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Feb 13, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins athletic director Martin Jarmond listens as DeShaun Foster speaks to media after he was introduced as the new head football coach during a press conference at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

BREAKING: UCLA Makes Historic Private Equity Deal to Fund Athletics

UCLA is joining Penn State as the first two universities in history to take on private capital for their athletic departments.

Feb 13, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins athletic director Martin Jarmond listens as DeShaun Foster speaks to media after he was introduced as the new head football coach during a press conference at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

BREAKING: UCLA Makes Historic Private Equity Deal to Fund Athletics

UCLA is joining Penn State as the first two universities in history to take on private capital for their athletic departments.

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Oct 12, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins wide receiver Logan Loya (17) leaps to make a catch against Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Ethan Robinson (2) during the first quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

How UCLA's New Chancellor Will Inspire Success in Bruins Athletics

UCLA's new chancellor Julio Frenk made it known that athletics will be of premium importance.

Feb 13, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins athletic director Martin Jarmond introduces DeShaun Foster as the new head football coach during a press conference at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

UCLA AD Shares Revenue-Sharing Plan Amid Historic Ruling

UCLA athletic director Martin Jarmond outlined his plans to share revenue with student-athletes following a historic NCAA settlement.

Apr 3, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) talks to media before the NCAA Woman’s Final Four at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

UCLA Star Admired for Efforts at Youth Camp

UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts received high praise from The West Project for her efforts in connecting to the youth at PeacePlayers US youth camp.

May 11, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Golden State Valkyries forward Monique Billings (25) against the Phoenix Mercury during a preseason game at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Bruin Checkup: How are UCLA Alumni Doing this WNBA Season?

Let's check up on how these proud former UCLA Bruins are doing in the WNBA this season.

Mar 15, 2023; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mike Cronin addresses the media in a press conference during practice day at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Conference Realignment, Travel Proven Difficult for UCLA Athletics

The intense travel that came with moving to the Big Ten proved to be difficult for many UCLA sports teams in their inaugural year in the conference.

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close reacts during first quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament against the Connecticut Huskies at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Bruins Offer No. 1 Player in Florida, 2027 Five-Star Center

The UCLA Bruins have become immediate frontrunners to land the commitment of 2027 five-star center Jayla Forbes, the No. 1 player in Florida and Top 20 in the nation. This is a program-changing pickup if the Bruins can do it.

Dec 20, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close (left) talks with forward Janiah Barker (0) during the third quarter against the Creighton Bluejays at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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UCLA Did Remarkably Well During First Season in Big Ten

The UCLA Bruins took off in their inaugural year as members of the Big Ten

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close reacts during first quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament against the Connecticut Huskies at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Bruins Making Case to Land Five-Star PG

The UCLA Bruins are in the running to land 2026 five-star point guard Kate Harpring after she recently took an unofficial visit to campus.

Mar 21, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Utah Utes guard Gianna Kneepkens (5) attempts a three point basket over Indiana Hoosiers forward Karoline Striplin (11) in the second half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

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UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast: Bruins Land Elite Scoring Transfer Guard

Our latest episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast discusses the Bruins' latest transfer signing in star shooting guard Gianna Kneepkens of the Utah Utes.

Mar 23, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Londynn Jones (3) and Richmond Spiders guard Ally Sweeney (14) during an NCAA Tournament second round game at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

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BREAKING: Former UCLA G Transfers to Bitter Rival, USC

Former UCLA guard Londynn Jones just surprised the state of California with a rivalry transfer commitment as she will be crossing over to join UCLA's greatest rival, USC.

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Kiki Rice (1) controls the ball against the Connecticut Huskies during first quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Bruins’ Kiki Rice Adds to Legacy With Latest National Honor

UCLA point guard Kiki Rice continues to lead by example, becoming one of just six Division I players named to the Academic All-America First Team.

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Angela Dugalic (32) drives against Connecticut Huskies forward Sarah Strong (21) during first quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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UCLA Senior Forward to Return for Sixth Year

The UCLA Bruins received incredible news on Monday afternoon as senior forward Angela Dugalic announced that she will be returning to Westwood for his sixth and final season.

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Elina Aarnisalo (7) brings the ball up the court against the Connecticut Huskies during first quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Former Bruins Commits to Fellow Blue Blood

Former UCLA Bruins freshman guard Elina Aarnisalo has found her next destination after one year in Westwood. She has joined another blue blood program outside of the Big Ten.

Mar 28, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) walks off the court during a Sweet 16 NCAA Tournament basketball game against the Ole Miss Rebels at Spokane Arena. at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

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UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast: Bruins Highlight 2026 WNBA Mock Draft

Lauren Betts, Kiki Rice and Charlisse Leger-Walker are all projected first-round picks as UCLA's stars draw early attention in the 2026 WNBA Mock Draft.

Mar 21, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Utah Utes guard Gianna Kneepkens (5) drives past Indiana Hoosiers guard Chloe Moore-McNeil (22) in the second half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

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Bruins Preparing to Host Elite-Scoring Transfer Guard

The UCLA Bruins have already lost several key pieces from last year's Final Four roster and will look to improve their production with a future visit from transfer guard Gianna Kneepkens, one of the nation's top scorers.

Mar 28, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) walks off the court during a Sweet 16 NCAA Tournament basketball game against the Ole Miss Rebels at Spokane Arena. at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

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REPORT: Bruins Stand Above All in 'Way-Too-Early' Rankings

The UCLA Bruins may have fallen short in the Final Four this season, but they are looking like they make a return to the final stages of The Big Dance after a recent "way-too-early" Top 25 ranking marks them as the nation's best.

Mar 28, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Janiah Barker (0) talks with UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close during the second half of a Sweet 16 NCAA Tournament basketball game against the Ole Miss Rebels at Spokane Arena. at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

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UCLA Loses Another Pivotal Piece to Transfer Portal

UCLA junior forward Janiah Barker is the latest Bruin to enter the transfer portal as the departures begin to pile up.

Mar 23, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Londynn Jones (3) and Richmond Spiders guard Ally Sweeney (14) during an NCAA Tournament second round game at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

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Bruins' Starting G Enters Transfer Portal

UCLA junior guard Londynn Jones has entered the transfer portal after three seasons in Westwood. She will seek a new destination for her final year of eligibility.

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; Connecticut Huskies guard Paige Bueckers (5) shoots against UCLA Bruins forward Janiah Barker (0) during second quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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UCLA's Barker Adds to Standout Season With Special Recognition

Janiah Barker has been named UCLA’s first Big Ten Jackie Robinson Community and Impact Award winner, recognized for her leadership, character and commitment to making a difference beyond the court.

Feb 13, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans guard JuJu Watkins (12) and UCLA Bruins forward Kendall Dudley (22) during an NCAA basketball game at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

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Bruins' Freshman Forward Enters Transfer Portal

UCLA freshman forward Kendall Dudley is entering the transfer portal after one year in Westwood. She is the third Bruin freshman to enter the portal this offseason.

Mar 30, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Gabriela Jaquez (11) celebrates after a three-pointer against the LSU Lady Tigers during the second half of a Elite 8 NCAA Tournament basketball game at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

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UCLA's Gabriela Jaquez: From the Hardwood to the Diamond

UCLA Bruins' two-sport star athlete Gabriela Jaquez recently wrapped up her junior season with the women's basketball team and announced that she has joined the Bruins' softball team halfway through the year.

Mar 30, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) cuts the net after an Elite 8 NCAA Tournament basketball game against the LSU Lady Tigers at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

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Huge News for UCLA, Star C Returning for Senior Season

Lauren Betts will return in 2025–26, giving UCLA another shot at a historic title run.

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Gabriela Jaquez (11), forward Janiah Barker (0) and center Lauren Betts (51) react on the bench during the fourth quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament against the Connecticut Huskies at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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UCLA Has National Title Potential if Key Members Return

The UCLA Bruins have a chance to return nearly their entire starting five for next season if their top players decide to return for another year. This team has national title potential if they are able to retain most of their roster from this past season.

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Kiki Rice (1) leaves the court during the fourth quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament against the Connecticut Huskies at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast: Rice Reacts to Final Four Loss

After a historic run to the Final Four, UCLA’s season ended with a lopsided loss to UConn. Junior guard Kiki Rice’s postgame reflections offered perspective, poise and a clear vision for the future.