One of UCLA coach Kathy Olivier’s favorite athletes is boxing legend Muhammad Ali, who is renowned for his rope-a-dope strategy in the ring. So far this season, Olivier’s Bruins have adopted Ali’s formula on the hardwood, suckering in their opponents in the early stages of games only to later run right past them, even though Olivier would like to see her team fight from the opening whistle. Read more...

Above all else, UCLA coach Ben Howland values preparation, but this was one question for which even he was unprepared. Twice he was asked if UCLA’s stunning 95-86 victory over No. Read more...

When the buzzer let out its final ring at the end of double overtime, Pauley Pavilion let out a collective sigh of relief. It was no different for the team itself. Read more...

Undefeated. It’s a word that brings a smile to the face of UCLA coach Kathy Olivier, as her Bruins represent the lone team in the Pac-10 to have not yet suffered a conference loss. Read more...

Scheduled to travel to Arizona this weekend for the Arizona State University Invitational, the UCLA diving team has decided not to attend due to weather uncertainties. Read more...

Mired on the bench for the past few weeks, Ryan Hollins unexpectedly became the center of attention late in Thursday’s game. The junior center, who lost his starting power forward job last month, sparked UCLA’s second-half comeback against Washington State with, of all things, his toughness and his rebounding. Read more...

In a season in which the other perennial men’s volleyball powers are rebuilding, UCLA may have the best chance to take advantage. The Bruins, ranked No. Read more...