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Features, Sports, Women's Golf

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May 22, 11:50 pm

Lilia Vu emerges as leader for fellow Bruin golfers, sets UCLA record

Lilia Vu knew the putt was going in. It didn’t matter that it was a long putt – more than 20 feet – or that the UCLA junior was playing at the 2018 ANA Inspiration, an LPGA Tour event in which invited amateurs often hope just to make the weekend cut. Read more...

Photo: Junior Lilia Vu has become a leader for UCLA women’s golf in her three years as a Bruin. Vu said she learned her leadership skills from watching former Bruin teammate and LPGA golfer Bronte Law. (Daniel Leibowitz/Daily Bruin staff)

Features, Men's Tennis, Sports

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May 9, 12:29 am

Tennis freshman reflects on father’s coaching, career trajectory

When Bryce Pereira was born, Melwin Pereira placed a tennis ball in his newborn son’s hands. “I’ve never met anyone else that loves tennis more than him,” said the freshman of his father. Read more...

Photo: Bryce Pereira has become key to UCLA men’s tennis’ doubles lineup this season. The freshman grew up playing tennis under his father and the two have developed an immeasurable bond over the sport. (Daniel Leibowitz/Daily Bruin staff)

Features, Sports

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May 1, 1:27 am

Bruins’ first costumed mascot finds success as UCLA professor

This post was updated on May 15 at 9:36 p.m. The Bruins had a problem. Josephine Bruin, a live Himalayan brown bear donated by alumni in 1961, was getting too big for her home in the Rally Committee chair’s backyard. Read more...

Photo: The Joe Bruin costume was introduced in 1963, with Charles Dennis. Josephine Bruin wouldn’t be added until a few years later, in 1967. (Axel Lopez/Daily Bruin)

Features, Sports, Women's Basketball

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March 15, 12:20 am

Projected WNBA top pick talks modeling, future plans

Monique Billings leapt across the stage at a ballet recital when she was 6 years old, but she looked more fit for a jersey than a tutu. Read more...

Photo: Senior forward Monique Billings has been an integral part of UCLA women’s basketball for four years, but her reach extends far beyond the hardwood. She has dedicated much of her time off the court to inspiring young women across the country. (Keila Mayberry/Daily Bruin staff)


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