The Oregon Ducks looked much better after that 10-day break than they did before it, that’s for sure.
After struggling in the early parts of December, going into the holiday after a loss to Utah Valley, Will Richardson was able to lead the team to an impressive victory over the Oregon State Beavers on New Year’s Eve in Matthew Knight Arena.
The Ducks weathered an early storm from the Beavers but were able to utilize an 18-2 run in the first half that gave them a comfortable lead going into the break. While the Beavers managed to regain the lead briefly in the second half, Richardson and N’Faly Dante ultimately held them off and got Dana Altman’s team a much-needed win to go into the new year.