Tuesday, December 30

Claire-ification: Hope Solo’s comments not grounds for dismissal

The Olympics officially ended last Sunday, but the scandalous storylines that surfaced during the three-week-long Games are far from over. The U.S. Soccer Federation terminated Hope Solo’s contract Wednesday after comments the famed goalie made following the U.S.’s shockingly early quarterfinal exit. Read more...

Photo: Former US Women’s National team goalie Hope Solo has been under fire for her comments after losing to Sweden in the quarterfinals. (Creative Common by Anders Henrikson via Flickr)





Senior signoffs: Thrower Nick Scarvelis imparts wisdom, advice to fellow track mates

I am so excited for the new Under Armour deal UCLA just signed, the athletic gear we all get will be so cool. … But of course I won’t be getting any because I’m leaving. Read more...

Photo: Senior Nicholas Scarvelis ends a five-year run with UCLA track and field. The shot put and discus thrower looks back on his record-breaking career with humor. (Korbin Placet/Daily Bruin senior staff)


Senior signoffs: Danny McClintick owes resilience to challenges faced as Bruin athlete

With graduation approaching quickly, we as seniors can’t help but reflect on the past four years. Although for many this is the end of our journey at UCLA, we will be Bruins forever. Read more...

Photo: Senior Danny McClintick capped off his UCLA water polo career with two national championships. But the struggle his freshman and sophomore year tested his boundaries mentally and physically before molding him into a better person. (Michael Hull/Assistant Sports editor)


Tanner’s Take: It’s time the NCAA gives athletes the right to their own images

People get too caught up in the age-old debate about whether collegiate athletes should be paid or not. In reality, what we really should be discussing is whether these individuals have the rights to their own likenesses. Read more...

Photo: Freshman quarterback Josh Rosen’s response to UCLA’s new apparel deal with Under Armour rekindled debate over the rights of collegiate athletes. (Miriam Bribiesca/Assistant photo editor)



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