We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. 21 UCLA open up Pac-12 play with an 80-66 win over Stanford on Thursday in Palo Alto. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Low 64F. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Use the "Report" link on We play very similarly. 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. Si no quieres que nosotros ni nuestros socios utilicemos cookies y datos personales para estos propsitos adicionales, haz clic en Rechazar todo. anything. 8 Arizona on Saturday Night, No. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah head coach Craig Smith watches from the sidelines during the first half of their game against UCLA on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Receive the most recent obituaries every afternoon. ICYMI is a weekly newsletter highlighting stories from the past week. 8 Arizona Wildcats after Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 26 points in UCLA's 79-61 win against the Arizona State Sun Devils. "I just wanted to make sure that they won first and I wanted them to go through the steps," he said. His sister, Gabriela, is having a solid season for the 19th-ranked Bruins womens basketball team. A 6-foot-7 guard/forward from Camarillo, Calif., Jaquez Jr. has led the Bruins in scoring (17.0 ppg) and rebounding (8.0 rpg) through the team's first 29 games of the season. that is degrading to another person. To this day, most of her children and grandchildren live in Camarillo. Be aware. "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. Bro, Im a five-sport athlete now! Although, Id head back there if they want to do an NIL deal (laughs). Now, back to basketball. How did you fall in love with basketball? Sometimes, they bring their friends and show them how to put ranch on their favorite pizza slices. But he can do it.". 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. Follow him on Twitter @John_Fanta. Freshman guard Amari Bailey added 19 points and senior guard Tyger Campbell . 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. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. looks to drive against Utah during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. But it is their commitment to their bond and heritage that has allowed them to blossom on basketball courts throughout the West Coast for decades. SoFi Stadium. Its just so many things to get in when youve got all these freshmen, just so much to teach, Cronin said. All posts are property of The Daily News An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. I feel like my teammates believe in me.. Micks intensity level is off the charts, and his coaching tank is always full. Receive the latest Dear Abby column in your inbox each morning. 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. But he quickly rose to first in Cronins book in that win over Chaminade, going for 17 points and 12 rebounds in 30 minutes. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. 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. Even with their scoring drought, the Bruins took care of the ball with only six turnovers, marking the 27th of 28 games this season they have less giveaways than their opponent. Antoine Davis (Detroit) ARIZONA. Jaime was expected to be one of UCLAs leaders at the start of the season. The Cardinal couldnt even get the ball past halfcourt on its next possession. I usually go once or twice a year. I am elite in Mario Super Smash Bros. Im also a surfer, skateboarder and snowboarder, but snowboardings kind of hard out in L.A. Jalen Wilson (Kansas). Maxx Flash Deal: Get 100GB, unlimited local outgoing calls and 2GB Roaming Data. Basketball highlights are the norm for the Jaquez family. 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. Jaquez scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift fourth-ranked UCLA to a 78-71 victory over Utah on Thursday night. It was a heck of an effort. No. After arriving in America more than 50 years ago to visit her sister, she met Ezequiel. We grew up in a small community that was really close-knit. When Stanfords Brandon Angel rose for a three-pointer with 41/2 minutes left Thursday night, a UCLA lead that had once stood at 23 points was down to eight and the tension inside the old building was palpable. 8 Arizona, Jaime is on pace to become only the sixth player in conference history to rank in the top five in the Pac-12 in scoring, rebounding and steals. Brandon Miller (Alabama) In high school, I could do whatever I wanted. It sure sounds like it. 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. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Get a link to the latest e-Edition delivered to your inbox each morning. 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. 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. Subscribe to Email Newsletters And Breaking News Alerts, Jan Kim Lim - handout one time use, UCLA Athletics, Ringo H.W. But that he left it in a better place from where he found it. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 23 points as No. We'll get there.". The decision made waves within the Jaquez family, who still have roots in Mexico, including relatives living in Guadalajara. That, or the nachos supreme was my order. 4 UCLA to Host No. Cuando utilizas nuestros sitios y aplicaciones, usamos. On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him.". I can tell you this much, I can be a winner for your organization. UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) drives between Arizona's Oumar Ballo, left, and Arizona's Pelle Larsson (3) during the Pac-12 tournament championship game on March 12 in Las Vegas. Gabriela adds, "I really don't care if they see me as Jaime's little sister. 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. Limited time only! A sloppy stretch in the second half helped swing a Maples Pavilion crowd that once generated more noise for the visitors back squarely in favor of the home team. Learning about him, and all the championships he won, made me want to be a part of UCLA. 6 Stanford 69-65 in the Pac-12 tournament semifinals, https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketball, https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll, Guest commentary: End of Texas' open beaches might be near, Long-voyage Carnival ship to sail from Galveston, New Port Bolivar-Galveston ferry to shore up aged fleet, Man slain in League City a longtime teacher, coach, Second store in Galveston County enters fights against opioid overdoses, Galveston police reviewing whether patrol unit hit crash victim, Biz Buzz: Main St. 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. The highlights included what looked like a Bailey trapeze act given the way he flew toward the basket for a put-back dunk that had his teammates flapping towels on the bench in celebration. To be on the mound where legends have been and do that was so, so cool. LOS ANGELES -- Gabriela Jaquez's biggest fan entered Pauley Pavilion on a Saturday afternoon with a couple of his buddies. It was definitely a thought. After the game, she moved into the multitude of siblings, nieces, nephews, parents, aunts and uncles who awaited her in a corridor of Pauley Pavilion. My parents got me involved in the sport, and I remember instantly loving the competitiveness of it. Every Sunday, she cooks a large meal for her family, who pop in and out to say hello and eat. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. Thats why I wear No. What has made the year even more enjoyable is that he isnt the only Jaquez making an impact on the court. A lot of people get lost in that. Sept. 16, 2022 10:45 a.m. UCLA men's basketball senior guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. has been a cornerstone of the program since his freshman year in 2019-2020. The press is the last thing.. Jaime Jaquez Jr. has been named a first-team preseason All-American in the Field of 68's Almanac, among the most comprehensive guides to the college hoops season. Note: A Spanish version of this story can be read here. Honestly, it felt amazing and it was crazy because I envisioned it, Saunders said. I loved how creative you could get with it. Thats huge to me and really is something that I want to make happen. Do not link to sites outside galvnews.com. Nosotros, Yahoo, somos parte de la familia de marcas de Yahoo. You were originally recruited by Steve Alford and committed to the Bruins when he was the coach. I dont think about anything else. Because of the way he pushes us and works for our success, it makes you want to play even harder for him. "It was basketball and life goals. 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. But he quickly rose to first in Cronin's book in that win over Chaminade, going for 17 points and 12 rebounds in 30 minutes. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Jaquez Jr. and Tubelis are the only Pac-12 student-athletes on the list of 15 players. He has gone beyond that and is one of the favorites for Pac-12 Player of the Year. Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. It was Thanksgiving week of 2019, and the UCLA Bruins were at the Maui Invitational in Mick Cronins first season. 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. Meanwhile, Jaime Jr. aims to lead UCLA to its first national championship since 1995. 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It also has dramatically improved his standing in a two-man race for Pac-12 player of the year, along with Arizona's Azuolas Tubelis. He wanted them to become versatile players but still have fun. "When I was really young, I just thought everyone comes to your games and supports [you], but then as I got older, I realized that's not the case for everybody," Jaime Jr. said. UCLA has been in the Top 10 for the last month and further upward mobility will probably depend on one of the top three losing this weekend. But Ezequiel remembers convincing his father to build a rim for him and his brother, Dick, to practice with. Receive updates on the latest issues of Coast Monthly. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. While Jaime came in under the radar, Gabriela entered UCLA with plenty of hype as part of the top-ranked recruiting class in the country. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and . I had to get the loaded griller. Hours earlier, Jaime Jr. had scored in double figures, on the same court, also in front of his family. 15d; 0:19. I think of all of the AAU games and practices they drove me to throughout California, and all of the hours they put in. The Bruins (25-8) upset No. Jaime Jaquez Jr. slams home big dunk. If they can beat Washington State in the championship game Sunday, it would improve their seeding for the NCAA Tournament. "To be on the mound where legends have been and do that was so, so cool," Jaquez said. Only a few seconds after tipoff, UCLAs Jaylen Clark double-teamed Brandon Ingram, the extra help confounding the Stanford forward and forcing a traveling violation. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Tyger Campbell shoots as Utah guard Wilguens Junior Exacte, left, 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 Laura Elder's Biz Buzz direct to your inbox every Sunday. 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. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. Don't threaten. Its been great, man. Jaime Jr. and Gabriela still return to Camarillo during the season. "I remember telling all the other players before I got to UCLA: Listen guys, when I get here, Im making sure that UCLA is back on the map. and may be republished in print. But Jaime Jr., Gabriela and Marcos represent the third generation of basketball players in their family. It was incredible. He wants to be known as a Bruins legend first. 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. FILE - UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) is defended by Stanford forwards Maxime Raynaud (42) and Harrison Ingram (55) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, in Los Angeles. (Laughs). Zach Edey (Purdue) Tyger Campbell scored 10 of his points in the first half and helped manufacture open shots for his teammates while the Bruins held the Utes to 33 percent and 0-for-10 from 3-point range to take a 43-31 lead at halftime. The pride in those moments permeates the Jaquez family's bond. Shes very sassy and thinks shes No. 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). Receive special offers from The Daily News and select partners including discounts, contests and more. Being from Camarillo, how much did you think about going to UCLA when you were growing up? Its always on my mind because were this close to the moment and weve been close before. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. The game did not appear headed for a dramatic finish given its lopsided start. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Marco Anthony drives against UCLA guard Dylan Andrews during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Joe Kent's Reel Report every evening. He just always makes great decisions for us. Well, why would I think about anything else? This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times. 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. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. The Camarillo High graduate is headed to UCLA and will lead Mexico at the Pan Am Games in Lima. Start your morning with the top headlines each day. March 3, 2023, 4:04 PM. 4 UCLA and Jaime Jaquez Jr. UCLA is 23- when it . Ive learned more about being a consumer and what it means to sell to people. They were some things tonight hes got to do better, but he really sparked us on the offensive end, Smith said. Lets turn to your classmate and point guard, Tyger Campbell (12.2 PPG, 4.8 APG). UCLAs 15-2 mark through 17 Pac-12 games marks the programs best conference start since the 2007-08 Final Four team with Kevin Love and Russell Westbrook. Jaime Jaquez Jr. burned the Buffaloes for 23 points and 13 rebounds earlier this season. And I said, 'Get an offer from UCLA,' 'Get a scholarship,' 'Be nicer to my brothers' and 'Make a left-handed layup.' Our transition has gotten a lot better. 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. "By the time we got to a bigger rim, it was easy," Ezequiel said. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as the fourth-ranked . Through group texts, it is collectively decided who will attend which game and when. 2023 NCAA Tournament Projections: UNC, ASU remain on the bubble, College basketball tiers: Big 12, Big Ten headline best conference tournaments, Antoine Davis falls four points shy of breaking Pete Maravich's NCAA scoring record, Marquette, UConn and Providence highlight big weekend on FOX, Illinois' Matthew Mayer returns to practice after 'caffeine poisoning', 2023 NCAA Conference Tournament Tracker: Schedule, automatic bids, Five burning questions as college basketball enters March, Iowa State dismisses Caleb Grill for failing to meet expectations. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson, left, looks to drive against UCLA forward Adem Bona during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. We would get up and head to the park to play basketball, then when lunchtime came we would always hit Taco Bell. Thats saying a lot at UCLA and in the Pac-12. Los Angeles; Thursday, 9 p.m. EST. Receive an email notification each time resident weather expert Stan Blazyk writes a new article. The best piece of advice came from my dad, and its actually something that he got by reading Coach Wooden: Be quick, but not in a hurry. Our ball movement in the first half was as good as its been since Ive been here side to side, Cronin said. This handout provided by UCLA Athletics shows Gabriela Jaquez and Jaime Jaquez Jr. posed at Pauley Pavilion on the campus of UCLA in Los Angeles, Aug. 23, 2022 It has Jaquez, who was UCLAs only effective offensive player in the second half, made a 3-pointer with 1:03 remaining to seal the win just moments after Campbell made one of his own from the corner. Threats of harming another Obviously, [there was] representing my city, Camarillo, too, and I wanted to promote it in a positive way.". LAS VEGAS (AP) Charlisse Leger-Walker scored 15 points and seventh-seeded Washington State stunned No. BOTTOM LINE: No. Utah center Keba Keita, left, and UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) watch the ball get away during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, in Salt Lake City. But the . My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. have pegged UCLA at No. Jaquez, now a 6-foot-7 matchup nightmare, returns for his senior season after averaging 13.9 points and 5.7 rebounds in 30.5 minutes per game. Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tyger Campbell step . ICYMI is a weekly newsletter highlighting stories from the past week. Hes been our point guard for four years. Wether they were the most important, most read or most talked about we want to make sure you read them. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as . Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. After helping lead UCLA's historic Final Four run in 2021, Jaime Jaquez Jr. returned to lead the Bruins back to the Sweet 16 before losing to eventual runner-up North Carolina. "When we need a bucket, it's pretty simple where we go. It's a really cool dynamic. Selected to Wooden Award National Ballot, No. Receive email alerts anytime there is breaking news or a severe weather alert. Since the 1958-59 college basketball season, the USBWA has named a National Player of the Year. It has been a great season so far for No. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Wilguens Junior Exacte celebrates a play during the second half of their game against UCLA on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. I played first base and was a pitcher, too. Jalen Pickett (Penn State) (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. shoots as Utah center Branden Carlson, left and guard Lazar Stefanovic defend during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Plan your fishing trips with Capt. As Jaime Jr. and Gabriela displayed early signs that they might have a future in basketball, Jaime Sr. coached his children at the AAU level but never accelerated their development. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. I wear it for him. It was midday Taco Bell for us, then after that, it was back to the courts for more hoops. 4 Bruins' Sweet 16 game against No . UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. practices on Thursday in . All rights reserved. Thats what we got in mind, Jacquez said. Get a link to the latest e-Edition delivered to your inbox each morning. Create a password that only you will remember. A couple of hours later, Jaime had 14 points and seven rebounds in UCLAs victory over Sacramento State. The other MVP was fellow Bruins freshman Kiki Rice. person will not be tolerated. Guest commentary: End of Texas' open beaches might be near, Long-voyage Carnival ship to sail from Galveston, New Port Bolivar-Galveston ferry to shore up aged fleet, Man slain in League City a longtime teacher, coach, Second store in Galveston County enters fights against opioid overdoses, Galveston police reviewing whether patrol unit hit crash victim, Biz Buzz: Main St. It helps that it was her dream school. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah. But Jaquez came up with baskets when the Bruins needed them most. The Camarillo . It's the foundation of their unity. Jaquez played 37 minutes, Campbell 36 and Bailey 32, numbers that Cronin regretted even after his team posted its third consecutive victory. Kris Murray (Iowa) Edit yourself. Without their guards, Saunders was a pleasant surprise, but it didnt matter because UCLA shot so well early and held Carlson in check. Gabriela has started two games but has mainly come off the bench while averaging 6.5 points and 3.5 rebounds. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson, left, tries to keep the ball from UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. What would be your emotions if you brought home UCLAs first national championship since 1995? 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. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as the fourth-ranked Bruins captured their first outright regular-season Pac-12 title since 2013. 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. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. Internet forum rules ICYMI also features select historical content. Jaquez poured in 12.3 points and 6.1 rebounds-per-game that season, then averaged 13.9 PPG last year. I was just waiting for an opportunity. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. We won't share it with anyone else. A few years ago, she returned to Mexico and held a massive reception for her family.

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