Pac-12 athletic programs unite around the positives during canceled sports seasons
Even in times of crisis, Pac-12 athletic programs find ways to unite around the positives. In light of the Pac-12’s decision to cancel all conference, non-conference sport competitions and championships through the end of the academic year, student-athletes, coaches and programs alike shared heartfelt messages and tributes to the season coming to a close.
Arizona
This group was about to lead us to our first NCAA Tournament in 15 years. Not only that, we were more than likely going to host the first two rounds after winning 24 games this season. We needed just 2 more wins to break the school record! An incredible group of young women. pic.twitter.com/ZQHapTdjMr
— ADIA BARNES ⬇ (@AdiaBarnes) March 13, 2020
Arizona State
Sun Devil Nation,
— Sun Devil Softball (@ASUSoftball) March 17, 2020
Thank you for your endless support. From fall ball, to our late night double-header walk-offs, your love means everything. Through these times, together, we will always be #OnTheBoat #SunDevil4Life | #SunDevilFamily pic.twitter.com/g9Fin1spfR
Cal
Our season ended unexpectedly, but we are so grateful to our #CalFamily for all the support this year. Grateful to have this time with our brothers and thinking of everyone’s health and safety at this time. Go Bears, always! pic.twitter.com/wKFVuVE5tj
— Cal Basketball (@CalMBBall) March 14, 2020
Colorado
#ShoulderToShoulderpic.twitter.com/X50s62YHRi
— JR Payne (@CoachJRPayne) March 17, 2020
Oregon
It appears our ‘unfinished business’ will remain just that. Disappointed but I completely understand. I love & I hurt for my team❤ pic.twitter.com/jL5LZ6ZwVT
— Kelly Graves (@GoDucksKG) March 12, 2020
I was supposed to post this on my senior day as a tribute to Jane Sanders Stadium. Now, it is my tribute to Duck Nation. Thank you for the memories that will last a lifetime. With love, #26 pic.twitter.com/mzejJNsukH
— Haley Cruse (@haley_crusee) March 12, 2020
Oregon State
Devastated how abruptly this kid’s college career had to end, but what an exciting last game to have and a special moment here https://t.co/ud3BZJgPP1
— Elle Tinkle (@elltink31) March 12, 2020
Stanford
Tara VanDerveer just met with her @StanfordWBB team that won't host the NCAA tournament's first two rounds as planned: "It is really sad especially for our seniors. We had a great year and I loved coaching this team."
— Janie McCauley (@JanieMcCAP) March 12, 2020
More from Hall of Fame @StanfordWBB coach Tara VanDerveer, and this is just surreal for me to hear, really: “Everyone has left to go home. We all laughed and cried!”
— Janie McCauley (@JanieMcCAP) March 13, 2020
UCLA
It’s so hard to say goodbye to this 2020 season.We were on a mission to defend our titleAn amazing combo of championship experience&new Bruins that made our BruinBubble better instantly! I want to thank everyone who supported&believed in us! We Promise Bruin Magic in 2021
— Kelly Inouye-Perez (@Coach_Inouye) March 15, 2020
These past 20 years have been an absolute dream! Thank you gymnastics for everything and so much more pic.twitter.com/QyB3lv9afi
— Kyla Ross (@kyla_ross96) March 13, 2020
USC
It’s not quite 20 seconds but if you’re missing USC athletic events as much as we are, we’ve got a song for you to sing while washing your hands. #FightOn pic.twitter.com/t0h8GccdqX
— USC Trojans (@USC_Athletics) March 13, 2020
Utah
A disappointing end, but still a lot to celebrate ❤
— Utah Gymnastics (@UtahGymnastics) March 12, 2020
Undefeated for the first time in 26 years
2nd undefeated season ever
1st ever Pac-12 Regular Season Champions
New school record for season average attendance pic.twitter.com/vZi4dugB7L
Washington
Global Health > NCAA Sports
— Heather Tarr (@CoachTarr) March 12, 2020
Student-Athlete’s Rights > NCAA Decisions
This is not the end. pic.twitter.com/XzbppcDsVl
Washington State
It started with a historic win and ended with one too. This season was the beginning of something special and we couldn’t have done it with out you Coug Nation. Thank you! #GoCougs pic.twitter.com/NpySpyY2di
— WSU Men's Basketball (@WSUCougarMBB) March 13, 2020
Additional and updated information from the CDC and the NCAA related to coronavirus (COVID-19) can be found at the links below.
http://www.ncaa.org/sport-science-institute/coronavirus-covid-19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html