Para obtener ms informacin sobre cmo utilizamos tus datos personales, consulta nuestra Poltica de privacidad y Poltica de cookies. Don't use obscene, vulgar, I remember I was very young. And I said, 'Get an offer from UCLA,' 'Get a scholarship,' 'Be nicer to my brothers' and 'Make a left-handed layup.' (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA coach Mick Cronin gestures from the sidelines during the first half of their game against Utah on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Jaime Jaquez Jr. sinks bucket at end of the first half. anything. More help could be on the way soon. Its always on my mind because were this close to the moment and weve been close before. 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. 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 a 3 from the corner. Low 64F. We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him. "His Spanish got better," Gloria joked. She was the 19th-ranked player in the Class of 2023 and co-MVP of last years McDonalds All-American game. Mar 2, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) moves to the basket against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the second half at Pauley Pavilion. 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. We would get up and head to the park to play basketball, then when lunchtime came we would always hit Taco Bell. Stanfords first nine possessions ended in futile fashion. Except, this was no usual rim; it was less than a foot wide, much smaller than the 18-inch width of a regulation-sized cylinder. All rights reserved. 22d; 0:21. "Hes going to help a team win right away because hes made UCLA win for three years, and hes going to have the experience to do that," Cronin said at Pac-12 media days. Honestly, it felt amazing and it was crazy because I envisioned it, Saunders said. 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, . Wether they were the most important, most read or most talked about we want to make sure you read them. Its such a great country. Being from Camarillo, how much did you think about going to UCLA when you were growing up? Arizonas Azuolas Tubelis leads the conference in scoring and rebounding and could become the first Pac-12 player since Cals Leon Powe in 2006 to lead in both categories at the end of the season. (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. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard David Singleton passes the ball away from Utah guard Jaxon Brenchley (5) during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. 1. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. The Cardinal couldnt even get the ball past halfcourt on its next possession. A lot of people in Mexico would love to see someone else in the NBA. You talk about your dad showing you what UCLA was all about. Jaime is a big-time player. You were originally recruited by Steve Alford and committed to the Bruins when he was the coach. 21 UCLA open up Pac-12 play with an 80-66 win over Stanford on Thursday in Palo Alto. 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(Laughs). Si quieres personalizar tus opciones, haz clic en Gestionar configuracin de privacidad. Hes the one who makes all of that happen. Id say thats a pretty fun childhood. (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. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. 4 UCLA to Host No. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. 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. BOTTOM LINE: No. Shes very different from me off the court. Without their guards, Saunders was a pleasant surprise, but it didnt matter because UCLA shot so well early and held Carlson in check. Thats what we got in mind, Jacquez said. I am elite in Mario Super Smash Bros. Im also a surfer, skateboarder and snowboarder, but snowboardings kind of hard out in L.A. Ezequiel would go on to play basketball at Ventura Community College before transferring to Northern Arizona. (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. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. My dad (Jaime Sr.) taught me about John Wooden. But it would hardly be a wasted trip, as Cronin learned everything he needed to know about then-freshman Jaime Jaquez Jr. 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 been a great season so far . Meanwhile, Jaime Jr. aims to lead UCLA to its first national championship since 1995. The goal is to make sure everyone who plays feels supported. Its really our versatility and ability to switch and move defensively. The Bruins will close their regular-season schedule at home against Arizona on Saturday, March 4. All for just $15 (U.P. LOS ANGELES For the briefest of moments as he dribbled on the wing, UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. saw an opening. I just wanted to play with them and see what I could do. While a meaningless game could have been hard for some to get up for, Jaquez made the most of his minutes. "I love representing a country and representing a culture of something bigger than myself as well," he said. It was a heck of an effort. Kendric Davis (Memphis) Ive been learning a lot, and theres still a lot to learn, she said. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. Jaquez Jr. and the Bruins (25-4, 16-2 Pac-12) clinched the Pac-12 Conference's regular-season title in outright fashion last Sunday afternoon with a 60-56 win at Colorado. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Jaime is a big-time player. ICYMI also features select historical content. Ezequiel's parents didn't know much about basketball after they emigrated from Mexico and moved to Oxnard, California, when their son was a child. All rights reserved. Do not link to sites outside galvnews.com. Keep it clean. What has allowed you guys to win six straight games and have a 23-4 record on the season? The decision made waves within the Jaquez family, who still have roots in Mexico, including relatives living in Guadalajara. National championship. I think it would be eye-opening for people in Mexico to understand that if you follow your dream, it can happen. The Bruins held a 50-29 halftime lead after shooting 62.9% to Stanfords 43.5% and forcing nine Cardinal turnovers. The other MVP was fellow Bruins freshman Kiki Rice. Arizona State guard Luther Muhammad (1) shoots against UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, March 2, 2023, in Los Angeles. With the exception of Senior Night later that season, he's been there ever since. FILE - UCLA forward Gabriela Jaquez (23) shoots against South Carolina guard Brea Beal during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Columbia, S.C., Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022. It was a heck of an effort. Its a pretty cool deal, Jaime said. Theres never a moment where Tyger isnt setting his teammates up for success. Hours earlier, Jaime Jr. had scored in double figures, on the same court, also in front of his family. Honestly, it felt amazing and it was crazy because I envisioned it, Saunders said. Copyright 2023 ESPN Internet Ventures. I feel like my teammates believe in me.. Thats something I dont ever forget and wont ever forget. It was incredible. 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 beyond the arc. 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. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. Plain and simple, if you want to win, thats what I can do. Start your morning with the top headlines each day. Lets turn to your classmate and point guard, Tyger Campbell (12.2 PPG, 4.8 APG). That UCLA, when he got there, was not the best. Use the "Report" link on Receive the daily weather forecast and the weekly outlook in your inbox each morning. : bit.ly/23alm-68. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. Im a grand master when it comes to chess. Speaking of the place UCLA was in, why did you bet on this place considering their struggles before your time there? And it's good for our family. Freshman guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. has Mexican heritage on his father's side and spent time competing with Team Mexico at the Pan American Games in the summer of 2019. lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. I bet on myself and my ability to step into this program and lead its turnaround. Gabriela said having her older brother around has made adjusting to college easier. Jaquez was ranked 87th in the 2019 recruiting rankings. Subscribe to Email Newsletters And Breaking News Alerts, Jaquez Jr. leads No. "Jaime is a big-time player. I came here on a mission, and that was to restore UCLA to glory. 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Gabriela Jaquez, Jaime's younger sister, is an incoming freshman on the UCLA women's basketball team who was the No. A couple of hours later, Jaime had 14 points and seven rebounds in UCLAs victory over Sacramento State. "I just told her there's going to be highs, there's going to be lows, but as long as you just persevere and understand this is all a part of your journey and take it as that, because I believe everything happens for a reason. All posts are property of The Daily News I love cooking up beats on garage band, too. The Bruins (26-4, 17-2 Pac . Jaquez said the most important part of the game-opening spurt was what the Bruins did defensively. Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tyger Campbell step . Honestly, it felt amazing and it was crazy because I envisioned it, Saunders said. March 3, 2023, 4:04 PM. He wore ripped jeans and a flannel shirt, and plopped down in the front row as fans whispered to one another about him. It sure sounds like it. We were always going to the park when I was growing up, and summers were the best. Its the Dodgers. Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes a nice move for the layup. (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. Receive an email notification each time resident weather expert Stan Blazyk writes a new article. 4 UCLA to Host Arizona State on Thursday Evening. 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. 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. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah. If I was going to go there for school, it meant that we would have to make results happen in March. At the head of one of the tables sat Ezequiel and Gloria, Jaime Jr. and Gabriela's grandparents. Oscar Tschiebwe (Kentucky) All three Jaquez siblings recently recognized their Mexican heritage with a name, image and likeness (NIL) deal with Tricolor Holdings, a company in Dallas that helps Latino immigrants purchase and finance cars. Thats what we got in mind, Jacquez said. Bruins (25-8) upset No. He's an . He has plans to improve on his 3-point shooting after . The Wildcats are 14-5 in Pac-12 play. 8 Arizona on Saturday Night, No. Every Sunday, she cooks a large meal for her family, who pop in and out to say hello and eat. All rights reserved. Mike Saunders Jr. came off the bench to score a career-high 25 points for Utah (17-12, 10-8 Pac-12), which has lost three in a row. Choose wisely! When youre growing up in Southern California, you quickly learn that its the best institution for basketball that you could go to. Soccer, basketball, football, Taco Bell, digest and play some more. The 2023 Oscar Robertson Trophy will be presented by its namesake at the upcoming NCAA Final Four in Houston. I made it clear to him that it was my dream to reach the NBA, and he and my mom couldnt have been more supportive of it. 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. Don't threaten. Get the latest local and national sports headlines deliveredto your inbox every morning. She's so blue-collar and willing to do whatever. I feel like every time Im on the floor, I keep smiling and am so happy to be playing with these guys," said Jaquez, who is averaging 17.3 points, 7.9 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism What has it meant playing alongside Tyger through this journey, and what does he mean to the Bruins? 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. It came from Mamba. Shes got an attitude to her and thinks shes the best. Saunders, who only had three points in all of conference play coming into the game, brought a new element of speed to the Utes but made some mistakes characteristic of seldom-used players. Jaime Jaquez Sr. said the plan is for most of the family to be at Pauley Pavilion while some will be at the regional semifinal since both games are taking place simultaneously. SoFi Stadium. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger). Get a link to the latest e-Edition delivered to your inbox each morning. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. Ball security is massive for us. Mike Saunders Jr. came off the bench to score a career-high 25 points for Utah (17-12, 10-8 Pac-12), which has lost three in a row. Zach Edey (Purdue) Earlier this year, Russell (Stong) and I were playing pickup soccer with the womens soccer team, who won the national championship. While a . Freshman guard Amari Bailey added 19 points and senior guard Tyger Campbell tallied 17 points and eight assists for the Bruins, who held the Cardinal (3-5, 0-1) to 45.3% shooting and 17 turnovers. Nosotros, Yahoo, somos parte de la familia de marcas de Yahoo. What would be your emotions if you brought home UCLAs first national championship since 1995? National championship. (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. Choose wisely! The game against the Wildcats will feature a matchup of the two favorites for player of the year. mostrar anuncios y contenido personalizados basados en perfiles de inters; medir la efectividad de los anuncios y el contenido personalizados, y. desarrollar y mejorar nuestros productos y servicios. In four seasons under coach Mick Cronin, Jaquez has emerged as a fan favorite and one of Cronins favorite players who has played for him all four years. Tygers leadership is amazing. (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. Ive been able to learn a lot during this time. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. LOS ANGELES -- Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. I want them to say that he left a legacy here. Note: Jaquez had ankle surgery following last season, which hampered his ability to work out with pro teams. "He's become an elite scorer in college basketball," UCLA men's head coach Mick Cronin said. No more than two posts per thread Sometimes its easy to forget about some of the cool things that Ive been able to do. Juan (Toscano-Anderson) is already there, and hes holding it down, having won an NBA championship with the Warriors. I was born in Irvine, and we moved to Camarillo when I was 8 years old. Kris Murray (Iowa) When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. We did it growing up on the pavement in the neighborhood. "To be on the mound where legends have been and do that was so, so cool," Jaquez said. Gabriela had 10 points and six rebounds in her first college game as the Bruins beat Cal-Poly. Well, growing up I played football, soccer, golf, baseball and basketball. 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% and 0 for 10 from 3-point range to take a 43-31 lead at halftime. Arizona basketball coach Tommy Lloyd discusses his team's "game-by-game" approach, sharing that as an answer to how the Wildcats have . To look back and know I achieved those goals still working on my brothers, right?". "If we would have had a 3-point line, I would have scored a lot more," he quipped. Our transition has gotten a lot better. 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. But Jaquez came up with baskets when the Bruins needed them most. Thats why I wear No. "We're both competitive," Jaime Jr. said to ESPN of his sister's reaction to what she considered a disappointing performance, despite also picking up nine rebounds. 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. Story Links. Start your 2023 wellness journey with insurance, (Godofredo A. Vsquez / Associated Press). The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as . Ive learned more about being a consumer and what it means to sell to people. But his focus was solely on the freshman forward on the floor for UCLA. PHILADELPHIA -- UCLA star forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. remains day-to-day with a sprained right ankle and will attempt to play in the No. 20 Colorado 61-49 to earn a berth in the Pac-12 Conference championship game for the (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. Jaquez thinks this team can go even further. 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. 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. 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. 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. Create a password that only you will remember. He has totaled 72 assists and 55 turnovers and ranks second on the team with 44 steals (averaging 1.5 steals per game). A 10-second violation continued a procession of turnovers that made it seem as if Stanford had never faced a full-court press. Were a lot more of a mobile team than weve been in the past. If they can beat Washington State in the championship game Sunday, it would improve their seeding for the NCAA Tournament. When Gabriela hit a 3-pointer late in the third quarter, Jaime Jaquez Jr. -- the UCLA men's basketball star and her older brother -- stood up, pumped his fist and high-fived his friends. The rise of Jaime Jr. and Gabriela is a testament to the support and love that surrounds them and the sacrifices made before they were born. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. I love my friends. I did it all the way up to college and loved it. What has made the year even more enjoyable is that he isnt the only Jaquez making an impact on the court. Right now, Juan Toscano-Anderson of the Lakers is the only player of Mexican descent playing in the NBA. The Utes played without their starting backcourt of Rollie Worster and Gabe Madsen, who are both injured. He covers the sport in a variety of capacities, from calling games on FS1 to serving as lead host on the BIG EAST Digital Network to providing commentary on The Field of 68 Media Network. Low 64F. How did you fall in love with basketball? It was my favorite. It was right by my house growing up so that made it convenient.
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