Monday, April 6

Led by Rice, UCLA women’s basketball defeats Creighton to return to Sweet 16

This post was updated March 25 at 10:48 p.m. Ten minutes stood between an end to the season for UCLA or a trip to Albany, New York, for the chance to play the reigning national champions.  But a 24-point performance from sophomore guard Kiki Rice punched the Bruins’ ticket and kept her squad’s title hopes alive for another day.  Backed by a second-half fight, No. Read more...

Photo: Sophomore guard Kiki Rice pulls up for a jumper as defenders guard her. Rice scored 24 points against the Bluejays, and 13 of them came in the third quarter alone. (Aidan Sun/Daily Bruin)




UCLA baseball defeats rival USC behind home run from Malakhi Knight

Malakhi Knight entered Westwood ready to patrol the outfield as the Bruins’ everyday center fielder. As a freshman and sophomore, the Marysville, Washington, local was given that chance – showcasing his rangy defense across the grass at Jackie Robinson Stadium. Read more...

Photo: Junior center fielder Malakhi Knight swings at Jackie Robinson Stadium. Knight’s home run was the game-winner against the Trojans. (Courtesy of Ross Turteltaub/UCLA Athletics)



UCLA women’s basketball conquers Cal Baptist despite Betts’ absence

This post was updated March 23 at 9:58 p.m. Dozens of students donning navy blue and white “CBU” jerseys packed into the seats behind the east end basket. Read more...

Photo: Sophomore forward Gabriela Jaquez keeps the ball as several Lancer defenders surround her. Jaquez contributed 19 points to the Bruins’ win in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. (Nicolas Greamo/Daily Bruin senior staff)