Basketball in Los Angeles has a storied legacy to say the least. When you think of hoops in L.A., undoubtedly, two things come to mind: Lakers and UCLA. Read more...
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October 14, 2:47 am
Brantley Watson: Coach Wooden’s influence reached the Lakers through general manager Mitch Kupchack
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October 13, 1:17 am
Strong Side: Yell crews stifle spontaneity
Last weekend, I was fortunate enough (or unfortunate enough, if you're a UCLA fan) to attend the UCLA football team's 35-7 drubbing at the hands of the California Golden Bears. Read more...
Members of The Den cheer during UCLA’s 42-28 win over Washington State on Oct. 2. The Bruins have three more home games this season.
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October 11, 1:16 am
Extra Points: Football team’s uneven performances remain baffling
I'm not sure if there is a record for consecutive head-shakes (not to be confused with head-nods) in the Guinness World Records, but please, someone, put me up for consideration. As a matter of fact, my head is still shaking. Read more...
Redshirt sophomore running back Johnathan Franklin gets taken down by a slew of Cal defenders. Franklin had 13 carries for 54 yards in the Bruins’ 35-7 loss to the Bears in Berkeley Saturday.
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October 4, 1:48 am
Extra Points: Finally, a full team effort by Bruins
After speaking with several UCLA fans and colleagues before Saturday's game against Washington State, I almost fell into the forbidden trap of overlooking an opponent. Read more...
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September 27, 2:05 am
Extra Points: Longhorns stampeded by rushing Bruins in Texas
There was a long list of words, acronyms and hyphenated phrases that came to my mind after watching UCLA upset Texas on Saturday afternoon. Ironic. Read more...
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Kevin Prince hands the ball off to redshirt sophomore running back Jonathan Franklin. The pair combined for 168 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
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September 23, 1:38 am
Extra Points: Underdog Bruins could use another Lone Star win
There are two ways to look at the Bruins' win over then-No. Read more...
Redshirt junior linebacker Akeem Ayers makes a tackle against Kansas State. Ayers, the star of UCLA’s front seven, will lead the team in Big 12 territory once again, this time to take on the No. 7 Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal ““ Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday.
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September 19, 1:28 am
Brantley Watson: Recruit can run a flashy game
Let's talk about some happenings off the field for once.
We've already talked enough about what's been happening on the field.
Sept. Read more...