Most recruits enter their college tennis careers with extensive hard-court competition under their belts. Gianluca Ballotta didn’t fit that mold. While UCLA men’s tennis’ rising sophomore has played high-level tennis for years, the 19-year-old Peruvian did so almost exclusively on clay. Read more...
Photo: Rising sophomore Gianluca Ballotta hits a forehand. (Brandon Morquecho/Assistant Photo editor)
This post was updated July 9 at 10:35 p.m. UCLA baseball has seen multiple players selected in the MLB Draft every year since 2005, and the 2023 edition is primed to be no different. Read more...
Photo: Jackie Robinson Stadium, the home of UCLA baseball, is pictured. (Joseph Jimenez/Photo editor)
This post was updated July 10 at 10:10 p.m. As UCLA Athletics takes a break for the summer, professional sports are still in full swing, with many Bruin alumni representing. Read more...
Photo: Shortstop Matt McLain looks at the dugout while preparing for an at bat. McLain was called up by the Cincinnati Reds in May and has impressed in his rookie campaign. (David Rimer/Daily Bruin senior staff)
The highest honors at tennis’s most storied tournament have eluded former Bruins for nearly a decade. This year, a cast of five seeks grass glory, and the last one from the school to win it all will be among them. Read more...
Photo: Mackenzie McDonald swings and hits a forehand return. McDonald played for UCLA men’s tennis from 2013-2016. (Daily Bruin file photo)
Select Bruins from past and present are showcasing their talents on the international stage The 2023 FIVB Volleyball Men’s Nations League kicked off on June 6, with competition underway at stadiums across Europe, Asia and North America. Read more...
Photo: UCLA men’s volleyball alum, outside hitter Garrett Muagututia (right), joins in a huddle with members of the U.S. squad. After an undefeated week two of play, the Americans stand 7-1 in the tournament. (Courtesy of USA Volleyball)
This post was updated July 2 at 7:06 p.m. Emma Malabuyo is admittedly still learning to speak Filipino. UCLA gymnastics’ rising junior said she relies upon family members and her new teammates to help her learn new words and phrases. Read more...
Photo: Rising junior Emma Malabuyo dances during her floor routine at Pauley Pavilion. Malabuyo earned a silver medal on floor at the Asian Championships in Singapore. (Megan Cai/Daily Bruin senior staff)
This post was updated July 9 at 10:28 p.m. The Bruins have picked up their first commitment for the class of 2024. Centennial High School shooting guard Eric Freeny has committed to UCLA men’s basketball, according to On3’s Joe Tipton. Read more...
Photo: Coach Mick Cronin walks along the court. Cronin picked up his first class of 2024 commitment Saturday when Centennial High School guard Eric Freeny announced his decision to join UCLA men’s basketball. (Joseph Jimenez/Photo editor)
