Thursday, July 30

Bruins squeak by the Cougars

Perfect, phenomenal and unbelievable was how UCLA coach Ben Howland described the Bruins’ defense in the first half. It was the best defense he’s seen all year, he admitted. Read more...


Gearing up for a title defense

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...



Coach approached by NFL team

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...




Women’s basketball fights to steady its season

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...