Cameron Brink and Kiki Iriafen created an electric battle from the time they stepped onto the court. Kiki Iriafen, a forward who has constantly controlled the paint with her great rebounding and scoring talents, has been a major contributor to Stanford’s amazing success. A recent matchup at the John M. Huntsman Center witnessed this camaraderie when Cameron Brink’s incredible defensive abilities and Kiki’s flexibility sailed Stanford to another win.
With one more victory to go, Hall of Fame coach Tara VanDerveer is on the verge of surpassing Mike Krzyzewski’s record of 1,202 victories in college basketball. Stanford’s supremacy on both ends of the court was demonstrated by Iriafen’s outstanding performance, which ultimately led to their victory.
Kiki’s Kicking Performance Sparks Praise
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Stanford continued their winning streak, securing their sixth straight victory with a 66-64 win over Utah. Kiki Iriafen played a crucial role in Stanford’s triumph, contributing 25 points and 16 rebounds. Hannah Jump and Cameron Brink also made significant contributions, scoring twelve and nine points, respectively.
Additionally, Stanford’s solid defense proved a key factor in the game, as they held Utah to just 64 points. The team’s convincing performance on both ends of the court has been a major factor in their ongoing success this season. With this win, Stanford remains undefeated and continues to dominate its opponents. Cameron Brink was astonished to see her teammate’s performance as she shared her appreciation on X. Brink wrote “Her” with crown emojis.
Her 👑👑👑 https://t.co/2iISy4KQOL
— Cam (@cameronbrink22) January 13, 2024
The players, especially Iriafen, Jump, and Brink, have consistently stepped up and delivered when it matters most. As the team looks ahead to their next matchup, they will undoubtedly build on their momentum and strive to extend their winning streak even further.
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Utah’s dream was shattered
Utah’s impressive 22-game winning streak at home came to an end with a disappointing loss against the Stanford Cardinals. Although Jenna Johnson had a stellar offensive performance, scoring 15 points, she failed to score in the fourth quarter.
Additionally, the Utes struggled with their shooting, only managing a 39% field goal percentage for the entire game. Despite these setbacks, the Utes showed resilience and determination in the third quarter, making a comeback with their scrappy defense and crafty passing.
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Ines Vieira’s 3-pointer during a 7-0 run provided a much-needed boost for Utah. However, Stanford quickly responded with an 11-3 surge, extending their lead to 61-52. Utah was ranked in the preseason top five, but injuries to key players such as Gianna Kneepkens and Issy Palmer have posed challenges for the team.