Mikayla Blakes secured a dramatic victory for Vanderbilt over Tennessee by scoring a last-second basket, marking the first win against the rival since 2019. Her father, Monroe Blakes, a former player and Hall of Famer, unexpectedly joined the celebration on the court, showcasing a proud and emotional parental moment. Coincidentally, her brother Jaylen also made a game-winning shot just a day earlier, making their father's joy even greater. Monroe expressed his overwhelming pride and happiness, reflecting on an extraordinary experience for the family.
Just like he couldn't contain his emotions on Saturday, either, when Mikayla's older brother, Stanford guard Jaylen Blakes, drove the length of the court and knocked down a game-winning stepback jumper... This makes it two kids, two buzzer beaters in two days, one elated dad on hand to see both.
The word I keep using is Amazing. Blessed. And I'm not sure if that does it justice... They have taken me to new heights and new memories that I hadn't experienced.
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