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Editor's note - Former Stanford guard Candice Wiggins checks in from Spain, where she is playing professionally during the WNBA offseason, with her observations about Cal and Stanford in the NCAA Tournament.
Cal
Didn't get a chance to see the game except highlights and write-ups. Cal played UConn tough in the first half, but the game slipped away in the second, with Tiffany Hayes having a spectacular game off the bench for UConn.
This was a tough team to face in the Sweet 16 for Cal, but the Bears had a good showing and should be very proud of the year they've had. UConn is one of those teams that you have to play 40 good minutes against, and any little slip-up can cost you the game.
Stanford
Stanford beat Ohio State (Saturday night), although it did come with its struggles, namely in containing Samantha Prahalis, the point guard for the Buckeyes.
Jayne (Appel) was Jayne, and I know personally that her presence does so much for the team. When Jayne scores inside, she gives her teammates confidence, and alleviates pressure on the perimeter players, and that's why it's no secret that when Jayne is scoring inside, the whole team builds off that.
Ros (Gold-Onwude) was really clutch as well, and Sweet 16 games are what she lives for. I was overall exceptionally impressed with how well the team played as a whole.
More than just physically, there is also a psychological aspect to the tournament. Getting to the national-championship game last year has Stanford playing with so much confidence.