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 […]
Marques Johnson reflects on his first win of the Wooden Award at UCLA
Marques Johnson Reflects on Historic Award Win Nearly fifty years later, Marques Johnson reminisced about being the inaugural recipient of the award named after the iconic coach, John Wooden. Arriving at the LA Athletic Club, Johnson was accompanied by Wooden as well as his parents. “We all dressed up in tuxedos and had a blast,” […]
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 […]
UCLA women’s basketball team rejoices with supporters
UCLA Women’s Basketball Celebrates NCAA Championship The atmosphere in Pauley Pavilion was electric, filled with excitement and pride as UCLA’s women’s basketball team celebrated their first NCAA Championship victory. Just three days after their triumphant win, players and coaches gathered with around 5,000 fans in their home arena. They were formally introduced, confetti filled the […]
Jimmy Kimmel presents a fake trophy to the UCLA women’s basketball champions to give to Trump
UCLA Women’s Basketball Team Faces Political Commentary on Kimmel Show The national champion women’s basketball team from UCLA found themselves in a unique political spotlight during a recent appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” Kimmel hosted players Lauren Betts, Kiki Rice, Gabriela Jaquez, Angela Dugalich, along with coach Cori Close for a group interview on Tuesday. […]
Lauren Betts from UCLA shares her excitement after meeting LeBron James.
UCLA’s Lauren Betts Reacts to Meeting LeBron James Even national champions have their standout moments. In a recent video that surfaced online, Lauren Betts, the center for the UCLA women’s basketball team, was caught having an emotional reaction after crossing paths with LeBron James on Tuesday night. Betts, who just celebrated her team’s victory over […]
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 […]