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Cardinal Set to Soar Against Beavers in Corvallis Showdown

As the Stanford Cardinal prepare to face the Oregon State Beavers at Gill Coliseum, fans are abuzz with anticipation for what promises to be an enthralling encounter on February 29th. The Cardinal, coming off a dominant performance against the California Golden Bears with an 84-49 victory, look poised to continue their winning ways.


Jan 21, 2024; Stanford, California, USA; Oregon State Beavers forward Raegan Beers (15) tries to shoot over Stanford Cardinal forward Kiki Iriafen (44) during the first quarter at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game on February 17th, STAN showcased a basketball clinic against CAL. Their offense was nothing short of spectacular, shooting an impressive 55 percent from the field and a remarkable 83 percent from the free-throw line. The team's ability to control both ends of the court was evident as they outrebounded CAL by five and blocked six shots. With such commanding statistics, it's clear that STAN is not just winning; they're doing so with authority.


The defensive prowess of STAN cannot be overstated either. In their recent games, including a hard-fought overtime win against Washington Huskies on February 10th where they emerged victorious with a scoreline of 63-59, STAN has consistently disrupted their opponents' offensive flow. Their tenacity resulted in seven blocks and four steals against WASH alone.


Jan 21, 2024; Stanford, California, USA; Oregon State Beavers guard Dominika Paurov   (3) attempts to drive around Stanford Cardinal guard Elena Bosgana (20) during the first quarter at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports

ORST should not be underestimated though. They have shown resilience in past games and will undoubtedly look to leverage any home advantage at Gill Coliseum. However, given STAN's recent form and statistical superiority across various facets of the game – including assists turnover ratio which stood at an impressive 1.5 against CAL – it seems like an uphill battle for ORST.


The upcoming clash is more than just about winning or losing; it's about maintaining momentum for STAN as they progress through the season. With each game being crucial towards securing favorable seeding for tournaments ahead, every victory counts significantly more.


Jan 21, 2024; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal guard Talana Lepolo (10) brings the ball up court abasing the Oregon State Beavers during the fourth quarter at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports

Fans eager to support their team can catch all the action live on February 29th at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis starting at 7:00 PM local time (PST). For those who can't make it in person but still want to cheer on from afar or analyze every play as it unfolds can tune into broadcasts available through local sports networks or streaming platforms dedicated to college basketball coverage.

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