Thursday’s exhibition match against Vanguard (who for some reason has our old Cal logo as theirs) was the first time I was able to see the new Cal women’s team in action (I couldn’t make the open practice) and there are several reasons for concern, but plenty of reasons for optimism. Although Vanguard is one of the best teams in the NAIA, we can’t draw too many conclusions from this match, but let’s do what we can.
Kristine Anigwe was out as she is still recovering from a knee injury. Although she looked fine walking on the court, no obvious brace or cast, Coach G said in the post-game presser that there’s no timetable for her return and hopefully it will be sooner than later.