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Gonzaga's WCC Nocturnal Reign Ends
11 Mar
Summary
- Gonzaga concludes its West Coast Conference era with a title.
- Mark Few celebrates his 21st conference tournament championship.
- The team enters March Madness as a projected 3-seed.
The Gonzaga Bulldogs have claimed their final West Coast Conference tournament title, defeating Santa Clara 79-68. This victory marks coach Mark Few's 21st conference tournament championship, concluding a historic and often late-night dominated tenure in the WCC.
Gonzaga's dominance in the conference was significant, with Few holding a remarkable 56-6 record in WCC tournament games over the decades. The team's unique broadcasting schedule often made them a favorite among night owls.
As they prepare to enter March Madness as a projected 3-seed, Gonzaga is transitioning to a new conference next season. This move ends a long-standing union that saw the Bulldogs consistently perform at a high level, often sending multiple WCC teams to the NCAA Tournament.
Star player Graham Ike was pivotal in the final game, scoring 15 points on perfect shooting and earning praise from Coach Few for carrying the team. Mario Saint-Supery also contributed significantly with 21 points, including six three-pointers. The Bulldogs' defense ultimately secured the win, leaving Santa Clara on the NCAA bubble.
