If you’re looking for Brian Pritchard, don’t ask for him by name. Simply navigate your way to the northwest corner of the John Wooden Center and look for Waldo.
Pritchard — whose nickname was given to him by a coworker years ago — can be found in his office, denoted “Waldo’s World” by a sign on the door.
One wall is dominated by a whiteboard featuring an array of positive and inspirational quotes including “don’t believe everything you think” and “if you’re bored you’re not paying attention,” while the others are adorned with signed memorabilia from the many successful sports teams Pritchard has worked with, most markedly the 2010 women’s softball national champions.
“I have a love of sports and a love of working with sports teams,” Pritchard says. “When I came to UCLA it was like being dropped in the best candy shop in the world.”
Story by: Claire Fahy