It would seem that putting two consecutive wins together is not too much to ask. But the UCLA women’s basketball team has accomplished that feat only once ““ and that was during the preseason. Ever since those two early victories, the Bruins have been inconsistent, to say the least. UCLA (6-6, 1-2 Pac-10) has dropped […]
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Basketball Preview: Disorder causes Washington’s Kayla Burt to reevaluate life on, off court
It has almost been one year since Kayla Burt stepped on the hardwood floor for the University of Washington. However, the memory of the time when she once laced up her shoes and played competitive basketball still remains deep inside. “I’ll always love the game,” Burt said. “But, it’s different for me now. Basketball isn’t […]
M. polo: Men’s water polo shows potential at season’s end
Finishing third in the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation tournament is nothing to brag about. But for the men’s water polo team, it’s a statement. “We needed to show everyone that we are one of the best teams in the country,” coach Adam Krikorian said. “People didn’t give us a lot of credit the whole year, […]
M. waterpolo: Men’s water polo up against Pepperdine in first round
This weekend could determine the Bruins’ season. Win three, and UCLA has the NCAA championship within its grasp. Falter against any opponent, and UCLA can practically say goodbye to the NCAA tournament. “This is the biggest week of the year for us,” junior goalie Joseph Axelrad said. “We’ll have to bring our A-game to the table.” […]
[Online extended] M. polo: Water polo loses to USC in OT
There is a first time for everything. For the Bruins, who had never lost an overtime game this season, it’s a first that will be hard to swallow. Despite Joseph Axelrad’s stellar performance in goal, USC eked out a 7-6 overtime victory at home. “It’s incredibly frustrating any time you lose to USC,” said Axelrad, […]
Water polo expecting fierce match against USC
It could very much be just another game ““ an end-of-the-season game with basically no ramifications, since the MPSF seeding is already set. However, there lies one more game in the Bruins’ season. Lo and behold, it is against USC. Saturday’s non-conference matchup now becomes more than just another game. “UCLA has had the better […]
A new team to tip off the season
Last season, Michelle Greco singlehandedly led the Bruins to a victory over University of Nevada, Las Vegas. But there is no Greco this year. In her place, however, has emerged freshman phenom Noelle Quinn. This Sunday in Pauley Pavilion, Quinn and the rest of the Bruins will face UNLV in their season opener. “It’s a […]