Technically, this post is jumping the gun by a week. The Cal women will play a tough road game against Kentucky on Thursday, and the Cal men play at Seattle and vs. Portland State. But not long after the 18 game conference journey begins against in-state rivals for both teams. And since I damn well won’t be writing a post on Christmas Eve just so nobody can read it on Christmas morning next Monday, let’s talk about it now.
Let’s begin with the women, because, if things break right they can credibly challenge for the regular season title.