End of Season Wrap Up
by Maurissa Morones
March 5, 2012
After a long, tough, and uneasy season, TC’s hard work and perseverance gave the Lady Cougars something that hadn’t been done in about 10 years here at Taft College, a spot it playoffs. Along with this big achievement, sophomore Demmi Nunn and freshman Summer Webb were awarded First Team All Central Valley Conference and sophomores Maurissa Morones and La’Vera Robertson were awarded Second Team All Cental Valley Conference. The Lady Cougars, however, couldn’t have made it this far without their coach, Tyrone Taylor, who proudly accepted the award of Central Valley Conference Coach of the Year.
Taft College (55) vs Sierra College (71) 1st Round Playoff Game
by Maurissa Morones
February 25, 2012
After a long 5 hour drive all the way to Rocklin, CA, the Lady Cougars took on Sierra College in their first round of playoffs today. Coming out in the first half, TC started off at a slow pace making bad passes and missing easy shots. By halftime, the Lady Cougars were down by 11, but weren’t ready to give up. Coming out in the second half, TC made a comeback making better shots, better passes, and playing as a team. Yet, in the end, TC came up short and ended the game in a disappointing loss of 55-71.
Taft College (74) vs Porterville College (56)
by Maurissa Morones
February 11, 2012
Taft College traveled up to Porterville today to take on the Porterville Pirates in one of their last games of the season. Coming out at a slow start, the Lady Cougars struggled, making bad passes and taking bad shots leading to many turnovers and leaving the game tied 30-30 at half time. In the second half, however, TC came out mentally focused and ready to take the win making better passes, moving the ball around, and playing better defense. In the end of the game, Taft came together and took the game with a final score of 74-56.
Taft College (72) vs Reedley College (66)
by Maurissa Morones
February 4, 2012
The Lady Cougars traveled up to Reedley today for their second conference game of the season. With hope of gaining a win, TC came out playing hard making great passes and using great teamwork. At the half, TC trailed by 4 points yet that wasn’t going to stop them. In the second half, Reedley and TC were neck in neck, however, with one last lay-up, TC fell short with a final score 70-72.
Taft College (56) vs Fresno City College (93)
by Maurissa Morones
February 1, 2012
In an attempt to take home the win, the Lady Cougars took on Fresno City College tonight. Starting out the game, TC kept up with Fresno playing great defense, however, by the end of the game, Fresno came out on top with an end score of 56-93.
Taft College (52) vs Merced College (50)
by Maurissa Morones
January 28, 2012
The Lady Cougars traveled up to Merced today to take on the Blue Devils in an important game of the season. In a neck to neck battle, TC kept up with Merced with great rebounding and defense and took home the win with a final score of 52-50.
Taft College (60) vs College of the Sequoias (50)
by Maurissa Morones
January 25, 2012
TC hosted another home game today as they took on College of the Sequoias. Coming out ready to take the win they started the game in the lead playing great team offense and defense. By halftime the game was close, however TC kept the lead and ended the game with a final score of 60-50.
Taft College (101) vs Porterville College (63)
by Maurissa Morones
January 18, 2012
TC hosts Porterville today in their second home game of conference. In an attempt to overcome the winning drought, the Lady Cougars came out with the mindset of a win. Playing great teamwork and great offense, TC gained the lead early and in the end, finally taking a win with an end score 101-63.
Taft College (70) vs Reedley College (72)
by Maurissa Morones
January 14, 2012
The Lady Cougars traveled up to Reedley today for their second conference game of the season. With hope of gaining a win, TC came out playing hard making great passes and using great teamwork. At the half, TC trailed by 4 points yet that wasn’t going to stop them. In the second half, Reedley and TC were neck in neck, however, with one last lay-up, TC fell short with a final score 70-72.
Taft College (60) vs Fresno City College (97)
by Maurissa Morones
January 11, 2012
TC hosted Fresno City College in their first conference game of the year. In hopes to start out the right way, TC came out ready to play. With many turnovers and poor teamwork, TC fell short and ended the game with a loss and the final score of 60-97.
Taft College (55) vs City College of San Francisco (69)
by Maurissa Morones
January 7, 2012
TC traveled up to San Francisco today in another non conference game. Ready to come out and play hard, the Lady Cougars came out strong playing strong offense and defense. By half time, San Francisco took the lead with TC trailing behind by only 5 points. However, in the end, TC fell short and ended the game 55-69.
Taft College (34) vs Ventura College (71)
by Maurissa Morones
December 20, 2011
The Lady Cougars traveled up north to take on Ventura in this non conference game. Coming out slow, TC struggled both defensively and offensively ending the game with a loss to Ventura 34- 71.
San Diego City College Tournament
by Maurissa Morones
December 19, 2011
TC vs San Diego Mesa College
W 67-60
The Lady Cougars traveled to San Diego City College this weekend for the annual San Diego City College Tournament. In their first game, TC took on San Diego Mesa College and were prepared to take home the win. At the start of the game, it was a tough battle however, Taft pulled through and brought home the first win of the tournament leaving the final score 67-60.
TC vs Victor Valley College
W 77-55
TC took on Victor Valley College in their second game of the tournament. Beginning the game with a big lead, TC came prepared to play. Making great offensive plays and playing impeccable defense, the Lady Cougars gained the lead early on and continued their hard work to keep the lead ending the game with the win, and heading to the championship game.
TC vs Mission College
W 102-77
In the final game of the tournament, Taft took on Mission College for the championship. Determined to take home the trophy and leaving no room for errors, the Lady Cougars took the lead at the start of the game. By halftime, they kept the lead by 20 points and by the end of the game TC ended the game with a final score of 102-77. Summer Webb was named MVP of the tournament and Katrina Huggins was named All Tournament.
Taft College (72) vs Bakersfield College (81)
by Maurissa Morones
December 11, 2011
Taft College hosted Bakersfield College on their home court in hopes of gaining another win at home. The beginning of the game started out at a slow pace, however, as the game progressed the tempo quickly started to rise. Trailing BC, Taft attempted to take the game, but couldn’t take the lead, ending the game with a loss to the BC Renegades 72-81.
Hartnell College Tournament
by Maurissa Morones
December 2, 2011
TC vs Cabrillo College
W 70-46
TC traveled to Salinas for the annual Hartnell College Tournament. Starting off the tournament on a good note, the Lady Cougars took on Cabrillo College in one of the first games of the tournament. Keeping a winning attitude, the Lady Cougars came more than ready to play and started off the game strong. Leading by 15 at halftime, TC kept the tone of the game and finished out with an end score of 70-46.
TC vs De Anza College
W 74-71
Moving on through the tournament, TC took on DeAnza College. Wanting to redeem themselves from the loss to DeAnza last year, TC came out ready to play. Keeping the energy up on defense, the Lady Cougars gave DeAnza a run for their money. With just seconds left and a tied score of 71-71, TC’s LaVera Robertson made the game winning lay-up and free throw ending the game with a final score of 74-71 and sending TC to the championship game once again.
TC vs Las Positas College
W 90-49
Ready to take home the trophy, the Lady Cougars took on Las Positas in the championship game. Starting off the game, the Lady Cougars took the lead and from then on they knew the game was theirs. Coming out in the second half, TC was leading the game by 25 points and they continued to increase the lead ending the game with a final score of 90-49. Congratulations to LaVera Robertson for receiving All Tournament and Summer Webb for receiving Tournament MVP.
Taft College (70) vs Southwestern College (60)
by Maurissa Morones
November 30, 2011
TC took on Southwestern College in their third home game of the season. Prepared for another win, the Lady Cougars started the game off with high momentum and energy. At halftime, TC had the lead and wasn’t prepared to let it go. Keeping up the intensity, the Lady Cougars came out with a win beating Southwestern 70-60.
Ventura College Tournament
by Maurissa Morones
November 25, 2011
TC vs Santa Monica College
W 74-56
Ready to start the tournament off the right way TC came out ready to take on Santa Monica College. Starting the game off with enthusiasm, TC gained the lead and by halftime lead the game by 20. In efforts to keep the lead, TC played great defense and offense and ended the game with a final score of 74-56.
TC vs Ventura College
L 55-77
Hoping to keep up the momentum, the Lady Cougars came out with a winning mentality and ready take on Ventura. At the start of the game, TC came out strong playing excellent defense and great offense getting open looks and going to the basket. By halftime, TC was neck and neck with Ventura. However, in the end, the Lady Cougars fell short and ended with a loss at 55-77.
TC vs College of the Canyons
L 75-98
Playing for 3rd place, TC took on College of the Canyons. At the start of the game, Taft started out with the momentum to possibly take the game and the 3rd place title. However, in the end, TC fell short and was left with the final score of 75-98.
Taft College (76) vs Cuesta College (67)
by Maurissa Morones
November 17, 2011
In the second home game of the season TC hosted Cuesta College and was determined to keep the winning streak at home. Coming out strong and playing hard TC gained the lead. By halftime, they were up by 10. In the second half, they turned up the heat and finished the game strong keeping the lead the whole game, ending the game with a final score of 76-67.
Pasadena City College Veterans Day Classic
by Maurissa Morones
November 15, 2011
TC vs Chaffey College
L 50-85
TC traveled to Pasadena City College for the Veterans Day Classic Tournament. After kicking off the season with a win against Allan Hancock, TC hoped for another win taking on Chaffey College in the first game of the tournament. Playing the game with great defense, the Cougars fell short and Chaffey took the game 50-85. Taft was lead by Summer Webb's 18 points, 2 assists, and steal, La Vera Robertson's 8 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 steals, and Zanoria Echols chipped in 10 points and 3 rebounds off the bench.
TC vs Los Angeles Southwest College
W 90-56
Hoping to redeem themselves, TC continued on to their next game and took on LA Southwest College. Starting off the game with a 14, point lead TC played impeccable defense and outstand offense defeating LA Southwest 90-56. Taft was lead by Summer Webb's 25 points, 5 assists, and 2 steals, Maurissa Morones’s 18 points and 6 rebounds, and Shayne Martinka chipped in 13 points and 4 rebounds off the bench.
TC vs Citrus College
L 62-70
Coming out with a positive attitude, the Lady Cougars went on to their next game taking on Citrus College for the Consolation Championship. Starting the game out at a slow pace, TC fell behind by 20 points, however in the second half, they came out strong and played outstanding defense bringing the game close. In the end, the Lady Cougars fell short and Citrus took the game 62-70. Taft was lead by Summer Webb's 20 points, 4 assists, and 2 steals, and La Vera Robertson's 17 points and 10 rebounds.
Taft College (86) vs Allan Hancock College (80)
by Maurissa Morones
November 8, 2011
More than ready to play, the Lady Cougars took on Allan Hancock in their first preseason game on Tuesday. Coming out strong, TC gained the lead making great offensive plays and playing solid defense. Overall, the Lady Cougars kept their momentum throughout the game, doing a great job playing as a team and keeping the errors to a minimum. TC was led by Summer Webb's 19 points and 5 assists, Maurissa Morone’s 16 points and 12 rebounds, La Vera Robertson’s 16 points and 9 rebounds, and Katrina Huggins chipped in 12 points and 4 rebounds off the bench.
