LA Sparks celebrate with owner Magic Johnson at the Target Center in Minneapolis, MN on October 20, 2016. (Photo by Brian Few Jr.)
Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles Sparks took the WNBA Championship in game 5 on the Minnesota Lynx court 77-76 with Nneka Ogwumike basket with 3.1 seconds.
These two teams have been on this collision course all year from their first matchup in regular season. At that time both teams were undefeated and gave each other their first loss on other teams home court.
It was safe to say both teams knew they could win on their opponent’s home floor. This was Lynx first time losing two games at home in the playoffs to same team.
WNBA deserves some credit for be a pioneer in changing the playoff format to put best teams into the playoff regardless of conference. This year the two best teams in WNBA just happen to be in the Western Conference, so previously this game would not have been on this big ESPN stage.
They WNBA MVP’s filled the court from this year Nneka Ogwumike, Maya Moore 2014, and Candace Parker 2013 all on display. Fans will talk about this five game series for years to come.
Candace Parker celebrating in the locker room after WNBA Finals game at Target Center in Minneapolis, MN on October 20, 2016. (Photo by Brian Few Jr.)
Parker was named playoffs MVP and final got that elusive title that haunted her legacy. She took over the game like a true champion scoring a game high 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 steals. After game an emotional Parker said, “This is for Pat (Summitt).”
Sparks General Manager Penny Toler weathered the storms of underachieving teams with high expectations. Her master plan bringing in head coach Brian Agler two seasons ago from the Seattle Storm was part of winning recipe.
Nneka Ogwumike lifting her glass high in the locker room on October 20, 2016. (Photo by Brian Few Jr.)
Chelsea Gray flowing with champagne after winning WNBA Championship on October 20, 2016. (Photo by Brian Few Jr.)
Now the Staples Center will raise a LA Sparks banner to hang with their back to back banners from 2001 and 2002. No one can take away this magical season it will go down in history.
WNBA Finals 2016: Minnesota Lynx vs Los Angeles Sparks game at Staples Center in Los Angeles, Ca on October 16, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nneka Ogwumike leaping into Maya Moore for two.
Maya Moore and Rebekkah Brunson playing smoother Defense
Alana Beard going strong to the basket.
Los Angeles, Ca – The Los Angeles Sparks almost touched the symbolic brass ring of victory but Minnesota Lynx had other plans. Robbing Los Angeles of the win in the last 10 seconds of the game Sparks 79 Lynx 95.
If you were fortunate enough to get tickets to this series you got your money’s worth out of it. The battle between these two identically matched teams with incredible athleticism, strategist, drive, hunger and a touch of street ball flash provided jaw dropping wow factor. No matter which team you were rooting for you had to admit they were great games.
Kobe Bryant sitting courtside pose for fans at game 4 WNBA Finals at Staples Center in Los Angeles, Ca on October 16, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Game four thus far was the best of them all because you really had no idea of where the game was going. By the end of the first quarter the Lynx only had a two point lead and had hit none of their 3 pointers. During the same quarter the Sparks were killing it in the paint and at one point had a five point lead. The lead changed five times and had seven ties.
Maya Moore blocking Essences Carson shot in the lane during game four of WNBA Finals at Staples Center in Los Angeles, Ca on October 16, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Los Angeles not being a seasoned playoff team at times were struggling to keep their composure and their emotions in check, especially when Kristi Toliver caught her third personal foul in the first quarter.
The Sparks at several highlight moments like when Chelsea Gray being 4/4 at the free-throw line, having five players in double digits Nneka Ogwumike, Candace Parker, Alana Beard, Kristi Toliver, and Chelsea Gray.
Candace Parker with a floater during WNBA Finals. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Ogwumike fight through the paint to the basket during WNBA Finals game 4. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
If I had to sum this game up in a single sentence it would be, “Fast break points and hard rebounding bought the Minnesota Lynx a flight back to their home court.”
They finished with a grand total of 41 rebounds and 13 of those belong to Sylvia Fowles. Even though Maya Moore had five turnovers she more than compensated for it by scoring 31 points.
When coach Agler was asked how do you feel about this loss he responded that he was proud of this team for putting up a fight from beginning to end and he had saw the growth in them with each new experience. The pressing question is have they gathered enough experience to go back to Minnesota on Thursday to close this series out and win the title WNBA champions?
Parker and Ogwumike looking ready for game 5 of WNBA Finals. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
WNBA Finals 2016: Minnesota Lynx vs Los Angeles Sparks game at Galen Center in Los Angeles, Ca on October 14, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nneka Ogwumike going strong to the hoop during WNBA Finals Minnesota Lynx vs Los Angeles Sparks game at Galen Center in Los Angeles, Ca on October 14, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles Sparks won game three of the WNBA Finals against the Minnesota Lynx 92-75. We all found out that luck be a lady tonight and guess what … she’s a Sparks fan.
After the devastating loss the Lynx dealt the Sparks in game two, I don’t think any of us were expecting tonight’s performance we got especially Minnesota. The Sparks rocked the Lynx’s world like a bad ocean storm. Nneka Ogwumike 21 points, 3 steals and 9 rebounds and Candace Parker 24 points, 9 rebounds were the tsunamis just pure death and destructions. The Sparks had a 15 point lead at the end of the first quarter. Whatever was left standing had to take on a barrage of crashing wave like attacks from Essence Carson 16 points and Alana Beard 15 points.
Sparks Defensive playing tough during WNBA Finals 2016: Minnesota Lynx vs Los Angeles Sparks game at Galen Center in Los Angeles, Ca on October 14, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
The Sparks out rebounded the Lynx defensively and offensively and only after the Lynx got in on the rebound party were they able to chip away at the Sparks lead. Maya Moore 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assist really spearheaded the mission to get Minnesota back in the game. In addition to the rebounding Minnesota increased their defense ferocity to make Los Angeles work for every shot. But just like the high winds in a storm the Sparks came out of the half ready to right the wrongs of their past, making sure not to lose the fierceness of a strong first half.
The Sparks defense had the Lynx in a three point drought in the third. All the while Essence Carson hits all 4 of her 3 pointers. She took advantage of the fact that all eyes would be on Nneka and Candace leaving her with the opportunity to find her comfort zone from three point country to have her way. The Lynx also offered up more than their fair share of turnovers. Los Angeles had no problem taking those uncontested rebounds and turning them into 2nd chance points and turnovers into fast-break points. Rebekkah Brunson 14 points and Sylvia Fowles 14 points contributed what they could but at the end they couldn’t match the Sparks effort.
Candace Parker taking off for a layup
Alana Beard shooting over Maya Moore
As the Sparks prepare to host one more home game before traveling back to Minnesota they were asked what do they think they’ll need to win game 4 and their response collectively was to be able to make and all necessary adjustments defensively or offensively at a moments notice, maintain high energy and effort for all 4 quarters and control the things they have power to control. With the win the Sparks have two wins under their belt which should make Minnesota uneasy. But let’s see if Los Angeles has rattled Minnesota’s nerves enough to crush their spirit Sunday night.
High School Football Hawkins Hawks vs Dorsey Dons game action on October 13, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Brandon Sanchez kicking 27 yard field goal for the victory during the High School Football Hawkins Hawks vs Dorsey Dons game action on October 13, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Los Angeles, Ca – The game was tied 21-21 with 3.5 seconds left on the clock when Hawkins kicker Brandon Sanchez #20 stepped up and nailed a 27 yards field goal for the victory 24-21 over Dorsey.
A Dorsey fumble with 3:54 started of the Hawkins final drive that used great clock management and few key plays to set up the kick.
Being in this situation before Hawkins gave the ball to running back Greg Johnson to place ball on the right hash with confidence in going for the win on Sanchez leg again.
Jerman Gotoy Rolling Out
Dorsey Homecoming Court 2016
The Dorsey Dons were looking for payback on Homecoming, from last year overtime defeat that ended in similar fashion with 50 yard Sanchez kick.
The intensity of this game was already turnt up, then by kickoff the like of Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh, USC’s Clay Helton, Cal’s Greg Burns and Jacob Peeler, Arizona’s Tony Dews, and Washington’s Jimmy Lake.
Greg Johnson delivering a blow on end of a run during the High School Football Hawkins Hawks vs Dorsey Dons game action on October 13, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Johnson who is already verbally committed to Arizona played a solid game rushing 29 times for 190 yards. When Hawkins needed a big play Johnson was there with his legs and hands.
The fi30 News players of the game was kick returner / slot receiver Joseph Branch who returned a kick for a 86 yards touchdown in the second half and 21-13 lead. “I dropped it and knew I had to score,” said Branch “we don’t drop kick returns”
On the last Dorsey touchdown 21-19 coach Charles Mincy elected to go for 2pt conversion that was unsuccessful.
At the time looked like a big fail, his faith in his defense served well series later when a deep punt placed Hawkins on their own 5 yard line. Then the Dons pressure forced a safety due to intentional grounding call and 21-21 tie.
Few plays later with Dorsey looking for the win and having the ball in Jerman Gotoy hand at quarterback. Then came that vital third fumble of the game that lead to the loss.
Jarell Mickens
Interception by Hawkins Eric Fuller Jr.
Now Hawkins remains unbeaten at 7-0 and will host LA High Friday, October 21 at 7 p.m. Dorsey will play Crenshaw at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Saturday, October 22 at 10 a.m.
Adoree’ Jackson flying with CU logo football after an interception during the Colorado Buffaloes vs USC Trojans at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 8, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Lott IMPACT Trophy
Honoring College Football’s Defensive Best in Character and Performance
Presented by The Pacific Club IMPACT Foundation
USC’S ADOREE’ JACKSON
NAMED LOTT IMPACT PLAYER OF THE WEEK
(Oct. 11, 2016)
NEWPORT BEACH, Ca. – USC’s all-purpose star Adoree’ Jackson has been named the Lott IMPACT Player of the Week.
The 5-11, 185-pound junior made numerous big plays in the Trojans’ 21-17 win over Colorado Saturday. Jackson had a dynamic 47-yard punt return, a 38-yard kick return, six tackles and a highlight-reel interception in the win.
In recognition of Jackson’s performance, the Pacific Club IMPACT Foundation, sponsors of the Lott IMPACT Trophy, will make a $1,000 donation to the general scholarship fund at USC.
Wrote Alex Kirshner of SB Nation on Jackson’s interception. “Jackson does a midair banana split, basically, and somehow manages to tap his right foot in bounds without either destroying a ligament or losing the ball. It’s an incredible feat of flexibility and coordination.”
Jackson leads the nation in punt returns with an 18.7 yard average and is 8th in the nation in kick returns with 31.7 yard average.
Other notable performances by players on the Lott IMPACT Watch List:
Ben Boulware, LB, Clemson – Led Tigers with 9 tackles and forced a fumble in 56-10 win over Boston College.
Josh Carraway, DE, TCU — Recorded three sacks (4 tackles for losses) and eight total tackles in win over Kansas, 24-23.
Kevin Davis, LB, Colorado State – Had 7 tackles, one interception, one fumble recovery and one quarterback hurry in win over Utah State, 31-24.
Dylan Haines, S, Texas – Had two interceptions (for 38 yards) and two tackles in loss to Oklahoma, 45-40.
Andrew King, LB, Army – Had a game high 15 tackles, one sack and recovered a fumble in loss to Duke, 13-6.
Desmond King, S, Iowa – Returned seven punts for 59 yards, two kickoffs for 48 yards, had a tackle for loss and broke up a pass in 14-7 win over Minnesota.
Jabrill Peppers, LB, Michigan – Scored two rushing touchdowns (7, 4 yards), set up another with a 63-yard run from scrimmage, added two tackles and one quarterback hurry in 78-0 win over Rutgers.
Weston Steelhammer, S, Air Force – Had team high 11 tackles with one sack and broke up one pass in loss to Wyoming, 35-26
Player of the Week Winners, 2016
Week One – Jack Cichy, Wisconsin
Week Two – Calvin Munson, San Diego State
Week Three – Jabrill Peppers, Michigan
Week Four – Laiu Moeakiola, Arizona State
Week Five – Ben Boulware, Clemson
Week Six – Adoree’ Jackson, USC
Previous Winners of the Lott IMPACT Trophy
2004 – David Pollack, Georgia
2005 – DeMeco Ryans, Alabama
2006 – Dante Hughes, Cal
2007 – Glenn Dorsey, LSU
2008 – James Laurinaitis, Ohio State
2009 – Jerry Hughes, TCU
2010 – J.J. Watt, Wisconsin
2011- Luke Kuechly, Boston College
2012 – Manti Te’o, Notre Dame
2013 – Anthony Barr, UCLA
2014 – Eric Kendricks, UCLA
2015 – Carl Nassib, Penn State
Named after College and Pro Football Hall of Fame member, Ronnie Lott, The Lott IMPACT Trophy is awarded to college football’s Defensive IMPACT Player of the Year. Founded in 2004 by The Pacific Club IMPACT Foundation, The Lott Trophy is the first and only college football award to equally recognize athletic performance and the personal character attributes of the player. The Lott Trophy is given to the player who exhibits the same characteristics Lott embodied during his distinguished career: Integrity, Maturity, Performance, Academics, Community and Tenacity. Voters for the award include selected members of the national media, previous finalists, the Board of Directors of the Pacific Club IMPACT Foundation and a distinguished group of former college football head coaches. To date, the Foundation has donated more than $1.2 million to various charities throughout the country. The 13th annual Lott Trophy dinner will be held Dec. 11th at The Pacific Club in Newport Beach, California. For more information on The Lott Trophy visit: www.LottImpactTrophy.org.
Colorado Buffaloes vs USC Trojans at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 8, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
WR Darreus Rodgers takes away the football for 46 yard reception during the Colorado Buffaloes vs USC Trojans at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 8, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Los Angeles, CA – The USC Trojans were desperate to get a victory over the No. 21 ranked Colorado Buffaloes who were defeated in close game 21-17 at the Coliseum.
It wasn’t the best looking game with glitz and glamour but you did see some tough grind it out football.
One play that personified the grind was in 4th quarter tied up 14-14 with less than ten minutes on the clock from their 30 yard line. It was 2nd & 10 when wide receiver Darreus Rodgers jumped on a 50/50 ball and took ball away to scamper for 46 yards pick up that lead to a touchdown and the lead 21-14.
Deontay Burnett breaking away after the catch during the Colorado Buffaloes vs USC Trojans at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 8, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
The Trojans did finish the game with 539 total offensive yards with 358 yards from Sam Darnold arm.
The quarterback switch for the Trojans has shown big benefits, USC head coach Clay Helton said, “When have athletic quarterback gotta let him play, and not put him in a box”, “I can live with the interception, just a freshman mistake.”
Adoree’ Jackson flying with CU logo football after an interception during the Colorado Buffaloes vs USC Trojans at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 8, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
On defense Adoree’ Jackson made an incredible interception in the game by toeing the line as came down from soaring high for the pick. Jackson spoke about using his long jump technique called hitch where keep arms and legs moving with keep core tight to control your body. This stalled Colorado drive in the second half to get his offensive back on the field to score.
They last two games the USC defense have been put in the right positions to make plays. Defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast was praised by coach Helton in post game press conference about his pressure on opposing team quarterbacks.
Marquise Lee leading the Trojans into battle at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 8, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
USC’s Long Beach Poly standouts after the game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 8, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
The USC Trojans know back to .500 ball with a 3-3 record will travel to Tucson to face the Arizona Wildcats Saturday, Oct. 15 at 3:30 p.m. on Fox.
High School Football Norte Dame vs Serra game action on October 7, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Defense Back Max Williams tackling Tyler Asemota during the High School Football Notre Dame vs Serra game action on October 7, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Gardena, Ca – The Serra Cavaliers have caught their stride defeating Notre Dame 38-7 for second in row Mission league win.
It normally doesn’t take this long for the Cavaliers to catch their stride and build up some quality victories. Combination of playing tough non conference schedule and being a very young team has them maturing at different pace.
One of those young players Max Williams only a 10th grader has added a spark for the Cavs in defensive backfield. Williams is also a dangerous return man, who took a punt for a 55 yard touchdown in second quarter that stretched lead to 24-0.
Notre Dame started the season hot winning first three games before hitting this rough patch.
Head coach Kevin Rooney will need to find some answers because in heart of league play for Notre Dame.
Making an impact for the offensive was Serra quarterback Jalani Eason using his arm as well as his legs. Eason threw two touchdowns with 207 yards on 16 completions and rushed for additional 106 yards.
QB Jalani Eason breaking away from Notre Dame defender during the Notre Dame vs Serra game action on October 7, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Having a dual threat quarterback under center is a huge advantage to make a defense play honest so you can pick and choose the right plays.
Serra came out and scored on its opening with easy grinding it out the length of the field for 7-0 score. The game pretty much followed suit from then on, with bunch back ups entering the game late in 3rd quarter.
High School Football Notre Dame vs Serra game action on October 7, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Next up for the Serra Cavaliers will travel to Bishop Amat Friday, Oct. 14 and Notre Dame will travel to Chaminade for their game.
Alana Beard on tight defense of Maya Moore with Kristi Tolver there for help. Photo by Jevone Moore
Candace Parker driving to the basket against Minnesota Lynx. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360) File photo 2015
Los Angeles, Ca – It doesn’t always work out this way but this year WNBA Finals matchup of No. 1 Minnesota Lynx (28-6) vs No. 2 Los Angeles Sparks (26-8) will begin on Sunday, Oct. 9 at 6 p.m. PT on ABC.
This best of five series will start out in Minnesota who won homecourt advantage and held the series lead 2-1 head up against Los Angeles.
At quick glance most fans will wonder how a finals match has two Western Conference teams pitted against each other. This year the WNBA implemented a new playoff format of the top eight teams would be seeded for the playoffs based on record regardless of conference.
The story lines have been building all season, even from the first regular season matchup of these two team. They were both undefeated at the time and game didn’t disappoint with a playoff atmosphere and three point defeat for Los Angeles (11-1) at the time.
Maya Moore just barley gets past Jennifer Lacy on drive to basket in the 2nd qtr. Photo by Jevone Moore
Maya Moore the No. 3 scorer in the WNBA averaging 25.7 points a game will have to be a big part of the series if the Lynx want to win fourth championship.
This will be Candace Parker first birth to a finals in WNBA, she is six leading scorer in the league averaging 22 points, second rebounds 10.03, and ninth assists 4.5 per game. So the Sparks will go as far as Parker can pull her teammates with her for the ride while keeping them involved on both sides of the ball.
The Sparks also has WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike playing on the wing for a great one, two punch. Then when you need a spark off the bench he comes 6th player of the year Jantel Lavender.
Nenka Ogwumike, Brian Agler and Jantel Lavender before the Chicago Sky vs Los Angeles Sparks game after being awarded their trophies on September 28, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
The winner of this year finals will be great for the league no matter who wins. GO WNBA!
Oct 8: Washington QB Browning (3) taking a shotgun snap during of the Washington vs USC at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
DALLAS (FWAA) – The Washington Huskies raced to a 23-0 halftime lead and shut down defending Pac-12 champion Stanford, 44-6, on Friday night in Seattle. For winning the key Pac-12 Conference matchup between top-10 teams, the Huskies (5-0, 2-0) earned the Football Writers Association of America National Team of the Week honor for games of the weekend of Oct. 1.
The announcement was made on “Playbook,” hosted by Chris Carlin and Gino Torretta on SiriusXM Radio’s “College Sports Nation.” Each Monday during the season, the FWAA National Team of the Week will be unveiled during the program, which airs from 1-4 p.m. ET.
Jake Browning threw for 210 yards and three touchdowns and Myles Gaskin added 100 yards and two touchdowns on the ground in the rout. The Huskies controlled the line play and the pace of the game with 214 rushing yards, averaging 5.2 yards per carry, and scored on six of eight possessions. Washington’s defense provided eight sacks to keep Stanford at bay, the Huskies’ highest one-game total since 2002.
“We don’t get any trophies for winning tonight,” Washington coach Chris Petersen said. “You don’t think it’s going to that well against a team like Stanford. Like I said, it was kind of one of those nights where they were probably a little short-handed and we were clicking on all cylinders and the guys played hard. I really don’t want to underestimate; I think those kids were playing really inspired ball by the energy in that stadium.”
This is the third time for Washington to earn National Team of the Week honors. The others came in 2009 and 2012.
Other National Team of the Week nominees for the weekend of Oct. 1 included:
• Indiana (3-1): The Hoosiers rallied from a 14-0 deficit to beat Michigan State for the first time since 2006, 24-21, in overtime. Griffin Oakes nailed a 20-yard field goal in the extra session to give the Hoosiers possession of the Old Brass Spittoon.
• North Carolina (4-1): Nick Weiler made a 54-yard field goal as time expired to give North Carolina a 37-35 win at Florida State, snapping the Seminoles’ 22-game home win streak. After Florida State rallied to take the lead, UNC drove 38 yards in three plays to get within range for the game-winner. It was the second straight week that UNC has won in the final seconds.
• South Alabama (3-2): The Jaguars ended San Diego State’s 13-game winning streak with a 42-24 win, the first over a ranked opponent in program history. Cole Garvin won his first collegiate start, completing 16-of-21 passes for 242 yards and three touchdowns, and set the school’s completion percentage record against FBS foes at 76.1 percent.
The Football Writers Association of America has named a national team of the week since the 2002 season. Members of the 12-person FWAA All-America Committee – plus one fan vote from Twitter – decide the weekly honor.
Founded in 1941, the Football Writers Association of America consists of 1,400 men and women who cover college football. The membership includes journalists, broadcasters and publicists, as well as key executives in all the areas that involve the game. The FWAA works to govern areas that include game-day operations, major awards and its annual All-America team. For more information about the FWAA and its award programs, contact Steve Richardson at tiger@fwaa.com.
2016 National Teams of the Week • Weekend of Sept. 3: Houston Cougars • Weekend of Sept. 10: Arkansas Razorbacks • Weekend of Sept. 17: Louisville Cardinals • Weekend of Sept. 24: Tennessee Volunteers • Weekend of Oct. 1: Washington Huskies
2016 FWAA ALL-AMERICA COMMITTEE Nick Baumgardner, MLive.com (Big Ten) Kirk Bohls, Austin American-Statesman (Chairman) Tim Griffin, San Antonio Express-News (C-USA) Clay Henry, Hawgs Illustrated (SEC) Joey Johnston, TodaysU.com (American Athletic) Steve Jones, Louisville Courier-Journal (ACC) Matt Roberson, Jonesboro Sun (Sun Belt) John Shinn, Norman Transcript (Big 12) Dave Southorn, Idaho Statesman (Mountain West) Phil Steele, Phil Steele Publications (Independents/National) Ryan Thorburn, Eugene Register-Guard (Pac-12) John Wagner, Toledo Blade (Mid-American)
Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl on October 1, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Quarterback Josh Rosen throwing the football during the Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl on October 1, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Pasadena, CA – The UCLA Bruins get into a rhythm in the second half to defeat the Arizona Wildcats 45-24 for the fifth time in a row.
The big “IF’ was answered can the Bruins put points on the scoreboard. Head coach Jim Mora used the word if as a key takeaway from from tonight. Mora was very positive about the blowout victory but realized that the team still needs work.
The Bruins scored 31 points in second half, behind the strong arm of Josh Rosen. He throw for four touchdown that half, starting off with quick strike to freshman Theo Howard on 19 yard catch and run. Rosen threw for 350 yards 20-37 completions and no interceptions.
Wide receiver Kenneth Walker III fighting for more yards during the Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl on October 1, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Wide receiver Darren Andrews jumped in the rotation and led the eight receivers who caught passes during the game. Andrews caught nine balls for 108 yards receiving.
Bruins still had some key drops passes that need to be caught, IF the want to stay on the field. Tonight was a breakout game for true freshman Howard Mora said, “You’re going to see a lot more of Theo Howard, I promise you that,”
Arizona came into the game starting their second string quarterback Brandon Dawkins who threw for only 73 yards and a touchdown before being knocked out the game by the aggressive Bruins defense.
True Freshman Khalil Tate breaking the pocket during the Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl on October 1, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Late in the game another Wildcat quarterback went down and in came local prep star Khalil Tate from Serra High who added a spark for his team. Tate finished throwing two touchdowns 73 yards passing, he rushed for 83 yards on the ground.
This type performance tells Arizona head coach Rich Rodriguez that he has a real deal player for the future.
UCLA linebacker Kenny Young lead this aggressive defense with 12 tackles for the game. The other active back was Jayon Brown who was one tackle behind with 11.
Now the Bruins will have to bring all three phase of the game with them to Tempe next Saturday when they travel to play Arizona State.
Postgame with Serra Cavaliers Brandon Burton, Khalil Tate and Caleb Wilson after the Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl on October 1, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
