2012-13 Women's Basketball Headlines
D3 Week Profile: Kimi Takaoka, Women's Basketball
April 12, 2013
It wasn’t the basketball program that sold junior guard Kimi Takaoka on Chapman when she made her final decision on where to go to school – it was the ability to play basketball and study athletic training that sealed the deal. What Division III Chapman had to offer in terms of major and competitive athletics equaled the perfect fit.
Women's basketball trio receives all-conference honors
March 01, 2013
In its first full year as a member of the SCIAC, the Chapman University women’s basketball team had three players earn All-SCIAC recognition. The Panthers’ 21-6 season netted them two of the top three SCIAC honors while their three recognitions were tied for the most in the conference.
Cal Lu rallies against Chapman to capture women's hoops tournament
February 23, 2013
The top-seeded Cal Lutheran University women’s basketball team defeated visiting Chapman University 59-54 at the Gilbert Arena to claim the championship in the SCIAC Postseason Tournament Final on Saturday night.
Comeback win sends Panthers to SCIAC championship
February 21, 2013
Trailing by 11 points at halftime, the Chapman University women’s basketball team made an improbable comeback to beat the University of Redlands, 64-62 in the SCIAC Postseason Tournament Semifinal at the Hutton Sports Center on Thursday night.
Coach Jue postgame interview (SCIAC Tournament)
February 21, 2013
Coach Jue's postgame interview following Chapman's 64-62 win at home over Redlands in the SCIAC Postseason Tournament semifinals.
Anne Yoshimura postgame interview (SCIAC Tournament)
February 21, 2013
Anne Yoshimura's postgame interview following Chapman's 64-62 come-from-behind win over Redlands in the SCIAC Postseason Tournament semifinal game on Thursday night.
Takaoka named to Capital One Academic All-America Team
February 19, 2013
Junior Chapman University guard Kimi Takaoka has been named to the Capital One Academic All-America Division III basketball third team, as announced by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) on Tuesday.
Women's hoops set to host SCIAC Tournament first round game
February 18, 2013
On the strength of an eight-game conference winning streak, the Chapman University women’s basketball team has secured the No. 2 seed in the SCIAC Postseason Tournament and will host the University of Redlands in a first round game on Thursday night at the Hutton Sports Center.
'Senior Night' win clinches postseason berth for Panthers
February 09, 2013
In its last regular season home game, the Chapman University women’s basketball team defeated Whittier, 81-55 on Saturday night at the Hutton Sports Center.
Emily McCoy and Anne Yoshimura postgame interview (Whittier)
February 09, 2013
Graduating seniors Emily McCoy and Anne Yoshimura postgame interview following the Panthers' 'Senior Night' win over Whittier, clinching a berth in the SCIAC postseason tournament.
Hot start propels Panthers to sixth straight win
February 07, 2013
With postseason basketball on the horizon, the Chapman University women’s basketball team got a crucial win, defeating Pomona-Pitzer, 64-49 on Thursday night at the Hutton Sports Center.
Implications are...Panthers streak into tournament contention
February 02, 2013
In a game dripping with SCIAC Tournament implications, the Chapman University women’s basketball team remained red-hot, defeating visiting University of La Verne 89-77 at Hutton Center on Saturday night, leapfrogging the Leopards into fourth place in the conference standings.
Takaoka earns Capital One Academic All-District honors for second straight year
February 01, 2013
In recognition of her excellent performance both on and off the court, Chapman University junior G Kimi Takaoka has been named to the Capital One Academic All-District VIII Women's Basketball team by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA).
Foul trouble gives way to strong team effort as Panthers defeat CMS
January 31, 2013
In a game that featured a combined 54 fouls, the Chapman University women's basketball team was forced to use its entire bench to defeat visiting Claremont-Mudd-Scripps, 82-66 on Thursday night.
First half sets tone in Panthers' third straight home win
January 24, 2013
A strong first half proved to be enough for the Chapman University women’s basketball team Thursday night, as the Panthers defeated the visiting Caltech 71-49 in SCIAC play at the Hutton Sports Center. It was a team effort for the Panthers as 12 players contributed at least two points.
Hot-handed Chapman defeats Redlands 71-58
January 17, 2013
Approaching the halfway mark of the conference schedule, the Chapman University women’s basketball team earned a much-needed 71-58 victory over visiting University of Redlands at the Hutton Sports Center on Thursday night.