It was a spontaneous decision, one that coach John Speraw described as “off-the-cuff.” After one too many mindless errors during Monday’s practice, Speraw told players to grab their bags and get out of the gym. Practice was over. “Considering we just got our butts kicked twice this weekend, it sure seemed like there was a […]
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UCLA men’s volleyball looks to carry on its traditions in Hawaii
When it comes to going to Hawaii, the UCLA men’s volleyball team has two traditions: winning and eating malasadas. “We always make a stop at Leonard’s, it’s a malasada place. … (Malasadas) are like these bread-puff donut balls with sugar that are filled with custard or chocolate,” said redshirt sophomore middle blocker Trent Kersten. “We […]
UCLA men’s volleyball freshmen star against Pacific
It was a glimpse into the future of UCLA men’s volleyball. It was a showcase for arguably the best recruiting class in the nation. Coach John Speraw threw four freshmen into the starting lineup on Sunday afternoon, but the No. 3 Bruins (12-3, 9-2 Mountain Pacific Sports Federation) carried on with business as usual as […]
UCLA men’s volleyball hopes to offset first home loss
Coach John Speraw made his players a promise at the beginning of the week: If they won on both Wednesday against Long Beach State and Friday against Cal State Northridge, they would receive all of their clean laundry back. Fresh laundry may be a trivial matter for some, but not if you’re on the UCLA men’s volleyball team. “It […]
Men’s volleyball unable to hold off Long Beach State
John Speraw isn’t in the business of making bold statements. When the UCLA men’s volleyball coach heaps praise onto an opposing player, he means it. After watching Long Beach State outside hitter Taylor Crabb slam 29 kills in a four-set win over the Bruins Wednesday night at Pauley Pavilion, Speraw put the volleyball world on […]
Turning the page: Robart Page digs out of tough spot to find volleyball success
Wherever he goes, people stare inquisitively at Robart Page’s 7-foot frame and ask him the same thing – “You play basketball, right?” The answer today is simply and unequivocally no. Less than two years ago, however, the response to that question was significantly more complicated for the UCLA men’s volleyball’s senior outside hitter. Page, considered […]
UCLA men’s volleyball aims to avoid consecutive losses
Just days after being on the verge of 10 straight wins, the Bruins are now in danger of starting a new streak in the opposite direction. After taking a beating from No. 3 Pepperdine Wednesday, No. 1 UCLA (9-2, 6-1 Mountain Pacific Sports Federation) will look to avoid losing consecutive games for the first time […]