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High school baseball and softball: Saturday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 20:15:42 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Saturday's games.

The Times' top 25 high school baseball rankings

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

A look at the top 25 high school baseball teams in the Southland after the seventh week of the season.

Three keys for UCLA as it faces South Carolina for an NCAA national championship

Jack Vita — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 16:57:49 GMT

UCLA must set Lauren Betts up for success when the Bruins face off against South Carolina for an NCAA national championship Sunday in Phoenix.

Get ready for oohs and aahs at Arcadia Invitational with arrival of Olympian Quincy Wilson

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Loyola High duo of Zion Phelps and Ejam Yohannes look forward to performing at Arcadia Invitational.

Prep talk: Youth golfers to compete in Drive, Chip and Putt finals

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Four golfers from Southern California to compete at Augusta National Golf Club on Sunday in the Drive, Chip and Putt championships.

How Sports Illustrated is getting back in the game after scandal, layoffs

Stephen Battaglio — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

One of the most respected brand names in journalism is now generating revenue through streaming TV, branded events, ticket services, and international editions.

Coral Williams, Angelina Gonzales lead Norco to Michelle Carew Softball Classic win

Steve Galluzzo — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 06:29:12 GMT

Coral Williams yields just three hits over seven shutout innings and Angelina Gonzales hits two home runs in Norco's 7-0 win over Fullerton.

Galaxy's early-season struggles continue in frustrating loss to Minnesota

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 04:58:27 GMT

The Galaxy are booed by some of their fans after failing to capitalize on scoring chances in a 2-1 loss to Minnesota that extends their winless streak.

So Happy wins Santa Anita Derby but not before another horse is euthanized

Jay Posner — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 00:40:15 GMT

The 3-year-old colt trained by Mark Glatt gives his family some comfort after the death of his wife in February with a 2 3/4-length defeat of Potente.

UCLA players say Cori Close has evolved from motivator to championship leader

Marisa Ingemi — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 22:29:37 GMT

After years of learning and building UCLA's women's basketball program, Cori Close is ready to prove she belongs among the elite coaches in the sport.

Lakers' Austin Reaves out for rest of regular season with oblique strain

Broderick Turner — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 21:42:23 GMT

With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined the rest of the regular season, the ailing Lakers will be without their starting backcourt possibly into the playoffs.

Letters to Sports: Dodgers off to a roller-coaster start

Sat, 4 Apr 2026 17:00:12 GMT

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on the Dodgers, MVP candidates, UCLA basketball and more.

Candace Parker heads 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame class

Sat, 4 Apr 2026 16:31:58 GMT

Doc Rivers, Amar'e Stoudemire and Mike D'Antoni will join Parker, Ellena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U.S. Olympic women's basketball team for enshrinement.

UCLA fans gather in Arizona to proudly cheer on Final Four Bruins they admire

Jack Vita — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 16:22:33 GMT

UCLA alumni said the team's values and a desire to support women's sports inspired them to travel to Arizona to cheer on the Bruins during the Final Four.

Plaschke: UCLA defies expectations with a TKO of Texas and isn't backing down from title fight

Bill Plaschke — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 11:30:31 GMT

UCLA was not viewed as the toughest team at the Final Four, but the Bruins proved they can win a prize fight with a bruising victory over Texas.

Prep talk: Cleveland baseball team is surging with nine-game winning streak

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Joshua Pearlstein has been leading the way for the Cavaliers with his hitting and pitching.

Swanson: Becoming the next South Carolina was always UCLA's goal. Now it must beat its inspiration

Mirjam Swanson — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

South Carolina's success first inspired UCLA four years ago. Now the Bruins will try to beat Dawn Staley's program for the NCAA women's basketball title.

Shaikin: For Angels fans, new team ownership — and winning — are what they'd like to see most

Bill Shaikin — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Angels fans attending the team's home opener were hopeful they would see two things from the franchise in 2026: A winning team and Arte Moreno selling it.

How a $500 bid to become 'horse parents' led to a Kentucky Derby contender

Jay Posner — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Michele Arthur and Ruben Islas are hoping to see their horse Intrepido win in the Santa Anita Stakes and qualify for the 2026 Kentucky Derby.

No. 1 UCLA baseball pulls away from No. 12 USC in highly anticipated showdown

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 06:07:55 GMT

UCLA and USC were locked in a tight contest for seven innings Friday before the Bruins lit up the Trojans en route to a 12-4 win at Jackie Robinson Field.

Angels muster only one hit over 10-inning loss to Seattle in home opener

Anthony Solorzano — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 05:21:52 GMT

The Seattle Mariners ruin the Angels' home opener, holding them to just one hit over 10 innings in a 3-1 victory.

UCLA defeats Texas to set up national title showdown with South Carolina

Marisa Ingemi — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 04:00:30 GMT

The UCLA women's basketball team defeats Texas behind a stellar defensive effort to advance to the NCAA national championship game against South Carolina.

High school baseball and softball: Friday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 03:23:49 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Friday's games.

How viral videos sparked a women's NCAA tournament revolution

Marisa Ingemi — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 23:22:12 GMT

Oregon player Sedona Prince's videos chronicling the inequity between men's and women's NCAA tournament bubbles continues to have a massive impact.

Intensity level crescendoes for No. 1 Orange Lutheran vs. No. 2 St. John Bosco baseball series

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 21:04:01 GMT

The Braves take two of three games from the Lancers in a Trinity League series between the baseball powers.

Luka Doncic's hamstring strain will keep him out for remainder of the regular season

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 14:08:30 GMT

How will Luka Doncic's injury impact the Lakers over the remainder of the regular season? There's only five games left before the NBA playoffs.

Prep talk: LA84 Foundation continues to be champion for youth sports

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT

LA84 Foundation hosts Play Equity Summit while trying to increase access to youth sports in the Southland.

It's 'all or nothing' for UCLA seniors chasing NCAA women's basketball title

Marisa Ingemi — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The UCLA women's basketball team faced a grueling path reaching back-to-back Final Fours. Now the Bruins are trying to win before their seniors graduate.

High school baseball and softball: Thursday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 04:53:06 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Thursday's games.

Lakers star Luka Doncic suffers hamstring injury in reality-check loss to Thunder

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 03:39:05 GMT

Luka Doncic pulled up in the midrange and grabbed his left leg before eventually walking off the court under his own power in a 139-96 loss to the Thunder.

Prep sports roundup: Brady Murrietta leads Orange Lutheran past rival St. John Bosco

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 02:21:48 GMT

Brady Murrieta hits a two-run home run in Orange Lutheran's 5-4 win over St. John Bosco.

UCLA coach Bob Chesney grades Bruins on effort not perfection as spring football opens

Anthony Solorzano — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 22:58:25 GMT

UCLA coach Bob Chesney led the Bruins through his first spring football workouts on Thursday, bringing his John Wooden and Ted Lasso style life lessons.

Former Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer slated as opening day starter for Long Island Ducks

Chuck Schilken — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 22:37:46 GMT

Former Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer, who hasn't landed an MLB job since serving a 194-game suspension, has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League.

Rapper J. Cole signs with Chinese basketball team, his third stint as a professional hoopster

Chuck Schilken — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 19:28:27 GMT

Grammy-winning rapper J. Cole, a longtime basketball fanatic, has signed to play for the Nanjing Monkey Kings in the Chinese Basketball Assn. The hip-hop star has played professionally overseas twice before.

Rams weigh future with Puka Nacua amid rehab, legal trouble

Los Angeles Times staff — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 18:22:55 GMT

Everything you need to know about Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, who is in rehab in the wake of being accused of biting a woman on New Year's Eve.

Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen welcome a baby girl: 'Savouring these early moments'

Alexandra Del Rosario — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 18:09:04 GMT

'Sinners' star Hailee Steinfeld announced Thursday she and her husband, NFL pro Josh Allen, welcomed their first child together. 'Our baby girl has arrived,' she writes on Substack.

Prep talk: Jessie Christensen is the MacGyver of St. John Bosco football

Eric Sondheimer — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Director of football operations since 2013 handles numerous issues that come up and need to be fixed.

UCLA gymnasts say remaining calm, confident key to their push for a national title

Anthony Solorzano — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The UCLA gymnastics team has worked through adversity to win Big Ten titles. The Bruins will rely on that experience during NCAA regionals.

As beloved Valley Ice Center faces demolition, hockey families fight to save it

Cierra Morgan — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Hockey families are petitioning to stop the demolition of part of the L.A. Kings Valley Ice Center. 'It's where they've grown up,' one mom said of her kids. 'It's their community.'

Prep sports roundup: No. 2 St. John Bosco beats No. 1 Orange Lutheran in pitchers' duel

Eric Sondheimer — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 04:50:50 GMT

St. John Bosco baseball scores two runs in the seventh inning on a bases-loaded wild pitch to defeat Orange Lutheran 3-1.

High school baseball and softball: Wednesday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 04:04:23 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Wednesday's games.

Dodgers confident their bats will come alive soon despite series loss to Guardians

Mirjam Swanson — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 03:08:46 GMT

It's very early in the season, but the Dodgers' star-studded lineup is struggling at the plate, with the latest example coming in a 4-1 loss to Cleveland.

Rams star receiver Puka Nacua in rehab after multiple off-field incidents

Gary Klein — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 00:54:24 GMT

Rams star Puka Nacua has voluntarily checked himself into a rehabilitation facility amid allegations in a civil lawsuit that he bit a woman on New Year's Eve.

C.B. Bucknor's week gets worse: Umpire leaves game with injury days after ABS and replay reversed his calls

Steve Henson — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 20:58:45 GMT

Veteran umpire C.B. Bucknor's nightmare week continued when he left a game after a foul tip hit him in the face mask. He had calls reversed by ABS and replay in recent games.

One of NFL's first female officials alleges gender discrimination, harassment in lawsuit

Chuck Schilken — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 20:38:07 GMT

Robin DeLorenzo, one of the first female NFL officials, is suing the league for gender discrimination, harassment and retaliation after being fired during the 2025 offseason.

Tiger Woods pleads not guilty to DUI, says he will 'seek treatment and focus on my health'

Steve Henson — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 15:32:59 GMT

Tiger Woods pleaded not guilty to charges of suspicion of DUI with property damage and refusal to submit to a urinalysis stemming from a rollover crash in Florida.

Prep talk: Finley Suppan rises as a sophomore pitcher for Chaminade

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Daughter of former MLB pitcher Jeff Suppan has helped Chaminade's rise in softball

After a sizzling March, Lakers face a big playoff test against equally hot Oklahoma City

Broderick Turner — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Lakers and Thunder were two of the NBA's hottest teams in March. When they face off, L.A. will get a chance to prove it is ready for the playoffs.

Air Force discovers another diamond gem in Malakye Matsumoto of Sherman Oaks Notre Dame

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 07:45:00 GMT

Malakye Matsumoto is 6 feet 5 and developing fast like the last SoCal Air Force prospect, Paul Skenes

Luka Doncic matches Michael Jordan for the most magical March in NBA history

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 05:02:48 GMT

Luka Doncic finishes with 42 points and becomes the third-youngest player in NBA history to reach 15,000 career points in the Lakers' 127-113 win over Cleveland.

High school baseball and softball: Tuesday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 03:17:00 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Tuesday's game.

UCLA confident it can turn last year's hard lessons into Final Four success

Anthony Solorzano — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 01:00:44 GMT

Despite its last two losses coming against UConn and Texas, a senior-loaded UCLA squad is confident things will go differently this year in the Final Four.

Prep sports roundup: No. 2 St. John Bosco holds off No. 1 Orange Lutheran in baseball showdown

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 00:43:06 GMT

The Braves win the Trinity League showdown Tuesday while Harvard-Westlake's Justin Kirchner throws no-hitter vs. Loyola with 13 strikeouts in Mission League play.

Northern California horse racing suffers final blow as Golden Gate Fields is sold

John Cherwa — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:16:05 GMT

Any faint hopes of reviving horse racing in Northern California were crushed with the sale of Golden Gate Fields, which will be converted into a park.

Avoiding another 'Fail Mary': Inside the tense NFL vs. referees labor dispute

Sam Farmer — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:31:26 GMT

The NFL is taking proactive steps to limit the possibility of a work stoppage involving the referees' union, but could the league's plans backfire?

Jaden Ivey waived by Bulls for 'conduct detrimental to the team.' Here's how we got here

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:06:27 GMT

Former Bulls guard Jaden Ivey has been posting lengthy videos in which he speaks about his religious beliefs. He was cut by Chicago shortly after he made anti-LGBTQ+ comments in one.

Lamar Odom's past is a 'cesspool of trauma,' he says: 'I don't know what made me relevant now'

Christie D'Zurilla — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:48:24 GMT

It seems like Lamar Odom was in no hurry to revisit the 'cesspool of trauma' that crystallized with his overdose at the Love Ranch in Nevada — but apparently, Netflix was.

Tiger Woods failed a sobriety test and possessed hydrocodone pills, affidavit says

Steve Henson — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:35:22 GMT

Tiger Woods failed field sobriety tests, had bloodshot eyes and two hydrocodone pills in his pants pocket, according to the arrest affidavit after his car crash last week.

Westlake High athletes formed 'Make Great Plays' to help elementary school students believe

Steve Henson — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:57:21 GMT

'Make Great Plays' is a group of Westlake High athletes who give elementary school students a chance to dream, excel and believe they can achieve anything.

Dodgers' $68.99 Shohei Ohtani soda cup comes with sticker shock on the side. It might still be a deal

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:42:46 GMT

The Dodgers are selling Shohei Ohtani souvenir cups for $68.99. That may seem like a lot, but they do come with free refills all season — and there is already a lucrative resale market.

Lucky or good, John Thorrington keeps LAFC striving for best results

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The general manager and co-president has a new coach and a team off to a 4-0-1 start in MLS play with a record five consecutive shutouts.

Prep talk: Verdugo Hills point guard creates nonprofit to empower fellow Armenian students

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Verdugo Hills' Alexander Kasumyan is trying to help Armenian students network better and reach dreams, starting NAYI (Network of Young Innovators).

High school baseball and softball: Monday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:16:33 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Monday's games.

LeBron James achieves his 125th career triple-double in Lakers' win over Wizards

Broderick Turner — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:39:02 GMT

LeBron James finishes with a triple-double as the Lakers overcome Luka Doncic's suspension to defeat Washington 120-101 for their 15th win in last 17 games.

Five concerns UCLA must address before facing Texas in the Final Four

Marisa Ingemi — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 02:20:01 GMT

UCLA has shown a few flaws during its run to the Final Four of the NCAA tournament that the Bruins must address before taking on surging Texas.

Prep sports roundup: Sherman Oaks Notre Dame wins opener at National Classic

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:40:04 GMT

Benett Pace homers for Sherman Oaks Notre Dame in a 7-4 win over Corona Santiago during the first day of the National Classic.

Joey Browner, star defensive back for USC and Vikings, dies at 65

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:47:42 GMT

Joey Browner, a defensive back who was named USC's team MVP in 1982, has died at age 65. He was an inductee to the Minnesota Vikings' Ring of Honor and named to the NFL 1980s all-decade team.

Sean McVay hoping Puka Nacua will 'learn and grow' after off-field incidents

Gary Klein — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:16:43 GMT

Sean McVay hopes Puka Nacua will "learn and grow" in the wake of a woman filing a lawsuit against the wide receiver as the Rams consider a contract extension.

L.A. 2028 Olympic tickets go on sale this week. Here's everything you need to know

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Los Angeles Summer Olympic Games are still more than two years away, but the window for purchasing tickets officially opens this week.

New York City Marathon winner Albert Korir banned 5 years for doping

Steve Henson — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:24:45 GMT

Kenyan distance runner Albert Korir, long a fixture at the New York Marathon, has admitted to doping after testing positive for a blood-boosting substance.

Prep talk: Local players reach the Final Four in NCAA men's and women's basketball

Eric Sondheimer — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Brayden Burries and Gabriela Jaquez were once high school basketball stars in Southern California before reaching the Final Four.

Walker Buehler seeks return to form as he begins season in Padres' starting rotation

Jack Vita — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The San Diego Padres signed Walker Buehler to a minor league deal in February. He broke camp this month as the team's No. 4 starter.

Swanson: UCLA women prove they're tough enough to handle any Final Four test

Mirjam Swanson — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:44:19 GMT

With their comeback victory over Duke, No. 1 UCLA shows they are fully capable of passing the toughest tests blocking their national championship ambitions.

UCLA women battle through adversity to defeat Duke and reach the Final Four again

Marisa Ingemi — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:36:17 GMT

Lauren Betts finishes with 23 points as No. 1 UCLA surges in the second half to defeat No. 3 Duke 70-58 and advance to the Final Four of the NCAA tournament.

Lakers hope two-day 'reset' will refresh them for final stretch of the season

Broderick Turner — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:18:34 GMT

Luka Doncic won't play for the Lakers against the Wizards on Monday night because of a one-game suspension he received for his 16th technical foul.

The Times' top 25 high school baseball rankings

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Orange Lutheran is the new No. 1 high school baseball team in Southern California.

Monroe High ace Miguel Gonzalez preparing for future as a father

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 14:14:43 GMT

The senior pitcher, who is 5-0 with a 0.69 ERA, has been balancing school, work, baseball and pending parenthood this season.

Prep talk: Olympian Quincy Wilson scheduled to compete at Arcadia Invitational

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The Olympic gold medalist sprinter is expected to deliver star power at next month's Arcadia Invitational, along with hurdler Natalie Dumas.

High school baseball and softball: Saturday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:33:02 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Saturday's games.

Kings open critical homestand with loss to Utah that rattles their playoff hopes

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:04:17 GMT

The Kings are running out of time to secure the final wild-card playoff spot in the West, and their 6-2 loss to the Utah Mammoth doesn't help their cause.

How Charlisse Leger-Walker and Gianna Kneepkens have elevated UCLA into title contenders

Marisa Ingemi — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 02:03:50 GMT

The UCLA women's basketball team made the Final Four last season, but the arrival of Charlisse Leger-Walker and Gianna Kneepkens transformed the Bruins.

Prep sports: Orange Lutheran wins national baseball tournament championship in North Carolina

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:36:55 GMT

Lancers are returning home with the National High School Invitational trophy by beating defending champion Venice (Fla.) on Saturday.

Luka Doncic will serve one-game suspension for techs on Monday

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 22:27:32 GMT

The Lakers superstar, who picked up his 16th technical foul on Friday in a win over the Nets, will miss the game against the Wizards on Monday night.

Ilia Malinin bounces back from Olympic nightmare to win third straight world figure skating title

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:30:01 GMT

The "quad god" reels off one huge jump after another, and a backflip for good measure, to retain his world championship title for the third year running.

Swanson: Bronny James has proven he deserves to be a Laker — with or without LeBron

Mirjam Swanson — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 15:42:37 GMT

Bronny James has shown his value to the Lakers at an important time, confirming he isn't on the roster solely to appease his father, LeBron James.

Prep talk: It's an NIL battle for hair products

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Pitchers Chris Woodson of Corona and Striker Pence of Corona Santiago believe in long hair. It might pay off.

Letters to Sports: Bill Plaschke's Dodgers prediction is a winner to some

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Readers of the L.A. Times Sports section give their thoughts on the Dodgers and Bill Plaschke's prediction they won't win another World Series (hint, they like it).

High school baseball and softball: Friday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:16:46 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Friday's games.

Lakers beat Nets, but Luka Doncic is facing suspension again after 16th technical

Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Broderick Turner — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:45:44 GMT

Only a week after Luka Doncic's 16th technical foul was rescinded by the NBA, the Lakers superstar picked up another one in a win over the Brooklyn Nets.

UCLA women surge in second half to defeat Minnesota and advance to Elite Eight

Marisa Ingemi — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 01:48:56 GMT

Kiki Rice finishes with 21 points and Lauren Betts scores 16 points as UCLA overcomes a shaky first half to defeat Minnesota 80-56 and reach the Elite Eight.