Jack Larsen didn’t always look the part. When he arrived at UCLA as a 195-pound freshman in 2018, few would have pegged him as the future hero of a national championship run – let alone the next American to suit up for the most elite water polo club in the world. Read more...
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Features, Men's Volleyball, Sports
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June 9, 12:42 am
Cooper Robinson credits family, friends for decorated volleyball career
Many recruited athletes explore their options before committing to a college. Cooper Robinson always knew he belonged at UCLA. “I grew up loving the school,” Robinson, who has donned blue-and-gold merchandise since childhood, said. Read more...
Features, Sports, Women's Tennis
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June 9, 12:41 am
Nearly a decade of friendship fuels tennis chemistry for Olivia Center, Kate Fakih
From junior tennis to the US Open, Olivia Center and Kate Fakih conquered many of tennis’ biggest stages side-by-side before the age of 19. But for both freshmen, who have been playing with each other since they were 10 years old, that journey together didn’t end when they arrived at UCLA. Read more...
Features, Sports, Women's Basketball
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June 9, 12:37 am
‘A Future for us’: Betts sisters discuss overlapping journeys to Pauley Pavilion
Sienna Betts’ collegiate dreams were initially devastated when her older sister, Lauren Betts, announced her transfer from Stanford to UCLA. “It was a complete nightmare for me if I’m being honest,” the incoming freshman forward said. Read more...
Features, Softball, Sports
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June 8, 11:15 pm
UCLA softball joins the big leagues in AUSL 2025 inaugural summer season
Softball is getting a professional league – and UCLA is set to play a massive role in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League’s inaugural season this summer. Read more...
Features, Men's Volleyball, Sports
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June 8, 9:30 pm
‘Brotherhood’: Camaraderie defines UCLA men’s volleyball’s winning culture, legacy
UCLA Athletics is synonymous with success. Boasting 124 NCAA national championships, UCLA has some of the most memorable moments, teams and players in the history of collegiate athletics. Read more...
Features, Softball, Sports
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June 8, 9:00 pm
‘Feels like a family’: Alumni coaches define 50-year UCLA softball program
The year is 1980. UCLA’s softball program, helmed by now-Hall of Famers head coach Sharron Backus and assistant coach Sue Enquist, is just in its sixth year of existence. Read more...