Editor’s note: Florida Focus is starting a Friday sportscast, and this is the inaugural edition of BullsEye Sports.
The University of South Florida had a women’s basketball game, a men’s basketball game, a baseball game and a softball game all in the last week. The coed cheer team also received its own day from Mayor Jane Castor.
Women’s basketball has maintained its dominance in the conference after winning against Tulsa in their final home game last Wednesday. The team has had an impressive year with only five losses on the record. The last game was also women’s basketball’s senior night, which meant a lot to departing seniors Elena Tsineke and Dulcy Fankam Mendjiadeu.
“We are one hell of a family, like we really close together and it’s amazing,” said Mendjiadeu. “The coaches everybody, we just have each others back.”
Over their careers, Tsineke has scored over 1,500 points and Mendjiadeu has over 1,000 rebounds. Tulsa put up a fight, but the Bulls’ were able to clinch the win 93-83. The home advantage helps in games like these, according to Junior Sammy Puisis.
“It’s more than just a game. You know were playing for USF were representing them and all of our fans,” said Puisis. “So we really try to protect our home court, it means more to us when we play at home.”
USF baseball played Florida State University at their field on Wednesday. They lost 6-7 after playing for 13 innings. The Bulls are back home and are looking forward to a weekend series against Northeastern starting Friday.
Men’s basketball faced Tulsa for their last home game on Wednesday. The Bulls put up a fight and won 72-56. Junior player Selton Miguel said he focuses on creating success for the team.
“I’m a scorer you know but I can distribute for the team too when I come off the bench or whenever I start I’m just trying to play how the game needs me if I need to score,” said Miguel. “I’m going to score if I need to pass I’m going to pass do, you know just do the best for the team.”
The Bulls played very strong in the last game for home fans. USF led the first half by 15 points thanks to powerful plays from Senior Keyshawn Bryant and Junior Selton Miguel. USF student Kimon Eloi said he was very impressed with Bryant’s performance.
“Bryant that’s my guy right there looking at him he led the team in the most points tonight,” said Eloi. “Looking forward I’m going to have pay attention and see what he does down the stretch.”
The Bulls had to fight off a second-half comeback from the Golden Hurricanes for the victory. They will be wrapping up the season Sunday against Wichita State in Kansas.
Bulls’ softball took on Kansas University Friday night, winning 4-2. The team made three double plays while Payton Dixon led strikeouts. With this win, the Bulls maintain a three-game winning streak.
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Reporters: Aziz Turner, Ansley Topchik
Editor: Antonio Delucca
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