This post was updated Feb. 20 at 12:06 a.m. Mika Webster-Longin walked into coach Lisa Terry’s club gym in 2020 afraid to hang onto the uneven bars. Read more...
Photo: (Helen Sanders/Daily Bruin)
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Features, Men's Basketball, Sports
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February 18, 11:34 am
On the brink of 500-win milestone, Mick Cronin reflects on coaching career
Mick Cronin thought Tuesday’s showdown was just going to be business as usual. Then his dad called. His 83-year-old father let Cronin know he’d be trekking across the country for Tuesday night’s game against Minnesota. Read more...
Photo: UCLA men’s basketball coach Mick Cronin smiles on the sidelines of Pauley Pavilion after his team steamrolled past then-No. 16 Oregon by a score of 78-52. If the team wins Tuesday night, Cronin will reach his 500th career victory as head coach. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)
Features, Sports, Women's Soccer
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January 28, 11:16 pm
Two UCLA women’s soccer players team up with alumni-founded law firm in NIL deal
Playing Division I sports is a commitment. Donning national colors is an honor. Giving back to the community is a calling. From competing for UCLA women’s soccer to representing Team Mexico, junior forward America Frias and sophomore midfielder Val Vargas have made names for themselves on the field. Read more...
Photo: (Sophia Kim/Daily Bruin)
Features, Sports, Women's Volleyball
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December 15, 12:39 am
UCLA women’s volleyball’s Cheridyn Leverette sees potential after breakout season
Passing the torch is a natural part of sports, as new leaders step up to carry the team forward. And in 2025, it could be Cheridyn Leverette who propels the Bruins to new heights. Read more...
Photo: Junior outside hitter Cheridyn Leverette spikes a ball at the Galen Center. (Zimo Li/Photo editor)
Features, Football, Sports
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December 2, 11:29 am
Mateen Bhaghani blends pride, purpose to inspire young South Asian athletes
This post was updated Dec. 4 at 10:48 p.m. The word “proud” often fails to suffice in the Bhaghani household. It feels a pound too light and a description too fragile to contain adequate weight. Read more...
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Features, Football, Sports
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November 22, 2:28 am
LA-grown UCLA running back T.J. Harden shares rivalry excitement, football journey
Pride for Los Angeles schools bubbles up when ownership of the Victory Bell sways in the balance and the Crosstown Cup lies on the horizon. And it will bubble until it boils over Saturday night. Read more...
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October 27, 8:24 pm
‘UCLA is magic’: 90-year-old Bruin fan’s passion manifests in tailgates, tradition
This post was updated Nov. 1 at 11:23 a.m. To understand Constance Stricklin’s passion for the Bruins, look no further than the handmade quilt on her kitchen wall. Read more...
Photo: Constance Stricklin stands for the national anthem at the Sept. 28 UCLA football game against Oregon. The 28-year season ticket holder will celebrate her 91st birthday Sunday. (Courtesy of John Levulis)