Thursday, July 2

Bruin tennis team rides over the Pepperdine Waves in 4-3 win at home

Experience does not always trump talent. That was the case on Tuesday as the No. 8 UCLA men's tennis team took on No. 12 Pepperdine at the Los Angeles Tennis Center. Read more...

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Freshman Marcos Giron won the final singles contest to help the UCLA men’s tennis team to a 4-3 victory over Pepperdine on Tuesday at the Los Angeles Tennis Center. Giron defeated Pepperdine senior Alex Llompart 6-2, 4-6, 6-4 after coming back from a 3-1 deficit in the third set.


Joshua Smith’s weight, performance fluctuate

During games he tugs at his jersey constantly, as if it's holding back the enormous amount of potential inside. Read more...

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Sophomore center Joshua Smith has had an up-and-down season but will look to stay consistent with the postseason fast approaching.



National Invitation Tournament a viable option if Bruins miss out on NCAA

After its rivalry game, the UCLA men's basketball team will hop on a plane headed to New York City before taking on St. John's on Saturday at one of the most historic arenas in organized basketball: Madison Square Garden. Read more...

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Coach Ben Howland and the Bruins’ chances at making the NCAA Tournament are dependent on a first-place finish in the Pac-12 Tournament. If the Bruins aren’t invited to the Big Dance, the NIT Tournament remains a viable option.


UCLA-USC opposition overshadowed by NBA rivalry

Tis the season for couples, and you either love or hate Valentine's Day for it. Tuesday's holiday exists almost exclusively to celebrate a particular relationship status, which is awesome for those who have someone special and not necessarily anything super special for those who don't. Read more...



Final stretch to determine UCLA women’s basketball’s fate in future tourneys

After a rough road trip to the Bay Area last weekend that capped off a month of playing two games a week, the UCLA women's basketball team returned home on Sunday to some much needed rest. Read more...

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The UCLA women’s basketball team huddles up before its home match against USC on Jan. 14. The Bruins lost that game 47-43, struggling to grab rebounds during the second half of the game. USC had 13 offensive boards in the second half, allowing the Trojans to surge ahead in the final 20 minutes. UCLA looks to avenge its loss to USC this Sunday when the Bruins face the Trojans at the Galen Center.