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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.

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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 / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 7

Bruins Who Will Not Be on Roster in 2026–27

Following UCLA's massive victory against South Carolina to win the national title, it is time to review some of the biggest losses UCLA will have to deal with this offseason.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 7

Early Expectations for UCLA Basketball in 2026-27

Following UCLA's massive championship win against South Carolina, it is time to evaluate what the future could hold. There is no question that UCLA will look much different come the opening tip in November.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 7

Why Michigan’s Title Run Turns Up Offseason Pressure for UCLA

The Big Ten is evolving quickly, especially after Michigan’s title win Monday. For starters, it should be noted that six Big Ten teams advanced to the Sweet 16, leaving only two games without a Big Ten team.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 7

UCLA Transfer Portal Tracker: Additions, Departures & Updated Roster for 2026-27

Here is your one stop shot for all things UCLA basketball this offseason. This offseason could be very make-or-break for UCLA. They already have a lot of talent in place to make some serious noise.

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 .

UCLA Bruins News / Swish Appeal / April 6

With talent, character, preparation and perseverance, the UCLA Bruins reached the mountain top

UCLA men’s basketball leads all programs with 11 NCAA championships. John Wooden, who won 10 of those between 1964 and 1975, was, of course, the greatest men’s college coach of all time, and a close personal friend of current UCLA women’s coach Cori Close.

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 / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 6

3 Portal Forwards UCLA Could Target This Offseason

With UCLA’s core now fully intact, it is time to turn attention to the transfer portal and the players who could potentially elevate the Bruins to new heights.

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 News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 5

Social Media Reacts to UCLA's National Championship Win

The Bruins reached their first national title appearance in school history after defeating the Texas Longhorns, and they had their eyes on more than just showing up; they wanted to win the championship.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 5

5 Key Observations From UCLA's National Championship Victory

The Bruins just won the National Championship against the South Carolina Gamecocks in a game that did not even seem real as it happened, being full of utter dominance from UCLA that had not been there just one game prior.

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