It’s not a team match, but it’s the first real indication that a title defense is nearly upon the UCLA men’s tennis team. Looking to work themselves into form before the season begins next Friday against San Diego, members of the national-champion team are taking to the road this weekend, participating in either the National Collegiate Tennis Classic in Indian Wells, Calif., or the Sherwood Collegiate Cup in Westlake Village, Calif. Read more...

Midfielder Patrick Ianni will forgo his senior season and enter his name in this year’s Major League SuperDraft, which will take place on Jan. 20. Ianni signed a “Generation adidas” contract but would not discuss the terms of his contract. Read more...

This weekend will be one of many challenges to come for the UCLA women’s tennis team as they travel to Nevada to compete in the Las Vegas Classic. Read more...

On Wednesday, UCLA athletic department officials confirmed that UCLA running backs’ coach Eric Bieniemy had been requested and was given permission to speak with the Minnesota Vikings regarding the Vikings’ open running backs’ coach position. Read more...

I’ve heard many Bruin fans this week question Maurice Drew’s decision to leave school early for the NFL Draft. I’ve heard many Trojan fans complain that LenDale White will be leaving school early for the pros, and Reggie Bush is sure to follow him. Read more...

Most people dread going to the dentist. But at his Tuesday press conference, UCLA coach Ben Howland acknowledged that there’s something out there that might have him preferring the sound of a drill and the annual reminder to floss. Read more...

Gazing over her team during a midweek practice at Pauley Pavilion, coach Kathy Olivier knows what some of her critics are saying. She hears the grumbling that her club, featuring three of the most talented players in the country, is wildly inconsistent and at times downright disappointing. Read more...