All rights reserved. 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. "We're all just people at the end of the day. 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. He just always makes great decisions for us. 19 recruit in the class of 2022. I can tell you this much, I can be a winner for your organization. Sometimes its easy to forget about some of the cool things that Ive been able to do. I think weve got a lot of different options and thats led us to become more athletic this season. Be brief. Theyve meant a lot and have been very supportive from the 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. Shes very sassy and thinks shes No. Hes going to learn. 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. 49.2k Followers, 977 Following, 103 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Jaime Jaquez Jr (@trippplej) Be truthful. Gloria is the matriarch who has helped the family remain tight. If you didnt play basketball what would you do? Obviously, [there was] representing my city, Camarillo, too, and I wanted to promote it in a positive way.". Follow your favorites to personalize your FOX Sports experience, Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more, FOX SPORTS, SPEED, SPEED.COM & 2023 Fox Media LLC and Fox Sports Interactive Media, LLC. 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When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. 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. After Hours Tour. Clear skies. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. In all seriousness, I played basketball and baseball in high school, but Ive continued to play soccer, and golf, and Ill go out and throw a football every now and then. "I didn't want to leave and go to a new school and meet a bunch of people. "One of the things I thought about, I just had all my friends," Jaime Jr. said. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Things like that. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 27 points to help No. "Jaime is a big-time player. Gabriela had 10 points and six rebounds in her first college game as the Bruins beat Cal-Poly. But he still laments the game's old rules. It was definitely a thought. 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. In a sport with limited Mexican representation -- Juan Toscano-Anderson (Marquette), Jorge Gutierrez (Cal), Horacio Llamas (Grand Canyon) and Eduardo Najera (Oklahoma) are four of just five NBA players with Mexican heritage since 1946, while Evina Westbrook (UConn) became the WNBA's first Mexican-American player when she was drafted by the Seattle Storm in 2022 -- the Jaquez family's legacy might be unprecedented. Gabriela added, "We'll learn from it. It sure sounds like it. First off, I love reading philosophy. The Bruins will close their regular-season schedule at home against Arizona on Saturday, March 4. I was a left-handed hitter, but I threw right. 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. Would you still be in college if NIL wasnt a thing? Thats who he is. Jaquez was ranked 87th in the 2019 recruiting rankings. On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him.". 21 UCLA open up Pac-12 play with an 80-66 win over Stanford on Thursday in Palo Alto. Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes a nice move for the layup. Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. The Bruins (25-8) upset No. It was Thanksgiving week of 2019, and the UCLA Bruins were at the Maui Invitational in Mick Cronins first season. 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. 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. "His Spanish got better," Gloria joked. 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. On the other hand, Im very low-key and mellow, but man, shes got an attitude and confidence. 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. More than a dozen relatives travel back and forth between Pauley Pavilion and their hometown of Camarillo, California, 45 miles northwest of Westwood, in support of the talented siblings -- including younger brother Marcos, a basketball player and budding football prospect at Camarillo High School. and stay on topic. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Sometimes, they bring their friends and show them how to put ranch on their favorite pizza slices. The thing about Coach is that he never gives in, never quits on us. All for just $15 (U.P. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. The 2023 Oscar Robertson Trophy will be presented by its namesake at the upcoming NCAA Final Four in Houston. Juan (Toscano-Anderson) is already there, and hes holding it down, having won an NBA championship with the Warriors. The Utes played without their starting backcourt of Rollie Worster and Gabe Madsen, who are both injured. Low 64F. But that's not his focus. 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. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Mike Saunders Jr., left, shoots over UCLA guard Tyger Campbell during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. 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. Despite the disappointing game, Gabriela is an improving young player who was recruited to become an anchor for the Bruins. But I don't feel any pressure. Be aware. But the . While a meaningless game could have been hard for some to get up for, Jaquez made the most of his minutes. Receive Laura Elder's Biz Buzz direct to your inbox every Sunday. 0. Ive been able to learn a lot during this time. They were some things tonight hes got to do better, but he really sparked us on the offensive end, Smith said. "And I started to appreciate it a lot more.". "It was basketball and life goals. (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. Azuolas Tubelis (Arizona) I am his little sister. 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. Im a grand master when it comes to chess. Invalid password or account does not exist. On Saturday, Jaime will take part in senior night and Marcos is playing in a high school regional semifinal. "But I also like to think I want to be remembered as a great basketball player, and not just a great Mexican basketball player. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. Threats of harming another Meanwhile, Jaime Jr. aims to lead UCLA to its first national championship since 1995. 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. UCLA seniors Jaime Jaquez Jr. and David Singleton met with reporters at the Galen Center after the Bruins dropped a 77-64 decision in a Pac-12 contest. The Bruins won, but Gabriela scored just the three points. All rights reserved. I think she just has a winning attitude. 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. But Jaime Jr., Gabriela and Marcos represent the third generation of basketball players in their family. 4 UCLA Posts 79-61 Victory Against Arizona State, Clark Among 10 Semifinalists for National Defensive Award, No. What has it meant playing alongside Tyger through this journey, and what does he mean to the Bruins? Get the latest local and national sports headlines deliveredto your inbox every morning. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to read or post comments. Rather, he wants his name in the UCLA rafters next to the greats, such as Bill Walton and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. (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. 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. Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tyger Campbell step . We would get up and head to the park to play basketball, then when lunchtime came we would always hit Taco Bell. Subscribe to Email Newsletters And Breaking News Alerts, Jan Kim Lim - handout one time use, UCLA Athletics, Ringo H.W. UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. practices on Thursday in . We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him. Gabriela Jaquez, Jaime's younger sister, is an incoming freshman on the UCLA women's basketball team who was the No. 23 Chicago White Sox. Winning a national title would mean I could wipe my hands and say what I needed. But it's a familiar grind. SoFi Stadium. Our program is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former student-athlete Jalen Hill. Let me put it this way: I didnt bet on UCLA. Bruins (25-8) upset No. Arizona basketball coach Tommy Lloyd discusses his team's "game-by-game" approach, sharing that as an answer to how the Wildcats have . 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 (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Mike Saunders Jr. (2) shoots as UCLA guard Amari Bailey defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. I prepare myself to be in these situations, Jaquez said. 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. I want them to say that he left a legacy here. Hes the one who makes all of that happen. Even bigger than Jaime Jr. playing for Mexico at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru. 4 UCLA to Host Arizona State on Thursday Evening. If the way the Bruins unleashed it in the first half is any indication, theyre quick learners. Dont knowingly lie about anyone or Real names required. Hes an everyday guy, thats why. 4 UCLA hosts the No. 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. The press is the last thing.. Right now, Juan Toscano-Anderson of the Lakers is the only player of Mexican descent playing in the NBA. Its just so many things to get in when youve got all these freshmen, just so much to teach, Cronin said. I prepare myself to be in these situations, Jaquez said. 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. Selected to Wooden Award National Ballot, No. 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. Thats easy: to win a national championship. I think for us, we can win a game in different ways and thats why were confident we can beat anyone. We play very similarly. Its always on my mind because were this close to the moment and weve been close before. Hes going to learn. Receive the most recent obituaries every afternoon. He has totaled 72 assists and 55 turnovers and ranks second on the team with 44 steals (averaging 1.5 steals per game). Jaime is a big-time player. Get the latest local and national sports headlines deliveredto your inbox every morning. Hours earlier, Jaime Jr. had scored in double figures, on the same court, also in front of his family. Your younger sister Gabriela is a freshman at UCLA, was the co-MVP of the McDonalds All-American Game and a five-star recruit. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. Jaime Jaquez Jr. sinks bucket at end of the first half. The Utes played without their starting backcourt of Rollie Worster and Gabe Madsen, who are both injured. Tyler Kolek (Marquette) Oscar Tschiebwe (Kentucky) ICYMI also features select historical content. 4 UCLA held off a late Utah rally to win 78-71 and inch closer to their first Pac-12 regular season title since 2013. 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. Thats what we got in mind, Jacquez said. 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. Its been great, man. I feel like my teammates believe in me.. Every Sunday, she cooks a large meal for her family, who pop in and out to say hello and eat. John Fanta is a national college basketball broadcaster and writer for FOX Sports. 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. 2023 College Basketball Power Rankings: Which teams can take advantage of the chaos? All rights reserved. Its just been a lot of fun being able to hang out with him outside of basketball and doing other things, she said. 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. I think of all of the AAU games and practices they drove me to throughout California, and all of the hours they put in. No. Once married, Gloria, who did not speak English then, created a thriving hair salon business in Camarillo. Jaquez finished with 27 points on 12-for-17 shooting to help UCLA (6-2 overall, 1-0 Pac-12) make 59.3% of its shots and withstand a slipshod second half in which it committed 13 turnovers, Bruins fans finally exhaling with an eight-clap with about 11/2 minutes left. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Lazar Stefanovic drives as UCLA guard Amari Bailey defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. 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. To look back and know I achieved those goals still working on my brothers, right?". An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. Gabriela adds, "I really don't care if they see me as Jaime's little sister. Edit yourself. Shes got an attitude to her and thinks shes the best. His play in recent weeks has enhanced his legacy on a team with national championship aspirations. 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. The first word I want them to say is "legacy." 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. Start your 2023 wellness journey with insurance, (Godofredo A. Vsquez / Associated Press). I listen to him and his teammates talk about the game, and I try to see what I can learn from that.. At Toppers Pizza in Camarillo, members of the Jaquez family took up two large tables as they passed a collection of pizzas -- creamy garlic chicken, chicken ranch dijon and hot honey -- between them. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. Being from Camarillo, how much did you think about going to UCLA when you were growing up? 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. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph.. Clear skies. Sometimes, its easy for a guy to want to take a day off or get some rest. 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. March 24, 2022, 12:09 PM. 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 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and . What would be your emotions if you brought home UCLAs first national championship since 1995? I try to get out there as much as I can to visit family. (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. Earlier this year, Russell (Stong) and I were playing pickup soccer with the womens soccer team, who won the national championship. 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. I played first base and was a pitcher, too. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. I think it would be eye-opening for people in Mexico to understand that if you follow your dream, it can happen. He committed to UCLA in 2018 when the program was at one of its lowest points after firing Steve Alford less than a week before the start of conference play. He has gone beyond that and is one of the favorites for Pac-12 Player of the Year. 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. 4 Bruins' Sweet 16 game against No . We were always going to the park when I was growing up, and summers were the best. For a program going through a rebuild, the trip to Hawaii started poorly with a loss to BYU, setting up a dreaded game against Division II Chaminade from which there wasn't much to gain. 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. What made you want to play for Mick Cronin? I wear it for him. ICYMI also features select historical content. 4 UCLA to 78-71 win over Utah, Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. Were moving a lot faster up and down the floor. 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. 6 Stanford 69-65 in the Pac-12 tournament semifinals Friday night. UCLA had rolled off the games first 17 points while making all eight shots. Jaime Jr. said he tells his sister. We started with no one coming to our games, no one even wanting to, everyone overlooking us. Thats what we got in mind, Jacquez said. Well, growing up I played football, soccer, golf, baseball and basketball. You were originally recruited by Steve Alford and committed to the Bruins when he was the coach. I prepare myself to be in these situations, Jaquez said. I think it's a really cool opportunity if we can capitalize on that.
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