Saturday, July 11

In the news:

Bruins’ softball team revs up style for home tournament

Now you see them. Now you don’t. The UCLA softball team has seemingly transformed its offense into a college softball version of the no-huddle spread offense this season, putting pressure on opponents with its speed and aggressive play. Read more...

Photo: Senior outfielder Alyssa Tiumalu said she thinks this year’s team is the best of her UCLA career. (Daily Bruin file photo)



UCLA men’s volleyball hopes to offset first home loss

Coach John Speraw made his players a promise at the beginning of the week: If they won on both Wednesday against Long Beach State and Friday against Cal State Northridge, they would receive all of their clean laundry back. Read more...

Photo: Senior outside hitter Gonzalo Quiroga said that there isn’t much the team can change before facing Cal State Northridge, but the players remain focused on bouncing back. (Jose Ubeda/Daily Bruin staff)


Bruins shoot to rebound from recent losses

Coach Cori Close asked each player to raise her hand if she felt that she had committed absolutely 100 percent to the last drill. No one raised their hand, so Close had the drill repeated. Read more...

Photo: Senior guard Thea Lemberger and the rest of the Bruins are looking to bring a new sense of urgency to the court as the team enters the home stretch of its season. (Austin Yu/Daily Bruin)


UCLA baseball to begin title defense against Portland

The UCLA baseball team is not buying into the hype that comes with being the defending national champions as it gets ready to begin its title defense at Jackie Robinson Stadium Friday night against Portland. Read more...

Photo: Junior closer David Berg and the Bruins are trying not to focus on their opponents, instead concentrating on executing their game plan every day as they begin their season Friday. (Daily Bruin file photo)


Bruins rally back after halftime, defeat Buffs 92-74

The original version of this article contained an error and has been changed. See the bottom of the article for additional information. Minus its most talented Buffalo, the herd was managing just fine. Read more...

Photo: Redshirt senior forward Travis Wear had a standout performance against Colorado, with three blocks to go with his 13 points on 6-6 shooting. Sophomore guard/forward Kyle Anderson also contributed, collecting his 12th double-double of the season. (Katie Meyers/Daily Bruin senior staff)