UCLA coach Bob Chesney brings pizza to fraternity houses on campus
UCLA Football Coach Connects with Students Through Pizza Who doesn’t like free pizza, right? It was definitely a hit among students. Bob Chesney, the new head coach for UCLA football, made a notable impression on Monday by visiting five of the largest fraternities at UCLA, bringing along tasty snacks. Along with three of his players—top […]
Bob Chesney from UCLA hosts a workshop for high school football coaches
UCLA Football Coach Engages with Local High School Coaches In the early days of his tenure, UCLA football head coach Bob Chesney made it a point to visit numerous high school coaches, aiming to familiarize himself with the Southern California area. This past Friday, around 180 coaches, including 30 head coaches, visited UCLA for an […]
UCLA football coach Bob Chesney consistently evaluates players’ progress
UCLA Football Under Bob Chesney New UCLA football coach Bob Chesney is raising the bar for his team. Players are expected to consistently perform at their best, though, well, that’s the aim. At practice, almost every detail is scrutinized. Player expressions? Those are pretty much the only things not graded. This attention to detail extends […]
Receiver Landon Ellis excited to join Bob Chesney at UCLA
Landon Ellis described his decision to transfer as pretty straightforward. After one year under Bob Chesney at James Madison University, the wide receiver was keen to follow his coach to UCLA. “Why would I want to go anywhere else?” he remarked after practice on Thursday. “I know the staff’s capabilities, and it brings me so […]
Nico Iamaleava and Bob Chesney from UCLA might make a successful pair.
After a challenging first season at UCLA, Niko Iamareava found himself at a crossroads. The star quarterback had some big questions to answer: Should he make a leap to the NFL? Start fresh at a different school? Or stay with the Bruins even as the team navigates a coaching transition? A conversation with coach Bob […]
New UCLA football coach Bob Chesney holds on to familiar principles
If Bob Chesney’s previous coaching career isn’t familiar to you, that’s okay. No need to focus on the Roman numeral designations of NCAA divisions. And don’t worry if the team names, such as Greyhounds, Crusaders, and Dukes, don’t compare to iconic ones like the Fighting Irish or Buckeyes. What truly counts is the fundamental belief […]
Bob Chesney establishes the mood on the first day
The first sound that caught my attention was music. It echoed across Spalding Field, reverberating through the air like an alert. Kendrick Lamar’s “Squabble Up” resonated throughout Westwood, setting the stage for a program eager for a fresh start. Thursday marked more than just the kickoff of spring practice for UCLA Bruins football; it represented […]
Bob Chesney was introduced at the Bruins-Hoosiers basketball game
Bob Chesney’s First Appearance at UCLA Before even saying a word, Bob Chesney made an impression. As the newly appointed UCLA football coach stepped onto the court during a timeout at the Bruins’ basketball game against Indiana, the audience at Pauley Pavilion erupted in applause and cheers. The excitement was palpable. “I want everyone to […]
UCLA football’s Bob Chesney contract information disclosed
Bob Chesney appears to be a promising choice for UCLA’s struggling football team. Latest reports suggest that the new head coach has secured a five-year contract worth $33.75 million, translating to an average of $6.75 million per year. Interestingly, this salary doesn’t place him among the top 35 highest-paid coaches in college football. If the […]
Bob Chesney strengthens UCLA’s team with transfer players
Bob Chesney didn’t need anyone to point out what UCLA’s football team needed from the transfer portal. Offensive linemen, defensive linemen, a wide receiver, a tight end, linebackers, defensive backs, even a running back and a backup quarterback. It’s like he was making a shopping list for a grocery run. For the Bruins, the effort […]