Basketball in Los Angeles has a storied legacy to say the least. When you think of hoops in L.A., undoubtedly, two things come to mind: Lakers and UCLA. Read more...
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October 14, 2:47 am
Brantley Watson: Coach Wooden’s influence reached the Lakers through general manager Mitch Kupchack
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October 13, 1:17 am
Strong Side: Yell crews stifle spontaneity
Last weekend, I was fortunate enough (or unfortunate enough, if you're a UCLA fan) to attend the UCLA football team's 35-7 drubbing at the hands of the California Golden Bears. Read more...
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Members of The Den cheer during UCLA’s 42-28 win over Washington State on Oct. 2. The Bruins have three more home games this season.
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October 11, 1:16 am
Extra Points: Football team’s uneven performances remain baffling
I'm not sure if there is a record for consecutive head-shakes (not to be confused with head-nods) in the Guinness World Records, but please, someone, put me up for consideration. As a matter of fact, my head is still shaking. Read more...
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Redshirt sophomore running back Johnathan Franklin gets taken down by a slew of Cal defenders. Franklin had 13 carries for 54 yards in the Bruins’ 35-7 loss to the Bears in Berkeley Saturday.
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October 4, 1:48 am
Extra Points: Finally, a full team effort by Bruins
After speaking with several UCLA fans and colleagues before Saturday's game against Washington State, I almost fell into the forbidden trap of overlooking an opponent. Read more...
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September 27, 2:05 am
Extra Points: Longhorns stampeded by rushing Bruins in Texas
There was a long list of words, acronyms and hyphenated phrases that came to my mind after watching UCLA upset Texas on Saturday afternoon. Ironic. Read more...
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Redshirt sophomore quarterback Kevin Prince hands the ball off to redshirt sophomore running back Jonathan Franklin. The pair combined for 168 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
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September 23, 1:38 am
Extra Points: Underdog Bruins could use another Lone Star win
There are two ways to look at the Bruins' win over then-No. Read more...
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Redshirt junior linebacker Akeem Ayers makes a tackle against Kansas State. Ayers, the star of UCLA’s front seven, will lead the team in Big 12 territory once again, this time to take on the No. 7 Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal ““ Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday.
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September 19, 1:28 am
Brantley Watson: Recruit can run a flashy game
Let's talk about some happenings off the field for once.
We've already talked enough about what's been happening on the field.
Sept. Read more...