UCLA vs. LSU takeaways: Was not getting mauled by Tigers a sign of progress?
His jersey smudged with grass and even a hint of purple from the LSU defenders who kept smashing into him, Ethan Garbers never wavered under…
UCLA vs. LSU four things to watch: Ethan Garbers must get going
UCLA coach DeShaun Foster stands on the sideline during a loss to Indiana on Sept. 14. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press) Foster said his…
Eric Bieniemy blames himself for UCLA’s rocky start
The expletives and biting one-liners that Eric Bieniemy unleashes on a football field never cut as deep as the internal dialogue.If anyone is to blame…
DeShaun Foster wants UCLA to use Indiana loss as motivation vs. LSU
Embrace the hurt. Sit with the discomfort. Marinate in the misery.That was the essence of UCLA coach DeShaun Foster’s message to his team after the…
The mouse returns: DirecTV and Disney strike a deal to end blackout
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, Sept. 15. Happy start to Hispanic Heritage Month. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa.…
Adam Krikorian finds value in U.S. women’s water polo Olympic loss
All things being equal, Adam Krikorian would rather win than lose.“It is much easier,” he said.And Krikorian would know since he’s won a lot, capturing…
UCLA’s Big Ten era begins with ominous blowout loss to Indiana
This time, there would be no coming back. There would be no shrugging off a bad first half. There would be no plausible excuses.UCLA was…
UCLA vs. Indiana: Five things to watch in Bruins’ Big Ten debut
Hawaii’s Pofele Ashlock hurdles UCLA’s Carson Schwesinger during the second half of the Bruins’ win at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex on Aug. 31…
Faith helps UCLA star Rod Foster cope with degenerative disease
Once hailed as the fastest player in college basketball, he now moves with the push of a button. His motorized wheelchair whirring to life, “Rocket…
A run for the Rose Bowl: Big Ten fans set to flock to Pasadena
It’s a comeback story years, sometimes decades in the making.Indiana hasn’t played in the Rose Bowl since its futile attempt to stop USC running back…
Optimism runs deep for Rams, Chargers as NFL season gets underway
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, Sept. 8. The NFL is back! I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what…
Sondheimer: Elite athletes to watch for in the 2024-25 high school sports season
The 2024-25 sports season will have a group of elite girls competing in a variety of sports who are so talented they could push the…
Chase Griffin hopes new NIL venture attracts talent to UCLA
According to U.S. Dept. of Education figures, UCLA topped all Big Ten schools by receiving $692 million in donations from 2022-23.But that zeal for lavishing…
UCLA vs. Hawaii takeaways: What’s going on with Ethan Garbers?
UCLA quarterback Ethan Garbers passes against Hawaii in the first half Saturday. (Darryl Oumi / Getty Images) Expected to be a steadying force, Garbers was…
Disney no longer magical to guests denied Disability Access Service
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, Sept. 1. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what you need to know…
UCLA avoids disaster, edging Hawaii in DeShaun Foster’s debut
HONOLULU — DeShaun Foster has long contended that nothing said about him or his team mattered once it played ball.UCLA’s new coach is too inexperienced? Play…
Nikolas Khamenia returns to Harvard-Westlake with 2nd gold medal
Nikolas Khamenia, a 6-foot-7 senior basketball player at Harvard-Westlake High, will be returning to classes next week in Studio City with a second gold medal…
The Sports Report: What to expect as UCLA opens its football season
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Five things to watch as the DeShaun Foster era begins at UCLA
First year UCLA head coach DeShaun Foster, who previously coached the team’s running backs, will have a new role on the sideline on Saturday when…
UCLA women’s cross country, track programs face NCAA sanctions
The UCLA women’s cross country and track and field programs have reached an agreement with the NCAA to comply with a variety of penalties after…