Sunday, August 2

UCLA football team lacks offensive confidence

A persistent gust swirled throughout Spaulding Field as coach Rick Neuheisel approached reporters following Tuesday's practice. Read more...

Photo: Cornerback Sheldon Price stands alone in hostile Tucson, Ariz. UCLA’s road woes the past two seasons must be overcome if the team wants to win in Corvallis, Ore.



Contortionist brings a fresh twist to UCLA club

Balancing on the palms of his hands, Odgerel Gombo folds his spine and bends his knees so that his toes rest comfortably on his shoulders. Read more...

Photo: Odgerel Gombo of Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, has been a contortionist for more than 20 years. Gombo trains with the UCLA Contortion Performing Arts Club in the John Wooden Center.



Morgan trims up to prepare for season

When J'mison Morgan arrived at UCLA last fall, many expected the 6-foot-10 center to make an impact on the Bruin basketball team even as a freshman. UCLA had lost nearly 64 percent of their rebounding from a year before and they needed as many big men to step up as possible. Read more...

Photo: Sophomore center J’mison Morgan plays during last season’s game against Florida International University on Nov. 29, 2008.


Faulty UCLA football team aims for win

In 2008, the UCLA football team managed a 3-6 record in Pac-10 competition. Read more...

Photo: Redshirt freshman running back Johnathan Franklin runs the ball during Saturday’s game against Arizona State in Tuscon, Ariz. Franklin rushed for 36 yards while the rest of the UCLA run offense managed just 65.