Emily Lee’s little sister’s death drew her to health care at a young age. The UCLA gymnastics senior’s affinity for a healing profession stems from a deeply personal experience that exposed her to the rigorous world of medicine. Read more...
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This post was updated Feb. 20 at 12:06 a.m. Mika Webster-Longin walked into coach Lisa Terry’s club gym in 2020 afraid to hang onto the uneven bars. Read more...
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Mick Cronin thought Tuesday’s showdown was just going to be business as usual. Then his dad called. His 83-year-old father let Cronin know he’d be trekking across the country for Tuesday night’s game against Minnesota. Read more...
Photo: UCLA men’s basketball coach Mick Cronin smiles on the sidelines of Pauley Pavilion after his team steamrolled past then-No. 16 Oregon by a score of 78-52. If the team wins Tuesday night, Cronin will reach his 500th career victory as head coach. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)
Playing Division I sports is a commitment. Donning national colors is an honor. Giving back to the community is a calling. From competing for UCLA women’s soccer to representing Team Mexico, junior forward America Frias and sophomore midfielder Val Vargas have made names for themselves on the field. Read more...
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Passing the torch is a natural part of sports, as new leaders step up to carry the team forward. And in 2025, it could be Cheridyn Leverette who propels the Bruins to new heights. Read more...
Photo: Junior outside hitter Cheridyn Leverette spikes a ball at the Galen Center. (Zimo Li/Photo editor)
This post was updated Dec. 4 at 10:48 p.m. The word “proud” often fails to suffice in the Bhaghani household. It feels a pound too light and a description too fragile to contain adequate weight. Read more...
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Pride for Los Angeles schools bubbles up when ownership of the Victory Bell sways in the balance and the Crosstown Cup lies on the horizon. And it will bubble until it boils over Saturday night. Read more...
