Well that often happens as a player gets more experience and direct training/conditioning at the college level. Look at the difference in Lulu's conditioning now compared to her first year. . Also Puff's knee injury probably slowed that process down a tad don't you think? I've been pleased with her play as she's come back from her injury.

I watched the game last night and noticed that defense played really well. The offense started out in the 1st period terribly, but the "d" kept Cal in the game.

I noticed that nobody mentioned soph Naya Ojukwu as a necessary returning player for next season. You all seem to forget that early in the season, Maul & Ojukwu were the dynamic duo that came off the bench in many games to provide energy and offense to ignite the team. Gisella Maul entered the starting lineup when both freshmen were out injured.

In the Syracuse game in New York, Ojukwu was the high scorer with 25 points. I hope that she does not enter the transfer portal due to lack of PT.

I feel that Lulu Twidale, Gisella Maul, Taylor Barnes, Miracle Sheppard, Puff Morris & Naya Ojukwu are the necessary returnees. These six players are all potential double-digit scorers on a given night. If one adds the two Aussie freshmen and hopefully three transfers (1-2 post players) from the portal, the Bears should have an opportunity to do some significant damage next season. GO BEARS!