Hidden by the long shadow cast by All-American Dan Ames, three members of UCLA’s heralded throwing squad have quietly managed to make an impact. Heading into this weekend’s Pac-10 Championships, throwers Brian Ruziecki, Jake Knight and Jeremy Silverman have made their throwing core one of the deepest units for the Bruins. Read more...
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May 12, 9:00 pm
M. track: Throwing trio aims to leave a mark at Pac-10
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May 12, 9:00 pm
Softball: Softball’s “˜puzzle’ still being pieced
Throughout the season, UCLA softball coach Sue Enquist has tried to figure out how to best utilize the versatile players in her lineup. She has made adjustments all season long, including major changes before last Saturday’s game against Stanford. Read more...
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May 11, 9:00 pm
W. tennis: Eligibility issues no longer a concern
Sarah Gregg was like an innocent bystander deemed guilty by association. And the guilty turned out to be innocent. Last season, as the Bruins prepared for their Round of 16 match against Washington, the NCAA suspended all players who were natives of Great Britain. Read more...
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May 11, 9:00 pm
One for herself
Not long after returning from a second interview for the athletic director position at Emory University, Betsy Stephenson headed to the UCLA women’s basketball banquet. The associate athletic director wouldn’t miss it for the world. Read more...
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May 11, 9:00 pm
M. basketball: Basketball phenom strikes UCLA from consideration
Prep phenom Malik Hairston eliminated four schools ““ including UCLA ““ from his list Tuesday night but preserved the mystery of where he will attend college for at least one more day. Read more...
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May 11, 9:00 pm
Olympians’ courage to be tested in Athens
It’s a scary thing being an American these days. People hate Americans for reasons out of Americans’ personal control. They resent the toes this country has stepped on and its rise to prosperity. Read more...
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May 11, 9:00 pm
Baseball: Bruins’ decisive victory makes playoffs a possibility
If Tuesday’s game becomes a microcosm of the UCLA baseball team’s season, it’ll be pleased with the ending. After a sluggish offensive start, the Bruins piled on seven runs in their final three innings en route to an 8-2 win over Cal State Fullerton. Read more...