Cronin Blamed for Underutilizing Aday Mara

Bill Plaschke of the Los Angeles Times argues that Cronin's tough approach may have driven Mara away, noting Mara played 30 minutes in the title game compared to his UCLA average. The column suggests UCLA could have advanced further in the tournament with Mara's presence.

This scrutiny comes as UCLA celebrates its first women's title, adding pressure to the men's program's recent struggles.