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Way-Too-Early Look at UCLA’s Future March Madness Potential

The Bruins had high expectations going into the 2025-2026 season, and during the regular season, they met those expectations to a certain degree. They did not have the record they expected, but they were able to beat some of the best teams in the nation, including Purdue, Illinois, MSU, and Nebraska.

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UCLA's Chesney Explains Unique Practice Philosophies

Each coach has their own approach and philosophy when it comes to running practices and instilling certain values and principles in the players that make up their program.

Skyy Clark News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 8

What Skyy Clark Entering Transfer Portal Means for UCLA

Following weeks of speculation about whether Skyy Clark could actually play for UCLA next year, a conclusion has finally been reached. However, it was not the conclusion most people expected.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 8

How This Single Transfer Could Significantly Raise UCLA’s Ceiling

With UCLA losing both of its star players to graduation, the Bruins need to find a bona fide star who can set the program on the right path next season.

UCLA Bruins News / TheSheGotGame / April 8

‘Translate So Well’: WNBA Analyst Predicts Multiple UCLA Stars Could Go In First Round

After a statement win against the South Carolina Gamecocks, the UCLA Bruins are getting attention, and it’s not just for their silverware. Following their dominant performances, analyst Rachel A.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 8

Biggest Highlights From UCLA's Pro Day

Following UCLA's Pro Day, there are definitely a few highlights worth mentioning. For starters, it should be noted that UCLA had only two NFL Combine invites — offensive lineman Garrett DiGiorgio and defensive lineman Gary Smith III .

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 8

How UCLA Can Emerge From Transfer Portal As Winners

With the transfer portal now in full swing, it is time to look at how UCLA can come out of it as winners. The short answer is to get as many star players as possible.

Jimmy Kimmel News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / April 8

Lauren Betts, Gabriela Jaquez, and more to appear on Jimmy Kimmel following UCLA Women’s Basketball NCAA title win

The UCLA women’s basketball team is heading to late-night. The NCAA champions will be appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live following their 51-79 win over South Carolina to capture the NCAA championship title.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 7

UCLA Players Who Improved NFL Draft Stock at Pro Day

UCLA held its Pro Day in March. 11, which featured 18 draft-eligible players, some of whom performed better than others. UCLA has plenty of talent, and more often than not, at these Pro Days , players who didn’t produce much during the season end up showing out in a big way.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 7

Hitschler Has His Pick for UCLA's 2026 Defensive Breakout

The UCLA Bruins have begun their first spring practice season under new head coach Bob Chesney, and they have plenty of new defensive additions on the

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 7

What UCLA's Transfer Portal Strategy Should Look Like

With the transfer portal now open, it is time to look at what UCLA must accomplish this offseason to be considered successful. With news that UCLA was able to re-sign Trent Perry and Eric Dailey Jr.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 7

How Jaquez's Stellar Play Led UCLA to National Title

The Bruins won the National Championship against the South Carolina Gamecocks, bringing home their first Division I national title in program history. They overall had a dominant performance and could not have done so without every player, including social media's support , and the help of coach Cori Close , among many other things.

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NCAA women's basketball champions' quiz

How many of the teams to win the NCAA women's basketball Tournament since 1982 can you name in five minutes?

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 6

UCLA Strikes Gold With National Championship, but Future Remains Uncertain

It is now official — UCLA has won the National Championship against South Carolina, marking the first national title in UCLA women’s basketball history.

Magic Johnson News / HITC / April 6

How Magic Johnson reacted to UCLA Bruins ending 48-year women’s national championship drought

Magic Johnson was quick to react after UCLA ended its long wait for a women’s national championship, recognising the scale of a breakthrough that had been decades in the making.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 6

What UCLA's Cori Close Said During National Championship Presser

Well, it is official. UCLA is the National Champion following its 79-51 domination over South Carolina. What a ride it has been for Cori Close. Being UCLA's head coach for the last decade and a half she has finally reached the top of college basketball .

Trent Perry News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 6

What Trent Perry’s Return Means for UCLA’s 2026-27 Outlook

With Trent Perry re-signing with UCLA, the Bruins’ ceiling for next season has risen considerably. Entering this offseason, UCLA’s main priority was retaining the core of its roster.

WNBA News / TheSheGotGame / April 6

Caitlin Clark Reacts As Gabriela Jaquez Takes Over the Championship Game

Gabriela Jaquez’s championship performance didn’t just win UCLA a title. It also earned high praise from one of basketball’s biggest stars: Caitlin Clark.

UCLA Bruins News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / April 5

UCLA WBB star Lauren Betts tears up in instant reaction to winning national title

Lauren Betts let all the emotions out after leading the UCLA Bruins to the women’s national championship with the 79-51 blowout win over South Carolina on Sunday afternoon.

UCLA Bruins Clinch First NCAA Championship in Dominant 79-51 Win Against South Carolina Gamecocks

The desert heat in Phoenix wasn’t the only thing that was hot on Sunday afternoon, as the UCLA Bruins scorched the powerhouse South Carolina Gamecocks in a 28-point blowout to capture the program’s first ever NCAA championship in dominant fashion.

UCLA Bruins News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / April 5

Cori Close's Loyalty Stance Validated After Senior-Led UCLA National Championship

A historic season for head coach Cori Close and the UCLA Bruins was capped off with a national title after taking down SEC powerhouse South Carolina on Sunday.

UCLA Bruins News / Ball Exclusives / April 5

Watch: UCLA’s Cori Close gives emotional interview after winning national championship

The UCLA Bruins routed the South Carolina Gamecocks 79-51 in the national championship on Sunday, and Bruins head coach Cori Close gave an emotional postgame interview.

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / April 6

South Carolina's Dawn Staley makes admission after loss to UCLA

For the first time in program history, the UCLA Bruins have won the women's NCAA Tournament.

Dawn Staley says she'll address Geno Auriemma in due time

South Carolina's Dawn Staley reacts after tense exchange with UConn's Geno Auriemma

Caitlin Clark has a perfect description for UCLA's Cori Close

The 'Most Women's Final Four appearances' quiz

UCLA Bruins News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Caitlin Clark Makes Her Opinion of UCLA Coach Cori Close Very Clear

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was among the millions of basketball fans who tuned in to Sunday’s national championship game between the UCLA Bruins and the South Carolina Gamecocks.

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / April 6