Gonzaga Eyes Second Seed in WCC Championships with San Francisco Showdown

Gonzaga, WA – The Gonzaga Bulldogs aim to secure the second seed in the 2025 Credit Union 1 West Coast Conference Championships as they prepare to face San Francisco this Saturday night. A victory will grant them a bye into the semifinals.

In their recent matchup, the Bulldogs triumphed over Santa Clara, with standout player Graham Ike scoring 24 points. Additionally, Ryan Nembhard set a new WCC record for the most assists in a season, totaling 295 assists, and leads the nation with an impressive average of 9.83 assists per game.

This week, Head Coach Mark Few praised his team’s performance, stating, “Every game matters at this point. We need to maintain our focus and intensity heading into the conference championship.”

Should Gonzaga secure a win against San Francisco, they will enter the WCC Championships as a top seed, which is crucial for a bye in the semifinals scheduled for March 10. The importance of this matchup extends beyond rankings, as it will help maintain Gonzaga’s momentum leading into the tournament.

<p“The momentum we build now can be a game-changer in the postseason,” said Ike following their previous victory. “We’re focused on taking it one game at a time.”

Currently, Gonzaga is working to solidify its position, seeking to extend an impressive record of postseason performances in years past. The upcoming game is poised to be pivotal not only for rankings but also for the team’s overall confidence as they strive for a successful tournament run.