UCLA men’s basketball had some unexpected news before its game against Sacramento State tonight. Redshirt senior forward Travis Wear, who coach Steve Alford had anticipated could be ready to return by tonight, hung back from the layup line, instead standing on the sidelines in a track suit, out for the game. Things didn’t go completely […]
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UCLA men’s basketball bags decisive victory over Oakland
Leading a three on zero fastbreak, Kyle Anderson was flanked by a teammate on either side and nothing but the rim in front of him. Poised to convert on what looked to be the easiest points the Bruins would get all night, the sophomore guard found a way to squander the opportunity. Appearing unsure of […]
Women’s tennis earns doubles title in first tournament
In its first tournament of the year, UCLA women’s tennis won the doubles title at the Riviera/ITA All-American Championship over the weekend at the Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles. Junior Robin Anderson and freshman Jennifer Brady teamed up to earn UCLA’s first ever doubles title at the All-American event, defeating USC’s duo of junior […]
Women’s volleyball proves resilient in close victory
The UCLA women’s volleyball team had its back to the wall. Not playing at its best, the team was down 2-1 on the road, embroiled in a tight match of long rallies and missed opportunities. In such a situation, many teams would have folded—even UCLA teams of old, according to coach Michael Sealy.
Cross country claims first at season opener
It was a day of firsts for the UCLA cross country teams. In their first races of the season, the men’s and women’s teams both finished in first place, with redshirt junior Kelsey Smith capturing her first career individual win in the process.
Dennis Novikov to leave UCLA, pursue pro tennis career
After helping UCLA men’s tennis to a 29-2 record and an appearance in the NCAA Team Championships in his sophomore season, Dennis Novikov announced Thursday via Twitter that he was turning pro.
Key UCLA games to watch in the fall
Sept. 1: Men’s soccer at Indiana – Indiana won the NCAA title in 2012. Sept. 6: Women’s soccer at North Carolina – North Carolina won the NCAA title last season