Tuesday, May 26



Senior B.B. Bates went from a UCLA softball fan to a Bruin phenom

As an 11-year-old, B.B. Bates sat in the stands at Easton Stadium to witness her first collegiate softball game and watch future Olympic gold medalist Natasha Watley play shortstop for the Bruins. Right then and there, Bates knew that she wanted to play softball for UCLA. Read more...

Photo: After watching UCLA softball as an 11-year-old, senior outfielder B.B. Bates dreamed of playing for UCLA. Now, a decade later, Bates caps off her career with UCLA as the Female Athlete of the Year.


Senior Standouts: Vanessa Zamarripa

Senior Vanessa Zamarripa has been a pivotal member of UCLA gymnastics since her first year of competition. As a freshman, she placed third in the all-around at the NCAA Championships and earned All-American honors in the all-around, vault, balance beam, floor and uneven bars. Read more...


Junior Anthony Barr remains humble despite big defensive impact, elects to stay at UCLA for senior year

Anthony Barr lined up split out wide in the red zone during a spring practice, creating a sense of déjà vu. But this time, everyone noticed. Read more...

Photo: After beginning his UCLA football career on the offensive side of the ball, junior Anthony Barr made an instant impact this year as an outside linebacker, becoming one of the top defensive players in the nation.