The Bruins are finding their groove. No. 4 UCLA men’s tennis (19-2, 4-0 Pac-12) has not lost in over a month, in part due to the improved consistency of players throughout its lineup. “I think we’ve matured just as much mentally as we have tenniswise,” said coach Billy Martin. Since their loss to No. 1 […]
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Men’s tennis beats Stanford, Cal to remain undefeated in conference play
The Bruins stand alone at the top of the Pac-12. No. 4 UCLA men’s tennis (19-2, 4-0 Pac-12) swept No. 3 Stanford (16-2, 3-1) and California (8-6, 1-2) this weekend to remain the only undefeated team in conference play. After falling to the Cardinal 4-3 earlier this season in Palo Alto, the Bruins tied up […]
Freshmen efforts propel men’s tennis to 13-2 overall record
With a 13-2 overall record, No. 4 UCLA men’s tennis is one of the elite programs in the nation this season, thanks in part to the major contributions from the team’s freshmen. “They’ve obviously played a big role as they’re winning matches,” said coach Billy Martin. “I’m expecting big things from all of our freshmen.” […]
Men’s tennis to compete in last match before conference play
After an intensive nonconference schedule, the Bruins finally have an opportunity to relax. Five doubles pairs will represent No. 4 UCLA (13-2) at the 129th Annual Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship at La Jolla, California, this weekend. Coach Billy Martin said that he has no expectations for the low-stakes tournament. “I’ve always told my players […]
UCLA men’s tennis to face matchup against USC in home game
The Bruins split last year’s series against their crosstown rivals with each team winning 12 total points apiece. No. 4 UCLA men’s tennis (12-2) will host No. 9 USC (7-2) on Tuesday in the teams’ first matchup of the season. While the match will not count toward conference standings, the Bruins aim to begin a […]
UCLA men’s tennis defeats Portland in seventh sweep of season
After playing five indoor matches in six days, the Los Angeles Tennis Center did not feel like a home-court advantage for the Bruins. No. 4 UCLA (12-2) battled cold, windy conditions to sweep Portland (5-5) and remain undefeated at home. “They’re running on a lot of confidence right now, but I’d say they’re more mentally […]
Men’s tennis changes lineup, sweeps first indoor match of the season
The unfamiliar indoor territory posed no threat to the Bruins. No. 7 UCLA (8-1) swept unranked Seattle (3-4) 7-0 on Wednesday in its first indoor match of the season. The team also picked up its first road win of the year. “We all acclimated pretty well to (the indoors),” said freshman Connor Hance. “I’m happy […]