Lopes Conquering the Desert: GCU Stuns Wildcats in Tucson
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## Interview:A Lope-Sided Victory
**(Host)** Welcome back to the show! Joining us today is Coach [Insert Coach Name Here], head coach of the Grand Canyon University women’s basketball team. Coach, what an incredible win for the Lopes against Arizona! How are you feeling?
**(Coach)** (Excited) Whew, it’s still sinking in! To go into McKale Center and overcome a deficit to beat a strong Arizona team, it’s just a testament to the grit and determination of these players.
**(Host)** Did you feel that type of energy from the team throughout the game? It sounds like they never doubted themselves.
**(Coach)** Absolutely. They were down at halftime but never stopped believing. [Quote referring to players pushing and never doubting, from the article]. It was incredible to see that fire, especially in the fourth quarter.
**(Host)** Speaking of the fourth quarter, that was a nail-biter! Can you tell us about those crucial final minutes?
**(Coach)** [Quote about burning out the clock, giving the Lopes a winnable outcome]. We told them to stay focused, control the tempo, and trust each other. They executed perfectly.
**(Host)** And of course, we can’t forget about [Player Name, San Antonio]’s amazing performance!
**(Coach)** [Quote about San Antonio’s performance and being a special player]. She’s got this incredible speed, and when she learns to use it strategically, she becomes unstoppable. This was a big moment for her, and she really stepped up.
**(Host)** What does this win mean for the Lopes going forward?
**(Coach)** This is a huge confidence builder. These young women have proven that they can compete with anyone, and that they have what it takes to win big games. We’re only going to get stronger from here.
