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Madeleine Considine

Madeleine Considine

Joined: Dec 22, 2024

Mar 30, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; LSU Lady Tigers forward Sa'Myah Smith (5) gets the loose ball against UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) during the second half of a Elite 8 NCAA Tournament basketball game at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

Betts Leads With Trust as Bruins Punch Final Four Ticket

In UCLA’s historic Elite Eight win over LSU, Lauren Betts led not just with blocks and buckets, but with trust, composure and a selfless belief in her team’s strength.

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Mar 30, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close celebrates after a Elite 8 NCAA Tournament basketball game against the LSU Lady Tigers at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

Close Guides UCLA to History Again

In her 14th season at the helm, UCLA coach Cori Close led the Bruins to their first Final Four through trust, resilience and belief in something bigger than basketball.

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Mar 30, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Gabriela Jaquez (11) cuts part of the net after a Elite 8 NCAA Tournament basketball game against the LSU Lady Tigers at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

Jaquez Leads UCLA to Historic Final Four Berth

UCLA’s 72-65 victory over LSU secured the Bruins’ first-ever Final Four berth, with Gabriela Jaquez leading the charge with 18 points and four crucial 3-pointers.

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Mar 30, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; LSU Lady Tigers guard Mikaylah Williams (12) rebounds against UCLA Bruins guard Gabriela Jaquez (11) during the first half of a Elite 8 NCAA Tournament basketball game at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast: Bruins Reach First-Ever Final Four

UCLA women’s basketball secured its first-ever Final Four berth with a thrilling 72-65 victory over LSU, led by Gabriela Jaquez’s 18 points and key contributions from Lauren Betts and Timea Gardiner.

Madeleine Considine
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Mar 28, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA;UCLA Bruins guard Kiki Rice (1) shoots against Ole Miss Rebels guard Sira Thienou (0) during the second half of a Sweet 16 NCAA Tournament basketball game at Spokane Arena. at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

Bruins Ran on Betts, Rice Once Again in Sweet 16 Win

Lauren Betts' historic night powered UCLA past Ole Miss, but it’s the mindset shift and the bond with Kiki Rice that’s fueling the Bruins' deeper run.

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Mar 28, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close looks on against the Ole Miss Rebels during the second half of a Sweet 16 NCAA Tournament basketball game at Spokane Arena. at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

Bruins Thrived Under Close in Sweet 16

After a dominant Sweet 16 win led by Lauren Betts, it was Coach Cori Close’s gratitude, humility and trust in her team that defined UCLA’s path to the Elite Eight.

Madeleine Considine
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Mar 28, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) shoots against Ole Miss Rebels forward Christeen Iwuala (12) during the second half of a Sweet 16 NCAA Tournament basketball game at Spokane Arena. at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

UCLA Goes Elite Again Behind Second-Half Surge

Fueled by Lauren Betts’ dominant 31-point performance, UCLA rolled past Ole Miss to reach its first Elite Eight since 2018 and set up a highly anticipated rematch with LSU.

Madeleine Considine
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Mar 27, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Kiki Rice and UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts talk with media during an NCAA Tournament practice session at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

Bruins' Betts, Rice Relying on Trust Through Tournament Run

UCLA leaders Lauren Betts and Kiki Rice are leaning on trust, preparation and a sharpened mindset as they get set for Friday’s Sweet 16 clash with Ole Miss.

Madeleine Considine
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Mar 27, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close talks with media during an NCAA Tournament practice session at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

UCLA’s Quiet Focus Going Into Sweet 16

With a trip to the Elite Eight on the line, UCLA coach Cori Close is keeping her top-seeded Bruins grounded in preparation, not pressure, ahead of Friday’s Sweet 16 showdown with Ole Miss.

Madeleine Considine
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Mar 27, 2025; Spokane, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close looks on during an NCAA Tournament practice session at Spokane Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast: Sweet 16 Preview vs. Ole Miss

Top-seeded UCLA meets gritty No. 5-seeded Ole Miss in a Sweet 16 clash of styles, with tempo control, rebounding and composure under pressure likely to decide who advances to the Elite Eight.

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Mar 20, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lazar Stefanovic (10) celebrates after a play during the first half against the Utah State Aggies in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Bruin Duo Earns Recognition Beyond the Court

UCLA’s Lazar Stefanovic and Tyler Bilodeau were honored as Academic All-District selections, highlighting their standout performances both in the classroom and on the court.

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Mar 23, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close cheers on her players during the second quarter of an NCAA Tournament second round game against the Richmond Spiders at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images
Women's Basketball

Longtime UCLA Assistant Earns National Honor

UCLA assistant coach Tony Newnan was named NCAA Division I Assistant Coach of the Year by the WBCA, recognizing his 14 years of impact on the Bruins’ success.

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