CALIFORNIA (Nov. 17) – The California University of Pennsylvania Sports Information Office has partnered with CUTV to recognize a series of 'Vulcans Classics' to highlight memorable victories and championships by Cal U that were covered by the student television organization.
Fans can view many of these classics in their entirety with some providing reflections from CUTV announcers that covered the memorable contests. A preview and/or recap of the game will also be available, as well as links to a full recap, box score and photo gallery when available.
Classics will be added to this page continually so be sure to visit frequently.
To request the possibility of a 'Vulcan Classic' please contact either Sports Information Director
Matthew Kifer (
email) or Director of CUTV Operations Gary Smith (
email) in terms of its availability.
SPOTLIGHT
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Glenville State v. Cal U (NCAA Tournament) – March 15, 2004 – Hamer Hall
The Vulcans and Pioneers were meeting in the finals of the NCAA East Region Tournament for the third-straight year with the home team winning each of the previous two meetings. Cal U and Glenville State were both featured in the top five of the WBCA Top 25 poll. The Vulcans recently captured their third-straight PSAC Championship, while the Pioneers suffered a one-point loss in the WVIAC Championship after winning the league title in both 2002 and 2003.
Cal U 74, Glenville State 63 I Box Score
Cal U repeated as regional champions with a 74-63 victory after out-scoring Glenville State by 16 points in the second half. Sameera Philyaw paced the team with both 25 points and 13 rebounds, while also being chosen the East Region Tournament MVP. The Pioneers trailed by only five points with 1:47 left to play before the Vulcans scored the final six points of the game at the free-throw line. Cal U advanced to the Elite Eight in St. Joseph, Missouri, and eventually captured the program's first NCAA National Championship with a 75-72 win against Drury (Mo.).
VULCAN CLASSICS
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
2004 NCAA East Region Championship: Cal U 74, Glenville State 63
