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mens-basketball1 month ago•14 min saved

Tar Heels fall short in Cal showdown after late rally fizzles

Carolina trailed Cal by 15 at halftime and couldn’t sustain a comeback as Cal shot 55.9% from the field (62.5% from three) in the first half. UNC’s defense struggled on the West Coast, and a late surge went 4-for-19 from three in the final 10 minutes, sealing an 84-78 loss. Derek Dixon started and urged better defense; Veesaar had 14 points and 10 rebounds, Wilson contributed late free throws and a late miss, and Hubert Davis acknowledged the team faced adversity and must fight through it.

via University of North Carolina Athletics|

#cal #carolina #derek-dixon

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Notre Dame Coach Confronts Ref After Narrow Loss to Cal

Notre Dame coach Micah Shrewsberry confronted referees after a controversial ending to a game against Cal, where a disputed foul and subsequent free throws led to a Cal victory. Shrewsberry apologized for his actions, which were publicly reprimanded by the ACC, and the game was marked by contentious officiating and a late Irish collapse.

via South Bend Tribune|

#basketball #cal #controversy

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

Hawaii's Dramatic Comeback and Brawl in Hawaii Bowl Victory

Hawaii staged a dramatic comeback in the Hawaii Bowl, overcoming a 21-point deficit to beat Cal 35-31 with a last-minute touchdown, despite losing their starting quarterback. The game ended with a postgame fight after a series of late-game events, including a fumble and multiple shoves. Hawaii's freshman quarterback Micah Alejado played a key role in the comeback, and the victory marked Hawaii's first winning season since 2019.

via Yahoo Sports|

#cal #comeback #fighting

sports3 months ago•4 min saved

Louisville's Narrow Loss to Cal in Overtime Highlights Close College Football Battle

Louisville football lost a close game to Cal in overtime, despite having the chance to win, due to mistakes, penalties, and lack of toughness, leading to disappointment and concerns about their readiness for upcoming challenges.

via WDRB|

#cal #coach-brohm #louisville

sports3 months ago•14 min saved

California Beats Louisville in OT Thriller

Louisville Cardinals, ranked No. 15, face Cal Golden Bears in a college football game at L&N Stadium, with Louisville favored by 18.5 points. The game features strong Louisville defense and a talented Cal quarterback, Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele. Louisville aims to extend its winning streak and improve its conference record, while Cal looks to become bowl eligible. The game is set for 7 p.m. on ESPN2.

via Card Chronicle|

#cal #college-football #game-preview

sports4 months ago•1 min saved

Virginia Tech's Double-OT Victory Highlights Resilience

Virginia Tech's thrilling 42-34 double overtime victory over Cal exemplifies the chaotic and charming spirit of college football, showcasing its unpredictable, passionate, and unique nature that keeps fans hooked despite a challenging season.

via TechSideline.com|

#acc #cal #college-football

sports4 months ago•1 min saved

Cal Edges Out North Carolina in Close Game Amidst Tensions and Key Plays

Cal mocked North Carolina and Bill Belichick with humorous scoreboard messages during a game, following UNC's support statements for Belichick amid rumors of a contract buyout; this is part of a series of playful jabs from opponents after UNC's losses this season.

via Bleacher Report|

#bill-belichick #cal #mockery

sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Belichick's UNC tenure marred by narrow loss to Cal after late fumble

North Carolina under coach Bill Belichick suffered a narrow 21-18 defeat to Cal, marked by a crucial late fumble by Nathan Leacock that cost them a potential win, amid ongoing off-field issues and a challenging start to the season.

via AP News|

#belichick #cal #fumble

sports5 months ago•6 min saved

Week 4 College Football: Surprises, Standouts, and Shifts in Power

Week 4 of college football saw several prominent fan bases express frustration due to disappointing team performances, including Clemson's historic loss, Illinois and Cal's struggles, Wisconsin and Oklahoma State's poor starts, North Carolina's underwhelming debut under Bill Belichick, and Arkansas's missed opportunities, highlighting a season of upheaval and unmet expectations.

via Sports Illustrated|

#arkansas #cal #clemson

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Cal's Aerial Attack Downs Minnesota in Season Opener

The Minnesota Gophers, despite a strong defense, lost their first game of the season 27-14 to Cal, primarily due to a costly muffed punt and struggles in containing Cal's freshman quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, who threw for 279 yards and three touchdowns.

via Star Tribune|

#cal #college-football #gophers

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

Oklahoma's NCAA Gymnastics Reign Ends in Stunning Semifinal Collapse

Defending champions and favorites, University of Oklahoma Sooners, suffered a shocking collapse in the NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships, finishing third in the semi-finals and missing the finals. Utah and Florida advanced to the finals, while LSU's Haleigh Bryant captured the all-around title. The University of California Golden Bears also advanced to the finals, marking a program record after a steady rise under coaches Liz Crandall-Howell and Justin Howell.

via Olympics|

#cal #ncaa-finals #ncaa-gymnastics

sports1 year ago•9 min saved

"2024 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships: Semifinal Preview and Expert Picks"

The NCAA gymnastics championships in Fort Worth, Texas are set to be a whirlwind competition with experts predicting Oklahoma, LSU, Cal, and Florida as top contenders, while also highlighting standout routines and potential upsets. Despite Oklahoma's historic season, experts believe LSU and Cal have the potential to dethrone the defending champions, with LSU's Haleigh Bryant and Cal's Mya Lauzon standing out as top all-around contenders. The competition is expected to be fierce, with razor-thin margins and the potential for upsets, making it a must-watch event for gymnastics fans.

via ESPN|

#cal #championships #lsu

sports1 year ago•15 min saved

"Marchand Madness: ASU Dominates NCAA Swim Championships on Road to 2024 Olympics"

The final day of the 2024 Men’s NCAA Championships features prelims in the 200 back, 100 free, 200 breast, and 200 fly, with Arizona State leading the team standings. Notable performances include Cal's Destin Lasco setting a pool record in the 200 back, Tennessee's Jordan Crooks securing the top seed in the 100 free, and Penn's Matt Fallon leading the 200 breast prelims. Cal's Dare Rose and Arizona State's Ilya Kharun are top contenders in the 200 fly, while Arizona State's Leon Marchand aims to defend his 200 breast title.

via SwimSwam|

#arizona-state #cal #ncaa-championships

sports2 years ago•10 min saved

"Pac-12 Championships: California Bears Dominate as Stanford and USC Rise"

The 2024 Women's Pac-12 Championships featured a busy third finals session with five individual events in the pool, including the 400 IM, 100 butterfly, 200 freestyle, 100 breaststroke, and 100 backstroke. USC won the 400 medley relay, while Cal maintained its lead in the overall standings. Standout performances included USC's Kaitlyn Dobler winning the 100 breaststroke and Cal's Isabelle Stadden taking the 100 backstroke title.

via SwimSwam|

#cal #pac-12-championships #sports

sports2 years ago•18 min saved

"Cal and Arizona State Swim to Stunning Tie with Record-Breaking Performances"

In a highly anticipated dual meet, #1 Arizona State faced off against #2 Cal in Berkeley. The Cal women dominated the 200 medley relay, while the ASU men narrowly lost to Cal in the 200 medley relay. Notable performances included ASU's Deniz Ertan winning the 1000 free and Zalan Sarkany winning the men's 1000 free, while Cal's Stephanie Akakabota and Eloise Riley secured victories in the women's 50 and 100 free, respectively. The meet saw several close races and strong performances from both teams.

via SwimSwam|

#arizona-state #cal #dual-meet