UCLA’s improved defense, highlighted by key adjustments and increased effort, has helped the Bruins advance in the 2026 NCAA Tournament as they prepare for a second-round matchup with UConn.
Despite a 73-66 semifinal loss to Purdue and injuries to key players, UCLA head coach Mick Cronin praised his team and looks ahead to the NCAA Tournament.
UCLA strengthened its future roster with a commitment from four-star wide receiver Matthew Gregory, continuing early recruiting success under new head coach Bob Chesney.
UCLA added linebacker Cain Brackney from the 2027 recruiting class as new head coach Bob Chesney begins a defensive rebuild following back-to-back difficult seasons.
UCLA head coach Mick Cronin is leaning on international recruiting, tasking Nemanja Jovanovic with finding physical, high-impact players abroad to address the Bruins’ struggles in the paint for the 2026-2027 season.
Following a disappointing 3-9 season, UCLA has hired former James Madison coach Bob Chesney to lead the Bruins’ football program and restore national competitiveness.