L.A. Times - UCLA Bruins

UCLA women embrace new players, tougher standards in bid to repeat as champs

Joaquin Ruiz — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 23:19:45 GMT

Fresh off its first NCAA title, the UCLA women's basketball team leans into "championship process" over repeat pressure amid a revamped roster.

'I want to have fun with it.' Katelyn Ohashi chasing joyful L.A. Olympic dream at 29

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Former UCLA viral gymnastics sensation Katelyn Ohashi is having fun in her comeback to the sport as she pursues her dream to compete at the 2028 L.A. Olympics.

UCLA basketball lands highly touted Serbian small forward Nikola Kusturica

Steve Galluzzo — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 20:10:47 GMT

UCLA coach Mick Cronin fended off Michigan, Kentucky and Gonzaga to land elite Serbian basketball prospect Nikola Kusturica.

Former viral UCLA star Katelyn Ohashi returns to gymnastics at age 29

Chuck Schilken — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:18:30 GMT

Former UCLA gymnast Katelyn Ohashi, whose joyful floor routines drew hundreds of millions of views and multiple ESPYs, has announced her return to elite gymnastics.

Swanson: She broke baseball's glass ceiling. Now Kim Ng is taking softball to the next level

Mirjam Swanson — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 15:30:05 GMT

Kim Ng, former Dodgers executive and MLB's first female general manager, is now commissioner of Athletes Unlimited Softball League.

UCLA softball coaches Kelly Inouye-Perez and Lisa Fernandez inspire nation's top offense

Liana Handler — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 04:32:00 GMT

After winning national titles as players and coaches, coaches Kelly Inouye-Perez and Lisa Fernandez help UCLA softball set home-run records en route to WCWS.

UCLA eliminated from WCWS by Kaitlyn Terry and Texas Tech in nine-inning thriller

Tim Willert — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 03:18:25 GMT

Jordan Woolery hits two home runs and drives in five runs, but it wasn't enough to save UCLA from an 8-7 season-ending loss in the Women's College World Series.

UCLA baseball's national title hopes shattered in season-ending loss to Saint Mary's

Joaquin Ruiz — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 00:16:57 GMT

UCLA baseball, the top-seeded team in the nation, loses to Saint Mary's 6-5 in the NCAA regionals on a walk-off single by Makoa Sniffen in the 10th inning.

UCLA baseball defeats Virginia Tech in a wild ninth-inning comeback to save its season

Joaquin Ruiz — Sat, 30 May 2026 23:45:15 GMT

Phoenix Call hits a walk-off single to cap a three-run rally in the ninth as UCLA defeats Virginia Tech 6-5 in an elimination game in the NCAA regionals.

Megan Grant becomes UCLA's all-time home run leader in win over Arkansas at WCWS

Tim Willert — Sat, 30 May 2026 03:44:38 GMT

Megan Grant hits her 91st career home run to set a UCLA record in an 11-0 victory over Arkansas in the Women's College World Series.

National title hopeful UCLA stunned in loss to Saint Mary's in regional opener

Joaquin Ruiz — Fri, 29 May 2026 22:34:51 GMT

Jacob Johnson hits a solo home run in the ninth inning to lift Saint Mary's to a 3-2 victory over top-seeded UCLA in the NCAA regionals.

UCLA pitcher shares his secret weapon: A two-inch toy dinosaur named 'Jerry'

Joaquin Ruiz — Fri, 29 May 2026 04:26:50 GMT

UCLA freshman pitcher Angel Cervantes knows the two-inch toy dinosaur he carries with him to the mound is unusual, but he can't argue with the results.

Megan Grant's record-tying homer can't save UCLA from loss to Alabama in WCWS opener

Tim Willert — Fri, 29 May 2026 01:36:44 GMT

Megan Grant hits her record-tying 41st home run of the season, but UCLA can't stop Alabama from rallying late in a 6-3 loss at the Women's College World Series.

UCLA copes with pressure of being No. 1 target without ace Logan Reddemann

Joaquin Ruiz — Thu, 28 May 2026 23:09:31 GMT

Injured UCLA pitcher Logan Reddemann will miss the Los Angeles Regional, but the Bruins are confident they have the talent and poise to win without him.

Q&A: How UCLA softball leadoff hitter Rylee Slimp manages pressure as Bruins reach WCWS

Jordan Puente — Wed, 27 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

UCLA sophomore Rylee Slimp has shown signs she isn't afraid of the biggest stage for years. Slimp shares how she manages pressure ahead of her second WCWS.

No. 1 UCLA baseball to host Saint Mary's; USC and UC Santa Barbara earn NCAA bids

Joaquin Ruiz — Mon, 25 May 2026 19:25:44 GMT

UCLA earned the No. 1 overall and open NCAA regionals against Saint Mary's. USC will play Texas State in College Station, Texas.

UCLA baseball team rallies to beat Oregon, wins its first Big Ten tournament title

Los Angeles Times Staff — Mon, 25 May 2026 00:57:52 GMT

UCLA's Phoenix Call was hit by pitch, advancing the game-winning run during the Bruins' Big Ten tournament championship game win over Oregon Sunday.

Swanson: UCLA softball star Megan Grant is cookin' up incredible home-run history

Mirjam Swanson — Sun, 24 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

A remarkable work ethic and attention to detail has helped UCLA senior Megan Grant break NCAA records and help the Bruins chase a national title.

UCLA softball pummels UCF, advances to Women's College World Series

Liana Handler — Sun, 24 May 2026 05:32:17 GMT

Aleena Garcia hit two home runs to lead a loaded UCLA offense past UCF on Saturday at Easton Stadium, punching the Bruins' ticket to the WCWS.

UCLA's Mulivai Levu hits walk-off homer to beat USC, advance to Big Ten title game

Los Angeles Times Staff — Sun, 24 May 2026 00:55:07 GMT

UCLA earned its 27th comeback win of the season against USC Saturday, with Mulivai Levu delivering the knockout blow during back-to-back games.

UCLA softball bats catch fire, Bruins roll to super regional win over UCF

Liana Handler — Sat, 23 May 2026 03:33:23 GMT

Bri Alejandre sparked a surge of home runs that helped UCLA earn a 9-1 run-rule win over UCF to open the Los Angeles Super Regional on Friday.

Transfer Soo-Jin Berry accepts smaller role at UCLA to be part of winning program

Jordan Puente — Fri, 22 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Soo-Jin Berry was a top hitter at Iowa, but she was willing to give up her featured status to be part of a championship contender.

UCLA softball pummels South Carolina to advance to NCAA super regional

Jordan Puente — Mon, 18 May 2026 02:04:37 GMT

UCLA senior Megan Grant hit a grand slam and three other Bruins hit home runs during a 15-1 win over South Carolina Sunday to win their NCAA regional.

'We got really lucky:' Toronto Tempo say UCLA star Kiki Rice has not disappointed

Marisa Ingemi — Sun, 17 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Toronto Tempo used the first pick in franchise history to select UCLA star Kiki Rice and has no regrets as the rookie has immediately contributed.

UCLA softball rolls past South Carolina, Megan Grant extends NCAA home-run record lead

Jordan Puente — Sun, 17 May 2026 01:05:07 GMT

UCLA softball bounced back from a close NCAA regional opener, comfortably beating South Carolina 7-2 Saturday to move one win away from advancing.

UCLA surrenders 10 runs in an inning, rallies to win NCAA regional opener on walk-off

Jordan Puente — Sat, 16 May 2026 07:24:40 GMT

UCLA fell behind 11-7 during its NCAA regional opener Friday, but the Bruins' mighty bats helped them rally for a 12-11 win over California Baptist.

UCLA rewards national title-winning coach Cori Close with contract extension

Marisa Ingemi — Wed, 13 May 2026 03:10:08 GMT

UCLA announced women's basketball coach Cori Close signed a contract extension through the 2029-30 season after she led the Bruins to a national title.

Inside the Rose Bowl's $30 million makeover: Will it help the stadium stay relevant?

Sam Farmer — Mon, 11 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Rose Bowl in Pasadena is constructing a new field-level club seating area in the south end of the stadium that will include more than 1,000 VIP seats.

UCLA senior Megan Grant breaks NCAA home-run record but Bruins fall in Big Ten title game

Iliana Limón Romero — Sat, 9 May 2026 20:43:02 GMT

UCLA senior Megan Grant hit her 38th home run, breaking the NCAA softball single-season home run record, during the Bruins' Big Ten title game loss.

UCLA senior Megan Grant ties NCAA softball home run record; Bruins reach title game

Iliana Limón Romero — Sat, 9 May 2026 03:18:39 GMT

UCLA senior Megan Grant said she was trying to win a one-on-one battle when she connected on home run No. 37, tying the NCAA single-season record on Friday.

'We're back, baby!' UCLA coach Bob Chesney restores Bruins' festive spring game experience

Sean Campbell — Sun, 3 May 2026 01:24:29 GMT

New UCLA coach Bob Chesney moved the Bruins' spring game back to the Rose Bowl, stirring up fans and players to close fruitful spring practice.

Swanson: Nico Iamaleava was labeled selfish. Now the loyal UCLA QB is poised for a Heisman run

Mirjam Swanson — Fri, 1 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Nico Iamaleava was dubbed the poster child for what's wrong with college football. It turns out, he's everything right for UCLA.

More March Madness: NCAA basketball tournaments reportedly set to expand to 76 teams

Steve Henson — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:55:31 GMT

The NCAA and its media partners favor schools with large, established fan bases for viewership and revenue, so expect the new bids to go to power conference schools.