Wednesday, May 13

Women’s volleyball heads to USC for first conference game of the season

The UCLA women’s volleyball team isn’t exactly starting off its Pac-12 schedule on a dull note. With a classic cross-town matchup this Wednesday, the No. 9 Bruins (9-1) will play their first conference game of 2016 in Trojan territory. Read more...

Photo: Zana Muno has stayed in the back row for most of the season, but took swings up front in UCLA’s most recent set. The sophomore said Monday she had “no idea” where she’ll play against USC. (Daily Bruin file photo)


Bruins look to maintain a disciplined defense against the Cardinal

The headliner of UCLA’s (2-1) Saturday showdown with No. 7 Stanford (2-0, 1-0 Pac-12) is undoubtedly running back Christian McCaffrey. He set the NCAA record as a sophomore with 3,864 all-purpose yards and finished as Associated Press Player of the Year and Heisman runner-up behind Alabama’s Derrick Henry. Read more...

Photo: Angus McClure said the key for the Bruin defense against the Cardinal is to remain disciplined. UCLA only missed three tackles against BYU last Saturday. (Mackenzie Possee/Assistant photo editor)


Kevin Love gives back to alma mater, pledges $1M

It has been a busy summer for Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love. After winning his first NBA championship in June, Love has decided to give back to his alma mater, where he played the 2007-2008 season. Read more...

Photo: Kevin Love pledged $1M to the Mo Ostin Basketball Center. The UCLA alum led the Bruins to the 2008 Final Four before turning pro. (Daily Bruin file photo)



Women’s soccer defeats Long Beach State 2-1 with dominant offense

Tough games bring out the good and bad in a team. The 2-1 victory for No. 11 UCLA women’s soccer (6-2-0) over unranked Long Beach State (4-4-1) did exactly that. Read more...

Photo: Senior forward Darian Jenkins scored the go-ahead goal for UCLA in the 57th minute. It was her fourth game-winning score and her team-leading sixth goal of the season. (Austin Yu/Daily Bruin senior staff)



Josh Rosen reflects on misses despite contributions to victory over BYU

PROVO, Utah — Josh Rosen threw 26-of-40 for 307 yards and two touchdowns. Yet, the sophomore quarterback minced little words to criticize his own performance. “Taking a step back like this is frustrating,” Rosen said. Read more...

Photo: Quarterback Josh Rosen threw two touchdowns in a 17-14 against BYU, but was still frustrated with his performance. The sophomore believed UCLA should have been able to score at least 21 more points. (Mackenzie Possee/Assistant photo editor)