Former Grand River ('06) star Imad Qahwash and his University of Central Arkansas Bears travelled to Lawrence, Kansas, to battle the Kansas Jayhawks (#1 team in the NCAA) yesterday evening.
The Jayhawks were victorious, 94-44. Qahwash had an interesting encounter in the 2nd half where he inadvertently stepped on Sherron Collins' ankle, causing him to temporarily leave the game. For those who don't know, Collins is the Jayhawks starting point guard and a probable first round NBA draft pick. For video footage from ESPN and recap click here.
Qahwash, who has been the Bears starting point guard in all three games this year, finished with 5 points (1-5 FG, 3-4 FT), 4 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal in 27 minutes of action.
It was definitely one of the great experiences of Qahwash's career. "After they won the tip it felt like I was in the Final Four," he said. "I looked up at Sharron Collins with the ball in his hands and I knew it was on and it was for real --- not many kids get the chance to play against the number one team but I am grateful for (the opportunity)."
The Bears will host Western Illinois at home on Saturday before taking on another talented NCAA opponent, travelling to the University of Memphis to battle the Tigers next week --- a game that will be played at the FedEx forum, an arena also used by the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies.
On a personal note, nice to see a lot of former CWOSSA players having key roles with their NCAA teams this year and contributing on the court. I'll have periodic updates of who is where and how teams are doing throughout the season......
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