The Vandal Nation staff predicts Idaho women’s basketball record at home after games against Sacramento State and Portland State.
Meredith Spelbring — 2-0
Idaho will not miss out on any chances henceforth to notch another win. A home stand after a lengthy road stretch is the perfect opportu- nity to pick up the wins, even against tough teams like Portland State. The Griz took the team down in the closing minute of the game, but the loss will only make Idaho want the wins this weekend more.
Brandon Hill — 0-2
Although the time seems ripe for a rebound, it also smells of a trap game, or in this case two. Both teams won’t be looking at the Vandals as impressive foes, but merely road blocks. Unless the women have their wits about them, these two games could quickly fall beyond their grasp.
Chris Deremer — 2-0
Two tough matchups for Idaho this week, but the team will have home court advantage, giving them a bit of an edge. This is the week where momentum shifts in favor of Idaho throughout the rest of Big Sky play. The “Splash Sisters” will continue to roll, giving Idaho the leg-up to seal the games and tally two wins.
Jonah Baker — 1-1
Sacramento State will be the perfect bounce-back opportunity on Thursday. The Hornets style of play should give Idaho plenty of opportunities, but the same cannot be said for Portland State. The Vikings have cruised with ruthless efficiency so far this season, and it would take a complete team effort to pull off the upset.
Zack Kellogg — 2-0
Despite the loss from Montana, Newlee knows how to make adjust- ments and turn around to get wins. Sacramento State and Portland State both have impressive win streaks and the momentum to show for it, but the Vandals know what they need to do in order to sweep this weekend.