Start your 2023 wellness journey with insurance, (Godofredo A. Vsquez / Associated Press). To this day, most of her children and grandchildren live in Camarillo. I am his little sister. Jaime Jaquez Jr. (UCLA) 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. McClendon has already helped by providing another practice body thats allowed UCLA to enhance the full-court press thats worked so effectively the last two games. 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. I came here on a mission, and that was to restore UCLA to glory. I feel like my teammates believe in me.. This is the nation's oldest such award and the only one named after a former player. (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. 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 stars were Shabazz Muhammad, Larry Drew II and Kyle Anderson, the Bruins edging Oregon by one game in the conference standings. Note: Jaquez had ankle surgery following last season, which hampered his ability to work out with pro teams. Id say thats a pretty fun childhood. The game did not appear headed for a dramatic finish given its lopsided start. 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. 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. I usually go once or twice a year. 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. Cronin blamed himself for his teams second-half letdown, saying he should have played his reserves more to keep his starters fresh and the intensity level as high as it was early in the game. 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. And our team, both of our teams, were really, really good.". Going into Saturdays regular-season finale against No. 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. anything. Im all in on the Dodgers. Jalen Pickett (Penn State) If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. 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. Every Sunday, she cooks a large meal for her family, who pop in and out to say hello and eat. 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. 2023 College Basketball Power Rankings: Which teams can take advantage of the chaos? Thats what we got in mind, Jacquez said. Bro, Im a five-sport athlete now! 1. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA forward Mac Etienne shoots as Utah forward Bostyn Holt defends during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Clear skies. 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. 4 UCLA to Host Arizona State on Thursday Evening. Alright, speaking of music, whats the best concert youve ever been to? Shes very sassy and thinks shes No. 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. Stanfords first nine possessions ended in futile fashion. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as . (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. It's an adjustment from high school. "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. "If we would have had a 3-point line, I would have scored a lot more," he quipped. He wore ripped jeans and a flannel shirt, and plopped down in the front row as fans whispered to one another about him. (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. Mar 4, 2023 Updated 6 min ago. UCLA (24-4 overall, 15-2 Pac-12) has won seven in a row despite giving up more than 70 points for just the fourth time this season. 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. If I was going to go there for school, it meant that we would have to make results happen in March. It's the foundation of their unity. 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. We started with no one coming to our games, no one even wanting to, everyone overlooking us. But he still laments the game's old rules. 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. He has totaled 72 assists and 55 turnovers and ranks second on the team with 44 steals (averaging 1.5 steals per game). And I said, 'Get an offer from UCLA,' 'Get a scholarship,' 'Be nicer to my brothers' and 'Make a left-handed layup.' There is a Jaquez family rule: no matter who plays, or where they play, a member of the family is in the stands. Low 64F. Theres so much opportunity and with NIL, theres so much potential. 2023 Oscar Robertson Trophy, late season watch list Jaquez thinks this team can go even further. Trayce Jackson-Davis (Indiana) Jaquez's ankle has been the biggest storyline heading into Friday's matchup, and Bruins coach Mick Cronin says he is 'going to try'. 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. Hours earlier, Jaime Jr. had scored in double figures, on the same court, also in front of his family. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. Lets turn to your classmate and point guard, Tyger Campbell (12.2 PPG, 4.8 APG). Its such a great country. So whether I'm Mexican or not -- and I love to embrace my culture and that's who I am -- I'm a person at the end of the day.". This offseason, Jaquez opted to . Real names required. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Being from Camarillo, how much did you think about going to UCLA when you were growing up? Cronin said Will McClendon, a redshirt freshman guard who sat out last season with a knee injury, could make his college debut Sunday against Oregon, giving the Bruins another option. 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. Copyright UCLA Athletics. What was it like throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium? (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. He is also a two-time member of the Pac-12 All-Defensive Team. BOTTOM LINE: Arizona State visits No. Ive been able to learn a lot during this time. We won't share it with anyone else. (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. What kind of impact have your parents had on you? Jaime is a big-time player. "When we need a bucket, it's pretty simple where we go. Micks intensity level is off the charts, and his coaching tank is always full. 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. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to read or post comments. Right now, Juan Toscano-Anderson of the Lakers is the only player of Mexican descent playing in the NBA. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA forward Adem Bona dunks over Utah center Keba Keita, left, as Utah forward Bostyn Holt looks on during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Subscribe to Email Newsletters And Breaking News Alerts, Jan Kim Lim - handout one time use, UCLA Athletics, Ringo H.W. John Fanta is a national college basketball broadcaster and writer for FOX Sports. Utah held the Bruins without a field goal for more than six minutes in the middle of the second half, highlighted by a couple of thunderous blocked shots from Branden Carlson and Keba Keita. (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. "The whole community, because they have their friends, they played with them on our team. 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 Low 64F. 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. Would you still be in college if NIL wasnt a thing? Wether they were the most important, most read or most talked about we want to make sure you read them. While a . One of the highlights for both came on Nov. 7 when UCLA held a rare basketball doubleheader for the season opener. Receive the daily weather forecast and the weekly outlook in your inbox each morning. (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. I think it would be eye-opening for people in Mexico to understand that if you follow your dream, it can happen. Do not link to sites outside galvnews.com. It was a heck of an effort. 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. Theyre a major set play team, so if we dont let them run their sets, we just thought they were going to be lost and not know what to do.. Ball security is massive for us. The chant that serenaded the Bruins after Jaquez stole an inbounds pass for a breakaway dunk provided comforting familiarity in their first true road game of the season. I love cooking up beats on garage band, too. She was the 19th-ranked player in the Class of 2023 and co-MVP of last years McDonalds All-American game. Meanwhile, Jaime Jr. aims to lead UCLA to its first national championship since 1995. Kobe Bryant. 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. 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. Ezequiel would go on to play basketball at Ventura Community College before transferring to Northern Arizona. Its been a really impactful way to learn a lot on the entertainment side of things as well as marketing and understanding what consumers want. LOS ANGELES For the briefest of moments as he dribbled on the wing, UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. saw an opening. Wether they were the most important, most read or most talked about we want to make sure you read them. 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. No pseudonyms or partial It was my favorite. The first word I want them to say is "legacy." That was always my mindset from the beginning and I was not going to think any other way. 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. Hes an everyday guy, thats why. Para obtener ms informacin sobre cmo utilizamos tus datos personales, consulta nuestra Poltica de privacidad y Poltica de cookies. 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. Gloria is the matriarch who has helped the family remain tight. On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him." A 10-second violation continued a procession of turnovers that made it seem as if Stanford had never faced a full-court press. The game capped a hectic weekend -- three high school or college basketball events in 24 hours -- for the family, who wear "Team Jaquez" shirts to games. March 23, 2022 2:46 pm ET. What made you want to play for Mick Cronin? You could try different things with ball handling and making your own shots, so Id go to the parks growing up and try out all kinds of things. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. It was incredible. 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. If you didnt play basketball what would you do? Through group texts, it is collectively decided who will attend which game and when. 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. Receive special offers from The Daily News and select partners including discounts, contests and more. 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. 21 Bruins persevere for an 80-66 victory in their Pac-12 Conference opener after having scored the games first 17 points. Obviously, [there was] representing my city, Camarillo, too, and I wanted to promote it in a positive way.". Use the "Report" link on Without their guards, Saunders was a pleasant surprise, but it didnt matter because UCLA shot so well early and held Carlson in check. We won't share it with anyone else. Your real name will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more! Since the 1958-59 college basketball season, the USBWA has named a National Player of the Year. Jaime Jr. and Gabriela still return to Camarillo during the season. Jaquez has deflected talk of individual honors and said the only thing he concentrates on is team honors, and trying to get UCLA (26-4) a top seed in the NCAA Tournament. Jaime loves UCLA and has been a mentor for my daughter to show whats required of being a student. On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him.". 4 UCLA to Host No. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. Jaime is a big-time player. Were a lot more of a mobile team than weve been in the past. 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. 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. : bit.ly/23alm-68. Your first road game is your scariest road game, especially with all our freshmen, UCLA coach Mick Cronin said, so I was really happy with the way we started out and we rode that the rest of the way.. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Keba Keita, left, and UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. watch the ball get away during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Brandon Miller (Alabama) 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. He just always makes great decisions for us. Gabriela, the co-MVP of last year's McDonald's All-American game, is averaging 6.7 PPG for the women's squad, which is currently projected as a 6-seed in the NCAA tournament. BOTTOM LINE: No. Jaquez scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half to help the Bruins hold on for a 78-71 win. "His Spanish got better," Gloria joked. "I love representing a country and representing a culture of something bigger than myself as well," he said. "But I also like to think I want to be remembered as a great basketball player, and not just a great Mexican basketball player. Jaime Jaquez Jr. #4 of the UCLA Bruins reacts after getting fouled with Johnny Juzang of the UCLA Bruins during the second half against the Marquette. 20d; 0:31. A lot of people in Mexico would love to see someone else in the NBA. (Photo courtesy of Scott Chandler/UCLA). "She's doing a great job," Jaime . "I didn't want to leave and go to a new school and meet a bunch of people. It was then that the Bruins turned to a savvy friend to get them through the tough times. During the Mexican Revolution from 1910 to 1920, a few battles were fought in the Mexican towns just across the border from Arizonan border settlements. I know I'm on my own path. Arizona basketball coach Tommy Lloyd discusses his team's "game-by-game" approach, sharing that as an answer to how the Wildcats have . 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. 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. Its eye-opening for a lot of people and I know how much it means to Mexico to see the growth in basketball. 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 has gone beyond that and is one of the favorites for Pac-12 Player of the Year. Receive an email notification each time resident weather expert Stan Blazyk writes a new article. Jaquez was ranked 87th in the 2019 recruiting rankings. Choose wisely! 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 . 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. Thats who he is. Jaquez poured in 12.3 points and 6.1 rebounds-per-game that season, then averaged 13.9 PPG last year. Jaime Sr. continued in his father's footsteps, playing college basketball at Concordia University in Irvine, California, where he met Angela, his wife, who also played college basketball. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. What would it mean to you to be the second? The Bruins won, but Gabriela scored just the three points. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. A fresh-faced freshman Jaime Jaquez Jr. (4) celebrates with teammate Prince Ali during a game in the 2019-20 . Internet forum rules 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. 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! Receive Laura Elder's Biz Buzz direct to your inbox every Sunday. After Hours Tour. It was right by my house growing up so that made it convenient. Plan your fishing trips with Capt. Your younger sister Gabriela is a freshman at UCLA, was the co-MVP of the McDonalds All-American Game and a five-star recruit. Thats massive. 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. She is third on the team in 3-point accuracy at 36%. I was born in Irvine, and we moved to Camarillo when I was 8 years old. 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. Armando Bacot (North Carolina) Game time between UCLA and Arizona is set for 7 p.m. (PT). 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. 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. 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. Winning a national title would mean I could wipe my hands and say what I needed. Utah held the Bruins without a field goal for more than six minutes in the middle of the second half, highlighted by a couple of thunderous blocks from Branden Carlson and Keba Keita. The US Basketball Writers Association revealed the 15-man late season watch list for the Oscar Robertson Trophy on Thursday, and UCLA men's basketball guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. made the cut. All rights reserved. It's more than a tradition; it's a legacy Gabriela and Jaime Jr. have cherished. I can tell you this much, I can be a winner for your organization. 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. 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.
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