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Mason Guerra's fourth-inning home run and Nelson Keljo's four scoreless innings in relief led Oregon State to a 3-2 victory over Arizona State in the Pac-12 Conference Tournament. The Beavers snapped a four-game losing streak in the tournament and improved to 9-2 in neutral-site games.
Oregon State (41-14) faces Arizona State (32-25) in the Pac-12 Tournament on May 23, 2024, at Scottsdale Stadium. The game will be broadcast on the Pac-12 Networks and available on the Beaver Sports Network and online platforms. Oregon State, the No. 2 seed, aims to bounce back after a 2-1 loss to Stanford. Key players include Aiden May and Ben Jacobs as starting pitchers.
The University of Oregon men's basketball team clinched the Pac-12 Tournament title with a 75-68 victory over Colorado, securing a spot in the NCAA Tournament for the first time in three years. Led by seniors N'Faly Dante and Jermaine Couisnard, the Ducks displayed toughness and resilience throughout the tournament, with Dante earning the most outstanding player award. Their victory capped a season marked by injuries and inconsistent defense, earning them an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament as Pac-12 champions.
N’Faly Dante's career-high 25 points led the Oregon Ducks to a 75-68 victory over Colorado in the Pac-12 tournament final, securing their spot in the NCAA Tournament. Dante's perfect 12-of-12 shooting performance earned him the most outstanding player award, while Oregon's resilience and strong defensive presence propelled them to their sixth Pac-12 tournament title. With just eight healthy scholarship players, the Ducks overcame the odds to secure their eighth NCAA Tournament appearance in 14 seasons under coach Dana Altman.
Bubble teams in college basketball are vying for spots in the NCAA Tournament, with several potential bid-stealing scenarios unfolding in conference tournaments. Mississippi State's win moved them off the bubble, while Tennessee's loss dropped them from the top bracket line. Colorado and Oregon are set to battle for the Pac-12 Tournament championship, with the potential for a bid-stealing upset. The SEC and A-10 tournaments also feature teams fighting for their tournament lives. The bracket has been challenging to assemble, with the Big 12 and SEC each having four teams in the top 16.
Oregon overcomes a 14-point halftime deficit to upset top-seeded Arizona 67-59 and advance to the Pac-12 championship game. Despite an early injury scare to their center N'Faly Dante, the Ducks rallied behind Jackson Shelstad and Jermaine Couisnard's scoring to secure the victory. Arizona's bid for a third consecutive Pac-12 title was thwarted as they now await their NCAA Tournament seeding.
The University of Oregon men's basketball team secured a spot in the Pac-12 Tournament final and a chance at an NCAA Tournament berth by defeating top-seeded Arizona 67-59, despite facing adversity including the loss of player N'Faly Dante and a 12-straight missed three-point attempts. Led by standout performances from Jermaine Couisnard and Jackson Shelstad, the Ducks showcased unwavering defensive intensity and a strong second-half three-point shooting to secure the victory. The team's resilience and determination were evident as they overcame challenges and rallied to secure the win, setting the stage for a highly anticipated final game.
Arizona's quest for a third consecutive Pac-12 Tournament title ended with a semifinal loss to Oregon, leaving them to regroup before the NCAA tourney. Coach Tommy Lloyd credited Oregon's resilience and defensive play, while acknowledging Arizona's offensive stagnation and turnovers. Players discussed the need to improve decision-making, handle defensive pressure, and adjust offensive strategies to counter opponents' zone defenses. Despite the setback, the team remains determined to respond positively and prepare for the challenges ahead.
The USC women's basketball team secured its highest ranking in 38 years, moving up to No. 3 in The Associated Press Top 25 after winning the Pac-12 tournament for the first time since 2014. South Carolina remains at No. 1, while Iowa moves to No. 2. Fairfield and Jackson State continue their impressive winning streaks, and Nebraska narrowly misses out on a Top 25 spot after a close loss to Iowa.
Freshman JuJu Watkins overcomes ankle injury to lead USC to a double-overtime victory over UCLA in the Pac-12 tournament semifinals, securing a spot in the final against Stanford. Watkins finished with 33 points and 10 rebounds, propelling USC to its first conference title shot since 2014. The win marks USC's second consecutive victory over UCLA and showcases the team's resilience in clutch moments, with Watkins' standout performance and the team's unity contributing to their success.
No. 5 USC defeats No. 7 UCLA 80-70 in double overtime in the Pac-12 Tournament semifinals, with JuJu Watkins scoring 33 points and 10 rebounds. USC will face No. 2 Stanford in the championship game. Despite being injured, Watkins returned to the game and set a new Pac-12 Tournament record for points in a game by a freshman. UCLA's Charisma Osborne led her team with 21 points, but the Bruins couldn't secure a win in regulation or the first overtime.
Oregon State women's basketball team continues their trend of remarkable comebacks, erasing a 12-point deficit to secure an 85-79 double overtime victory against Colorado in the Pac-12 tournament quarterfinals. The team's mental toughness and ability to overcome seemingly impossible situations have been a defining feature of their season, reflecting an evolution from a challenging previous year. Coach Scott Rueck attributes the team's success to their competitive spirit, desire, and evolving mindset. Oregon State advances to the semifinals to face Stanford, aiming to break a 14-game losing streak against them.
Vanderbilt baseball will face off against Oregon in the NCAA Nashville Regional after winning their Friday night game against Eastern Illinois. The winner of this game will advance straight to Sunday's regional final. Vanderbilt is likely to turn to left-hander Hunter Owen on the mound. The game will be at 8 p.m. CT on SEC Network.
The Oregon Ducks won the Pac-12 baseball tournament by defeating the Arizona Wildcats 5-4 in the championship game. The Ducks overcame a shorthanded pitching staff, outlasted multiple late-game deficits, and persevered through four do-or-die games to win their first conference tournament title and earn an automatic berth to the NCAA Baseball Tournament. Freshman right-hander Turner Spoljaric pitched the game of his life, and the bullpen had another clutch effort to cool down the red-hot Wildcats. The Ducks' defense was exceptional behind him, turning three crucial double plays to escape jams, and their offense came from all over the lineup.
Arizona will face Stanford in the semifinals of the Pac-12 Baseball Tournament, with the winner advancing to the NCAA Tournament. Arizona, the lowest seed to advance, will start left-hander Bradon Zastrow against Pac-12 Pitcher of the Year Quinn Mathews. Arizona has a better RPI than ASU and USC, who were previously projected to be in the NCAA field.