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Stanford Flattens Oregon State
by C and R's Stanford Women's Basketball Blog
posted January 6, 2014 at 8:59am

So two years ago, Stanford’s inside player Nneka Ogwumike decided in her senior season that she needed a mid range game to make her more versatile for the WNBA. She developed a nice shooting touch, and although she wouldn’t beat you with a thr...more

It's overtime and upset day in NCAA Basketball
by They're Playing Basketball
posted January 5, 2014 at 10:26am

Today's excitement:San Diego remains perfect - now 15-0 - after a 75-70 overtime win against Pacific.Lexi Eaton's jumper was the game-winner for BYU, who bested Saint Mary's in overtime, 69-67.Rachel Allen's shot lifted Tennessee State over Jacksonville S...more

Pac-12 play kicks off; personnel news
by They're Playing Basketball
posted January 4, 2014 at 6:27pm

Pac-12 play begins tonight:An improved Pac-12 is an opportunity and a challenge for Cal.Colorado is ready for conference play.For now, Stanford is still the team to beat in the Pac-12.Oregon State takes confidence and momentum into conference play.Other c...more

Cal State Bakersfield 74, Cal State Northridge 73 (OT)
by They're Playing Basketball
posted January 4, 2014 at 6:24pm

Last night Cal State Bakersfield came from 13 points behind in the second half to best Cal State Northridge in overtime, 74-73, in a game that was riveting to the final buzzer.CSUB's game story.CSUN's game story.I talked to both coaches afterwards about t...more

Pac-12 begins with some upsets
by They're Playing Basketball
posted January 4, 2014 at 6:12pm

Washington State took down #24 Arizona State, 85-78.USC knocked off #12 Colorado, 55-45. (Game story later)Other Pac-12 results:#4 Stanford demolished Oregon, 96-66. Cardinal senior forward Chiney Ogwumike claimed the conference all-time rebounds leader t...more

Stanford Crushes Ducks, Ogwumike Gets Record
by C and R's Stanford Women's Basketball Blog
posted January 4, 2014 at 5:47pm

They say defense wins championships. Well, the best offense in the nation went against an under-appreciated defense and the defense won. Well, couple the Stanford Women’ basketball Team’s defense with Pac-12 foe Oregon’s LACK of it and y...more

The best of Swish Appeal in 2013: Our most popular articles from the year that was
by Swish Appeal
posted January 1, 2014 at 8:18pm

With New Year's Eve upon us, we continue to reflect on the year that was. Today, we look at some of the most popular stories at Swish Appeal in 2013. In the day-to-day process of running Swish Appeal and taking care of all the little administrivia that...more

USA Today poll
by They're Playing Basketball
posted January 1, 2014 at 8:07pm

Gonzaga drops out of this week's USA Today top 25 poll, and undefeated Arkansas and San Diego receive numerous votes:1. Connecticut2. Notre Dame3. Duke4. Stanford5. Tennessee6. Kentucky7. Louisville8. Maryland9. Baylor10. Iowa State11. North Carolina12. S...more

Martinez helps fuel Iona comeback
by Swish Appeal
posted January 1, 2014 at 8:04pm

Just the Facts, Ma'am: Coming back from a 10-point deficit, the Iona Gaels used 32 free throw attempts to claim a 65-61 win at St. Peter's. Iona was led by the 24 points of Damika Martinez, 18 in the second half. Joy Adams added 18 points and 11 rebou...more

This week's AP poll......
by They're Playing Basketball
posted December 31, 2013 at 9:36am

No break-ins in this week's AP poll, but undefeated Arkansas and San Diego are getting major votes:1. Connecticut2. Notre Dame3. Duke4. Stanford5. Tennessee6. Kentucky7. Louisville8. Maryland9. Baylor10. North Carolina11. Oklahoma State12. Colorado13. Sou...more

Jersey retirements
by They're Playing Basketball
posted December 31, 2013 at 9:33am

WNBA:Tennessee is retiring Sparks forward Candace Parker's jersey Thursday night.The plan to retire Shock guard Skylar Diggins' high school jersey at a game over the weekend didn't go as planned.....there was a dust-up.College news:Danielle Mauldin of Sai...more

Davis versus Eye added to UFC 170
by Wombat Sports
posted December 31, 2013 at 9:09am

Eye Davis A few days after they announced the battle of two Olympians at UFC 170, another bantamweight bout was announced by the UFC via twitter. Alexis Davis will take on Jessica Eye in what would put either in title contention. Davis (15-5) went...more

Gaels hold off Saints
by Swish Appeal
posted December 30, 2013 at 11:06pm

Just the Facts, Ma'am: The Gaels' dynamic duo of Joy Adams and Damika Martinez each put up 22 points in a 86-80 win over Siena that stayed close to the finish. Adams added 11 rebounds; the Gaels also got 18 points and seven assists from Aleesha Powell....more

Tipping the tops
by They're Playing Basketball
posted December 30, 2013 at 9:03am

Oregon State lead most of the way, but #2 Notre Dame turned on the jets in the second half to pull out the 70-58 win. Irish coach Muffet McGraw gave credit where credit was due:CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) - Notre Dame coach Muffet McGraw didn't think her unbeate...more

Jannah Tucker will join Lady Vols after Christmas break
by They're Playing Basketball
posted December 29, 2013 at 9:36pm

Prized recruit Jannah Tucker, who enrolled at Tennessee two months ago after breaking free from a domestic violence situation, will join the team when it convenes tomorrow. Coach Holly Warlick is pleased to see the roster now stand at 11.Honors:Texas A&am...;more

Gonzaga remains number one in ESPN's mid-major poll
by They're Playing Basketball
posted December 29, 2013 at 9:27pm

ESPN's top ten mid-majors:1. Gonzaga2. Saint Mary's3. Bowling Green4. Marist5. Saint Joseph's6. San Diego7. BYU8. Middle Tennessee9. James Madison10. ChattanoogaGonazga and Saint Mary's face off tomorrow. ...more

The MRS (MMA/Boxing News) – Dec. 28
by Wombat Sports
posted December 29, 2013 at 9:16pm

Miscellaneous News Friday night both UFC Champion Ronda Rousey and challenger Miesha Tate made weight for their rematch at UFC 168 in Vegas. The match will co-main event Saturday. In a UFC first, both fighters entered from opposite sides of the stage, s...more

Storm capsizes Pirates
by Swish Appeal
posted December 29, 2013 at 9:11pm

Just the Facts, Ma'am: Briana Brown scored 20 points and added eight rebounds in the Red Storm's hard-fought win over Seton Hall. Danaejah Grant and Keylantra Langley each added 16 points off the bench. Bra'Shey Ali led the Pirates with 17 points, 13 ...more

One upset on first day back; milestones
by They're Playing Basketball
posted December 29, 2013 at 9:05pm

First upset after the break:Saint Mary's 79, #24 Gonzaga 78, in overtime.Other games:Florida rallied to grab one from Georgetown in overtime, 67-65.San Diego and Arkansas each won, to remain unbeaten. #14 Iowa State put away Holy Cross to stay perfect, to...more

Stanford Flails Fresno State
by C and R's Stanford Women's Basketball Blog
posted December 29, 2013 at 8:39pm

Well, C and R, unable to make the road trip to Fresno, tried to enjoy the Stanford Women’s Basketball team beat up on Fresno State to the tune of 86-54 but it’s just not the same watching the game on a computer. A big shout out to the Mountain...more

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
by Swish Appeal
posted December 25, 2013 at 3:02pm

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy holiday! Hope you enjoyed your gifts and times with your family and friends.  And hopefully, you can also watch some basketball along the way. College Basketball There are no Division I women's b...more

Games I'd wish I'd seen on 20 December 2013
by Swish Appeal
posted December 21, 2013 at 5:18pm

Another previously undefeated team suffers its first loss yesterday. We are rounding the curb of the last shopping weekend before Christmas.  All of the student-athletes are now just athletes until the spring term begins and conference play picks ...more

Games I'd wish I'd seen on 19 December 2013
by Swish Appeal
posted December 21, 2013 at 5:11pm

It's the time of year that a lot of teams retreat to sunny climates - it's holiday tournament season! As we get closer and closer to Christmas, lots of teams out there are celebrating through tournaments - it's a great chance for teams to offer their p...more

Game previews, Nike TOC day one
by They're Playing Basketball
posted December 21, 2013 at 5:03pm

ESPN previews Tennessee at Stanford.Oklahoma-Marist preview: coaches Sherri Coale and Brian Giorgis have plenty in common.Nike TOC:Day one recap.Slideshow.Other stuff:Maggie Lucas blogs: Penn State freshmen bring energy. ...more

Underrated, undefeated, TOC game times
by They're Playing Basketball
posted December 21, 2013 at 4:40pm

Underrated:USC senior forward Cassie Harberts. In tonight's loss to Saint Mary's, Harberts had another double-double, and put herself in the Trojan record books:Cassie Harberts' 19th career double-double saw the senior climb up in the record books as she ...more

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