finding me when I’m open,” said Charles, “we started getting to the baskets and getting shots, and it started opening up for us at the rim.”

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Minnesota Channise Lewis in the paint being guarded by Tyra Buss in the Third Round of the Big Ten Tournament on Friday March 2, 2018 at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Photo by Andre Hollis / fi360 News

This game could have gone either way until one team put their foot down and took a stance which started on defense.

Indiana had a strong performance by Amanda Cahill 17 points, and 5 rebounds to lead her team. Cahill had tough day from three only shooting 1-7 from behind the arc.

“we just had some breakdowns and didn’t make plays down the stretch,” said Cahill, “We just kept trying to encourage each other and say that we could do it.”

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Indiana Tyra Buss in the Third Round of the Big Ten Tournament on Friday March 2, 2018 at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Photo by Andre Hollis / fi360 News

Now No 2 Maryland will face No 3 Nebraska with one game left to reach the finals.

Other Scores

No. 1 Ohio State 82, No. 9 Rutgers 57

No. 3 Nebraska 61, No. 6 Michigan 54

Rutgers women’s basketball beats the buzzer

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Jevone Moore

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March 1, 2018

NCAA Womens Basketball 2018: Big Ten Tournament Rutgers vs Purdue — March 1, 2018 Freshman Karissa McLaughlin driving to extend her own 3-pointer record today in a close loss today in the Second Round of the Big Ten Tournament between Rutgers vs Purdue on Thursday afternoon at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Photo by Andre Hollis / fi360 News

INDIANAPOLIS , IN – In a barn burner Rutgers senior Tyler Scaife hits the go ahead jumper to secured a 62-60 victory to knock off eighth-seeded Purdue in the Second Round of the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday afternoon at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Scaife scored a team high 19 points in 31 minutes of play but none more important than that last shot.

“That I’m not afraid of the moment. My teammates believe in me, and so does the coaching staff,” said Scaife, “I wanted the ball in my hands,”

Purdue was looking to play good defense and get the ball into Dominique Oden hands again who finished with game high 25 points in 40 minutes but couldn’t hit that last one.

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Victoria Harris on drive in the first half in the Second Round of the Big Ten Tournament between Rutgers vs Purdue on Thursday afternoon at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Photo by Andre Hollis / fi360 News

Now with this victory for coach C. Vivian Stringer is only three games away from 1,000 victories.

In the second half when Stringer’s Scarlet Knights went on a 10-4 run to stretch their lead to 48-37.

” I was like triple excited and nervous,” said Stringer, “but today for the first time I thought every possession we were very conscious of what we needed to do.”

Victoria Harris scored 11 points, 6 rebounds along with Ciani Cryor playing starting minutes off the bench with 5 points and 5 assists.

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Dominique Oden on a drive scoring 25 points in the Second Round of the Big Ten Tournament between Rutgers vs Purdue on Thursday afternoon at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Photo by Andre Hollis / fi360 News

Rutgers will advance to face off against the No 1 seed Ohio State who have had a bye up till now.

Other Scores WBB B1G

Iowa 55, Northwestern 45

Indiana 111, Michigan State 109 (OT)

Michigan 77, Penn State 48

Bubba Watson earns first tournament win in almost two years at Genesis Open

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Carlos Gonzalez

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February 18, 2018

PGA Tour 2018: Genesis Open 2018 FEB 18 — February 18, 2018 Los Angeles, CA. Bubba Watson tips his visor on the 18th green after winning the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 18, 2018. Jevone Moore

Pacific Palisades, CA – After years of self doubt and hard work, an emotional Bubba Watson claims the 2018 Genesis Open title.

“I have so many feelings going through my head right now,’” said Watson.

Watson played a brilliant 4 days of golf and with a care-free look to his game, he looked in control, like Watson had fans accustomed to seeing him. It’s his third win at Riviera Country Club (2014, 2016, 2018).

Watson was able to grab a hold of the lead on hole 13 when the home-grown and UCLA product Patrick Cantlay bogeyed. Watson was able to hold his par to keep him at -10.

February 18, 2018 Los Angeles, CA.
Bubba Watson plays his shot from the 17th tee during final round day of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 18, 2018. Jevone Moore

On the next whole, Watson created a bit of separation after hitting a quality Birdie from the bunker on the left side of the hole. Watson then birdied hole 15 to comfortably take him into 18 with zero doubt of who’d be hoisting up the trophy.

“My goal has always been to get 10 wins and so this got to my 10th win. I thought about retirement; just so much stuff going through my head right now, I can’t believe I’m gonna life a trophy here in a second,” added Watson.

It was a day where many golfers played well enough and a clear winner was never highlighted.

February 18, 2018 Los Angeles, CA.
Patrick Cantlay on the 18th green during final round day of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 18, 2018. Jevone Moore

Another left-handed giant in the game made a run himself. Phil Mickelson just one shot back from the lead after 14 holes. Two consecutive bogeys slid Mickelson further away from the lead and finished tied for 6th place.

Jordan Spieth ended the tournament much better than he began. He 67 on his final round to earn him a top 10 finish.

February 18, 2018 Los Angeles, CA.
Dustin Johnson on the third hole during final round day of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 18, 2018. Jevone Moore

Reigning tournament champion Dustin Johnson finished tied for 16th.

Las Vegas and Los Angeles native Kevin Na made a strong run for the trophy but fell just short and took home 2nd place.

February 18, 2018 Los Angeles, CA.
Kevin Na on the fourth green during final round day of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 18, 2018. Jevone Moore

Bubba Watson shining on the court and the course

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Jevone Moore

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February 17, 2018

PGA Tour 2018: Genesis Open 2018 FEB 17 — February 17, 2018 Los Angeles, CA during day 3 of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 17, 2018. Jevone Moore

Pacific Palisades, CA – The Genesis Open happening on one side of town while the NBA All-Star Weekend on the other side of town. How fitting that dual threat star Bubba Watson is staring in both events.

Watson leads the Open after finishing his third round at 10-under-par, fresh off his celebrity basketball appearance last night at the Los Angeles Convention Center next to Staples Center.

“It calms you down real fast when you tap in for eagle,” said Watson, “that just is a lot of momentum going forward.”

The pressure dropped quickly off of Watson who is use to winning here at Riviera with wins ’14 and ’16. Now with a one shot lead going into the final day, he has placed himself in a great position to win his third.

February 17, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
Patrick Cantlay chipping up on the 15th green during day 3 of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 17, 2018. Jevone Moore

The local UCLA golfer Patrick Cantlay who finished 9-under-par is playing on his home course from college and not ready to claim defeat.

“I really wanted to birdie the last hole,” said Cantlay, “I was close on a couple of shots that turned out really, really bad.

So who knows with what the battle will be like playing in the same group will bring.

“I have a bunch of support, family and friends, and the crowd’s pulling for me and I love the golf course and it would be special.” said Cantlay.

These two leaders will tee off in the last group Sunday with Cameron Smith at 10:10am Sunday.

February 17, 2018 Los Angeles, CA.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland plays his shot from the tenth tee during third day of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 17, 2018. Jevone Moore

So with five golfers within two shots of leader Watson the last two groups will be deadly.

Tony Finau who played alongside Watson today finished at 8-under-par to be in striking distance.

February 17, 2018 Los Angeles, CA.
Dustin Johnson celebrates a birdie during third day of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 17, 2018. Jevone Moore

The defending champion Dustin Johnson is only four shots back at 6-under-par, who know what he will do if putts start falling.

“I played the back nine very well, I just didn’t make any putts.” said Johnson “I’m definitely looking forward to getting back there(golf course).”

So let’s see who will have the mental toughness and game to be crowned the 2018 Genesis Open Champion.

Tiger Woods scattered play hard to overcome and misses Genesis Open Cut

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Carlos Gonzalez

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February 16, 2018

PGA Tour 2018: Genesis Open 2018 FEB 15 — February 15, 2018 Los Angeles, CA. Tiger Woods, of the United States, during opening round of the Genesis Open at the Rivera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 15, 2018. Jevone Moore

February 15, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
Tiger Woods, of the United States, teeing off during opening round of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 15, 2018. Jevone Moore

Pacific Palisades, CA- Tiger Woods shot 76 in the second round of the Genesis open at Riviera Country Club and will miss the weekend, as he missed the project +2 cut.

“Its nice to be back competing again,” said Woods. “

Woods played a forgettable back-9 three putting on three occasions. Following Wednesdays practice round, Woods went straight to the range to practice his drive, an area of the game he has struggled with as of late. That practice failed to be much help. On Friday, Woods met 5 of 14 fairways.

February 15, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
Kyle Lowry of Toronto Raptors watching Tiger Woods during opening round of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 15, 2018. Jevone Moore

Even in a tournament Woods won’t be participating in until Sunday, he isn’t completely unsatisfied.

“I haven’t played golf in years,” said Woods. “I’m starting to comeback and it going to take a little time. I am progressing, I’m starting to get a feel for tournament golf again.”

Woods will have another opportunity to feel the grind of the FedEx Cup next week when he tees off for the Honda Classic.

February 15, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, putting on third hole during opening round of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 15, 2018. Jevone Moore

Rory Mcllory and Justin Thomas were paired with Woods for the first two days of the tournament. Mcllory continued his solid play on Friday and improved his 71 Thursday score to a 69. Thomas, who shot a 69 on Thursday, shot even 71 on Friday and is tied with Mcllory and 10 others for 15^th place at -2.

After a rocky start to the tournament, reigning champion Dustin Johnson earned the chance to defend his title with a Friday score of 69. Playing partner, Bubba Watson jumped up on the leader board and held first place after hitting Birdie’s on the first 3 holes. Watson doubled on hole 5 and saw his lead evaporate.

Other notable names : Jordan Spieth, Tommy Fleetwood and Phil Mickelson are tied at -1 .

February 15, 2018 Los Angeles, CA.
Phil Mickelson during opening round of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 15, 2018. Jevone Moore

UCLA product Patrick Cantlay currently shares the lead at -7 with Graeme McDowell and Sam Saunders.

February 15, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy after the opening round of the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, Ca on February 15, 2018. Jevone Moore

Manual Arts – Still Relevant After All of These Years

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Tony Jones

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February 12, 2018

PREP HSBK: FEB 09 Executive Prep vs Manual Arts — CIF High School Basketball Executive Prep vs Manual Arts on February 9, at Manual Arts High School in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

CIF High School Basketball Executive Prep vs Manual Arts on February 9, at Manual Arts High School in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Los Angeles, CA – The neighborhood may have changed since the good ol’ days when you would, in the 1960s, 70s, 80s and the 90s, go to a Manual Arts High basketball game.

Games were often on a Wednesday and a Friday at 2:30 (JV) and at 4 p.m.(varsity) during the regular season, in league play and into the playoffs.

Sometimes, for a special event, the varsity games would tipoff at 7 p.m., similar to the Southern Section games, which would normally begin at 7 or 7:30 p.m.

Last Friday was one of those special nights. Very special.

There were about 500-plus Manual Arts alumni, former coaches, players, cheerleaders, supporters, family, you name it, in attendance at Senior Night.

There was head coach Randolph Simpson, flanked by longtime Toiler coach/admin Greg Bewernick, Darwin Carter, Deric Daniels and John Jackson at the team bench.

It was a night when Toiler greats Dave Shepard, Jacque Hill and Henry Johnson were being honored by being placed on the Manual Arts Wall of Fame.

There was Manual Arts basketball coach emeritus Reggie Morris chatting it up with Manual Arts football coach emeritus Rodney Spencer and members of the powerful 1966-67 and 1967-68 ‘Arts basketball teams (The ’68 team won the L.A. City title) about the good old days, including the great Raymond Lewis, Freeman Mc Neil, Dwayne Polee, etc.

There was ‘Arts alumnus Myra Porter-Robertson holding center stage during the halftime ceremony, with style and grace.

Even though Executive Prep – coached by ‘Arts alumnus Cedric Jones – pulled out to win an exciting game, there were no losers.

Time passes, life changes, but Manual Arts is here to stay…and still a winner.

UCLA Lady Bruins take down Arizona State

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Jevone Moore

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February 11, 2018

NCAA Womens Basketball 2018: Arizona State vs UCLA FEB 11 — February 11, 2018 Los Angeles, CA UCLA Bruins guard Jordin Canada (3) looking fierce on defense during the women's Arizona State vs UCLA Bruins at Westwood on February 11, 2018. (Photo by Jevone Moore)

Westwood, Ca – Down in the paint even with the double team UCLA senior strong forward Monique Billings dropped in a layup to push the lead to 7 with 3:44 left in the game. Smart hard aggressive play like this help pushed the Lady Bruins to a 71-63 victory of the Arizona State Sun Devils.

Jordin Canada lead all Bruins with 16 points, 10 assists and zero turnovers for the game. This was her 5th double-double this season and her 17th in her career.

“She plays her butt off,” said ASU coach Thorne, “she great for USA basketball.( Canada)”

The Bruins took control of the game in first few minutes if the second quarter with great defense. They took 12 point lead into the half 41-29.

February 11, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
UCLA Bruins forward Monique Billings (25) jumping to block a shot during the women’s Arizona State vs UCLA Bruins at Westwood on February 11, 2018. (Photo by Jevone Moore)

Which was just the opposite of how the Bruins began allowing the Lady Sun Devils to take a earlier 7-1 lead forcing coach Close to call a quick timeout to settle her team down.

“They competed so hard,” said UCLA coach Cori Close, “They gave us all we could handle.”

The Bruins trusted each other’s game and waited for the smart play.

Canada let the game come to her in the second half scoring 11 or 16 points. But what was more impressive was her hustle plays diving for loose balls to get more possessions.

February 11, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
UCLA Bruins guard Jordin Canada (3) playing defense on Arizona State Sun Devils guard Reili Richardson (1) during the women’s Arizona State vs UCLA Bruins at Westwood on February 11, 2018. (Photo by Jevone Moore)

“I was making better decisions,” said Canada, “It all started off with my defense in the second half.”

The Bruins are a touch match-up with their front court scores and crashes the boards like Billings 14 points, 7 rebounds and Lajahna Drummer dropped 15 points, 8 rebounds and was perfect from the field (7/7 FG).

“This is our house,” said Billings

February 11, 2018 Los Angeles, CA
UCLA Bruins guard Jordin Canada (3) soaring above the Sun Devils during the women’s Arizona State vs UCLA Bruins at Westwood on February 11, 2018. (Photo by Jevone Moore)

Now after today’s victory the Bruins look ahead to the road and the Oregon schools who they will play OSU on Friday February 16 and then Oregon on Monday February 19.
“This is a very important week for us, so we have to lock down and focus,” said Canada.

Westchester storms back to defeat Palisades

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Jevone Moore

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February 7, 2018

PREP HSBK: FEB 07 Palisades vs Westchester — CIFSS High School Basketball Palisades vs Westchester on February 7, at Westchester High School in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Westchester Kaelen making a move to the basket during the High School Basketball Palisades vs Westchester on February 7, at Westchester High School in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Los Angeles, CA – The gym was filled with smiling faces on senior night for the Westchester Comets taking the floor for the last time during this regular season at home. Even with a different starting line-up who played most of the 1st quarter the Comets still defeated the Palisades Dolphins 68-50 Wednesday night.

Coach Ed Azzam choose to start a group of seniors as farewell salute to remember their last regular game at home. Even before the game all the seniors were introduced and given a photo and rose for their family to receive while taking a photo.

The Dolphins took advantage of the kind gesture jumping out to a 13-1 lead with 3:22 left on the clock in the 1st quarter.

Westchester leading scorer was Kaelen Allen who dropped 18 points and a bunch of rebounds. Allen made his presence know fast with 14 points in the first half.

“It was a different experience coming from the bench,” said Allen

Palisades really didn’t have an answer for Westchester size and athleticism once the team hit their stride.

Zellie Hudson stepped up doing the little things to help his team win, scraping for loose balls and dropping 15 points of his own. Ten of the fifteen came in the second half that allowed Westchester to pull away.

“It was really important to get a win,” said Hudson, “With my mom being here I made sure I played good for her.”