Jaime is a big-time player. It was then that the Bruins turned to a savvy friend to get them through the tough times. I know I'm on my own path. The game did not appear headed for a dramatic finish given its lopsided start. UCLA seniors Jaime Jaquez Jr. and David Singleton met with reporters at the Galen Center after the Bruins dropped a 77-64 decision in a Pac-12 contest. I cant eat it like that anymore. Things like that. proporcionarte nuestros sitios y aplicaciones; autenticar usuarios, aplicar medidas de seguridad y evitar el spam y los abusos, y. medir el uso que haces de nuestros sitios y aplicaciones. I couldnt ask for two better parents. Ive gotten a lot of opportunities. The goal is to make sure everyone who plays feels supported. I am elite in Mario Super Smash Bros. Im also a surfer, skateboarder and snowboarder, but snowboardings kind of hard out in L.A. 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? Utah guard Lazar Stefanovic (20) drives against UCLA guard Amari Bailey (5) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, in Salt Lake City. 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. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson, right, grabs for a rebound in front of UCLA forward Adem Bona during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Hours earlier, Jaime Jr. had scored in double figures, on the same court, also in front of his family. I feel like my teammates believe in me.. and may be republished in print. The key is number one, taking care of the ball, and two, relying on your defense to get things done, not your offense, Campbell said. 4 UCLA and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Not only does the senior have a chance at winning Pac-12 Player of the Year honors, but this season has been extra special because his sister Gabriela is in her first year on the Bruins women's basketball team. In 1998, the award was named in honor of Oscar Robertson, a Hall of Fame player at the University of Cincinnati and a two-time recipient of the USBWA's Player of the Year award. The animated . Jaquez thinks this team can go even further. Receive the latest Dear Abby column in your inbox each morning. Receive email alerts anytime there is breaking news or a severe weather alert. Earlier this year, Russell (Stong) and I were playing pickup soccer with the womens soccer team, who won the national championship. Chiu - freelancer, FR170512 AP, Jaquez siblings helping UCLA men, women succeed on court, Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. Tyler Kolek (Marquette)
My dad was extremely supportive of my dream, and he knew that I was better than the average Joe just by watching me in little league reg games. Surrounded by her family, she embraced her father and put her head on his shoulder in comfort. Let me put it this way: I didnt bet on UCLA. We have a good team capable of winning games.. March 02, 2023, INDIANAPOLIS UCLA senior Jaime Jaquez Jr. has been selected as one of 15 top players to the late season watch list for the Oscar Robertson Trophy, which is annually awarded to the nation's most outstanding men's college basketball player by the U.S. Basketball Writers Association (USBWA). There is a Jaquez family rule: no matter who plays, or where they play, a member of the family is in the stands. The list includes Gonzaga's Drew Timme, Arizona's Azuolas Tubelis, Purdue's Zach Edey, Alabama's Brandon Miller, UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Kentucky's Oscar Tshiebwe, who won the award in 2022. He is one of just two players in the Pac-12 to rank among the league's top five leaders in scoring and rebounding (along with Arizona's Azuolas Tubelis). It diversifies the NBA a lot more, too. The Camarillo . He then became a local high school coach who helped Marion Jones, the former Olympic gold medalist and former North Carolina women's basketball standout, develop her game. They were some things tonight hes got to do better, but he really sparked us on the offensive end, Smith said. UCLA Bruins guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (4) pose for a picture after the UCLA Bruins beat the Michigan Wolverines in the Elite Eight of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. Be brief. We'll get there.". UCLA is sixth in the Pac-12 in rebounding with 32.7 rebounds. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as the fourth-ranked . Use the "Report" link on Its a pretty cool deal, Jaime said. "Jaime is a big . The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. For a program going through a rebuild, the trip to Hawaii started poorly with a loss to BYU, setting up a dreaded game against Division II Chaminade from which there wasn't much to gain. Lorenzo Mata is a former player on the Mexican senior team and a former UCLA center who made two Final Four runs with the Bruins in 2006 and 2007. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA forward Adem Bona reacts during the second half of their game against Utah on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Its always on my mind because were this close to the moment and weve been close before. Population Growth by County, 2000-2007. Don't use obscene, vulgar, "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. "The whole community, because they have their friends, they played with them on our team. Utah finally started making 3-pointers in the second half and cut the Bruins lead to 62-59 after Wilguens Exacte and Saunders hit from behind the arc. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. Be truthful. I remember I was very young. 20 Colorado 61-49 to earn a berth in the Pac-12 Conference championship game for the Ive been learning a lot, and theres still a lot to learn, she said. Copyright 2023 ESPN Internet Ventures. I think of all of the AAU games and practices they drove me to throughout California, and all of the hours they put in. "To be on the mound where legends have been and do that was so, so cool," Jaquez said. (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. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph.. Clear skies. The more immediate task is preparing for Saturdays game, which will also be Jaquezs final game in Pauley Pavilion. LAS VEGAS (AP) Charlisse Leger-Walker scored 15 points and seventh-seeded Washington State stunned No. Los Angeles; Thursday, 9 p.m. EST. The Bruins held a 50-29 halftime lead after shooting 62.9% to Stanfords 43.5% and forcing nine Cardinal turnovers. "By the time we got to a bigger rim, it was easy," Ezequiel said. Soccer, basketball, football, Taco Bell, digest and play some more. 8 Arizona on Saturday Night, No. But their father had no interest in joining the nationwide trend whereby many top players leave their local schools in favor of private or prep schools. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah on Thursday night. "But I also like to think I want to be remembered as a great basketball player, and not just a great Mexican basketball player. Without their guards, Saunders was a pleasant surprise, but it didnt matter because UCLA shot so well early and held Carlson in check. I feel like my teammates believe in me.. On Saturday, Jaime will take part in senior night and Marcos is playing in a high school regional semifinal. UCLA's David Singleton, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Tyger Campbell spoke to media members at Desert Financial Arena after the Bruins defeated Arizona State, 74-62, . The projected All-American (17.3 PPG, 7.9 RPG) this season has already led the Bruins to the top of the Pac-12 and has them well-positioned to make up for the loss to North Carolina in the Sweet 16 a year ago. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson shoots over UCLA forward Kenneth Nwuba during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. 4 UCLA to Host Arizona State on Thursday Evening. We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him. Antoine Davis (Detroit)
All for just $15 (U.P. It was Thanksgiving week of 2019, and the UCLA Bruins were at the Maui Invitational in Mick Cronins first season. "I didn't want to leave and go to a new school and meet a bunch of people. (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. Cousins, uncles, grandparents and other relatives all gathered on the Friday night, members of a family that roams the West Coast, and beyond, to watch Jaquez athletes compete in every sport from softball and volleyball to basketball, baseball and football. Receive special offers from The Daily News and select partners including discounts, contests and more. ICYMI is a weekly newsletter highlighting stories from the past week. Utah center Branden Carlson (35) drives to the basket against UCLA forward Adem Bona (3) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Mike Saunders Jr. drives past fallen UCLA guard Tyger Campbell during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Utah: The Utes made it difficult at times for the Bruins with a determined effort on the boards and a lot of hustle, but the Utes couldnt shoot. But he quickly rose to first in Cronins book in that win over Chaminade, going for 17 points and 12 rebounds in 30 minutes. Winning a national title would mean I could wipe my hands and say what I needed. The Utes played without their starting backcourt of Rollie Worster and Gabe Madsen, who are both injured. Gabriela had 10 points and six rebounds in her first college game as the Bruins beat Cal-Poly. Start your 2023 wellness journey with insurance, (Godofredo A. Vsquez / Associated Press). Rather, he wants his name in the UCLA rafters next to the greats, such as Bill Walton and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. While a meaningless game could have been hard for some to get up for, Jaquez made the most of his minutes. I came here on a mission, and that was to restore UCLA to glory. I was just waiting for an opportunity. Jaquez finished with 27 points on 12-for-17 shooting to help UCLA (6-2 overall, 1-0 Pac-12) make 59.3% of its shots and withstand a slipshod second half in which it committed 13 turnovers, Bruins fans finally exhaling with an eight-clap with about 11/2 minutes left. The Bruins will close their regular-season schedule at home against Arizona on Saturday, March 4. That UCLA, when he got there, was not the best. "Jaime is a big-time player. Jaime Jaquez Jr. finishes with 26 points as UCLA defeats Arizona State 79-61 to keep their bid for a top seed in the NCAA tournament very much alive. A projected second-round pick in the 2023 NBA draft per ESPN, Jaime Jr. could become one of the few players with Mexican heritage to compete in the NBA. Ive learned more about being a consumer and what it means to sell to people. March 3, 2023, 4:04 PM. "And I started to appreciate it a lot more.". Low 64F. I listen to him and his teammates talk about the game, and I try to see what I can learn from that.. Receive email alerts anytime there is breaking news or a severe weather alert. FIFA World Cup - Best Goals from Every Angle, Draw for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023, College Basketball Broadcaster and Reporter. Meanwhile, Jaime Jr. aims to lead UCLA to its first national championship since 1995. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. 4 UCLA and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Not only does the senior have a chance at winning Pac-12 Player of the Year honors, but this season has been extra special because his sister Gabriela is in her first year on the Bruins women's basketball team. 4 UCLA and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Not only does the senior have a chance at winning Pac-12 Player of the Year honors, but this season has been extra special because his sister Gabriela is in her first year on the Bruins women's basketball team. UCLA plays at Colorado on Sunday at 1 p.m. PT. The Bruins won, but Gabriela scored just the three points. The two played all four years at Camarillo High School. But he still laments the game's old rules. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. I was just waiting for an opportunity. Honestly, it felt amazing and it was crazy because I envisioned it, Saunders said. It was definitely a thought. Note: Jaquez had ankle surgery following last season, which hampered his ability to work out with pro teams. She is third on the team in 3-point accuracy at 36%. Bistro makes a move; The Anchor ends seawall suspense, Grand jury indicts second defendant in Galveston doctor's death, Seguin man pleads guilty in island doctor Nancy Hughes' death, Former Galveston postal worker sentenced for mail obstruction, Mardi Gras celebrations come to an end with Fat Tuesday parade, First weekend of Mardi Gras in full swing, Good times roll on at Mardi Gras! But the Jaquez family's only previous McDonald's All-American, and its most competitive member, didn't seem to observe her brother's reaction or that of her household being in the stands, and leapt back on defense.Basketball highlights are the norm for the Jaquez family. I think she just has a winning attitude. UCLA had rolled off the games first 17 points while making all eight shots. "You got to put ranch on this one," Marcos advised, as he nibbled on a slice about an hour after his family had watched him play a basketball game. Oscar Tschiebwe (Kentucky)
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. 2023 Oscar Robertson Trophy, late season watch list
If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Real names required. Jaime Jaquez Jr. (/ h a m e h k z /, HY-may HAH-kez; born February 18, 2001) is a Mexican American college basketball player for the UCLA Bruins of the Pac-12 Conference.He has earned two all-conference selections in the Pac-12, including first-team honors as a junior in 2022. Now were selling out games.. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Lazar Stefanovic drives as UCLA guard Amari Bailey defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Were a lot more of a mobile team than weve been in the past. names allowed. Micks intensity level is off the charts, and his coaching tank is always full. It wasnt like the 6-foot-7 freshman was a top-50 recruit who was a guaranteed star. But Ezequiel remembers convincing his father to build a rim for him and his brother, Dick, to practice with. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. She was the 19th-ranked player in the Class of 2023 and co-MVP of last years McDonalds All-American game. Hes an All-American and a guy thats going to play in the NBA for 10-12 years, so its not a surprise, UCLA coach Mick Cronin said. Start your morning with the top headlines each day. After arriving in America more than 50 years ago to visit her sister, she met Ezequiel. anything. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. Subscribe to Email Newsletters And Breaking News Alerts, Jaquez Jr. leads No. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism (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. and stay on topic. Freshman guard Amari Bailey added 19 points and senior guard Tyger Campbell . (Photo courtesy of Los Angeles Dodgers). Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. This is the nation's oldest such award and the only one named after a former player. 4-ranked UCLA shook off a sluggish start to remain perfect at home, overwhelming Arizona State on the defensive end en route to a 79-61 win Thursday in Los Angeles. The next day against Michigan State in the final game of the tournament, the Camarillo, California native got his first career start. person will not be tolerated. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. Stand behind what you post. UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. practices on Thursday in . Receive special offers from The Daily News and select partners including discounts, contests and more. She smiled when showing off the pictures of the gathering, particularly one: More than 100 members, including Jaime Jr., Gabriela and others from California, standing in front of a church she once attended as a youth. Gabriela Jaquez, Jaime's younger sister, is an incoming freshman on the UCLA women's basketball team who was the No. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. Speaking of the place UCLA was in, why did you bet on this place considering their struggles before your time there? Jaquez was ranked 87th in the 2019 recruiting rankings.
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