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Scott Rueck on rivalry game with Oregon: ‘If it were up to me, we wouldn’t be playing this game’
- Rueck says the rivalry should be paused for a few years to recalibrate amid conference changes and performance gaps.
- Rueck commented after OSU’s 96-73 loss at Oregon that the result underscored the current talent gap.
- Rueck cited a need to protect the rivalry’s meaning during a period of unrest and realignment.
- The coach said he would prefer delaying the series until both teams are more evenly matched.
- Oregon State’s Mia Villa led the Beavers with a career-high 27 points in the loss to Oregon.
- Oregon’s Katie Fiso posted a career-high 14 assists and 23 points in the Ducks’ win.
- Rueck praised Oregon’s performance, noting their efficiency and turnover pressure.
- Rueck expressed respect for the rivalry and its history while focusing on stability.
- The Ducks improved to 10-0, strengthening the context for Rueck’s pause recommendation.
- The game was played in Eugene, at Matthew Knight Arena, contributing to the atmosphere of the rivalry.
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