PALO ALTO ““ Don’t blame the defense. Even though UCLA didn’t get the win Thursday night, the Bruin defense finally clicked, recording its best performance of the season. Read more...

This weekend, the UCLA women’s basketball team will be put to a test it cannot afford to fail. After losing to No. 19 Arizona last Saturday, the Bruins (11-5 overall, 6-1 Pac-10) have fallen from their undefeated throne in the Pac-10. Read more...

To win a set in tennis, one break might be all you need. Against Long Beach State yesterday, all six Bruin starters broke their opponents’ serves on their first opportunities, helping them win their first dual match of the season 7-0. Read more...

PALO ALTO ““ For 39 minutes and 54 seconds, the Bruins looked right into the eyes of the fates and gritted their teeth. They wrestled for rebounds. Read more...

Don’t dare utter the phrase “rebuilding year” around the pre-season No. 7 UCLA women’s tennis team. Never mind the fact that three of their top six players, including All-American Megan Bradley, are no longer with the team. Read more...

I would like to posit the theory that you can tell the quality of a collegiate basketball team by the quality of its media guide. Stanford has a stellar media guide out this season, which has propelled the Cardinal to a 12-5 overall record, and a 3-2 Pac-10 mark that is ahead of expectations. Read more...

Finally, the Bruins can get away from a frustrating, hostile environment where they can’t seem to win. At last, UCLA can escape the booing, leave the angry fans, and go to a place that feels like home. Read more...