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Gonzaga Bulldogs Face Oregon State in WCC Semifinals

3/10/2026

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Summary

Gonzaga Seeks Redemption

The Gonzaga Bulldogs (28-3) meet the Oregon State Beavers (17-15) in the West Coast Conference Tournament semifinals on March 9 in Las Vegas.
Gonzaga is a 19-point favorite after losing to Saint Mary's and aims to rebound against Oregon State.
Oregon State advanced by narrowly defeating San Francisco 78-77 and relies on perimeter shooting against Gonzaga's defense.
The game will air at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN, with a 145.5-point over/under.

Summary

Oregon State Advances

Oregon State University women's basketball team advanced to the West Coast Conference Tournament finals after defeating Loyola Marymount 73-67.
Ally Schimel led with 21 points, including multiple three-pointers.
Jenna Villa scored 22 points for Oregon State.
Kennedie Shuler hit crucial free throws in the final minutes.
Oregon State will face the winner of Gonzaga versus Santa Clara in the finals, with an NCAA Tournament berth on the line.

History

Historical Context

The West Coast Conference (WCC) men's basketball tournament, established in 1987, determines NCAA tournament bids for participating teams. In 2021, Gonzaga entered the tournament with a perfect 26-0 record, showcasing their dominance under coach Mark Few. The Bulldogs' rivalry with Oregon State in the semifinals highlighted the competitive nature of the WCC, impacting NCAA Tournament selections significantly.

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Gonzaga Seeks Redemption

The Gonzaga Bulldogs (28-3) meet the Oregon State Beavers (17-15) in the West Coast Conference Tournament semifinals on March 9 in Las Vegas.
Gonzaga is a 19-point favorite after losing to Saint Mary's and aims to rebound against Oregon State.
Oregon State advanced by narrowly defeating San Francisco 78-77 and relies on perimeter shooting against Gonzaga's defense.
The game will air at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN, with a 145.5-point over/under.

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