The Emerald photographers’ tent sits in a field outside Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada on Sunday, March 23. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

The Golden Gate Bridge stands tall in San Francisco, Calif. as the sun sets on Wednesday, March 27, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Empty docks frame the Navy Pier overlooking a frozen Lake Michigan in Chicago on Monday, March 24. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)

A brilliant starry night sky silhouettes the arching trees in the Hoh Rain Forest campgrounds in Olympic National Park, Wash. on Friday, March 21. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The sun sets over Ruby Beach, Wash. where Cedar Creek meets the Pacific Ocean on Friday, March 21. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

The 200ft. cascading waters of Palouse Falls are framed in the canyons of Palouse Falls State Park in LaCrosse, Wash. on Friday, March 28. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Water from Mink Lake near Sol Duc Falls flows over a waterfall leading to the Sol Duc River in Port Angeles, Wash. on Saturday, March 22. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Alberta resident Luca, 11, plays hockey on the frozen waters of Lake Louise in Alberta, Canada on Tuesday, March 25. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

A bighorn sheep keep an eye on the traffic below along the Icefields Parkway in Alberta, Canada on Wednesday, March 26. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Canadian Rocky Mountains rise along the winding Columbia Icefields between Jasper and Banff in Alberta, Canada on Tuesday, March 25. This image is a panorama made from 12 individual photos. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The distant city lights of Waitsburg, Wash. illuminate a starry night sky near midnight at the Palouse Falls State Park campgrounds in LaCrosse, Wash. on Thursday, March 27. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A man starts his climb up a frozen waterfall in the Maligne Canyon in Jasper, Canada on Tuesday, March 25. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Mossy branches are backlit by a setting sun in Olympic National Park, Wash. on Friday, March 21. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The rugged peaks of Sulphur Mountain in Jasper, Alberta, Canada reflect the waning light during sunset on Wednesday, March 26. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Bigleaf maples support lush beards of clubmoss in the Hall of Mosses in the Hoh Rain Forest in Olympic National Park, Wash. on Saturday, March 22. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Water cascades over a feeder falls adjacent to Sol Duc Falls in Olympic National Park, Wash. on Saturday, March 22. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Mountain ranges frame the steep roads along the Kootenay Highway in the Kootenay National Park in British Columbia, Canada on Thursday, March 27. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A pair of bighorn sheep pause along the side of the road in Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada on Thursday, March 27. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Footsteps are etched into the snow-covered bridge along the hiking trail to Sol Duc Falls in Olympic National Park, Wash. on Saturday, March 22. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A lone elk rests on the plains of an elk farm outside of Bonners Ferry, Idaho on Thursday, March 27. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Low-hanging clouds provide a scenic backdrop to the mountains outside of Sandpoint, Idaho on Thursday, March 27. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A raven vocalizes mid-blink on the icy grounds of the Columbia Icefields outside Jasper in Alberta, Canada on Tuesday, March 25. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Mountain ranges frame the roads of the Icefields Parkway between Jasper and Banff Alberta, Canada on Thursday, March 27. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Mount Inglismaldie stands tall over Lake Minnewanka at dawn in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada on Tuesday, March 25. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

A deer and its young stand alert in the woods near the Sol Duc Campgrounds in Port Angeles, Wash. on Saturday, March 22. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

The sun sets over the Kamloops Indian Reserve No. 1 in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada on Sunday, March 23. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Water cascades over a waterfall and over rocks on its way to Lake Quinault in Olympic National Park, Wash. on Friday, March 21. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Lake Quinault is framed by the shore’s tree line in Olympic National Park, Wash. on Friday, March 21. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

An elk tries to stay warm as it sleeps in a field outside downtown Jasper in Alberta, Canada on Wednesday, March 26. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Mount Harkin stands pronounced over the Kootenay Highway in British Columbia, Canada on Thursday, March 27. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

An lone elk pauses in the snowy fields outside downtown Jasper in Alberta, Canada on Wednesday, March 26. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A cluster of silos are silhouetted in a field outside Washtucna, Wash. as the sun sets over the plains on Thursday, March 27. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

A pair of coyotes cross the road outside Jasper Park Lodge after a shuttle bus stopped to give its passengers a closer look on Wednesday, March 26. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Moss and ferns engulf the forest in Olympic National Park, Wash. on Friday, March 21. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

The sun sets over the plains outside Ritzville, Wash. on Thursday, March 27. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon senior guard Nicholas Lucenti (4) yells as students rush the basketball court after the Ducks beat the Wildcats in the last game of the regular season. The Oregon Ducks play the Arizona Wildcats at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Brendan Murphy snowboards off his roof before landing on a pile of snow. More snow fell overnight in Eugene, Ore. on Feb. 7. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

A group of Whoville residents huddle together in a large tent, keeping warm with a propane heater. The Whoville homeless camp located at the corner of Broadway and Hilyard Street was covered in several inches of snow and more continued to fall on Friday, Feb. 4. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Two Harlem Globetrotters mock the referee during the third quarter. The Harlem Globetrotters perform at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 21, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Sigma Chi member Mo Bardovi growls at the crowd of Fraternity and Sorority Life members during the performance. Sigma Chi’s Derby Days philanthropy finishes off with a dance competition in Gerlinger Annex on Feb. 13, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Bryan Nuro chokes Justin True during the final seconds of the fourth round of the championship fight. The Full Contact Fighting Federation (FCFF) hosts The Rumble at the Roseland 76 at the Roseland Theater in Portland, Ore. on Jan. 25, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Rachel Orr from Utah State leaps over the bar in the women’s high jump competition. Orr finished tied for fourth with a final height of 1.67 meters. The University of Oregon hosts the Oregon Preview at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 22, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Concert-goers dance near the back of the crowd as T-Pain kicks off his set. T-Pain performs at Studio 44 in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon midfielder Erin Schilmoeller (27) fights for the ball with Fresno State midfielder Chyna Hill (1) during the second half. Oregon hosts Fresno State on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at Papé Field. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Freshman Kristen Shafer is a member of the university’s fencing club, which meets triweekly in the Rec center for practice. As the first member of her family to take up the sport, the Butte Falls, Ore. native finds relief in the activity: “Overall, it’s great stress relief, especially when finals roll around.” (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman/outfielder A.J. Balta (33) lunges to grab a ball headed towards first base during the top of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks host the Ohio State Buckeyes at PK Park on March 9, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Sophomore Jake Railton is a member of the University of Oregon Alpine Ski Racing team. The Park City, Utah native has been skiing since he was two and is friends with multiple medal-winning Olympic athletes. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Arizona senior guard Jordin Mayes (20) hits the easy lay-up over Oregon redshirt senior forward Mike Moser (0) in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Arizona Wildcats at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon bench reacts jubilantly after Ducks attacker Sami Kiser (4) scores a goal with seconds remaining in the first half, making it a 5-2 game for Oregon. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Senior Zakia Houston (46) is honored by her fellow teammates on senior day. The Oregon Ducks host Hawaii Pacific and Alderson-Broaddus in a tri-meet on senior night at Matthew Knight Arena, March 16, 2014.(Courtney King/Emerald)

Huskies midfielder Alexandra Crofts (2) screams in celebration as she is held aloft by goalkeeper Courtney Valdez (85) after their 10-8 victory over the Ducks. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon freshman pitcher Stephen Nogosek (30) delivers across the mound to Trojans outfielder Omar Cotto Lozada (11) during the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their tripleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Noah Stewart, Zach Myer, Charlie Wilson-Moses and Spencer Latarski currently play on the University of Oregon club ultimate frisbee team. The four of them attended South Eugene High School. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Chicago Fire defender Bakary Soumare (4) jumps over Portland Timbers forward Maximiliano Urruti (37) to get a better position to head the ball in the first half. The Portland Timbers play the Chicago Fire at Providence Park in Portland, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Woodrow Wilson high school senior Cassidy Donely dances in a shaft of light beside the stage as Skeme begins his set. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore. on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon junior Johnathan Cabral runs down the fourth lane in the men’s 110 meter hurdles competition. Cabral finished in first place with a final time of 13.77 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts the Oregon Preview at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 22, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

After the fight went all 5 rounds, the fight went to the judges scorecard. David Converse, left, rests on the officials shoulder as he awaits the official decision in his fight against Sean Gee. The Full Contact Fighting Federation (FCFF) hosts The Rumble at the Roseland 76 at the Roseland Theater in Portland, Ore. on Jan. 25, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Former Oregon running back De’Anthony Thomas competes in a receivers drill during NFL Pro Day. Oregon’s 2014 class of draft-eligible athletes look to impress NFL scouts at the Moshofsky Sports Center on Thursday, March 13. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Hopsin is on his “Knock Madness Tour” and performs at the WOW Hall in Eugene on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

University Facilities Manager Ron Perkins uses a leaf blower to dust off the layer of snow that fell onto Hayward Field in order for the athletes to continue practicing. A light blanket of snow fell overnight in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 6. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior guard Ariel Thomas (21) gets fouled by Pacific forward Shanice Butler (32) during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Ducks guard Chrishae Rowe (21) reaches through the arms of Tigers forward Erin Butler (12) during a steal in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

The Oregon bench celebrates Lexi Petersen’s (33) three-pointer during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon guard Chrishae Rowe (21) and Tigers guard KiKi Moore (24) collide as Moore drives into the paint during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore forward Jillian Alleyne (14) reaches to stop a ball from going out of bounds during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Pacific forward Marjorie Heard (40) reacts to a call made by the referee during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Oregon junior center Megan Carpenter (40) fights for a loose rebound during the final minutes of the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Oregon team celebrates their 90-63 win over the Pacific Tigers. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon forward Lexi Petersen (14) looks for an open shot around Pacific forward Kendall Kenyon (10) during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Duck takes a playful “selfie” with a trio of Oregon fans during a timeout in the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon junior guard Katelyn Loper (31) reacts to a foul called against her by the referee during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Pacific head coach Lynne Roberts has words with the sideline official during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon junior guard Amanda Delgado (12) watches the play on court intently before she is subbed in during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon guard Katelyn Loper (31) is introduced before tipoff. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks freshman guard Chrishae Rowe (21) gets picked up by a teammate after being fouled during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Pacific Tigers in the WNIT opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 20, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Dom Kennedy makes his way through his 50-minute set onstage. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore., on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Lane Community College sophomore Zeke Wagoner throws up his hands as he sings along to “Juicy” by the Notorious B.I.G. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore., on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Niko G4 extends his microphone into the surging crowd at the WOW Hall. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore., on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Niko G4 gets the crowd warmed up with his opening set before Skeme takes the stage. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore., on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Woodrow Wilson high school senior Cassidy Donely dances in a shaft of light beside the stage as Skeme begins his set. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore., on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Inglewood, Calif., rapper Skeme grooves with the crowd as he begins his set with DJ Wizzo onstage. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore., on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Ashland native Sean-Riley Burns, right, raps along to rapper Low (not pictured) onstage. Burns is a concert promoter and the manager of Ashland-based Low. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore., on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Dom Kennedy displays his Los Angeles roots with pride with his Wayne Gretzky throwback jersey and ball cap. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore. on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Dom Kennedy embraces the crowd as he takes to the stage to begin his 50-minute set. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore. on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Aloha high school senior Jocelyn Montelongo is squeezed between two fans as the crowd clamors for Skeme to begin his set. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore., on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A concert-goer offers up his joint to Dom Kennedy onstage as Kennedy’s set draws to a close. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore. on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Dom Kennedy is embraced by the front-row fans at the WOW Hall as he closes out his set. Los Angeles rapper Dom Kennedy headlines a night of rap and hip-hop at the WOW Hall in Eugene, Ore. on March 17, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

USC outfielder Bobby Stahel (4) dives and misses the ball hit by Oregon’s Tyler Baumgartner (13), giving the Ducks a three-run double during the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon outfielder Austin Grebeck (22) collides with USC infielder Blake Lacey (26) at second base during the bottom of the fourth inning, causing the ball to spring free from Lacey’s glove. Grebeck was ruled safe on the play. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Trojans infielder Dante Flores (3) tags out Oregon’s Tyler Baumgartner (13) after Baumgartner was caught in a rundown during the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Jeff Gold (44) is congratulated by his dugout after being relieved by Porter Clayton (31) during the bottom of the seventh inning, with the Ducks leading 5-2. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon utility player A.J. Balta (33) slides into home plate and scores a run during the bottom of the seventh inning, making it a 6-2 lead for the Ducks. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Mitchell Tolman (37) narrowly beats USC’s AJ Ramirez (10) to first base during the bottom of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

USC catcher Garrett Stubbs (51) tumbles into his dugout after failing to track down a foul ball by Oregon’s Kyle Garlick (4) during the bottom of the seventh inning.The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Three year old Treyton Truax horses around with his mother Bridget Truax during the bottom of the seventh inning. The Springfield, Ore. youngster was attending his first-ever Ducks game, something he had eagerly awaited: “[I] think he woke up three times last night asking me if it was time to go to the game” remarked Bridget. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Trojans pitcher Jeff Paschke (17) throws across the mound during the bottom of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Mitchell Tolman (37) warms up his swing on deck during the bottom of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Ducks celebrate their 7-2 win over the USC Trojans, winning the weekend series 2-1. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore pitcher Garrett Cleavinger (35) delivers across the mound during the top of the eighth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon outfielder Kyle Garlick (4) reacts at home plate after hitting a foul ball during the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Ten year old Kellen Sande watches the field during the bottom of the seventh inning. The Lebanon, Ore. native is a shortstop on his fourth grade team, the Lebanon Warriors. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior outfielder Tyler Baumgartner (13) reacts after being caught in a rundown and tagged out, ending the second inning for the Ducks. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the third game of their series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on March 16, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon’s Mark Karaviotis (24) and Aaron Payne (20) celebrate in outer field after the Ducks close out the game at the top of the ninth inning, beating the Trojans 7-2. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

USC outfielder Timmy Robinson (28) misses his bunt from a pitch thrown by Oregon’s Matt Krook (21) during the top of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon’s Aaron Payne (20) slides back to second base safely under USC infielder Blake Lacey (26) during the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon’s Tyler Baumgartner (13) outruns the toss to USC catcher Jeremy Martinez (2) at home plate, scoring a run for the Ducks during the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon’s A.J. Balta (33) is congratulated by his teammates after scoring a two run home run during the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon utility player A.J. Balta (33) makes an acrobatic catch at first base to out USC’s Jake Hernandez (21) during the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon freshman pitcher Stephen Nogosek (30) delivers across the mound to Trojans outfielder Omar Cotto Lozada (11) during the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A ball sails past Oregon outfielder Austin Grebeck (22) during the bottom of the eighth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Trojans junior pitcher Nigel Nootbaar (20) winds up for a pitch during the bottom of the eighth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Anna and Brian Wildish cradle their sleeping boys Jackson, left, and Zachary during the top of the eighth inning. The family lives in Tualatin and decided to spend the weekend in Eugene after a trip down on Friday for Brian’s work. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon freshman pitcher Stephen Nogosek (30) is congratulated by his teammates after being relieved from the mound by Trent Paddon (25) during the top of the eighth inning, with the Ducks leading 7-2. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon’s Aaron Payne (20) sprints towards first base before being thrown out by Trojans catcher Jeremy Martinez (2) during the bottom of the eighth inning.The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon outfielder Tyler Baumgartner (13) safely outruns the throw to USC’s Jake Hernandez (21) at first base during the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Young children eagerly await autographs from Oregon players atop the dugout after the game’s end. The Oregon Ducks play the USC Trojans in the second game of their triple-header at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 15, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Huskies midfielder Alexandra Crofts (2) screams in celebration as she is held aloft by goalkeeper Shannon Nee (85) after their 10-8 victory over the Ducks. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Huskies freshman midfielder Jacqueline Jordan (3) throws her stick down after scoring the go-ahead point during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Huskies midfielder Katherine Finkelston (4) scores a goal against Oregon goalkeeper Caroline Federighi (30) during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Huskies bench rushes the field to swarm goalkeeper Shannon Nee after the team’s 10-8 victory over the Oregon Ducks. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Huskies sophomore midfielder Lauren Kwasnowski (12) trips as she chases a loose ball during the first half of play. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Huskies sophomore midfielder Katherine Finkelston (4) scores her second goal of the game during a run in the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

The Ducks and Huskies line up for a face-off as Oregon leads 3-1 with six minutes remaining in the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore midfielder Carly O’Connell (12) celebrates after assisting her teammate during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore midfielder Carly O’Connell (12) celebrates after scoring the second goal of the first half for the Ducks. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Oregon attacker Courtney Valdez (1) prepares to fire a shot against Huskies goalkeeper Shannon Nee (85) during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Ducks sophomore defender Jackie Moccia (5) lobs a ball across field to her teammate at the start of the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

The Oregon bench reacts jubilantly after Ducks attacker Sami Kiser (4) scores a goal with seconds remaining in the first half, making it a 5-2 game for Oregon. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Ducks junior defender Raleigh Cavey (10) breaks her stick as she crashes into Huskies defender Lauren Kahn (15). The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Oregon attacker Courtney Valdez (1) moves behind the Connecticut goal as she is guarded by Huskies defender Cassie Perettine (19) during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior attacker Shannon Propst (36) and Connecticut defender Karaline Smith (7) battle for a ball during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

The Huskies celebrate after the tie point is scored during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Huskies attacker Carly Palmucci (13) looses control of the ball as she is pressured by Oregon defender Erika McCool (19) during the final seconds of play. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon midfielder Carly O’Connell (12) battles for a face-off with Huskies midfielder Kacey Pippitt (10) during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Eleven year old Madison Tuski, a ball girl for the Ducks, rests on the sidelines as the sun sets during the second half of the game. It is Tuski’s first season as a ball girl, and she plays lacrosse for her fifth-grade Eugene team. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Huskies goalkeeper Shannon Nee (85) takes a spill as she is pressured by a pair of Oregon attackers during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon midfielder Olivia Pyne (3) spins as she is defended by Huskies midfielder Lauren Kwasnowski (12) during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore midfielder Carly O’Connell (12) takes a shot during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Connecticut Huskies at Papé Field in Eugene, Ore. on March 14, 2014. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

T-Pain flashes a grin to the crowd as they clamor for his photo. T-Pain performs at Studio 44 in Eugene, Ore., on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

T-Pain takes to the stage as he opens his set near 11:15 p.m. T-Pain performs at Studio 44 in Eugene, Ore., on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Concertgoers dance near the back of the crowd as T-Pain kicks off his set. T-Pain performs at Studio 44 in Eugene, Ore., on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

T-Pain acknowledges the enthusiastic crowd before he launches into his final songs of the night. T-Pain performs at Studio 44 in Eugene, Ore., on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

T-Pain takes a break onstage midway through his set. T-Pain performs at Studio 44 in Eugene, Ore., on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Elmira high school senior Jessica Sand accepts a mouthful of water from the onstage emcee prior to T-Pain’s set. The Veneta native has seen T-Pain once prior, in Portland. T-Pain performs at Studio 44 in Eugene, Ore., on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

T-Pain wipes sweat from his neck as the humidity and temperature inside Studio 44 soar during his performance. T-Pain performs at Studio 44 in Eugene, Ore., on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Portland resident Andre Foster dances with a partner as T-Pain works through his second song. Foster saw T-Pain perform the night before in Salem. T-Pain performs at Studio 44 in Eugene, Ore., on March 14, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Redhawks freshman infielder Brock Carpenter (9) reacts as he’s called out at second base by Oregon infielder Mark Karaviotis (24), ending the top of the seventh inning for Seattle. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Redhawks freshman pitcher Austin Hansen (22) is relieved from the mound by Seattle’s Brock Carpenter (9) during the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon freshman outfielder Austin Grebeck (22) slides safely into second base as Redhawks infielder Cash McGuire (1) misses the catch during the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon junior pitcher Jack Karraker (36) delivers across the mound during the top of the ninth inning. This image is a combination of three separate photos, and was created using an in-camera multiple exposure. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Six year old Veneta resident Layla Smith, far left, is taught the Macarena dance by University senior Kristin MacDougald, center, atop the Seattle dugout before the start of the ninth inning. Smith is a first-baseman for her T-ball team (the Cougars), and MacDougald is an intern for Diamond Ducks, the marketing and promotional department for the Ducks baseball team. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior second baseman Aaron Payne (20) misses a bunt during the bottom of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior outfielder Tyler Baumgartner (13) beats the toss to first base as Seattle’s Grant Newton (23) tries to out him during the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Redhawks sophomore utility player Connor Moore (5) pitches to Oregon’s Mitchell Tolman (37) during the bottom of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior Aaron Payne (20) reacts after striking out in the bottom of the second inning, bringing the inning to a close. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon freshman utility player A.J. Balta (33) is tagged out at home plate by Redhawks junior catcher Brian Olson (25) during the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon freshman pitcher Trent Paddon (25) delivers to Seattle catcher Sam Finfer (16) during the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore infielder Mitchell Tolman (37) narrowly dodges a pitch from Seattle freshman pitcher Austin Hansen (22) during the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Seattle freshman pitcher Austin Hansen (22) delivers to Oregon’s A.J. Balta (32) during the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon right-handed pitcher Jeff Gold (44) delivers to Seattle’s Brian Olson (25) during the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior infielder Desmond Santos (11) slides into home plate before being tagged out by Seattle catcher Brian Olson (25) during the bottom of the eighth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Seattle University Redhawks in Game One of a doubleheader at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 4, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon redshirt junior guard Joseph Young (3) puts up a two-pointer in the paint during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon redshirt junior guard Joseph Young (3) drives the ball toward the basket during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon senior guard Johnathan Loyd (10) puts up a successful three-pointer over the outstretched arms of Washington State junior guard DaVonté Lacy (25) during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon teammates celebrate after Oregon redshirt senior forward Mike Moser (0) scores an unexpected three-pointer. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Washington State junior guard Dexter Kernich-Drew (10) has the ball stripped by Oregon redshirt junior guard Joseph Young (3) during a drive into the paint in the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon redshirt junior guard Joseph Young (3) chases down a loose ball after he forced the steal from Washington State junior guard Dexter Kernich-Drew (10). The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Washington State junior guard Royce Woolridge (22) is upended midair as Oregon redshirt sophomore forward Elgin Cook (23) guards the basket during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior guard Johnathan Loyd (10) moves downcourt during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon redshirt senior forward Mike Moser (0) flies toward the ball prior to dunking it through the hoop. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon redshirt senior forward Mike Moser (0) scoops the ball in bounds to keep Oregon from losing possession of the ball. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon redshirt senior forward Richard Amardi (13) and Oregon sophomore guard Dominic Artis (1) block the shot of Washington State junior guard DaVonté Lacy (25) during the first half of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Washington State junior guard DaVonté Lacy (25) dives toward the floor in attempt to steal the ball from Oregon redshirt junior guard Joseph Young (3). The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Dana Altman screams at the referee in disagreement of a foul called. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Washington State junior guard DaVonté Lacy (25) dunks the ball through the hoop after quickly stealing the ball from Oregon. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Duck playfully flirts with a courtside fan during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon redshirt junior guard Joseph Young (3) puts up a perimeter shot against Washington State junior guard DaVonté Lacy (25) during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Washington State head coach Ken Bone reacts to a call against a Cougars player during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Washington State Cougars at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 23, 2014. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)