Playing Division I sports is a commitment. Donning national colors is an honor. Giving back to the community is a calling. From competing for UCLA women’s soccer to representing Team Mexico, junior forward America Frias and sophomore midfielder Val Vargas have made names for themselves on the field. Read more...
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Passing the torch is a natural part of sports, as new leaders step up to carry the team forward. And in 2025, it could be Cheridyn Leverette who propels the Bruins to new heights. Read more...
Photo: Junior outside hitter Cheridyn Leverette spikes a ball at the Galen Center. (Zimo Li/Photo editor)
This post was updated Dec. 4 at 10:48 p.m. The word “proud” often fails to suffice in the Bhaghani household. It feels a pound too light and a description too fragile to contain adequate weight. Read more...
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Pride for Los Angeles schools bubbles up when ownership of the Victory Bell sways in the balance and the Crosstown Cup lies on the horizon. And it will bubble until it boils over Saturday night. Read more...
This post was updated Nov. 1 at 11:23 a.m. To understand Constance Stricklin’s passion for the Bruins, look no further than the handmade quilt on her kitchen wall. Read more...
Photo: Constance Stricklin stands for the national anthem at the Sept. 28 UCLA football game against Oregon. The 28-year season ticket holder will celebrate her 91st birthday Sunday. (Courtesy of John Levulis)
This post was updated Oct. 24 at 10:46 p.m. Dalvík, Iceland, and Los Angeles are about 4,000 miles apart and have a nearly 3,820,000-person difference in population. Read more...
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Artistic swimming at UCLA has sought the Division I stage for three years now. UCLA’s historic artistic swimming medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics could be the catalyst for sending the program to the next level. Read more...
Photo: UCLA artistic swimming stands at the top of the podium at the 2024 USA Artistic Swimming Collegiate Championships. (Courtesy of UCLA Artistic Swimming)
