Santa Clara Women Dominate SDSU; Stanford Volleyball Sweeps Cal

Santa Clara University’s women’s basketball team put on a show against San Diego State University (SDSU). The Broncos, with Maia Jones leading the charge, topped the Aztecs 72-47.

Jones almost outscored SDSU’s starters by herself. Her performance lit up the court and made a real statement.

Let’s look at the key moments and stats from the game. We’ll also check out how the standout players fared.

Santa Clara’s Dominant Performance

The Broncos dominated just about every part of the game. They shot better, hit more threes, grabbed more rebounds, and blocked more shots than SDSU.

You could tell they came ready and executed their plan.

Key Statistics

A few numbers really tell the story here:

• Field Goal Percentage: Santa Clara shot 40% from the field, while SDSU managed just 24%.
• Three-Pointers: The Broncos made 11 of 25 threes. SDSU, on the other hand, went just 1-for-29 from deep.
• Rebounds: Santa Clara won the boards 56-36.
• Blocks: The Broncos swatted away seven shots, compared to SDSU’s three.

Maia Jones’ Stellar Performance

Maia Jones stood out, dropping a season- and game-high 25 points. She made 9 of 16 shots and hit 5 of 9 from three.

Her scoring versatility and efficiency were on full display.

Game Flow and Key Moments

The Broncos took control early and never let up. After leading 17-6 in the first quarter, they went on 10-0 and 7-0 runs in the second to build a massive 45-17 halftime lead.

Jones had a quick five-point burst in the third, pushing the gap to 30. Santa Clara’s biggest lead hit 33 points at one stage.

First Quarter

Santa Clara came out firing, grabbing a 17-6 lead. Their defense smothered SDSU, setting the tone right away.

Second Quarter

The Broncos kept their foot on the gas with 10-0 and 7-0 runs. By halftime, they were up 45-17, and the game felt pretty much out of reach.

Third Quarter

Jones stayed hot in the third, adding five quick points. The Broncos’ defense held strong and their offense kept rolling.

Other Standout Performances

Jones stole the spotlight, but she got help. Ava Schmidt chipped in 10 points, the only other Bronco in double figures.

Team Effort

It really was a team win. Multiple players stepped up, and the Broncos stuck to their game plan from start to finish.

Implications for the Season

With this win, Santa Clara moves to 4-2. That should give them a nice confidence boost heading into their next matchup against Fresno State.

Looking Ahead

Santa Clara faces Fresno State at home this Sunday. The Broncos have a shot to keep their momentum going and maybe stretch their winning streak.

Want a deeper dive or just curious about the details? Check out the full article on the San Francisco Chronicle.