Taft (69) vs College of the Sequoias (60)
by Nicole Gummersall
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Taft College Women's Basketball tipped off well tonight against College of the Sequioas. COS is ranked second in the Central Valley Conference. Taft gained the lead quickly due to good defense by Baylee Day and Jasmine Green. Good defense lead to quick offensive plays. Both Christine Taylor and Theresa Henderson had ten points at the half, Taylor with 2 three-pointers. At the end of the first half the score was 32-23, Taft. During the second half COS quickly caught up with 2 quick three-pointers and some lay ups. COS continued to fight they're way up to a four point difference (62-58, Taft) but Taft managed to keep the lead the entire game. Coach Taylor was proud of the team and especially the sophomores Theresa Henderson, Crystal Clark and Dawnisha Perry. Coach Taylor would like to congratulate the sophomores for all they're hard work this season. Taft finished with a nine point victory of 69-60. Coach Taylor contributed this win to mental toughness, lay ups and free throws. It was a good win for the team and Taft ended 3-7 in conference and 7-19 overall. Great job Lady Cougars and good luck next season!
Taft (57) vs Merced (54)
by Nicole Gummersall
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
The Women's Basketball Team traveled to Merced College tonight to take on the Blue Devils for the last time this season.The second half was the real story for the Lady Cougars.They were down by nine points and with a couple three-point shots, lay
ups, and free throws they took the lead.Coach Tyrone was very proud of the team for they're improvement with free
throws and lay ups.With three
minutes left in the game Taft was up by one point (51-50).A couple more free throws and layups sealed the deal for Taft as they
walked away with a three-point victory 57-54.The Women's Basketball team will finish their season this Saturday night
(2/20/10) as they will be hosting College of the Sequoias at 5:00 pm.
Taft (63) vs Porterville (72)
by Nicole Gummersall
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Taft College Women's Basketball hosted Porterville College tonight. Hopes were high for a victory as Taft had previously defeated Porterville in the first round of conference play. Taft opened well in the first half gaining a 9 point lead only to forgo it because of turnovers. The half ended with the score of 30-28, Taft. The second half began with a neck in neck battle for the lead. Taft lost the battle as inadequate defense, turnovers, and a low free throw percentage took its toll on the Cougars. Taft fought till the end but was unable to walk away with a victory. The final score was 63-72 Porterville. The Lady Cougars will be playing at Merced College on Wednesday, February 17, 2010.
