Brad Pitt was once asked whether the journey or the destination is more important during a speech. The Hollywood actor paused for a moment on stage and answered – “it’s the company.” And the Bruins have fortified relationships with teammates while traveling to multiple tournaments, helping them solidify camaraderie and reinforce the team’s family-oriented culture. Read more...

Photo: Senior Maggie Boyd hits the ball over the net. Boyd made her first and only appearance of the fall season at the BVNE Collegiate Preseason tournament, where she partnered with junior Cassie Dodd. (Max Zhang/Daily Bruin staff)

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty inspires its viewers to jump into the unknown and live life without fearing discomfort. Most athletes and coaches must step out of their comfort zones to succeed in today’s collegiate landscape due to the difficulty in building sustainable chemistry amid roster turnover. Read more...

Photo: Junior Cassie Dodd and sophomore Alexa Fernandez walk off the court at the 2025 AVCA Beach National Championship. The pair captured second place at the competition, falling to Long Beach State in the final match 2-0. (Courtesy of American Volleyball Coaches Association)

This post was updated Oct. 29 at 12:42 a.m. “The Miracle on Ice” often symbolizes the pinnacle of American athletic achievement. But Sally Perez may have one-upped the historic feat, snapping a 15-year drought and overcoming a low seed. Read more...

Photo: Sophomore blocker Sally Perez stands alongside Stanford sophomore Avery Jackson while the American flag rests behind their backs. The American duo dropped just three sets throughout the qualifying rounds and the main draw of the FIVB Beach Volleyball U21 World Championship. (Courtesy of Sally Perez)