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UCLA Names JMU’s Bob Chesney as Next Head Coach

UCLA is expected to sign Bob Chesney on a five year deal, Chesney will coach JMU in the Sun-Belt championship against Troy, and will be able to coach if the team makes the College Football Playoffs.

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Star UCLA Defensive Back to Enter Transfer Portal

As the 2025 college football regular season concludes, the offseason transfer portal window in January is rapidly approaching. Although the window hasn't

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 1

Grading Bruins After Dominate Tennessee Outing

After UCLA would drop to No. 4 Texas, they would rip off two very convincing wins, off the back of some very solid performances. This game was all UCLA.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 1

Four-Star UCLA Commit Trending Towards Flip

The Bruins' recruiting staff, led by general manager Khary Darlington, has done a fantastic job of rebuilding UCLA's 2026 class in the months following the firing of former head coach DeShaun Foster.

UCLA Bruins News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 1

UCLA Coach Cori Close Sends Honest Janiah Barker Message After Handshake Refusal

The No. 3-ranked UCLA Bruins women's basketball team is undoubtedly one of the deepest and most talented teams in the country right now. This is made clear

The Ascension of Lauren Betts: Why UCLA’s Center is Poised to Dominate Women’s College Basketball

In a sport perpetually searching for its next transcendent star, all signs point to Westwood, where UCLA senior Lauren Betts is not just poised for a breakout season, but is already being universally hailed as the definitive front-runner for the first overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.

Beyond the Blueprint: How Cori Close Built a Women’s Basketball Dynasty at UCLA with Relationships and PowerPoint

In the highly competitive world of college basketball recruiting, coaches often speak of developing a “player-led” program, but few have manifested this ethos as effectively as UCLA Women’s Basketball Head Coach Cori Close.

Kiki Rice: Bloodlines, Brilliance, and the Path to the WNBA

If you want to talk about players who are destined for greatness, you have to talk about UCLA point guard Kiki Rice. According to Paul M. Banks, this woman isn’t just a phenomenal athlete; she is the continuation of a family legacy built on world-class achievement.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 30

How UCLA Players Graded Out After USC Defeat

Despite some great offensive performances UCLA's offense could only muster 10 points. The Bruins took on the Trojans, a game that on paper did not appear to be close.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 30

What You Need to Know Before UCLA vs Tennessee

UCLA is looking takedown No. 15 Tennessee, potentially without star Lauren Betts. After losing a heartbreaker to No. 4 Texas , UCLA was able to bounce back with a 30-point win over Duke.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 30

UCLA Loses Out on Three-Star 2026 WR

With Early National Signing Day quickly approaching, the few remaining uncommitted prospects in the 2026 cycle are starting to make their decisions. UCLA has been targeting several potential late additions to its 2026 class, including a three-star local wide receiver.

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UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 29

Grading Women's Basketball Following Win Over Duke

UCLA was able to bounce back in a big way against Duke, thanks to a few notable performances from the Bruins' stars. The Bruins dominated Duke 89–59, a statement win that sent a clear message to the rest of the country not to write off UCLA after its loss to Texas the game prior.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 29

Projected Stats for UCLA Playmakers Against USC

UCLA is hoping to end their season off with a bang against, intercity rival USC. After losing four straight, the Bruins are looking to bounce back against a pretty tough No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 29

The Blueprint for a UCLA Upset Over USC

The Bruins are set to face No. 19 USC, revisting one of college football's most heated rivalry. Unfortunately for the Bruins , they have been eliminated from bowl game contention; however, they will look to upset USC in hopes of completely derailing their season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 29

UCLA’s Top 2026 Commit Scheduling Key Tennessee Visit

UCLA's recruiting staff, led by general manager Khary Darilington and director of recruiting Marshawn Friloux, has done a tremendous job of rebuilding the Bruins' 2026 class after the program parted ways with former head coach DeShaun Foster.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 28

UCLA 2026 Offensive Lineman Target Sets Commitment Date

UCLA is currently one of the hottest teams in college football when it comes to recruiting. In the last two weeks alone, the Bruins have secured five commitments in their 2026 class and might be close to adding another.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 28

Message Received: UCLA Bounces Back Against Duke

UCLA sent a clear message that its loss to No. 4 Texas was nothing more than a fluke, responding with a dominant 30-point win over Duke. After a devastating loss to No.

College Basketball (W) News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 28

UCLA’s Devastating Loss to Texas: What Went Wrong

UCLA fell to No. 4 Texas in a game that, from the opening tip, made it clear the Bruins were outmatched. After the first quarter, the Bruins would go down 20-10.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 27

Grading Bruins Women's Basketball's Performances vs Texas

UCLA would lose it's first game of the season to a very good No. 4 Texas team. The Bruins struggled in the first half, trailing 45-25 entering the third quarter.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 27

Three Bruins Who Must Perform Against USC

UCLA is getting ready for its matchup against its cross-city rival USC, looking to make a dent in the 53 -34 record that USC currently leads. After a horrendous offensive showing against Washington, the Bruins are hoping to end the season on a high note.

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / November 26