UCLA women’s basketball team recognized at Thunder and Lakers game
Bruins Celebrated After Championship Win During the first quarter of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 123-87 win against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena, the spotlight shifted. The UCLA Bruins women’s basketball team made a memorable appearance, holding more than just a trophy—they held a piece of history. Just two nights earlier, they had secured […]
UCLA women’s basketball needs to rebuild its team after the championship.
Winning championships certainly makes rebuilding a roster easier. That’s how UCLA women’s basketball coach Cori Close felt shortly before the transfer portal opened on Monday, following her team’s first NCAA title victory. After the championship win, she mentioned to her mom, “The transfer portal just got easier.” It’s a crucial moment as she’s anticipating five […]
UCLA women’s basketball receives a warm reception upon returning to campus
UCLA Women’s Basketball Team Celebrated After Championship Win After the UCLA women’s basketball team clinched the national championship, they were warmly welcomed back by enthusiastic fans at their campus in Westwood. Returning from their victory against South Carolina in the NCAA Tournament final, the Bruins received a hero’s reception as their bus pulled into Pauley […]
UCLA wins against South Carolina, 79-51, to secure their first women’s basketball championship
UCLA Bruins Capture First Women’s Basketball National Championship In a historic moment, the UCLA Bruins have secured their first national championship in women’s basketball. They achieved this milestone by decisively defeating the South Carolina Gamecocks, last season’s champions, with a score of 79-51. The game marked the Bruins’ third consecutive appearance in the national title […]
UCLA women’s basketball transformed from a lesser-known team to national champions through a remarkable collective effort.
UCLA Wins Historic National Championship PHOENIX — With just under four minutes left in the 2026 NCAA Women’s National Championship Game, UCLA’s Lauren Betts and Kiki Rice exited the game, heading for a heartfelt hug with head coach Cori Close. Moments later, senior Gabriela Jacks drained a 3-pointer, extending the Bruins’ lead to 79-45. As […]
Jaime Jaquez watches UCLA play South Carolina in the national championship.
Jaime Jaquez Jr. Celebrates Family and Basketball PHOENIX – After scoring 32 points against the Washington Wizards, Jaime Jaquez Jr. hopped on an American Airlines flight to catch his sister compete in the NCAA Championship Game. It was a thrilling 24 hours for Jaquez, who stepped into the Mortgage Matchup Center on Sunday afternoon, donning […]
South Carolina vs. UCLA: Overview and forecast for the 2026 NCAA women’s national championship game
NCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship Game Announcement PHOENIX — The upcoming NCAA women’s basketball national championship will feature South Carolina and UCLA battling for the title and bragging rights. The game is scheduled to tip off at 3:30 PM ET and will be aired live on ABC. In a recent semifinal match, the University of […]
Five key points to consider in the UCLA versus South Carolina championship game
PHOENIX – The UCLA women’s basketball team has gone from being fans of models to becoming one themselves. This transition was greatly influenced by the University of South Carolina. To uplift their game, the Bruins have been scheduling matches against the Gamecocks for years. Coach Cori Close viewed Dawn Staley’s championship-winning program as a benchmark […]
UCLA welcomes back important guard as Trent Perry reveals he’s coming back.
Trent Perry has weighed in with a strong defense of Mick Cronin after rumors circulated about coaches’ reluctance to join his program due to his demanding style. “I’m Buck Cook,” he tweeted recently. Perry’s decision to return means Cronin has successfully kept all five of his scholarship players eligible for next season, and he could […]
UCLA women employed mental training to advance to the championship game
UCLA’s Mental Conditioning Ahead of NCAA Championship Game PHOENIX – Kiki Rice harnesses more than just basketball skills. Her mental reset routine is just as critical as any athletic move, helping her focus and regain composure during intense moments. In the Women’s Final Four on Friday, the Bruins frequently reminded each other to reset, especially […]