The quietest, most somber corner of the UCLA football locker room following home games last season was often the one occupied by the team’s offensive linemen.
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In time, UCLA will get a day in the sun
So this is the column where I predict the Bruin football team’s record this season and I’ll do it immediately: seven wins, five losses, and a victory in a lower-level bowl game.
Extra Points: Strong defense, but uncertain offense
Since the UCLA football team began its fall training camp at the start of this month, we’ve been hearing about all these new features of the Bruins’ offense.
Walk-on works hard for nickelback position
I bet even among UCLA football fans the name Matt Barkley sounds a lot more familiar than Andrew Abbott.
Coach expects growing pains as practice begins
Today is the day. The UCLA football team officially begins its 2009 season today and will hold its first practice at 3 p.m. at Spaulding Field. The Bruins, hoping to improve after an abysmal 2008 season, must acclimate many new players as they prepare for their opening game Sept. 5 against San Diego State.
Media day an occasion for optimism
It is an eager time of the year in the college football world.
Holiday awaits selection
It’s starting to become part of the normal routine for UCLA men’s basketball.